Tips to Navigate Around Dish Obstructions

Your surrounding environment can greatly impact the performance of your dishy as signal obstruction can lead to a weak or interrupted connection. Obstructions such as trees, buildings, and other structures can cause issues for your dishy, especially if the placement of your dish is not carefully considered. 

In this guide, we will provide you with some tips on how to navigate around dish obstructions and ensure that you have a strong and stable connection.

 

Placement is Key:

The very first step in avoiding dish obstructions is to carefully consider the placement of your dish. To achieve the most optimal connection, your dish should be placed in an area with a clear line of sight to the sky. This will minimise the chances of any obstructions affecting your signal.

Using the right equipment for your specific location is also crucial - for example, if you live in a heavily wooded area, you may need a taller mount for your dish to clear any trees or foliage. In the next article, we will touch on the different types of mounts and stands that can help you achieve the best placement for your dishy.

 

Trim Trees and Shrubs:

Trees and shrubs are a common cause of obstruction for dish signals not just with Starlink, but with satellite dishes in general. If you notice that trees or shrubs are blocking your dish's line of sight to the sky, it is strongly recommended to trim them back or remove them altogether if possible. This greatly reduces the chances of your signal acting up, and on the plus side, during unexpected weather, trimmed trees and shrubs will also not pose a threat to your dish and home in general.

 

Consider Your Neighbourhood:

If you live in a densely populated area, you may find that there are multiple structures and buildings surrounding your home that can potentially obstruct your dish's signal. Even the material used for the walls and roofs of buildings can play a role in signal obstruction. In such cases, it may be necessary to place your dish at a higher elevation or use specialised mounts to minimise the impact of surrounding obstructions.

 

Check for Signal Interference:

Sometimes, obstructions may not be the root cause of signal issues. It is always a good idea to check for any potential sources of interference that may be affecting your dish's performance. Electronic devices with the same frequency band as your dish's connection, such as microwaves or cordless phones, can interfere with the signal and cause disruptions. If you believe this may be the case, relocating or turning off these devices may help improve your connection.

 

Always check the app to ensure your dish is online:

Finally, always make sure to check the Starlink app to ensure that your dish is online and connected. In cases where there are obstructions affecting your signal, a simple repositioning of your dish may be all that's needed to get you back online. Do not attempt to manually tilt or change the angle of your dish - it's self-aligning and any manual adjustments may cause more harm than good.

 

Shop with SpaceTek today.

For the best performance and to ease the process of installation, it's crucial to equip yourself with the right gear. SpaceTek boasts an array of accessories and mounts tailored to enhance your Starlink experience. Explore our online store today and find the perfect fit for your dishy setup to avoid and counteract any potential obstruction issues.