# Assemble the LNB Source URL: https://helpcenter.dxp-frontend.devserver.app/blockstream-satellite/set-up-blockstream-satellite-kit/assemble-the-lnb Updated: 2026-04-09T09:37:31.000Z Category: Blockstream Satellite Section: Set up Blockstream Satellite Kit --- **This is step 2 of the** [**Blockstream Satellite Kit setup guide**](https://helpcenter.dxp-frontend.devserver.app/blockstream-satellite/set-up-blockstream-satellite-kit/set-up-a-blockstream-satellite-kit) **(Pro Kit only).** The LNB is the device that collects the Blockstream Satellite radio waves from the dish and converts them to a signal which is sent through a cable to your receiver. > **Note:** The [Flat Panel Antenna](https://store.blockstream.com/product/flat-panel-antenna/) has an integrated Ku-band LNB. If you are using a Flat Panel Antenna, skip this section and go to [Basic Kit receiver setup](https://helpcenter.dxp-frontend.devserver.app/blockstream-satellite/set-up-blockstream-satellite-kit/set-up-the-basic-kit-receiver) or [Pro Kit receiver setup](https://helpcenter.dxp-frontend.devserver.app/blockstream-satellite/set-up-blockstream-satellite-kit/set-up-the-pro-kit-receiver). The Blockstream Satellite Kit includes two LNBs: - **Ku-band LNB:** For use across the Americas, Europe, and Africa regions. Also can be used in some of the Asia-Pacific region. - **C-band LNB:** For use across the whole Asia-Pacific region. ## Determine Which LNB You Require 1. If you are in the Americas, Europe, or Africa regions, jump directly to the Ku-band LNB assembly guide. 2. If you are in the Asia-Pacific region, check our Satellite Network Coverage map to see if Ku-band is supported in your area. Either enter your address or click on your rough location and the tool will provide you details on which satellite transponders cover your area. ![satellite_coverage_map.png](https://dxp-backend.devserver.app/uploads/help-center/content/blockstream-satellite/set-up-blockstream-satellite-kit/assemble-the-lnb/900002260526.png) 3. If both **Telstar 18V Ku Band (Asia Pacific)** and **Telstar 18V C Band (Asia Pacific)** are available in your area, go to [Ku-band LNB assembly](#h%5F19a27374-cec8-4987-9f4f-d3d5fd93b55a). If only **Telstar 18V C Band (Asia Pacific)** is available in your area, go to [C-band LNB assembly](#h%5F452a59c1-e87c-4a5f-b188-5a5df58ddcc1). > **Note:** You will only need to use one of the LNBs, the other LNB can be left in your Blockstream Satellite Kit box. ## Ku-Band LNB Assembly 1. Grab the Ku-band LNB. ![39satellite.png](https://dxp-backend.devserver.app/uploads/help-center/content/blockstream-satellite/set-up-blockstream-satellite-kit/assemble-the-lnb/900002175003.png) 2. Mount the LNB to the mounting bracket included in the kit, and then mount both the LNB and mounting bracket to the satellite dish assembly arm. ![25satellite.png](https://dxp-backend.devserver.app/uploads/help-center/content/blockstream-satellite/set-up-blockstream-satellite-kit/assemble-the-lnb/900002210546.png) 3. Connect the long coaxial cable to the connector on the LNB. ![26satellite.png](https://dxp-backend.devserver.app/uploads/help-center/content/blockstream-satellite/set-up-blockstream-satellite-kit/assemble-the-lnb/900002210566.png) ## C-Band LNB Assembly > **Tip:** We've configured the Blockstream Satellite signal so that your C-band LNB will be compatible with _both_ C-band and Ku-band dishes (minimum 60cm diameter). 