Recent content by beedeejay

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    HOPPER 3 UPGRADE WAITING LIST!

    I would like to have a Hopper 3 Upgrade.
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    Surge Protectors - Use Them or Not?

    My protector is a MDP 900. There is a MDP 900 on Monster's web site.
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    Surge Protectors - Use Them or Not?

    I use a Monster MDP 900 surge protector with my 722K. The protector has a dedicated HomePlug outlet for the 722. I use a Netgear ethernet bridge which is connected to my router. The set-up works fine.
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    I have a 622 receiver, can I get a newer model for free?

    The offer was unsolicited. They did not offer an option on the installation. The installation was done the day after responded to the mailing.
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    I have a 622 receiver, can I get a newer model for free?

    A "Gift" From DISH I received a "Thank You Gift" offer from DISH; a free DVR upgrade and 3 months Starz free. I opted for the DVR upgrade. A DISH installer arrived yesterday with a 722K as an upgrade for my 622. The cost to me; $15.00 for the service call (I have the $6.00/mo service plan)...
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    Dish sending another 722 but told not to plug into surge protector!

    Monster has surge protectors that are HomePlug compatible. I am using one with my 622, and it works fine.
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    HomePlug Surge Suppressor

    I have tried unsuccessfully for over a year to purchase a HomePlug compatible surge suppressor to use with my 622. The TII HNP6xts and the Belkin F9M23-08GRY-PL are not available at retail. Monster has come to the rescue with several models that have a HomePlug compatible outlet. I purchased...
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    Adding a third tv

    Purchase a RF-Link AVS-5811 from Amazon ($117.71). Connect it to one of your receivers, and it will transmit picture and audio to your third TV. I use one on my 622, and it sends clear picture and sound to a 1988 Heatkit TV that I have in my exercise room.
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    Adding a third tv

    Purchase a RF-Link AVS-5811 from Amazon ($117.71). It will send picture and audio from one of your receivers to the third TV. I use one with my 622, and it transmits a very clear signal to a 1988 Heathkit TV that I have in my exercise room.
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    new software for 622

    I have had L612 and "I Am Legend" on my 622 for at least the last two days.
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    More 722 Ethernet Questions

    TII network technologies, inc. has been mentioned several times. They offer a satellite home networking protector, HNP6-X-T-S and a HomePlug ethernet bridge, HNX-ET. This appears to be and ideal combo for connecting a 622 or 722 to a home network. The problem is they do not sell retail. Does...
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    External HD results: Drives Working Properly

    Purchased this external drive at Staples on "Black Friday" for $79.98 after rebates: Maxtor One Touch 4 - 500GB (STM305004OTA3E1-RK); 16MB cache Plugged it in to my 622 and it worked without problems. No on/off switch, and it has a bright front light which I covered with a piece of black tape.