SatCatcher vs BrasilTVMap

Dish alignment, pointing and Installation has always been a complicated task, especially if you do not have a clue. That is why I posted this application that will simplify this task and allow you to install and align your antenna without the need to call a specialist. SatCatcher is a satellite finder and dish pointer, it allows you to orient your antenna to any satellite. Using augmented reality, this application displays the target satellite in space to better choose the location of your antenna and ensure the absence of any obstacle (wall, tree ...). SatCatcher also uses your phone GPS to show your location on a map and shows the direction of the satellite from your position. The compass accompanied by a beep lets you orient your antenna following the acceleration of beeps or the arrow of the compass. The accelerometer is used to verify that the holder of your antenna is vertical. The antenna adjustment steps: 1- choose a satellite and authorize geolocation to determine the direction of the antenna orientation. 2- Show satellite in augmented reality with your camera and make sure there are no obstacles and validate the location of your antenna. 3. Check that the support of your antenna is vertical. 4. Calculate the polarization and adjust the rotation of the LNB (the head of your antenna) 5. Set the elevation 6- Search orientation with visual and sound assistant 7- Fine adjustments. For the good functioning of the application, SatCatcher will need the camera, compass, gyroscope, accelerometer and the GPS of your smartphone. tips: - If your smartphone does not have GPS, you can manually move the "marker" on the card until it points your exact location. Use zoom for more detail. - The compass is very important to adjust your dish, but if your smartphone does not have one, you can still use the application. In this case, it will help you to find clues and marks on the map from your location. It also allows you to calculate the orientation. Than you can use a manual compass to get a good orientation. - Do not hesitate to recalibrate the compass and avoid too close to the antenna arm, because it is sensitive to metallic elements. Try to place your smartphone where there is less magnetic interference. SatCatcher Free is the lite version of SatCatcher. Augmented reality and compass orientation are only available in the full version here: https://appsto.re/fr/Gb6Hbb.i Contact : infosoftycontactfree@gmail.com

BrasilTVMap helps you find nearby Brazilian TV and FM radio transmitters, calculate the exact bearing to point your antenna, and check whether you have a clear line of sight — all from your iPhone or iPad. FIND TRANSMITTERS Browse over 22,000 TV and FM stations across all 27 Brazilian states plus the Federal District, powered by official Anatel open data. Filter by distance (30–120 miles), minimum power, state, and broadcast mode (TV or FM). Sort by distance, signal strength, power, bearing, or channel number. VIRTUAL CHANNELS See which network you're receiving. BrasilTVMap maps physical UHF channels to their virtual channel numbers and broadcaster names (Globo, Record, SBT, Band, TV Cultura, and more) per city and state. AIM YOUR ANTENNA • Compass Bearing — live compass needle pointing to any transmitter with true and magnetic bearings • Point to Station — interactive map with a draggable pin and bearing line • AR Pointer — augmented reality 3D arrow in the real-world direction of the transmitter, with on-target haptic feedback and "Bullseye!" confirmation • Radar Compass — all stations as dots on a radar display, colour-coded by power, with on-target vibration CHECK LINE OF SIGHT The Signal Path Profile shows an elevation cross-section between you and the transmitter using terrain data. See instantly if hills or buildings block your signal. The Aerial Height Calculator tells you exactly how high to mount your antenna to clear obstructions. COVERAGE ANALYSIS "What Can I Receive?" finds the best direction to point your antenna, recommends the aerial type (narrowband or wideband), polarisation, pointing direction, channel range, and minimum mount height. Best Tower Per Network shows the strongest option for each broadcaster. TV GUIDE View all receivable channels ordered by virtual channel number with links to live programme listings for major networks. DX LOGGING Mark stations as received, rate them 1–3 stars, track your Top 10 furthest receptions, and export your complete DX log as a CSV spreadsheet. ALL STATIONS MAP Every transmitter on a map with colour-coded pins by region. Drag your location pin to explore. Tap any pin for quick stats and links to full detail or satellite site view. BILINGUAL Full English and Brazilian Portuguese interface — switch in Settings at any time. Data source: Anatel (Brazilian National Telecommunications Agency), open data licence.