1. Grab the C-band LNB. ![36satellite.png](https://dxp-backend.devserver.app/uploads/help-center/content/blockstream-satellite/set-up-blockstream-satellite-kit/assemble-the-lnb/900002175043.png) 2. Attach the mounting bracket to the LNB, taking note where the LNB polarity markings are located for reference. ![23satellite.png](https://dxp-backend.devserver.app/uploads/help-center/content/blockstream-satellite/set-up-blockstream-satellite-kit/assemble-the-lnb/900002210586.png) 3. If using an offset dish antenna, place the feed horn on the LNB and tighten the screws. ![24satellite.png](https://dxp-backend.devserver.app/uploads/help-center/content/blockstream-satellite/set-up-blockstream-satellite-kit/assemble-the-lnb/900002175063.png) 4. Mount the LNB to the satellite arm. ![21satellite.png](https://dxp-backend.devserver.app/uploads/help-center/content/blockstream-satellite/set-up-blockstream-satellite-kit/assemble-the-lnb/900002175083.png) 5. Connect the long coaxial cable to the LNB. ![22satellite.png](https://dxp-backend.devserver.app/uploads/help-center/content/blockstream-satellite/set-up-blockstream-satellite-kit/assemble-the-lnb/900002175103.png) ## Next Steps Proceed to either the [Basic Kit receiver setup](https://helpcenter.dxp-frontend.devserver.app/blockstream-satellite/set-up-blockstream-satellite-kit/set-up-the-basic-kit-receiver) or [Pro Kit receiver setup](https://helpcenter.dxp-frontend.devserver.app/blockstream-satellite/set-up-blockstream-satellite-kit/set-up-the-pro-kit-receiver) section. Navigation: Blockstream Help Center > Blockstream Satellite > Assemble the LNB ## Related Articles in This Section - [Set up a Blockstream Satellite Kit](https://helpcenter.dxp-frontend.devserver.app/blockstream-satellite/set-up-blockstream-satellite-kit/set-up-a-blockstream-satellite-kit) - [Prepare the Pro Kit components](https://helpcenter.dxp-frontend.devserver.app/blockstream-satellite/set-up-blockstream-satellite-kit/prepare-the-pro-kit-components) - [Prepare the Base Station components](https://helpcenter.dxp-frontend.devserver.app/blockstream-satellite/set-up-blockstream-satellite-kit/prepare-the-base-station-components) - [Assemble the LNB](https://helpcenter.dxp-frontend.devserver.app/blockstream-satellite/set-up-blockstream-satellite-kit/assemble-the-lnb) (current) - [Set up the Pro Kit receiver](https://helpcenter.dxp-frontend.devserver.app/blockstream-satellite/set-up-blockstream-satellite-kit/set-up-the-pro-kit-receiver) - [Install the Blockstream Satellite Utility](https://helpcenter.dxp-frontend.devserver.app/blockstream-satellite/set-up-blockstream-satellite-kit/install-the-blockstream-satellite-utility) - [Configure the Pro Kit receiver](https://helpcenter.dxp-frontend.devserver.app/blockstream-satellite/set-up-blockstream-satellite-kit/configure-the-pro-kit-receiver) - [Install the satellite antenna](https://helpcenter.dxp-frontend.devserver.app/blockstream-satellite/set-up-blockstream-satellite-kit/install-the-satellite-antenna) - [Align the satellite antenna](https://helpcenter.dxp-frontend.devserver.app/blockstream-satellite/set-up-blockstream-satellite-kit/align-the-satellite-antenna) - [Install the Blockstream Satellite node software](https://helpcenter.dxp-frontend.devserver.app/blockstream-satellite/set-up-blockstream-satellite-kit/install-the-blockstream-satellite-node-software) - [Prepare the Basic Kit components](https://helpcenter.dxp-frontend.devserver.app/blockstream-satellite/set-up-blockstream-satellite-kit/prepare-the-basic-kit-components) - [Set up the Basic Kit receiver](https://helpcenter.dxp-frontend.devserver.app/blockstream-satellite/set-up-blockstream-satellite-kit/set-up-the-basic-kit-receiver) - [Configure the Basic Kit receiver](https://helpcenter.dxp-frontend.devserver.app/blockstream-satellite/set-up-blockstream-satellite-kit/configure-the-basic-kit-receiver)