Weak Signal Repairs
A 'weak signal' on DSTV usually shows up as pixelation in light rain, random channel dropouts, missing HD channels or frequent E48-32 errors during cloudy weather. The cause is almost always recoverable — we just need the right diagnosis.
What Usually Causes This Problem
Most cases trace back to one of the following root causes. Our technicians diagnose with a signal meter and the right diagnostic tools on every callout.
Dish alignment slightly off
Even a 1° drift loses HD transponders first. We realign with a signal meter.
Ageing LNB
LNBs degrade gradually over 8-12 years. Signal margin drops by a dB or two each year until pixelation starts.
Cable signal loss
Long coax runs lose signal per metre. Old or substandard cable loses more. We test continuity and replace where needed.
Wrong LNB skew
Skew angle directly affects signal quality on certain transponders. We verify and adjust during the visit.
Dish too small for marginal areas
Very heavy tree cover or far-from-Joburg locations sometimes benefit from a 90cm or 120cm dish.
Corroded outdoor connectors
F-connectors corrode over years of Highveld sun and rain. We re-crimp and weatherproof.
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