Forum Discussion

Like2Travel's avatar
Like2Travel
Explorer
Sep 15, 2013

Directv SWM SL3 System Not getting Signal on 103

I have Directv at home with two HR24 DVRs. They are non-SWM using a SL3. When I take my RV off, I take one of the DVRs with me. In the RV, I have a SL3 dish with a tripod. This system is SWM. I have ...
schneid's avatar
schneid
Explorer
Sep 15, 2013
A slimline can have and SL3 or or SL5 LNB array and be SWM or non-SWM. Depends on the age of the install and the locale. All new HD installs are SWM as the newer receivers are SWM only. I think the days of having multiple DVR's will be gone soon too. Just a one Genie and clients.

If you taking a home box on the road, it is best to duplicate your home setup. You know that works. Mixing and matching introduces gotchas. Fine if you know and understand what you are doing.

About RV Must Haves

Have a product you cannot live without? Share it with the community!8,803 PostsLatest Activity: Dec 30, 2025