Switch Help

[Chavez]

I have a 1000.2 set up with (2) 211's connected. I would like to add (2) 311's for a total of 4TV's. What switch do I need?

 

[Laddyboy]

I have a 1000.2 set up with (2) 211's connected. I would like to add (2) 311's for a total of 4TV's. What switch do I need?

The built-in switch of the 1000.2 allows for up to three dual or single tuner receivers. Four receivers would require a DPP44 switch if you want to avoid running additional cables to the existing receivers. The DPP44 can be a bit pricey if you are doing this yourself. If E* does the installation, the switch will be provided. Another alternative would be a SD dual tuner receiver like the 322 with TV1 for one room and TV2 for the other. I don't believe that would require an additional switch and you'd likely save $5 per month in additional receiver/outlet charges.

 

[TheKrell]

Why couldn't he use the reasonably-priced DP34?

 

[HIFI]

Why couldn't he use the reasonably-priced DP34?

a dpp lnb will not work going into a dp switch

 

[coretj]

You should add a 322...

right now you have a 1000.2 which has an internal switch...

If you want to add 2 311s to your existing 2 211s you need 4 ports... the problem is that you can not switch a switch...

So in addition to the 34 switch ( or 44) you would need a W bracket and 3 dp singles costing you even more money than just the 2 new 311s.

 

[oljim]

Put up a Dish 500 for the 2 311s

 

[InHouse]

Get a 322 instead of two 311s and use what you already have, much less work involved. Or get the three single LNBs, W-Bracket and a 34 switch. Either way new cabling from dish down will be required

 

[Chavez]

Thanks guys. . . I ended up getting a dp34, w bracket, and 3 dp lnbs. Worked like a charm. I wanted to go with a 322, however the basement is finished with a sheetrock ceiling, which made it hard to achieve. But thanks for the tips!