1 ODU Mounting 2 Introduction This module instructs you on the proper DIRECTV ODU mounting procedures

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ODU MountingODU Mounting

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Introduction Introduction

This module instructs you on the proper DIRECTV ODU mounting procedures

This module instructs you on the proper DIRECTV ODU mounting procedures

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ObjectivesObjectives

Upon completion of this module you should be able to:

• Select stable mounting surfaces

• Mount the ODU to:

– Wood walls

– Brick or masonry walls

– Roof with asphalt shingles

– Poles

– Non-pens

• Level the mast

Upon completion of this module you should be able to:

• Select stable mounting surfaces


– Wood walls



– Poles

– Non-pens

• Level the mast

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Service Calls and MountingService Calls and Mounting

• On average, only 64% of the DIRECTV mounting installations are correct

• There are over $500,000 in customer damage claims each year from improper installations

• On average, only 64% of the DIRECTV mounting installations are correct

• There are over $500,000 in customer damage claims each year from improper installations

Take a moment and consider… If you were a customer and within days after installation you had problems would you be

upset?

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The MountThe Mount

Think of the mounting of the ODU as the heart beat of the system

Lack of signal renders the system useless

Think of the mounting of the ODU as the heart beat of the system

Lack of signal renders the system useless

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Wall Concrete Brick Cinder block Roof Pole Non-pen

Wall Concrete Brick Cinder block Roof Pole Non-pen

Acceptable Mounting SurfacesAcceptable Mounting Surfaces

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StuccoStucco is a surface that can be easily damaged unless proper steps are followed

ChimneyA chimney is a structure that can be easily damaged unless proper steps are followed

StuccoStucco is a surface that can be easily damaged unless proper steps are followed

ChimneyA chimney is a structure that can be easily damaged unless proper steps are followed

Other Mounting SurfacesOther Mounting Surfaces

The KaKu Clamp mount, S-Tube mount and Pole mount are suggested alternatives to direct stucco mounting.

The KaKu Clamp mount, S-Tube mount and Pole mount are suggested alternatives to direct stucco mounting.

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The Customer’s Role in MountingThe Customer’s Role in Mounting

Before starting any work, review the proposed mounting location with the customer

Before starting any work, review the proposed mounting location with the customer

Be cautious of any roof overhangs that may block signalBe cautious of any roof overhangs that may block signal

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Residential Construction Residential Construction

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Wall / Roof AnatomyWall / Roof Anatomy

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Mounting Surfaces to AvoidMounting Surfaces to Avoid

Wall Specifics:

Dry rotted siding

Vinyl siding

Aluminum siding

Fiberglass

Wall Specifics:

Dry rotted siding

Vinyl siding

Aluminum siding

Fiberglass

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Mounting Surfaces to AvoidMounting Surfaces to Avoid

Roof Specifics:

Shake shingles

Concrete or clay tiles

Metal

Roof Specifics:

Shake shingles

Concrete or clay tiles

Metal

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Tools and Accessories Needed for MountingTools and Accessories Needed for Mounting

• Stud-finder

• Tape measure

• Pencil

• Torpedo bubble level

• Drill

– Back-up drill and batteries

– Drill bits: wood, metal and masonry

• Stud-finder

• Tape measure

• Pencil

• Torpedo bubble level

• Drill

– Back-up drill and batteries

– Drill bits: wood, metal and masonry

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Tools and Accessories Needed for MountingTools and Accessories Needed for Mounting

• Silicone sealer

• Black Jack roof sealant

• Bishop tape

• Silicone sealer

• Black Jack roof sealant

• Bishop tape How would you feel if you took your vehicle to a mechanic for repairs and he/she did not have tools to do the work - would you trust that person to do a good job?

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Mounting to a WallMounting to a Wall

Steps required to mount the ODU to a wall:

– 1st - Locate the proper location for the ODU

– 2nd - Locate the center of the stud

– 3rd - Mark the location

– 4th - Pre-drill

– 5th - Fill with silicone sealer

– 6th - Mount foot plate

– 7th - Level foot plate

– 8th - Install the remaining lag bolts

– 9th - Level the mast

Steps required to mount the ODU to a wall:

– 1st - Locate the proper location for the ODU

– 2nd - Locate the center of the stud

– 3rd - Mark the location

– 4th - Pre-drill

– 5th - Fill with silicone sealer

– 6th - Mount foot plate

– 7th - Level foot plate

– 8th - Install the remaining lag bolts

– 9th - Level the mast

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Step 1: Proper Mounting LocationStep 1: Proper Mounting Location

