I would say that pr1127003 probably has it pegged.
Throw a spectrum on the LNB or LNBF with a recording device (if you do not want to just sit around and wait on the spike/spikes).
and as for satellitepatrol's solution? Hmmmmmm Maybe he just needs another beer
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