SWM signal strength

[MarkN]

I have an HR 22 w/SWM. I understand what the signal strength means for the 101,99,103,119 but was does the SWM signal strength mean? (if that question makes any sense)

[jodyguercio]

http://www.dbstalk.com/showthread.php?t=148509

That's the SWM FAQ and it has some good info and links.

[billyinlasvegas]

I have an HR 22 w/SWM. I understand what the signal strength means for the 101,99,103,119 but was does the SWM signal strength mean? (if that question makes any sense)

I've always wondered the same thing!

[veryoldschool]

I've always wondered the same thing!
"one thing" they show is the quality of splitters/cables from the SWM.
If you lose SAT feed the SWM levels also go to zero, so the SWM needs to get a signal first, but "say you're using" cable splitters, that are rated to 1 GHz, you could see drops in the last three channels.
There is a SWM installation meter that will test cables/splitters that are buried in the walls, but this screen would work for end users moving/installing their own.