The EMP-Centauri S8/2PCN-W2 (P.167-W) contains two independent 4-way DiSEqC switches in one weather-resistant enclosure. It allows two receivers or two tuners to select independently from up to four satellite positions.
The switch provides a total of eight satellite inputs and two receiver outputs. It is particularly suitable for use with up to four Twin LNBs. One output from each Twin LNB connects to switch branch 1, while the second output connects to switch branch 2.
Each receiver controls its own switch branch using DiSEqC 1.0 or 2.0 with port selections A, B, C and D. Both receivers can therefore select satellite positions independently.
This integrated solution provides a cleaner installation than two separate switches and reduces the number of individual components mounted close to the dish. The robust protective enclosure is suitable for outdoor installation.
✅ Product Benefits
Two independent 4-way DiSEqC switches in one enclosure
Eight satellite inputs and two receiver outputs
Supports up to four satellite positions
Two receivers or tuners can operate independently
Designed for three or four Twin LNBs
Supports DiSEqC 1.0 and 2.0
Switching through Position and Option commands
Maximum insertion loss of 4 dB
At least 25 dB isolation between satellite inputs
DC pass up to 400 mA per receiver branch
Powered by the connected receivers
Robust weather protection for outdoor mounting
More compact than installing two separate switches
🎯 Ideal For
Two satellite receivers in the same home
One receiver with two separate satellite tuners
PVR receivers requiring two independent feeds
Three or four Twin LNBs
Reception from up to four satellite positions
Linux and Enigma2 receivers
Homes, apartments and holiday properties
Systems where two users require independent satellite selection
Weather-protected mounting close to the satellite dish
🔧 Connection and Operation
Each satellite position must provide two independent LNB outputs, normally from a Twin LNB:
Connect the first output from each Twin LNB to the corresponding SAT input on switch branch 1.
Connect the second output from the same Twin LNB to the corresponding SAT input on switch branch 2.
Connect output 1 to receiver or tuner 1.
Connect output 2 to receiver or tuner 2.
The same satellite position must use the same DiSEqC port on both branches. For example, if Astra is connected to port A on the first branch, Astra must also be connected to port A on the second branch.
Assign the satellites to DiSEqC ports A, B, C and D in each receiver’s antenna settings.
Disconnect power from both receivers before installation. For outdoor mounting, position the F connectors facing down and protect all connections against moisture.
🔌 Connections
| Switch branch | Inputs | Output |
|---|
| Branch 1 | SAT A1, B1, C1 and D1 | Receiver/tuner 1 |
| Branch 2 | SAT A2, B2, C2 and D2 | Receiver/tuner 2 |
📡 Example with Four Twin LNBs
| Satellite position | Twin LNB output 1 | Twin LNB output 2 |
|---|
| Satellite A | Port A on branch 1 | Port A on branch 2 |
| Satellite B | Port B on branch 1 | Port B on branch 2 |
| Satellite C | Port C on branch 1 | Port C on branch 2 |
| Satellite D | Port D on branch 1 | Port D on branch 2 |
Both receivers can select any connected satellite position independently.
⚙️ Technical Specifications
Product type: Dual 4-way DiSEqC switch
Manufacturer: EMP-Centauri
Model: S8/2PCN-W2
Product designation: P.167-W
Configuration: 8 inputs and 2 outputs
Independent switch branches: 2
Satellite inputs per branch: 4
Total satellite inputs: 8
Receiver outputs: 2
Satellite positions: Up to 4
Receivers/tuners: Up to 2
Recommended LNB type: Twin LNB
SAT input frequency range: 950–2300 MHz
Output frequency range: 950–2300 MHz
Control: DiSEqC 1.0 and 2.0
DiSEqC commands: Position and Option
Insertion loss: 4 dB maximum
Isolation between SAT inputs: 25 dB minimum
Power consumption: Approximately 35 mA at 18 V from each receiver, plus LNB
Power supply: From the connected receivers
DC pass: 400 mA maximum per receiver branch
Connections: F-type
Impedance: 75 Ω
Operating temperature: −30 to +70 °C
Dimensions: Approximately 11.2 × 11.2 × 4.9 cm
Installation: Indoor or outdoor
Weather protection: Yes
Price: SEK 295
Availability: In stock for immediate delivery
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