The system should include a digital receiver, attached to an LNB and dish outside with RG-6 or RG-11 coaxial cable. For distances longer than 150 feet, RG-11 is recommended.
The equipment that is required to receive the Pacifica KU Network is listed as follows:
Downlink Dish
Depending on your location, the 1.8 meter
or 2.4 meter dish is usually appropriate. For southwestern locations in
the continental 48 states, Mexico and Caribbean, and areas with little
rainfall, the 1.8 meter dish will work very well. In northern areas of
the country where heavy rainfall or snow and ice in the winter are
normal, a 2.4 meter dish is recommended. For Alaska and Hawaii, a 3.1
to 3.8 meter KU dish is likely the best choice for a dependable signal,
depending once again on your exact location and view of the satellite
itself.
Ground mounting on a pole requires a Schedule #40 pipe and concrete.
For roof mounting, a non-penetrating roof mount is recommended. Baird makes them, and a listing is found here:
www.vincor.com
Channel Master Type 243 2.4M Offset Rx-Only Antenna (2 piece fiberglass)
Patriot 2.4 meter center feed antenna (4 piece fiberglass)
For Alaska and Hawaii, and Caribbean areas, the Patriot 3.1 or 3.8 meter prime focus antenna is recommended:
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