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SWM ("Single-Wire Multiswitch")

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The SWM allows you to use a single wire from a DIRECTV 5LNB dish to power mulitple receivers and access dual-tuners.

The SWM requires a power source to function. weaKnees uses ONLY DIRECTV-Approved, DIRECTV-branded power inserters. This is a cutting-edge, technically complex product. We use only DIRECTV-branded and authorized parts! Click below for:

 

 

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SWM8 Single-Wire Multiswitch and DIRECTV Approved Power Supply Kit
For use with a 5LNB DIRECTV dish. Have only one line run from your dish to a DVR? This switch splits one wire into two without running another wire! See below for splitters and other parts.
NOW $159.00 - FREE GROUND SHIPPING

Looking for a SWM LNB - the Dish+SWM combo? We sell them too! Just be aware that those units can only supply 8 tuners, and they aren't expandable, like the SWM units on this page.


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Two (2) SWM8 Package Save $68! - INCLUDES TWO SWM8 Units, SWM E2 Expander and Power Supply!
Need to power more than 8 tuners? A dual-SWM kit is your solution! Powers up to 16 tuners (up to 8 HD DVRs or 16 HD receivers, or a combination). See wiring diagram. See below for splitters and other parts.
NOW $449.00 - FREE GROUND SHIPPING


RESOURCES:
DIRECTV SWM-8 Reference and Installation Guide

SWM Specifications Sheet

ADDITIONAL Specifications

Wiring Diagrams for One SWM

SWM with Diplexer (for off-air, CATV, CCTV)

Wiring Diagram for Two SWMs (using SWM E2 Expander)

Wiring Diagram for Two SWMs (using four 1x2 splitters)

Wiring Diagram for SWM and WB68 (6x8) or WB616 (6x16) (w/one 5LNB Dish)

Wiring a Polarity Locker and Amplifier with a SWM
(This equipment is rarely necessary in small to moderate residential installations. Contact us with questions,
or if you have very long runs from your dish or if you want to wire multiple SWMs in a single installation.)

More SWM8 specifications, resources, and troubleshooting info

SWM Support Forum

SINGLE-WIRE MULTISWITCH Splitters / Diplexers

DIRECTV-Approved SWM Splitter (1x2)
Requires SWM multiswitch. Splits single line from SWM into two. DIRECTV approved. One input, two outputs.
$9.00 - FREE GROUND SHIPPING


DIRECTV-Approved SWM Splitter (1x4)
Requires SWM multiswitch. Splits single line from SWM into four. DIRECTV approved. One input, four outputs.
$14.00 - FREE GROUND SHIPPING


DIRECTV-Approved SWM Splitter (1x8)
Requires SWM multiswitch. Splits single line from SWM into eight. DIRECTV approved. One input, eight outputs.
$19.00 - FREE GROUND SHIPPING


DIRECTV High Frequency Splitter
Splits all frequencies from a DirecTV dish to allow for multiple SWM multiswitches operating in tandem. You'll also need coax patch cables to use these. Power passing on both legs.
CLICK for splitter and coax cable packages
$6.00 - FREE GROUND SHIPPING

DIRECTV-Approved Diplexer for SWM
DIRECTV-approved diplexer for SWM. Splits satellite signal from CATV and off-air signals.
$12.00 - FREE GROUND SHIPPING

SINGLE-WIRE MULTISWITCH Chassis / Multi-SWM Boxes
SWM Expander
2 Port SWM Expander E2 + Power Supply
Holds two SWM units, and mounts as one unit. Internally splits the 4 KaKu leads to each SWM.
$199.00 - FREE GROUND SHIPPING
4 Port SWM Expander E4 + (2) Power Supplies
Holds up to four SWM units, and mounts as one unit. Internally splits the 4 KaKu leads to each unit.
$249.00 - FREE GROUND SHIPPING
Six-SWM DIRECTV Chassis with Three Power Supplies
Six-SWM Chassis + (3) Power Supplies
Holds up to six SWM units, and mounts as one unit. Internally splits the 4 KaKu leads to each unit. Includes three power supplies necessary to power six SWMs (with redundant power).
$625.00 - FREE GROUND SHIPPING
SINGLE-WIRE MULTISWITCH Amplifiers and Polarity Lockers
SWM Inline Amplifier with Power Supply
Installs after SWM (between SWM and receiver) to extend permissible distances. Passes 2MHz signal, as required by DIRECTV. SWM wiring diagrams with Inline Amplifier
$69.00 - FREE GROUND SHIPPING
DIRECTV Polarity Locker with Power Supply
Locks LNBs from a DIRECTV dish (and up to two additional dishes). Ideal in situations in which a SWM (or SWM chassis) is a long distance from the dish. Installs between SWM and dish.
$179.00 - FREE GROUND SHIPPING
DIRECTV Adjustable Amplifier with LEDs and Power Supply
Installs between polarity locker and SWM (or SWM chassis) and boosts the signal to the SWM.
$249.00 - FREE GROUND SHIPPING

Features:

  • Provides eight (8) channels for supporting up to 8 DIRECTV satellite tuners
  • Built-in diplexer automatically combines off-air signals with DIRECTV satellite signals onto a single wire
  • With a SWM, only ONE LINE is connected into the back of an HD DVR. The satellite 2 input is NOT USED and two tuners are available from that single line.
  • Suitable for both indoor and outdoor use.
  • Supports six (6) LNB inputs, for 5LNB HD dish, plus two Flex Ports (95 sat and 72.5 sat)
  • DIRECTV-branded and approved power supply included
  • B-Band converters are NOT used with receivers connected to SWM
  • Maximum total distance from SWM to receiver: 300' max run with 1x2 splitter; 250' max run with 1x4 splitter; 200' max run with 1x8 splitter.


    Compatible With:

  • HR20/HR21/HR22 HD DVR Receivers
  • H20/H21/H22/H23 HD Receiver
  • H20 w/ .2042 Firmware Update
  • D12 / D13
  • R16 / R22 / R23
  • Other DIRECTV receivers (up to 3 tuners--uses "legacy" ports)

    Specifications:
  • Number of Input Ports: 6 Satellite & 1 Off-Air Antenna
  • DC Power: Power Supply (24Vdc, 2.1A)
  • Dimensions: LxWxH mm 167x145x35
  • Weight: 1.1 lbs
  • Operating temperature range: C -34 to +52 (-29 to 125.6F)

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