PART SIX – How does the environment affect my big dish system?
Environmental factors are certainly an issue concerning your big dish satellite system. Much of your system is, after all, located outdoors, allowing exposure to the elements. Stormy weather can cause problems with your satellite dish. High winds during hurricanes, tornadoes, and other storms can cause your dish to be blown out of alignment. Worse, unusually high winds can, under the worst circumstances, even knock your dish over. If you live in areas subject to extreme wind conditions, consider the Paraclipse Classic Series satellite dishes mentioned earlier in the FAQ. Satellite dishes are also subject to periodic lightning strikes. Equipment such as a TVRO-specific surge protector (like the one made by Panamax) will help protect your satellite system from unexpected power surges. As far as rain goes, TVRO satellite dishes are not subject to rain fade the way DBS dishes are. Perhaps the worst environmental enemy of your satellite dish involves winter weather. Cold weather can damage