Find the best mounting location for the ODU that provides no obstructions to a clear line-of-sight

Find the best mounting location for the ODU that provides no obstructions to a clear line-of-sight

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Step 2: Locate the Center StudStep 2: Locate the Center Stud

Locate the center of the stud using either of the following methods:

• Stud-finder

• Locate nail heads

Locate the center of the stud using either of the following methods:

• Stud-finder

• Locate nail heads

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Stud-finderStud-finder

Calibrate the stud-finder

DO NOT rock or lift the scanner from the scanning surface, or

start moving the scanner before it has calibrated

Calibrate the stud-finder

DO NOT rock or lift the scanner from the scanning surface, or

start moving the scanner before it has calibrated

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After the scanner is set securely on the surface and it has been calibrated, slide it horizontally without lifting or rocking it.

After the scanner is set securely on the surface and it has been calibrated, slide it horizontally without lifting or rocking it.


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To scan for metal place the scanner against the surface and begin to slide the scanner either horizontally or vertically

To scan for metal place the scanner against the surface and begin to slide the scanner either horizontally or vertically


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Once you’ve found an edge, mark the wall with a pencil along the “stud edge grooves” on the scanner

Once you’ve found an edge, mark the wall with a pencil along the “stud edge grooves” on the scanner


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Move the stud-finder in the opposite direction to mark the other edge of the stud

Between the two lines is the center of the stud

Move the stud-finder in the opposite direction to mark the other edge of the stud

Between the two lines is the center of the stud


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Now you have located the center of the stud


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While working near electrical wiring, use your personal observations and critical thinking skills!

Don’t just let the scanner do the work!

While working near electrical wiring, use your personal observations and critical thinking skills!

Don’t just let the scanner do the work!


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16"Centers

16"Centers

16"Centers

16"Centers

Nail Head

• Studs are on 16” centers

• Nail heads can be used to locate the center of the stud

• Studs are on 16” centers

• Nail heads can be used to locate the center of the stud

Nail Head LocationNail Head Location

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• In this picture you can see the nail head under the paint

• The installer marked below the nail head

• In this picture you can see the nail head under the paint

• The installer marked below the nail head

Nail Head LocationNail Head Location

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Wall Mounting: Wood

• Solid, smooth and clean

• Lap siding will require a wooden spacer or shim

Wall Mounting: Wood

• Solid, smooth and clean

• Lap siding will require a wooden spacer or shim

Stud

Spacer

Stud

Spacer

Wall MountingWall Mounting

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• Place foot plate base on surface

• Using a pencil, mark the top center hole

• Make sure that the mark is in the center of the stud

• Place foot plate base on surface

• Using a pencil, mark the top center hole

• Make sure that the mark is in the center of the stud

16"Centers

16"Centers

16"Centers

16"Centers

Nail Head

Step 3: Mark the LocationStep 3: Mark the Location

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• Pre-drilling ensures you hit the wall stud

• Just driving a 5/16” lag bolt may split the wall stud

• Pre-drilling ensures you hit the wall stud

• Just driving a 5/16” lag bolt may split the wall stud

Step 4: Pre-DrillStep 4: Pre-Drill

Pull drill bit out frequently to clean wood shavings

Pull drill bit out frequently to clean wood shavings

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• Use a high quality drill bit

• For wood use a wood / metal twist bit

• Use a high quality drill bit

• For wood use a wood / metal twist bit

Drill Bit SelectionDrill Bit Selection

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3” Lag

2 ½”

Drill ½-inch shorter than the lag screwDrill ½-inch shorter than the lag screw

Pre-drilling WoodPre-drilling Wood

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Fill the drilled hole with silicone sealerFill the drilled hole with silicone sealer

Step 5: Silicone SealerStep 5: Silicone Sealer

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• Place base on surface

• Start 5/16” lag bolt in top center pre-drilled hole

• Place base on surface

• Start 5/16” lag bolt in top center pre-drilled hole

5/16” x 3” in topcenter hole5/16” x 3” in topcenter hole

Step 6: Mount the Foot PlateStep 6: Mount the Foot Plate

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3” Lag

Leave the center top lag bolt loose

so the foot plate can be leveled

Leave the center top lag bolt loose

so the foot plate can be leveled


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Step 7: Level the Foot PlateStep 7: Level the Foot Plate

Use a torpedo level to ensure that the foot plate is level and plumb

Use a torpedo level to ensure that the foot plate is level and plumb

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• Mark the remaining 5 holes

