Hello, there is a problem with the antenna, I have a satellite TV with Orange, the problem is that the antenna is set so that the power shows at 30% and the quality at 100%. Why is the power so weak or does it depend on the antenna position since the quality is 100%? the second thing I bought a...

Are you sure you have the right satellite signal? do you have any picture on these 30 and 100%? the meter is set to 75% -100% sensitivity and you are looking for a signal by turning the antenna, when the pointer reaches 10, then you turn the sensitivity a little down so that the pointer is at 5, then turn the antenna again until you have a pointer at 10 and as long as you repeat how you are able to get a better result than before turning down, remember that tightening the antenna can change your values, the main thing is to catch the signal of the correct satellite

SAT-FINDER METER is your colleague wrong?

rather the correct satellite is caught, when it comes to the image, it shows nothing at these parameters and now I do not know if the power is so weak is the fault of incorrect antenna settings or connections, antenna, decoder or maybe a faulty convector?, and as for this meter I connected correctly, but the power supply from the decoder goes to it because the backlight works, but is it connected to the convector or does it not vibrate (dead indicator) and does it help to set the sensitivity because if I turn the knob on this meter I turn right or left is nothing gives a pointer or a twitch

Because you have a lime cable as well as a converter from the ORANGE set. You bought a toy pointer. The INDICATOR shows how you push in and it works. Because it's INDICATOR. Added after 2 [minutes]: Rather, I would not catch her but set the antenna on her. Rather chances with this toy. It was a shame to spend money. Added after 1 [minutes]: If this indicator and this toy does not work properly and as prompting is misleading.

Because you have a lime cable as well as a converter from the ORANGE set. I have not heard yet that the linden cable had a lot in common with the signal strength, with the quality of course it has but this one is 100%. You bought a toy pointer I also have such a toy and in good hands it is the most useful device. In my opinion, it is either the wrong satellite or the converter is from the older ones (unfortunately I do not know what Orange has) which should be turned in the handle at the right angle, here the signal strength will be of great importance. Well, properly set the antenna if it is set to the right satellite. It may still be too small a bowl, but I assume Orange gives the right size.

Well, a colleague still has to stick his ear. As you can see, the author can not be included in the group of efficient ones. And such a toy, as you can see, is a problem ideally set the plate itself and where to measure the cable or converter.

And when it reaches only 8, what then? What? Mine is 20 years old and working properly. What will it matter to you? Usually, the force in the hand is very important for turning the converter.

And these new do not need to be set at the right angle? @marcinpiotr - check again if you did everything according to the instructions

If the dish was set to the proper satellite, then with this strength and quality must be reception. Instead of thinking, get yourself set up correctly.

I also bet that this is not the satellite.

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#1 17026004 09 Feb 2018 22:05

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Hello, there is a problem with the antenna, I have a satellite TV with Orange, the problem is that the antenna is set so that the power shows at 30% and the quality at 100%. Why is the power so weak or does it depend on the antenna position since the quality is 100%? the second thing I bought a sat finder signal meter and how it connects it will light up but the tip will not vibrate or is this meter faulty?
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#2 17026039 09 Feb 2018 22:17

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Are you sure you have the right satellite signal? do you have any picture on these 30 and 100%? the meter is set to 75% -100% sensitivity and you are looking for a signal by turning the antenna, when the pointer reaches 10, then you turn the sensitivity a little down so that the pointer is at 5, then turn the antenna again until you have a pointer at 10 and as long as you repeat how you are able to get a better result than before turning down, remember that tightening the antenna can "change" your values, the main thing is to catch the signal of the correct satellite
#3 17026047 09 Feb 2018 22:21

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17026047 09 Feb 2018 22:21

SAT-FINDER METER is your colleague wrong?
#4 17026091 09 Feb 2018 22:40

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rather the correct satellite is caught, when it comes to the image, it shows nothing at these parameters and now I do not know if the power is so weak is the fault of incorrect antenna settings or connections, antenna, decoder or maybe a faulty convector?, and as for this meter I connected correctly, but the power supply from the decoder goes to it because the backlight works, but is it connected to the convector or does it not vibrate (dead indicator) and does it help to set the sensitivity because if I turn the knob on this meter I turn right or left is nothing gives a pointer or a twitch
#5 17026098 09 Feb 2018 22:46

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marcinpiotr wrote:
Why power is so weak

Because you have a lime cable as well as a converter from the ORANGE set.

marcinpiotr wrote:
the second thing I bought a sat finder signal meter

You bought a toy pointer.

PITERRR wrote:
SAT-FINDER METER is your colleague wrong?

The INDICATOR shows how you push in and it works. Because it's INDICATOR.

