Also, DPP33 does not use a power inserter. So that is another option.
Dish no longer supplies us techs with DPP33's anymore. I'm not even sure if they're made anymore because they don't add much capability. Since all new LNBs basically have a DPP43 switch built in, they already have more capability in every dish. A DPP33 can't add more outputs, and can't be trunked to another switch.
Is this something I should talk to the installer about, or do installers just normally want to do their own thing and not be bothered by customers wishing to sound smarter than they actually are? Also, how do I know which LNB I currently have? The DPP44 had a nice label on it... I could take a picture and post it here for you guys, if that would be best. Have to be tomorrow, because I'm working tonight.
It depends on the installer, everyone's different. If it was me, I'd just present you with both options and see which you liked, but I'd reccommend changing the LNB and switch because all work can be done outside without having to damage your home anymore. It also eliminates a potential failure point from the system by removing the switch and power inserter. There is no way they would have installed the new LNB and the DPP44 unless you had 4 receivers running, so I'm fairly positive you have the older style LNB. Personally I'd just let the installer check it out and see what they recommend. If they want to drill, then maybe suggest the other option. Remember there may be some other factors involved too, I'm blindly giving basic advice over the internet based on your input and assuming you have a typical install. Seeing things in person can add a whole different level of potential issues I can't see.
Or use the older 500+ dish as a wing dish just for 118 wired to the input of a 1000.2 or 4 dish. No DPP44 required.
This is true, but most people don't want 2 1000 sized dishes on their house.