• Drill a 7/32” pilot in the remaining (5 holes)

• Fill remaining 5 holes with silicone

• Install 5 remaining 5/16” lag bolts

• Tighten and Torque all 6 lag bolts


• Drill a 7/32” pilot in the remaining (5 holes)

• Fill remaining 5 holes with silicone

• Install 5 remaining 5/16” lag bolts

• Tighten and Torque all 6 lag bolts

Step 8: Install Remaining Lag BoltsStep 8: Install Remaining Lag Bolts

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• Level the mast

• Use the torpedo level or the mast tube bubble level

• Tighten the mast bolts down

• Level the mast

• Use the torpedo level or the mast tube bubble level


Step 9: Mast LevelingStep 9: Mast Leveling

Mast Tube Bubble LevelMast Tube Bubble Level

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Wall Mount ActivityWall Mount ActivityReview

• 1st - Proper location for the ODU

• 2nd - Locate the center of the stud using a stud finder or nail head method

• 3rd - Mark the location

• 4th - Pre-Drill

• 5th - Silicone Sealer

• 6th - Mount Foot Plate

• 7th - Level Foot Plate

Review

• 1st - Proper location for the ODU

• 2nd - Locate the center of the stud using a stud finder or nail head method

• 3rd - Mark the location

• 4th - Pre-Drill

• 5th - Silicone Sealer

• 6th - Mount Foot Plate

• 7th - Level Foot Plate

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Wall Mount Activity Wall Mount ActivityHands-on Demonstration

• One volunteer

• Use a stud finder to locate the stud

• Use a tape measure to locate the center of a rafter

• Follow mounting steps

Hands-on Demonstration

• One volunteer

• Use a stud finder to locate the stud

• Use a tape measure to locate the center of a rafter

• Follow mounting steps

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Mounting to BrickMounting to BrickSteps required to mount to brick:

• 1st – Mark the drill points in the brick

• 2nd – Drill the holes

• 3rd – Install lag shields

• 4th – Seal the holes

• 5th – Install lag shields with washers

• 6th – Level the mast

Steps required to mount to brick:

• 1st – Mark the drill points in the brick

• 2nd – Drill the holes

• 3rd – Install lag shields

• 4th – Seal the holes

• 5th – Install lag shields with washers

• 6th – Level the mast

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Mounting to BrickMounting to Brick

• Make drill points into the brick

• Do not drill into the mortar

• Make drill points into the brick

• Do not drill into the mortar

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Step 1: Mark Drill PointsStep 1: Mark Drill Points

• Place the foot plate so each of the holes line up on the brick surface

• Level the foot plate

• Mark the 4 outer holes

• Place the foot plate so each of the holes line up on the brick surface


• Mark the 4 outer holes

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Step 2: Drill the HolesStep 2: Drill the Holes

Drill and Drill Bit

• Choose the HAMMER setting on the drill

• Choose the high speed on the drill

• Use a ½” Masonry Drill Bit

Drill and Drill Bit

• Choose the HAMMER setting on the drill

• Choose the high speed on the drill

• Use a ½” Masonry Drill Bit

MasonryMasonry

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Step 2: Drilling the HolesStep 2: Drilling the Holes• Drill the ½” wide holes

• Drill as deep as the length of the lag shield

• Drill the ½” wide holes

• Drill as deep as the length of the lag shield

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Step 3: Install Lag ShieldsStep 3: Install Lag Shields

• Remove any dust from the holes

• Insert the lag shields

• Tap the lag shields in with a hammer until flush with the brick

• Remove any dust from the holes

• Insert the lag shields

• Tap the lag shields in with a hammer until flush with the brick

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Step 4: Seal the HolesStep 4: Seal the Holes

Fill Each hole with siliconeFill Each hole with silicone

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Step 5: Install Lag Bolts Step 5: Install Lag Bolts

• Place the foot plate against the wall

• Install the 4 lag bolts

• Tighten and torque all 4 lag bolts

• Place the foot plate against the wall

• Install the 4 lag bolts

• Tighten and torque all 4 lag bolts

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Step 6: Mast LevelingStep 6: Mast Leveling

• Level the mast using a Torpedo Level or the bubble level

• Tighten the mast bolts

• Level the mast using a Torpedo Level or the bubble level

• Tighten the mast bolts


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Roof MountingRoof Mounting

Steps required to mount to a roof:

