Difference between Different versions of SL5 LNBs and when do you need B band converters?

[Rockstead]

I'm changing my current slimline setup because my current SL5S can only do 8 tuners and I need 9+ for the future.

I'm going swap out with legacy 4 wire SL5 but I noticed people selling different versions of it, they all look the same but different serials, some of them have PIG in the name, do I have to be concerned on which one I end up getting? And what is the difference between them, I have seen reference to this pigtail version but not sure what it is. Is there a certain serial I should aim for?

Also, in this legacy setup with an SL5, SWM16, SWS8,CCK, HR44, HR24, do I need to order B band converters? And if so, which receivers do they go on the back of?

Thanks

 

[texasbrit]

First, if you have SWM either using an LNB or using SWM multiswitches you do NOT need b-band converters.
Second, it does not really matter which SL5 non-SWM you order. The ones with PIG in their name means they come with short RG6 cables (pigtails) which make them more convenient when using a meter at the dish.

Don't forget you will need a power inserter also. The one you are using for your existing dish is probably 21v - the SWM16 needs a 29v power inserter. It's possible the one you have for the dish is 29v since they are OK for the dish but a 21v one is more likely, in which case you will need to replace it.

 

[Rockstead]

Thank you for confirming, and clarifying the b-band converter stuff.

I omitted mentioning the power supply but they do seen to be included with whoever is selling them, thanks for mentioning it.

 

[Jimbo]

Thank you for confirming, and clarifying the b-band converter stuff.

I omitted mentioning the power supply but they do seen to be included with whoever is selling them, thanks for mentioning it.

Like Tex said, make sure its a 29v one your getting.