Tech question about switching from Dish to Directv?

[MikeVal]

I would like to switch from Dish Net to Directv. My question is: can I use the Dish Network LNB and Dish with my directv receiver? I would hate to waste my time switching out dishes if I didn't have to. Are the LNB's the same? I heard that they are, but am not sure I trust the source.

Thanks!

[scooper]

Depends on what LNB is on the DIsh 500. Most likely - you'll need to switch dishes / LNBs.

[MikeVal]

Depends on what LNB is on the DIsh 500. Most likely - you'll need to switch dishes / LNBs.

I don't know the difference in the LNB's. I know the system I have is set up for International programming only. So, I don't know if there is a difference in the LNB for the regular programming and international. I do know that they are on different birds. The LNB says "Digital LNBF". I think the model # is BS1H1UP101M. Will this LNB work with Directv??

[boba]

I don't know the difference in the LNB's. I know the system I have is set up for International programming only. So, I don't know if there is a difference in the LNB for the regular programming and international. I do know that they are on different birds. The LNB says "Digital LNBF". I think the model # is BS1H1UP101M. Will this LNB work with Directv??Try http://www.switchinfo.info/index.htm :) :) :)

[jdspencer]

Instead of trying to figure out if the Dish LNBs are compatible, why not just let the DirecTV installers swap out the dish? It's part of your purchase!