There's really no way to split that one line into more lines. You can split multiple inputs into more, but never one, with that equipment. If you want to record two shows at once, you really need a full second line.

You might as well also get a 3LNB or 5LNB dish while you're doing the work.

Thanks, I just checked with DirecTV and if I order HD service they will install a new 5LNB for free. So it looks like I'll do that for a start.

Thanks for the great information.
Bill

I also have a splitter question:

I am about ready to order a SWM-8 but I am not sure if my current splitter will work. When my house was built a "home theater hub" was installed in the basement to house all of the phone lines / internet / and cable runs. I have looked through numerous sites and forums but cannot find a clear answer on my specific splitter.

I have seen mention that the swm approved splitters have to function down to 2.3Mhz but some people have said their standard splitters handle it just fine.

So, to sum up, I would install the SWM-8 at the dish, run one cable into the house to the power inserter, then run from that to the splitter in the hub.

The specs for my splitter are:

Greyfox Product No.: F7585
UPC: 871744100291
Dimensions: 4.252" x 2.376" x 1.186"
I/O: One input, eight outputs
Connections: Standard F-type connectors
Bandwidth: 5 MHz to 2 GHz
Insertion Loss: -6.5 db +/- 2 average
Current Capacity: Designed for 1 A @ 15 VDC
Maximum Voltage: 60 VDC
Operating Temperature: 32° F to 104° F (0° C to 40° C)
Warranty: 1 year, limited

Does anyone have any knowledge on if this current splitter would work, or do I need to order the STS-4 when I get the SWM-8?

Thanks

Jon

No, you need a SWM splitter that goes down to 2Mhz; that is a return path frequency necessary for the receivers to communicate with the SWM.