What is SWM LNB?

This is the SL3-SWM LNB designed with an integrated single wire multiswitch (SWM) which allows you to have multiple satellite Feeds at Once. This LNB has 1 output for the Slimline dish from DIRECTV. The Slimline encompasses three LNBs to receive 99°, 101°, 103° degree satellites.

How many tuners does a SWM LNB have?

This LNB should serve anyone who needs 3-satellite service, up to 21 tuners which should satisfy well over 99% of residential customers.

What satellites does DIRECTV slimline use?

DIRECTV 3 LNB Dish 3LNB Dish for DIRECTV (Slimline). Accesses 99, 101, and 103 DIRECTV satellites; required to receive high definition stations transmitted in MPEG-4. Backward compatible with all DIRECTV receivers.

What LNB do I need for DIRECTV?

Slimline-3 LNBs can look at three satellite locations, while Slimline-5 LNBs can look at five satellite locations. The extra satellite locations are needed for some areas served by DIRECTV’s 119 satellite. DIRECTV commercial accounts also use Slimline-5 LNBs because they provide additional channels.

Do I need a SWM for DirecTV?

Yes, the Genie DVRs require a Single Wire Mulitsiwtch (SWM) setup.

What is a SWM module?

The DirecTV Single Wire Multiswitch (SWM) is a specially designed piece of hardware that allows a DirecTV satellite dish signal to be split and used with many different tuners/receivers. The usual configurations allow 5, 8, 16, or 32 connections to a single satellite dish.

What is reverse band LNB?

This is AT’s Reverse Band Legacy LNB. It is flat out the most complex LNB that’s ever been produced. It receives signals from up to five satellite locations in three frequency ranges and puts out six different signals. That’s a lot for something as small and inexpensive as it is.

How do I know if I have SWM DirecTV?

Typically it would be installed behind one of your DirecTV Receivers/DVRs. Usually the one closest to where the satellite cables enter your house. Do a Google Image search for “SWM Power Inserter” to see what one looks like.

What does the SWM box do for DirecTV?

How do I know if I have SWM DIRECTV?

How do I hook up my DirecTV SWM?

Connect the incoming satellite dish coax cable to the Power Inserter’s “Power to SWM” connector. Connect the DVR/Receiver coax cable to the Power Inserter’s “Signal to IRD” connector. ACEs are customers too, NOT employees. Answers are based on experience. I strive to give honest answers, even if not always appreciated.

Why do I need a SWM for DIRECTV?

What is a SWM receiver?

It stands for ‘Single-wire multi-switch. All you need to do now is connect one line to the back of your DVR instead of multiples for each device. SWM technology uses a single wire to feed multiple receivers and tuners from the dish instead of each device needing its exclusive wire.

What is the RB Intl?

RB/Intl. This option helps you set whether or not you have a 4K dish or international dish. You’ll need one of these in order to get access to international channels, but you don’t need both.

Where is DIRECTV SWM located?

The SWM is in the LNB at the end of the arm on your dish. It is powered by a 21vDC power inserter. (In the past the receivers provided the power.) From your dish is a cable drop which should go to a ground block (typically installed near your electric meter).

How do I hook up my DIRECTV SWM?

Can I move my DIRECTV SWM?

Yes, absolutely. Most DIRECTV installations today use the SWM system which lets you move your equipment easily.

How do I choose a good LNB?

The noise figure of the LNB is a measurement of how sensitive the LNB is or how much noise the LNB will add to the signal you may be intending to receive. The lower the noise figure of the LNB the better the LNB will be able to receive weaker signals.