• 1st - Identify the living and non-living areas

• 2nd - Locate the Nail Heads

• 3rd - Locate the center of the rafter

• 4th - Mark and pre-drill the holes

• 5th - Seal the holes

• 6th - Mount the foot plate

• 7th - Level the mast

Steps required to mount to a roof:

• 1st - Identify the living and non-living areas

• 2nd - Locate the Nail Heads

• 3rd - Locate the center of the rafter

• 4th - Mark and pre-drill the holes

• 5th - Seal the holes

• 6th - Mount the foot plate

• 7th - Level the mast

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Roof Mounting Key PointsRoof Mounting Key Points

• Identify living and non-living area roofs

• Unacceptable conditions of the roof

• Locate a Rafter with or without a stud- finder

• Improper roof mounting results in over $ 1 million dollars of damage each year

• Identify living and non-living area roofs

• Unacceptable conditions of the roof

• Locate a Rafter with or without a stud- finder

• Improper roof mounting results in over $ 1 million dollars of damage each year

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Living area pic

Step 1: Living AreaStep 1: Living Area

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Living Areas ActivityLiving Areas Activity

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Roof Mounting Key PointsRoof Mounting Key Points

Rafters are on 24” centersRafters are on 24” centers

Exterior Wall

Eave – the portion of the rafters that overhang the wall below.

Soffit – the exposed underside of the eave usually covered with a thin panel of wood.

Fascia – the facing covering the exposed lower end of the rafters.

Rafters – the structural members that support the roofRafters – the structural members that support the roof

Roof deck and layers of roofing materialRoof deck and layers of roofing material

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Step 2: Locate the Nail HeadsStep 2: Locate the Nail Heads

Locate Nail Heads

• Fascia board

• Soffit

Locate Nail Heads

• Fascia board

• SoffitRafters

Facing Board

Measure From Roof Edge

To Nails

ShingleOverhang

TransferMeasurement

To Roof

Rafters

Facing Board

Measure From Roof Edge

To Nails

ShingleOverhang

TransferMeasurement

To Roof

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Step 2: Locate the Nail HeadsStep 2: Locate the Nail Heads

• Locate nail head

• Measure from nail head to edge of roof

• Locate nail head

• Measure from nail head to edge of roof

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• Locate the rafter center

• Mark the foot plate top center hole

• Locate the rafter center

• Mark the foot plate top center hole

Step 3: Locate and Mark RafterStep 3: Locate and Mark Rafter

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Step 4: Mark and Pre-Drill the HoleStep 4: Mark and Pre-Drill the Hole

• Pre-drill the hole using a 7/32” drill bit



• Pre-drill the remaining holes

• Pre-drill the hole using a 7/32” drill bit



• Pre-drill the remaining holes

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Step 5: Seal the HolesStep 5: Seal the Holes

• Fill the holes with Black Jack roof sealer

• Or, cut Bishop tape to 2”x 2” squares and place over each hole

• Fill the holes with Black Jack roof sealer

• Or, cut Bishop tape to 2”x 2” squares and place over each hole

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• Install 2 - 5/16” x 3” lag bolts in the center of the rafter

• Install 4 – 5/16” x 2 1/2” lag bolts in the foot plate corners

• Install 2 - 5/16” x 3” lag bolts in the center of the rafter

• Install 4 – 5/16” x 2 1/2” lag bolts in the foot plate corners

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Step 7: Roof Foot/Mast Mounting Step 7: Roof Foot/Mast Mounting

• Level the mast using a torpedo level or the mast bubble level


• Level the mast using a torpedo level or the mast bubble level



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Pole MountingPole Mounting

Steps required to mount to a pole:

• 1st - Dig and prepare the hole

• 2nd - Drill holes in pole for drainage

• 3rd - Trenching, cable and sweep

Steps required to mount to a pole:

• 1st - Dig and prepare the hole

• 2nd - Drill holes in pole for drainage

• 3rd - Trenching, cable and sweep

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Ground Pole Mount

• Pole mount guidelines

• Materials and tools

– Pole

– Shovel

– Quick set cement

– Flooded cable

– PVC sweep

– Pole hole digger

Ground Pole Mount

• Pole mount guidelines

• Materials and tools

– Pole

– Shovel

– Quick set cement

– Flooded cable

– PVC sweep

– Pole hole digger

Pole MountingPole Mounting

90° PVC Sweep90° PVC Sweep

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Step 1: Dig and Prepare the HoleStep 1: Dig and Prepare the Hole

150 lbs Concrete Required

Anti-rotation Rod

Bell Bottom of Hole

36”

