Switches
Switches allow distributing satellite TV signals to more than one television in a household. A satellite dish is made up of LNBs to receive the satellite signal and then transmit it to the viewing display. For example, using a Dish Network dish PRO Plus DPP separator is used to separate a line from the Dish 500 DPP twin LNB into multiple lines when you have a compatible two-input receiver.
Understanding LNBs
Low-noise block downconverters (LNB) is a component fixed to the front of the parabolic satellite dish. It receives satellite signals before converting and boosting the signal to an indoor receiver. It is possible for LNBs to degrade over time especially if the dish is exposed to extreme weather over a prolonged period. Faulty LNBs are usually indicated by bad reception and complete signal loss.
Bell and DISH Switch
Antenna switches like the DISH Network DPP44 switch extend your satellite viewing experience by providing four LNB inputs to distribute channels for up to four different locations. Switches need a power source that is sometimes included depending on the selected product.
Only connect DISH Pro, DISH Pro Plus, and DBS LNBFs to the DPP44 switch. DISH Pro satellite receivers have a single satellite in port that can be directly connected to the DPP44 receiver port.
Dish Pro Plus satellite receivers have two ‘satellite-in’ ports that can be connected to one DPP44 receiver port if used with a DISH Pro Plus Triplexer/Separator. If you don’t use a Triplexer/Separator, the two ‘satellite-in’ ports can be connected to two DPP44 receiver ports.
Mount the DPP44 switch onto a steady, solid structure like the side of your house and ensure the switch is fastened tightly to the surface. Only plug in the power source once all the LNBF and receiver connections are made to the switch. The DPP44 switch can be connected at any point on the cable that is up to 200 feet long. Legacy receivers shouldn’t have more than 100 feet of cable to the LNBF.
The multi dish switch model SW44 from Videopath expands dual LNBs to offer four extra receivers. Various parts for satellite dishes like the DISH Network Dish Pro Hybrid Solo Hub for Bell TV, the Bell TV 6 Receiver (HD or PVR) LNB and switch combo are just other ways to enhance or repair existing satellite installations, or they can be purchased when building your own custom satellite system.
Bell Satellite Receivers
Bell Satellite TV is a Canadian satellite provider. Residential subscriptions can have up to 6 receivers on an account, while each receiver can be a dual tuner receiver. So, effectively, you can use up to 12 televisions to get the ultimate viewing experience for the entire household.
Bell Satellite TV provides dishes from 50 cm to urban customers and larger dishes that are 60 cm to 120 cm in more remote regions where the satellite signal could be weaker.
