Will two iTunes libraries work on Apple TV?

I'm struggling to understand how iTunes purchases work on my apple TV?  I have a huge library and want to split it into two.  One on an external HD and one on my Mac.  Apple TV streams what is in my iTunes library, correct?  So if I'm home sharing one library on my computer, do I have to swap libraries to access what's on my Hard Drive on Apple TV?

Yes, if you have split up your library in the manner that you say, you will not be able to see both halves of it at the same time.

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