Direct TV Slimline Dish Setup Question

[CNC243]

We have a Direct TV Slimline Dish and having problems getting a signal, I have read a few different sites and they state that this type of dish requires a power supply... is that correct? If so does anyone know what type or which ones are the best to get for Tailgating.

Thanks in advance for the help!!!

 

[pro96]

well if you have the SWM3 or SWM5 LNB then yes, you would need the power inverter.
For tailgating get the non SWM model that requires no power at all.

 

[boba]

All dishes need power supplies, usually the receiver provides the power for the LNB. What specific dish are you trying to use?

 

[sddtvtech]

first off you need to know what kind of LNB you have.. is there ONE cable out the LNB or is there 4?

if its 4 cables then its powered by IRD

if its ONE cable, its powered by a Power Inserter. with a PI unplugged, it will lose signal on all recivers.