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H82work
08-07-09, 10:09 PM
I had Direct TV installed about 8 months ago and have a HR21 & HR22. I now want to add a 3rd HR and since I have only 4 wires coming from the dish I know that I will need either a switch of some sort or will need to convert to SWM. I am OK with doing the work and have installed equipment in the past and have no problem doing that. So my questions are:

1. So what switch do I need if I do not go the SWM route?

2. What equipment/switch/lnb do I need to go the SWM route?

I just need to know what my options are so that I can make an informed decision.

The reason I am wanting to do the work myself is that I want to get an HR23 and I know the only way to guarantee that is to get it myself.

Thanks in advance for you help...
dsw2112
08-07-09, 10:48 PM
1) WB68 - Run four lines from dish to switch and get 8 outputs in return.

2) SWMLnb or SWM-8

I won't re-hash the differences between the above options as there is already a ton of info on the site regarding them. Just search for each option and you'll find everything you ever wanted to know!
H82work
08-07-09, 10:52 PM
1) WB68 - Run four lines from dish to switch and get 8 outputs in return.

2) SWMLnb or SWM-8

I won't re-hash the differences between the above options as there is already a ton of info on the site regarding them. Just search for each option and you'll find everything you ever wanted to know!

Follow up question, can the WB68 be installed outside or must it be installed inside/out of the weather?
Newshawk
08-08-09, 12:02 AM
Follow up question, can the WB68 be installed outside or must it be installed inside/out of the weather?

The wB68 is weather resistant but not weather proof. I have mine under an eave of my roof and it has not given me any problems.
Davenlr
08-08-09, 08:01 AM
DirecTv installed my parents WB68 on the outside wall next to the phone box. They were back 9 months later replacing it due water getting into it or the connections, and had to move it under the back porch roof out of the weather. No problems since.
Mertzen
08-08-09, 09:02 AM
Follow up question, can the WB68 be installed outside or must it be installed inside/out of the weather?

As long as:
-ports running east/west
-wires coming from south with proper drip loops
-connectors wrench tight
-dielectric grease in connectors

it will be fine outside.
Mertzen
08-08-09, 09:11 AM
No:
http://www.dbstalk.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=18235&stc=1&thumb=1&d=1241298378

Yes:
http://www.dbstalk.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=15637&stc=1&thumb=1&d=1221660976
BattleZone
08-08-09, 10:33 AM
No:
http://www.dbstalk.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=18235&stc=1&thumb=1&d=1241298378

Yes:
http://www.dbstalk.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=15637&stc=1&thumb=1&d=1221660976

Great answer! :D
randyk47
08-08-09, 11:04 AM
My SWM-8 replaced a WB68 and is tucked away in an attic out of the weather. Worst it's exposed to is heat in the summer, cold in the winter but not moisture. I updated...and I actually consider it upgrading....to the SWM-8 to get around running additional cables. Given the choice I'd go directly to a SWM setup rather than the WB68 route.
H82work
08-08-09, 12:35 PM
Thanks to everyone for your answers I appreciate it very much.
elaclair
08-08-09, 12:45 PM
Yes:
http://www.dbstalk.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=15637&stc=1&thumb=1&d=1221660976

Wow, those are some SERIOUS drip/service loops......
smiddy
08-08-09, 01:15 PM
No:
http://www.dbstalk.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=18235&stc=1&thumb=1&d=1241298378

Yes:
http://www.dbstalk.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=15637&stc=1&thumb=1&d=1221660976

Wow, those are some SERIOUS drip/service loops......
They look humorous to me... :) [not so serious] There are quite a few however. :D