Video Learning Series

 

What is FTA?
Learn what Free-to-Air (FTA) is all about and what it offers for your viewing pleasure.
Understanding DiSEqC & USALS
Important information on switches and protocols used in satellite reception.
 Azimuth, Elevation, & Skew
The 3 factors in pointing a dish antenna to a satellite. Learn about it here.
C-band vs. Ku-band
Ever wonder what differenciates these two? Watch the video to understand how they differ.
Geosynchronous Orbits
Satellites transmitting television signals orbit the Earth in a geosyncronous orbit. Learn more here.
Understanding lyngsat.com
Lyngsat.com can be intimidating when looking up satellite charts. This tutorial introduces the basics of the Lyngsat satellite tables.

80cm/90cm North American Dish Assembly

Watch a step-by-step tutorial on assmbling your Fortec Star dish antenna. For North American model.
90cm Euro Dish Assembly
Watch a step-by-step tutorial on assmbling your Fortec Star dish antenna. For European model.
Installing a STAB HH-90 Motor
It's easier than you think and you can do it yourself! Follow the steps by watching this tutorial.
Grounding Your Dish installation
Grounding your satellite receiver installation
See examples on how others are keeping their setup safe by grounding it.
Using a Compass
Quick overview on using a compass to help you point your dish antenna.
Connecting Your Receiver for the First Time
New to the Mercury II? Just watch this tutorial to help you get started quickly.
Antenna Setup Menu
See how simple it is to set up your receiver to start watching TV in no time.

Scanning Satellites for TV Channels

Introduction to the various scans available with your Mercury II.

Using the Remote Control

Take an interactive tour of the functions and features of your Mercury II remote.

Channel Editing

Channel editing made for ease of use. See and learn about it here.

Using Favourite Lists

Always a useful feature. Learn how you can customize your receiver to your needs.

Using the Multi-picture Function

One of the best among many features. Monitor up to 16 channels on one screen.

Channel Back-up and Channel Recovery

Don't lose your setting and channels when you update your receiver!

Loading Software to Your Mercury II

Follow the steps on how to update your receiver by watching this tutorial.

Receiver-to-receiver Software Transfer

Another innovative feature of the Mercury II. Transfer your information to any other Mercury II receiver.


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