DiSEqC 2.0 compliance

[dplus]

Hi,
I would like to know if it is possible to use a DiSEqC 2.0 2x1 switch with a DiSEqC 1.2 compliant receiver?

Thanks
dplus

 

[PipeDream]

They are suppose to be backward compatible. But they sometimes seem kinda fickle to me.

 

[Mr Tony]

yes it will work

ANY diseqc switch will work with a receiver...whether it is 1.2 or not

1.2 means it can control a motor

 

[PipeDream]

1.2 means it can control a motor

Control a motor? Now that you mention it I do notice the Fortecs give you a choice using 1.2 or USALS. But I thought diseqc switches controlled the LNBs
and shouldn't be mounted between the receiver and motor. Now this seems StRaNge.

 

[Mr Tony]

Diseqc switches do control the LNB...the motor is different

and yes you can put the switch between the receiver and the motor. I have it set up that way with my Pansat
port 1 goes to motor
port 2 is to a fixed dish at 123
ports 3 & 4 are going to 91 & 119 for audio

 

[PipeDream]

Doggone! I didn't think you could do that. Thanks for the info.

 

[Mr Tony]

it works for me...been working for over a year