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What type of satellite dish do I have?
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The Bottom Line: If you have a two-satellite (two arms) or three-satellite dish (three arms),
and it has at least 2 outputs, you have enough outputs for the recorder’s Dual Tuner
feature.
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If you have a one-satellite dish, be sure it has a dual-output LNB. If it doesn’t, contact
DIRECTV or an authorized representative to find out how to upgrade your existing dish.
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If you can't see your dish, here are some ways you can determine whether you have a
Dual LNB dish:
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Consult the documentation that came with the dish. That is the easiest way to determine
your dish type.
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If you can use a multiswitch, you have a Dual LNB dish.
If you have 2 or more satellite receivers connected to the same dish and can watch different
channels at the same time on each one, you have a Dual LNB dish. (If a Single LNB dish is
connected to two satellite receivers, you cannot watch different channels on different TVs at the
same time.)
A Dual LNB dish has two RF jacks, or connectors, inside the projecting piece that points back
towards the dish; a Single LNB has one. If you're not sure how many connectors your dish has,
you can remove the cover of the projecting piece and look inside. (This cover would be removed to
connect additional cables, but removing it yourself may void your dish's warranty--you may wish to
call a professional installer instead.)
What if I don't have enough inputs on my TV?
If your TV doesn't have enough inputs to accommodate various devices connected in parallel, you
can obtain an Audio/Video switch box, also known as an A/V switcher at your local electronics
retail store for around $30 dollars. These switchers enable you to connect multiple devices like a
DVD player, VCR, DIRECTV
Digital Satellite Recorders, or game consoles to your existing
single-input TV. Another way to connect multiple devices to your single-input TV is to use an A/V
receiver.
If your TV has only one audio jack, it supports mono audio, but not stereo. Connect the DIRECTV
Recorder to the TV set using the RF cable instead.
How can I purchase professional installation?
You can arrange for professional installation of your DIRECTV Recorder by calling DIRECTV at 1-
800-DIRECTV (1-800-347-3288).
