HR20 and Current Multiswitch?

[Happy Camper]

We currently have a 3 LNB dish hooked to a Terk 5x8 multiswitch. We are getting a new 5 LNB dish next month, and an HR20. The HR20 will go in the slot where my present HR10-250 is now, and the HR10-250 will move to the home theater. All locations have two RG6 sat cables already wired and are hooked to the multiswitch. I'm hoping all he has to do is hook the new dish in to the existing switch, and connect the HR20 to the two SAT and one antenna wires. None of my wires are diplexed.

Does anyone know if any additions or changes need to be made to hook up the new dish and HR20? Will my current wiring and multiswitch work?

Thanks.

 

[charper1]

I think I read there is a new multi-switch needed;like:


EDIT:

Added the compatibility chart: http://www.solidsignal.com/satellite/directv_dish_antenna_types.asp

 

[paulman182]

The installer should supply the multi-switch.

 

[ktk3438]

The installer should supply the multi-switch.

True, they supplied mine for free as part of the "Basic Installation"

 

[bonscott87]

You cannot use any older multiswitch with the new AT9 dish. You will need the Zinwell 6x8 which is supplied for free with your install. Reason is that the Zinwell is the only one that can work with the KA sats.

 

[Happy Camper]

Thanks, guys, for your help. Do you suppose I should contact D* and tell them to make sure the D* install guy comes out with the new switch, or is it something all the guys autimatically carry?

 

[bonscott87]

Thanks, guys, for your help. Do you suppose I should contact D* and tell them to make sure the D* install guy comes out with the new switch, or is it something all the guys autimatically carry?

If you want to be safe, call and make sure it's on the install order. Chances are the guy will have one in the truck but if it's not on the install order he may not have one for you.