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If a person is on the same level as the antenna, the minimum distance is 42 feet (13 m). If the person is more than 6.5 feet (2 m) above the plane of the antenna's base, the minimum distance is 101 feet (31 m). No hazard exists directly below the antenna.
- Is it safe to live near a satellite?
- How much clearance does a satellite dish need?
- Is it safe to stand in front of a satellite dish?
- What is maximum distance between satellite dish and decoder for acceptable signal?
Is it safe to live near a satellite?
A cable satellite antenna (TVRO - Television Receive Only) does not transmit any RF. It receives the signal and focuses the received signal at the LNB/Feed assembly. So, it is safe to live nest to a cable satellite dish.
How much clearance does a satellite dish need?
In terms of local placement, your satellite dish cannot have anything blocking it. This includes branches, leaves, buildings, and more. If the dish can't be installed 4 to 6 feet away, then the dish can be installed on the roof to get an unobstructed view.
Is it safe to stand in front of a satellite dish?
Is it dangerous to stand in front of a satellite dish? The dish that receives your TV stations is a totally passive device , it only receives the tiny radio signal from a satellite in high orbit. So standing next to it will do you no harm.
What is maximum distance between satellite dish and decoder for acceptable signal?
As for the distance it all depends on how you run your cable. Without an amplifier then anywhere between 45-100m depending on the installation and cable used.
