Best meter for Dish Network 1000.2 installer

[alohasat]

I've been trying to gain this information through searching through the forums, but am still not clear which meter is best to purchase.

Sathawk 5000 versus Birdog v4.0

Does the Birdog have issues with the LNB's on the 1000.2 or what is the real issue with using it?

What disadvantages, if any, do you get by buying the sh5000 versus the birdog?

Can someone please just give me the final word on this?

Thanks,
alohsat

[Sadoun]

Both will work fine with 1000.2.

SH5000 will allow you to modify and create custom datasets.

[alohasat]

Good to know the final word.

Thanks,
alohasat

[alohasat]

So Sadoun,

Are you saying that you still need to hookup a receiver when using the sh5000 like you do with the birdog?

Here's a quote from the birdog website. It sounds like it's a hassle when compared to doing it without a receiver.

"Alignment of Dish Network’s Dish Pro Plus:

Due to the high current consumption of the Dish Pro Plus LNBF, the recommended way to align the Dish Pro Plus is to temporarily install the previous version LNBF (Dish Pro twin or quad LNBF) for dish alignment, then simply swap the LNBF components after securing the dish. In circumstances where this is not possible, it is recommended that a receiver be connected to the LNB to provide additional power.

It is required that a receiver be connected when aligning the Dish 1000.2. It is also required if the Dish 1000 has the 3rd LNB (129 West) connected to the Dish Pro Plus LNB."

Is it REALLY required that you have a receiver hooked up? Does the sh5000 need this or is it plug and play?

Thanks again,
alohasat

[Sadoun]

Wit the Sh5000 you don't need a receiver connected. It will handle the DishPro Plus current draw fine.