single LNB ?

[One Eyed Jack]

Is it possible to split a single lnb to two receivers?

[jheron]

not if you want diff. channels on each reciever...so I have read :)

[PrivateGuy™!]

Yes you can split a single 2 ways. This is how a multiswitch works. The price for a dual LNB is probably less than a cost for a good multiswitch though. If you can find a dual DC pass, diode controlled splitter this will work as well. If you have anymore questions post back and I will answer to the best of my knowledge.

PrivateGuy™

[One Eyed Jack]

Thanx Private Guy but won't that fry the LNB at least so I have heard Thanx again for your help :)

[PrivateGuy™!]

A multiswitch will only allow 13 volts to cycle through the LNB.(18 or 20 depending on system) I should have been more clear with the splitter. You never want to run a splitter without the multiswitch unless it is designed to only allow the specified voltage pass. This is what a multiswitch does.

PrivateGuy™

[This message has been edited by PrivateGuy™! (edited 01-18-2000).]

[gunsmoke2]

Multiswitch is designed to work with Dual LNB. so you can have both polarities working on different receivers.

[PrivateGuy™!]

Man I need to get more exact with my information. That was an excellent point gunsmoke. Ever get one of those days when you just knew you should of stayed in bed...Well today was one for me. Goodnight!

PrivateGuy™

[gunsmoke2]

Tommorrow is another day..

[RadDoc]

You could use a splitter from your single-LNB to multiple IRDs. However, since the single-LNB becomes polarized, you'd be limited to watching only odd- or even-numbered channels at any one time. As noted above, you'd have to regulate the voltage sent to the LNB.

A multiswitch (Channel Master 6314IFD or ASKA LNC-34A) will allow you to watch on up to four IRDs simultaneously, from a dual-LNB. If you connect too many switches, you'd need to power the LNBs with a Satellite Line Amplifier (CM 5213 or ASKA LA-9520-D).

A simple solution for you would be install a replacement dual-LNB on your dish. They're available for about $35 at your local electronics store.

[This message has been edited by RadDoc (edited 01-19-2000).]

[White Lighting]

RadDoc is online with this!!
Have done muti set ups in several bars,
plus cable, plus reg TV. Just make sure all your TOYS line up!

No time for a semitar on this now.

I can do it faster than I can tell You How.

Best is to learn like I did, ride with a pro
and get your grubby little hands on it.
Will post a basic muti set up later.


"Please do not attempt to adsust your set.
We control the horizotal, we control the
vertical. We can change the focus from a
blur to crystal clarity! For the next sixty
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cc1961.............Lites Out!

[White Lighting]

And yes I did say "semitar", cutting edge!

ck the moon kids, 10:44:25 cst pm Red and gone!!

Truely, Lites Out!