If you’re signing up for satellite TV for the first time, installation is generally done by the provider at no additional cost to the customer. Even if this isn’t the case you can hire a professional installer to do your dish set up although there is some expense associated with this; generally $200 to $300.

On the other hand some people who are a bit more DIY inclined choose to do it themselves. Obviously using the proper mounting equipment is critical to assure the safety and stability of the dish. Wiring and cabling will have to be dealt with as well. For those interested in a home installation, a review of the information at Practical Home Theater Guide can provide a great deal of guidance in the process. The SatCruiser site provides additional information regarding the determination of the Azimuth and Elevation needed to get a signal.

For more details, you can go to the PDF of the DirectTV Installation Manual or the Dish Network site to find out more.

For those who prefer a video tutorial, Solid Signal offers some regarding the installation of DirectTV satellite directdishes.

Of course not all satellite dishes will be used in homes/apartments. Some will be intended for use in an RV or tractor trailer. For some good diagramatic instructions on dish set up and installation, you can visit the Winegard site to get a general idea of how the installation works.

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