Watching FTA and DN , one receiver?

damas9963 · #1 (**permalink**) 06-08-2007, 02:42 PM

I have both DN ( Super dish http://sadoun.com/Sat/Products/Dishn.../SuperDISH.jpg ) and FTA ( Intelsat America 5 ) how can I watch both sat's ( actually 4 sat's 110-119-121 and 97) on one receiver ( Viewsat Ultra Viewsatusa.com - Introducing the VS2000).
To watch 97.0 W :Standard linear KU LNB mounted with Rotor ( SG 2100 http://sadoun.com/Sat/Installation/i...2100_motor.jpg), Veiwsat ultra
For DN: I have the DN original Installation done by DN people ( Super Dish 121 :
Dish Pro Legacy twin LNB for 110-119 Dish Network DishPro Twin KU LNBF,
and DishPro LNB for 121 http://sadoun.com/Sat/Products/Dishn...ishProTwin.jpg
with DP34 Switch Dish Network DishPRO DP34 Switch)

What switch I will need to combine the signals that are coming thru the 2 cables, from the 2 different antenas...I used a multiswitch ( 2 sats to 4 recivers, one like this: http://sadoun.com/Sat/Order/Switches/IMG_4114.JPG ) ...but won't work, I can either get 97, or DN but not both at the same time.....It will be nice if someone has the answer in diagram if possible..
Thanx

pmb1010 · #2 (**permalink**) 06-08-2007, 03:30 PM

seems like a lot of work to hook up a viewsat receiver to dishnetwork antenna, to get 3 or 4 "welcome to dishnetwork" slides, dont you think?

elgemcdlf · #3 (**permalink**) 06-08-2007, 03:34 PM

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Originally Posted by pmb1010

seems like a lot of work to hook up a viewsat receiver to dishnetwork antenna, to get 3 or 4 "welcome to dishnetwork" slides, dont you think?

I like those screens

Seriously though you first need to install a Dish Network receiver for the DN sats and have an active sub. Why motorize a stationary dish?

vj9999 · #4 (**permalink**) 06-08-2007, 11:16 PM

If you have an existing Dn subscription, stick with it. If you are attempting to get DN with the receiver you specified, you are attempting something illegal (read the rules).

If you still want to give it a try, here is your diagram:

rainman · #5 (**permalink**) 06-09-2007, 07:25 AM

good one VJ I love the diagram very informative.

damas9963 · #6 (**permalink**) 06-09-2007, 11:43 PM

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Originally Posted by vj9999

If you have an existing Dn subscription, stick with it. If you are attempting to get DN with the receiver you specified, you are attempting something illegal (read the rules).

If you still want to give it a try, here is your diagram:

You would think a moderator to be more helpful...But probably not on sadoun site..I'll find the answers somewhere else..and you can keep Paris..

vj9999 · #7 (**permalink**) 06-10-2007, 12:00 AM

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Originally Posted by damas9963

You would think a moderator to be more helpful...But probably not on sadoun site..I'll find the answers somewhere else..and you can keep Paris..

Why would I be more helpful if you are violating the forum rules and attempting a crime? that would make me an accomplice.

I am willing to be more than helpful if you have a legit question.

I offered you two advices. serious advice in case I misunderstood your question and a sarcastic advice in case you are violating rules.

I am still giving you a benefit of a doubt. You mentioned that your DN setup was set up by Dish Network. That's why I am assuming that you have a valid Dish Network subscription. Keep in mind that even if you are a legitimate subscriber attempting to view programming with an unauthorized receiver that Dish Network has not activated is still a violation and illegal.

Just trying to be helpful I guess.

damas9963 · #8 (**permalink**) 06-10-2007, 09:58 PM

[quote=vj9999;47072]Why would I be more helpful if you are violating the forum rules and attempting a crime? that would make me an accomplice.

And why assume the worst...I'm simply trying to get the SUBSCRIBED dish net and the FTA in one reciever, that DN said they could activate...and I'm trying to configure it myself so don't have to pay them to come over and do it...

vj9999 · #9 (**permalink**) 06-10-2007, 10:14 PM

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Originally Posted by damas9963

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Originally Posted by vj9999

Why would I be more helpful if you are violating the forum rules and attempting a crime? that would make me an accomplice.

And why assume the worst...I'm simply trying to get the SUBSCRIBED dish net and the FTA in one reciever, that DN said they could activate...and I'm trying to configure it myself so don't have to pay them to come over and do it...

Because I have been around here alot longer than you. Same/similar questions have been asked in the past and turned out to be a cover up for somebody trying to steal service.

To answer your original question. Dish Network receiver can only receive Dish Network programming. The receiver you mentioned is only intended for FTA programming. Trying to use it in any other way (and I'm not saying if it is possible or not) even if you do legally subscribe to Dish Network programming is illegal.

pmb1010 · #10 (**permalink**) 06-10-2007, 10:14 PM

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Originally Posted by damas9963

that DN said they could activate [non dn equipment...]

wow... that would be the first I've ever heard in years -- that DN would activate a Viewsat receiver. That is a 1st.

Please post your authorization letter or documentation.

vj9999 · #11 (**permalink**) 06-10-2007, 10:17 PM

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Originally Posted by damas9963

I'm simply trying to get the SUBSCRIBED dish net and the FTA in one reciever, that DN said they could activate...

Whoever you talked to at Dish Network lied to you. Dish Network will not activate/authorize a receiver that is not issued by them.

damas9963 · #12 (**permalink**) 06-10-2007, 10:29 PM

Well thanx for everyones advice and concerns and replies.....
For those who looked into this thread looking for the answer...here it is:

vj9999 · #13 (**permalink**) 06-10-2007, 10:49 PM

And if the receiver you are hooking it up to is what you said it is, you are breaking the law.

Goodbye. Thread closed.

Iceberg · #14 (**permalink**) 06-10-2007, 11:26 PM

yep. He was a hacker

Its always funny how they generalize questions and dodge our questions

Kinda like taking your car to the shop and say "it doesnt work...fix it"