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12” Width

1 5/8” ODU Pole 7ft long

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Step 2: Pole DrainageStep 2: Pole Drainage

Drill two 3/16-inch holes in the pole approximately 3 inches up from the ground level to allow water to drain out of the pole

Drill two 3/16-inch holes in the pole approximately 3 inches up from the ground level to allow water to drain out of the pole

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Step 3: Trenching, Cable and Sweep Step 3: Trenching, Cable and Sweep

Ground Pole Mount

• 18 inches below the surface

• Flooded cable required

• Sweeps at each end

Ground Pole Mount

• 18 inches below the surface

• Flooded cable required

• Sweeps at each end

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Non-pen MountNon-pen Mount

Non-penetrating Mount

• Flat roofs

• Place protective mat on roof

• Attach base of ODU

• Ballast

• Level the mast

Non-penetrating Mount

• Flat roofs

• Place protective mat on roof

• Attach base of ODU

• Ballast

• Level the mast

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Non-penetrating Mount Ballast RequirementsNon-penetrating Mount Ballast Requirements

Wind Load Ballast Requirement100 mph 315 lbs

Wind Load Ballast Requirement100 mph 315 lbs

• Concrete blocks come in 28 and 33lbs weights

• Example – You will need a total of 11.5-28lb blocks to meet the 100mph wind load rating

• Concrete blocks come in 28 and 33lbs weights

• Example – You will need a total of 11.5-28lb blocks to meet the 100mph wind load rating

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Mounting OptionsMounting Options

Rail Mount

• Check structural integrity

• 4 5/16 bolts and nuts

• Two ODU bases

• Bolt together on each side of the rail

• Tighten

Rail Mount

• Check structural integrity

• 4 5/16 bolts and nuts

• Two ODU bases

• Bolt together on each side of the rail

• Tighten

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Tripod Mount

• Spread out the mount

• Tighten locking bolts

• Use ballast to secure

Tripod Mount

• Spread out the mount

• Tighten locking bolts

• Use ballast to secure


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Under-eave Mount

• Pilot holes

• Tighten bolts

Under-eave Mount

• Pilot holes

• Tighten bolts


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Clamp-on MountClamp-on Mount

• Clamps directly to roof overhangs, joists, patio/balcony railings or fences

• Attaches to any solid structure made of wood or metal up to 3˝ wide

• Clamps directly to roof overhangs, joists, patio/balcony railings or fences

• Attaches to any solid structure made of wood or metal up to 3˝ wide

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Mounting:What Not To DoMounting:What Not To Do

Mounting surfaces to avoid

• Wall– Dry rotted siding

– Vinyl siding

– Aluminum siding

– Fiberglass

• Roof– Shake shingles

– Concrete or clay tiles

– Metal

Mounting surfaces to avoid

• Wall– Dry rotted siding

– Vinyl siding

– Aluminum siding

– Fiberglass

• Roof– Shake shingles

– Concrete or clay tiles

– Metal

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Mounting:What Not To DoMounting:What Not To Do

• Concrete metal hit anchor

• Tapcon® concrete screws

• Concrete metal hit anchor

• Tapcon® concrete screws

Non-approved Mounting Hardware:Non-approved Mounting Hardware:

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Unacceptable Unacceptable

Roof ConditionsRoof Conditions

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What Not To Mount ToWhat Not To Mount To

Any Metal RoofAny Metal Roof

Vinyl or AluminumSiding

Vinyl or AluminumSiding

Brick VeneerBrick Veneer

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• This is not acceptable as a pole mount

• This is not acceptable as a pole mount

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Where Would You Mount?Where Would You Mount?

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Where Would You Mount?Where Would You Mount?

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SummarySummary

You should now be able to:• Select stable mounting surfaces


– Wood walls



– Poles

– Non-pens

• Explain what not to mount to

You should now be able to:• Select stable mounting surfaces


– Wood walls



– Poles

– Non-pens

• Explain what not to mount to

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ExerciseExercise• Written

– Multiple choice

• Hands-on

– In groups of three

– Use a stud finder to locate the stud

– Use a tape measure to locate the center of a rafter

– Follow mounting steps

– Each person will mount the base and plumb the mast

• Written

– Multiple choice

• Hands-on

– In groups of three

– Use a stud finder to locate the stud

– Use a tape measure to locate the center of a rafter

– Follow mounting steps

– Each person will mount the base and plumb the mast

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Thank You!Thank You!

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1 ODU Mounting 2 Introduction This module instructs you on the proper DIRECTV ODU mounting procedures