AFN Antenna and Decoder Setup

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AFN Antenna and Decoder Setup

This guide was written to help users setup their AFN Antenna and Decoder. Both of these must be setup and configured correctly before you can receive AFN signals.

Before you Start, you will need:
- Internet access (or complete step one and download/print this guide for later use)
- Television
- Satellite dish
- AFN decoder
- Antenna cables (see step 4 below for appropriate cables and connectors)
- Magnetic compass
- Angle located / elevation guide / protractor (see step 3 below)

1. Authorizing your Decoder
2. Setting up your Decoder
3. Placing and Aiming your Antenna (Satellite Dish)
4. Connecting the Antenna (Satellite Dish) and Decoder
5. Making Adjustments and Locking on the Satellite
6. Fine Tuning your Antenna
7. Repeat Fine Tuning (if needed)
8. Troubleshooting Guide
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Download our complete AFN Decoder Setup Guide (pdf format).

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