Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Policies differ by building. Some allow small balcony dishes; others require installation on shared rooftops only. Always check with building management or owners’ association to avoid violations, and where possible use neat, non-intrusive installations.

Yes, most villas allow rooftop dishes; they usually give the best line-of-sight. Make sure the mount is securely fixed, use weather-resistant hardware, and route the coaxial cable safely to avoid tripping or water ingress. Always check any community rules before installation.

On balconies you are limited by direction and space. Mount the dish where you have clear line-of-sight to the satellite (no walls or other balconies blocking the view). Use a sturdy balcony mount, then align step-by-step: azimuth, elevation, and LNB skew using the receiver’s signal meter or a satfinder.

Common reasons include slightly wrong elevation/azimuth, incorrect LNB skew, poor-quality or water-damaged coaxial cable, undersized dish, or LNB aging from heat. A small physical adjustment of 1–2 degrees or replacing old cabling often increases signal quality significantly.

To align for Nilesat 7W, set the elevation close to the calculated angle for Dubai (around mid-height above the horizon), point the dish roughly southwest, then slowly fine-tune azimuth and elevation while watching the receiver’s signal quality on a strong Nilesat frequency. Finally adjust LNB skew for maximum quality and tighten all bolts.

Local satellite technicians and some electronics shops in Sharjah offer full installation services. GloriousStore can also connect you with trusted partners who install and align dishes in Sharjah and nearby emirates.

Most popular satellites for UAE (like Nilesat 7W and Badr/Arabsat 26E) are located toward the southwest or south-southwest sky from Dubai and other emirates. Exact azimuth and elevation depend on your city and satellite; installers use tools or apps to calculate precise pointing angles.

Installation cost depends on dish size, cable length, mounting difficulty, and emirate. Typical pricing in Dubai starts from a basic fee for standard balcony or rooftop installation, with extra charges for long cable runs, wall brackets, or complex routing. For an exact quote, share your building details with the installer.

You can contact professional installers or GloriousStore support to schedule dish installation. A technician will visit your location, recommend dish size and placement, install the dish and LNB, run coaxial cable, configure the receiver, and test signal quality before handing over.