DPP44 vs. DP34

[moonwolf22]

I am almost ready to purchase a new 622. I've learned that I can use my existing DP34 switch by running two cables to the new 622.

Some questions;

1. Should I make sure that the two cables running to the 622 are identical in manufacturer and length? Will having two "Quad" shielded cables be better then standard RG-6?

2. Is there any benefit in using a DPP44 over the DP34 other then only having to use one cable/with separator with the DPP44? Will having a DPP44 improve signal? I plan to add another dish to receive 61.5 for HD channels, but not until it warms up a bit. (Live in Maine)

I only need three sat. feeds so having the forth one that the DPP44 provides would not be needed. Thanks.

 

[Claude Greiner]

There is no advantage to a DPP44 unless you plan to support 4 satellite locations or want to use 1 cable for your Dual Tuner Receiver.

If you can run 2 lines,and only need 3 satellites then a DP34 is fine!

 

[Jim5506]

Or have Dish install a dish 1000.2, it has the necessary switch builtin.

 

[moonwolf22]

There is no advantage to a DPP44 unless you plan to support 4 satellite locations or want to use 1 cable for your Dual Tuner Receiver.

If you can run 2 lines,and only need 3 satellites then a DP34 is fine!

Thanks for the answer reguarding the DP34. Can anyone answer my cable question?

1. Should I make sure that the two cables running to the 622 are identical in manufacturer and length? Will having two "Quad" shielded cables be better then standard RG-6?

 

[harshness]

As long as the cable indicates that it is swept to 2.3GHz or higher, it should be fine. Quad shield is typically not necessary and often has a larger minimum bend radius that makes it trickier to install.

I heartily recommend using a DPP Twin LNB for one or two receivers. They can be had for not much money and will serve up to two receivers with single cables from three orbital slots.

 

[rthomp03]

Line length of the individual lines to the dual tuner receiver should not matter. I have a D1000 going into 2 DP34s feeding 2 622s and a 508. The cables are all slightly different in length and I have seen no issues what so ever.