Added after 2 [minutes]:

marcinpiotr wrote:
satellite rather caught the correct one

Rather, I would not catch her but set the antenna on her.

marcinpiotr wrote:
when it comes to the image, it shows nothing with these parameters and now I do not know if the power is so weak, it is the fault of the incorrect antenna setting or connection, the antenna, the decoder or the convector inoperative? it goes to him because the backlight works but whether it is connected to the convector or not it does not vibrate (dead indicator) and does not help setting the sensitivity because if using the knob on this meter I turn right or left it does not give an indicator or vibrates

Rather chances with this toy. It was a shame to spend money.

Added after 1 [minutes]:

mladenick wrote:
the meter is set to 75% -100% sensitivity and you are looking for a signal by turning the antenna, when the pointer reaches 10, then you turn the sensitivity a little down so that the pointer is at 5, then turn the antenna again until you have a pointer at 10 and as long as you repeat how you are able to get a better result than before turning down, remember that tightening the antenna can "change" your values, the main thing is to catch the signal of the correct satellite

If this indicator and this toy does not work properly and as prompting is misleading.
#6 17026145 09 Feb 2018 23:05

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[Quote = "mihal2002"]
marcinpiotr wrote:
Why power is so weak

Because you have a lime cable as well as a converter from the ORANGE set.
I have not heard yet that the linden cable had a lot in common with the signal strength, with the quality of course it has but this one is 100%.

"You bought a toy pointer"

I also have such a toy and in good hands it is the most useful device.

In my opinion, it is either the wrong satellite or the converter is from the "older" ones (unfortunately I do not know what Orange has) which should be "turned" in the handle at the right angle, here the signal strength will be of great importance. Well, properly set the antenna if it is set to the right satellite. It may still be too small a bowl, but I assume Orange gives the right size.
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#7 17026392 10 Feb 2018 07:53

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mladenick wrote:
I have not heard yet that the linden wire had a lot in common with the signal strength,

Well, a colleague still has to stick his ear.

mladenick wrote:
I also have such a toy and in good hands it is the most useful device.

As you can see, the author can not be included in the group of efficient ones.
And such a toy, as you can see, is a problem ideally set the plate itself and where to measure the cable or converter.
#8 17026438 10 Feb 2018 08:45

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17026438 10 Feb 2018 08:45

mladenick wrote:
until you have a hint at 10 again

And when it reaches only 8, what then?

mladenick wrote:
how you can get a better result than before turning down

What?

mladenick wrote:
or the converter is from those "older"

Mine is 20 years old and working properly.

mladenick wrote:
"turn" in the handle at the right angle, here also the signal strength
will matter a lot.

What will it matter to you?
Usually, the force in the hand is very important for turning the converter.
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#9 17026632 10 Feb 2018 10:39

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17026632 10 Feb 2018 10:39

mladenick wrote:
or the converter is from the "older" ones (...) which should be "turned" in the handle at the right angle

And these "new" do not need to be set at the right angle?
@marcinpiotr - check again if you did everything according to the instructions
https://www.orange.pl/omnibook/montaz-i-ustawienie-anteny-satelitarnej
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#10 17026671 10 Feb 2018 11:00

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power shows 30% and quality 100%

If the dish was set to the proper satellite, then with this strength and quality must be reception.
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when it comes to the image it shows nothing

Instead of thinking, get yourself set up correctly.
#11 17027161 10 Feb 2018 15:05

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17027161 10 Feb 2018 15:05

marcinpiotr wrote:
the satellite rather caught the correct one, when it comes to the image it shows nothing at these parameters

I also bet that this is not the satellite.
#12 17027178 10 Feb 2018 15:14

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17027178 10 Feb 2018 15:14

Normal chat. Everything is fine but it doesn't work. How do i know that
He probably got Astra so seriously.
#13 17027186 10 Feb 2018 15:16

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DiZMar wrote:
How do i know that

Nothing happened there, only the resistor burned.
#14 17027199 10 Feb 2018 15:21

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maksar wrote:
...
Nothing happened there, only the resistor burned.

Exactly.
#15 17028127 10 Feb 2018 21:46

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17028127 10 Feb 2018 21:46

The problem was solved, the replacement of the antenna cable helped, there remains a problem with this meter that maybe some suggestions are not working?
#16 17028143 10 Feb 2018 21:53

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17028143 10 Feb 2018 21:53

Is the input and output described on this indicator? And depends how you hooked it up?
#17 17028178 10 Feb 2018 22:04

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17028178 10 Feb 2018 22:04

marcinpiotr wrote:
there remains a problem with this meter that some suggestions may not work

Once again it is an indicator. I suggest you buy a new toy for PLN 10. Over and over again.
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mladenick wrote:
I have not heard yet that the linden wire had a lot in common with the signal strength

It's not hearing, it's a lack of knowledge.

marcinpiotr wrote:
The problem was solved by replacing the antenna cable
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✨ The discussion revolves around issues with a satellite dish setup for Orange TV, where the user reports a power level of 30% and a quality level of 100%. Responses suggest that the low power may be due to incorrect antenna positioning or faulty components, such as the antenna, decoder, or LNB (convector). Users recommend verifying the correct satellite signal and adjusting the antenna accordingly. The user also mentions a signal meter that lights up but does not vibrate, leading to questions about its functionality. Ultimately, the user resolves the power issue by replacing the antenna cable but continues to seek advice on the signal meter's performance.
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FAQ

TL;DR: Seeing 30% power and 100% quality? Start with 75–100% sat‑finder sensitivity and “catch the correct satellite.” Replace suspect coax first. This FAQ helps Orange TV users align dishes, verify meters, and fix no‑picture issues fast. [Elektroda, mladenick, post #17026039]

Why it matters: Misreading bars or using bad coax wastes hours; a quick cable swap and proper skew save time.

