Thank you for helping me with the terminology... I'm sure I'll be up to speed in no time! :)

Okay, I admit to being a neophyte here... a couple more questions if you don't mind. 1) what are / is HWSes? and 2) I still need the DPH42 switch and accessories as shown in the diagrams... right? Have a good evening!

Thank you so much for the wiring pics... they're great.

Thanks so much for the assist re/Hopper-3's! How do I find the posts noted in other folks posts? :)

I'm trying to connect two (2) Hopper-3's and a Joey on one account. I currently have one Hopper-3, but as mentioned would like to add the other equipment to support additional TV's without having to share my hard drive or tuners. From what I've found so far, I'm going to need a DPH42 switch, old...