This unit is very expensive $600 or even more It is a satellite signal locator Mainly to identify the 2 way Broadband Satellites like Direcway and Starband communicates with the satellites digital transmissions with "Unique Satellite Information Data" known as (USID).
Hey, King Where have you been? I though maybe you was in jail.Any way thanks for the info; but a little too late.I just got one.Now that I have this Birdog I am going hunting East after those hard to hit Birds.
Birdog is quite a handy tool. I was issued one when I worked for d*r*ctv. Once hooked to the LNB, it picks up the specific satellite you are looking for. Recently I purchased a Satvision 3000 which does the same thing, but is somewhat less expensive.
C&P: New version 3.0 w/ USB port and 64 satellite position memory. The cadillac of satellite meters/Finders. The Birdog finds and identifies satellites with Digital Data Stream identifier.(DDSI)Easily identify the 2 way Broadband Satellites like Directway and Starband.You select satellite from the menu, move your dish until the Birdog says "Found". Indicates raw signal level and digital data error rates at same time for best dish alignment and cross polarity adjustment.Stores up to 64 Satellite locations. Comes with USB Cable, AC charger, DC auto charger and carry case. Internal battery powers the LNB. 7"X 2.75"X 5". 2 Lbs. Replacement Batteries and Data Cables are available. Please see them listed at the bottom of this category section.(No Images yet)
There is a 2.5 version as well.....I saw one today. The FTA installer said it is very helpfull in tweeking out 3 lnb HD dish's. You can get these on Ebay for $400-$450