Quick Facts

Cable first: replacing the antenna cable restored reception in this case, proving cabling can block picture despite high “quality.” [Elektroda, marcinpiotr, post #17028127]
Sat‑finder setup: begin at 75–100% sensitivity, then reduce as you peak the needle to mid‑scale. [Elektroda, mladenick, post #17026039]
Skew matters: Orange’s install guide covers elevation, azimuth, and LNB rotation—set the LNB angle correctly. [Elektroda, kli, post #17026632]
Wrong bird risk: high quality with no channels often means you’re on Astra, not Hot Bird. [Elektroda, DiZMar, post #17027178]
Meter reality: cheap buzzers are basic indicators and can mislead or fail outright. [Elektroda, Anonymous, post #17026098]

Why do I get 30% power and 100% quality but no picture on Orange TV?

Low “power” with 100% “quality” and no picture often points to cabling. Faulty coax reduces LNB supply and RF level. In this thread, replacing the antenna cable restored reception immediately. Inspect F‑connectors for corrosion and loose braid. Replace any crushed, waterlogged, or kinked spans first. [Elektroda, marcinpiotr, post #17028127]

How do I align my dish using a basic sat‑finder?

“The main thing is to catch the signal of the correct satellite.”

Set meter sensitivity to 75–100%.
Sweep the dish slowly. When the needle peaks, turn sensitivity down to mid‑scale.
Resweep to peak again, then tighten gently and recheck. Tightening can shift readings, so verify after each turn. [Elektroda, mladenick, post #17026039]

My sat‑finder lights up but the needle or buzzer doesn’t. Is it faulty?

Check orientation first. Connect the “Receiver” port to the meter input and “LNB” to the dish. A reversed connection can light the backlight but show no needle or tone. Then adjust sensitivity and retest. If it still fails, the basic indicator may be defective. [Elektroda, Pedros050, post #17028143]

Are cheap sat‑finder “buzzers” worth using?

They help for rough peaking but lack satellite identification. Use them to get close, then verify on the receiver. “In good hands it is the most useful device.” Avoid over‑reliance, since readings are wide and easily saturated. [Elektroda, mladenick, post #17026145]

Does the antenna cable really affect signal strength or only quality?

It affects both. High‑loss coax reduces measured “power” and can starve the LNB. In this case, replacing the antenna cable restored reception. Replace old cable and remake F‑connectors before adjusting the dish. [Elektroda, marcinpiotr, post #17028127]

Could I be aimed at the wrong satellite (Astra instead of Hot Bird)?

Yes. High “quality” with no channels often means the dish points to the wrong bird. “He probably got Astra.” Re‑point carefully to the Orange orbital slot and recheck channels. [Elektroda, DiZMar, post #17027178]

Do I need to rotate the LNB (skew) on Orange, new or old?

Yes. Set the LNB skew to match polarization. Both older and newer LNBs require the correct angle. Follow Orange’s install guide for elevation, azimuth, and skew values. [Elektroda, kli, post #17026632]

Why do readings shift when I tighten the dish bolts?

Tightening can nudge the dish off peak. Peak the signal, tighten a little, and recheck. Repeat until fully secure. Expect small changes during tightening. [Elektroda, mladenick, post #17026039]

What should I try first if alignment looks right but there’s no picture?

Replace the coax and check every connector. Assume the basic meter can mislead. One responder called it a “toy pointer.” Use the receiver as the final check for lock and picture. [Elektroda, Anonymous, post #17026098]

Is the Orange‑supplied LNB or cable a weak point?

Some users report basic components in the Orange set. If levels seem low, start by replacing the cable. Then test or swap the LNB if issues persist. [Elektroda, Anonymous, post #17026098]

Can an old LNB still work reliably?

Yes. One user reports a 20‑year‑old LNB still working properly. Age alone does not prove failure. Inspect for moisture, cracked plastic, and loose connectors before replacing. [Elektroda, maksar, post #17026438]

Is my dish too small for Orange?

Orange kits usually include an adequate dish. If reception fails, focus on precise alignment, correct LNB skew, and good coax first. [Elektroda, mladenick, post #17026145]

Should I rely only on “power” and “quality” bars?

No. Bars can look good on the wrong satellite. Confirm by getting a picture on the intended service. [Elektroda, KOCUREK1970, post #17027161]

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