Wouldn’t it be nice if you could just have one power supply for everything? It’s not quite to that point, but almost every DIRECTV box uses the same power adapter. This makes it very easy to keep a spare on hand.
DIRECTV went to external power adapters on their equipment after they discovered that bad power supplies were the #1 reason for equipment failure. Keeping the power supplies separate makes it easy to fix things in the field. While your average person would probably not know to do this, commercial customers absolutely like this capability.
Most DIRECTV equipment could be powered by USB-C, but you would need to supply 18 watts. That means most inexpensive power supplies wouldn’t work, and that might mean people could potentially have equipment that didn’t work.
The one power supply you need for (almost) everything
This DIRECTV EPS10 is the most common power supply for DIRECTV equipment. Look at the impressive array of parts you can power with one of these (of course you need a separate power supply for each.)
- Broadband DECA
- Wireless Genie HD Client
- Genie HD Client
- C61K 4K Genie Client
- H25 Receiver
- H26K Commercial Receiver
- Gemini for Satellite
- Wireless Video Bridge
In other words, nearly everything you use.
Other common power supplies
The EPS44 is the power supply for most DIRECTV DVRs today. It powers the H44 Genie, HR44 Genie, and HR54 Genie and carries a little more power than the standard EPS10.
The EPS17 power adapter is used for the HS17 Genie 2 and nothing else.
The PI29Z Power Inserter is used if you don’t want to power your dish using your DVR, or if you have an external multiswitch. It’s a common sight in DIRECTV households. There was an older version with a black outer shell. This power inserter replaces that version too.
This power supply is designed for the Gemini Air. It’s a more or less standard 1.5 amp USB-C power supply. It’s not available for sale but most likely any 1.5 amp USB power supply should work. I tested this theory in this article and found I was able to use a variety of power supplies. Even better, if you use the wrong power supply on your Gemini, you’ll get a message on screen. Just remember, using the non-DIRECTV power supply may void your warranty.
Shop for all the parts you need
Of course, SolidSignal.com is your source for all the DIRECTV accessories and parts you need. We do offer “will call” servicee from our Novi, Michigan facility, but in case you’re not within easy driving distance, you might want to order a spare power supply and keep it on the shelf just in case. That way you won’t miss a moment of television because you’re waiting on shipping!
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I have a Directv setup with SWM. Once or twice a day I get a 775 error. I disconnect the cable that is attached to the “Power to SWM” connector on the Power Inserter. Then connect it again – everything is fine. This drives me crazy – what is the culprit here?
More often than not this means you’ll need to replace the multiswitch or LNB (if you don’t have a multiswitch.) It can also mean the connector at the power inserter needs to be replaced but that’s rarer.
Thank you for your advice.