Recent content by SoMDStargazer

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    Pricing Update from Dish Network

    Jeez Louise! I'm beginning to think Crapcast wasn't so bad after all! But I've decided to try and stick it out with the E* Sharks. I think. Got about 8 more hours before I can cancel on a new installation. Help me decide. All this talk about new pricing has me a litttle bit nervous. When...
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    The Dish Network Install from Hell

    Okay since you guys have been so helpful. I thought I'd share the letter I jst sent to the CEO. As i indicated in the letter I wnat to give them a chance to fix the situation but I won't compromise on what I want for the install. Keep in mind there are a lot of unstated facts about the...
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    The Dish Network Install from Hell

    One more thing, I can cancel even after I signed the completion paper? This is good news indeed.
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    The Dish Network Install from Hell

    Let me get this right, are you guys saying I still have 72 hours to cancel the Dish Network service even after they have installed the system? I can have them come down and remove eveything and not have to keep the service for the 2 years????? THIS IS NEWS!!!!!!
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    The Dish Network Install from Hell

    Guys thank you for that insight, that suggestion is worth a lot to me. Never thought of it in all my turmoil. I will craft a letter to him once I calm down.
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    The Dish Network Install from Hell

    I've just been through what can only be termed a true" cluster-you know what" of a Dish network insallation. Oh my god! :rant: The installer lied to me repeatedly from trying to convince me that rca jacks and coax cables would deliver HD to my HD TVs, drilled through the front brick work of my...
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    Urgent Answers Needed Install Going on Now!

    Okay thanks I know I wasn't crazy. He jkeeps saying it's HD it's HD. I'm on the phone with E* tech support now. After theat wilol need to do a little fott putting down.
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    Urgent Answers Needed Install Going on Now!

    Guys, Am I being given the correct information from the Dish tech who is doing my install right now as I write this that: 1. Having 722k installed for 2 HD TVs Both have HDMI plugs. He claims the The coax lead from the 722k will carry the signal to my 2nd TV in HD. Am I losing anything in...
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    Can I Extra Local Channels with that?

    Okay got it. I will know more this Saturday after the install. And now I will make the long awaited Comcas cancellation call. Oh Joy!
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    Can I Extra Local Channels with that?

    Thanks for the quick response. BTW I'm still learning about the Dish Network system and have heard referrals to the locations. Just what does that mean: 61.5 location? Thanks again.
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    Can I Extra Local Channels with that?

    Hi Guys, I just signed up for Dish Network and they will be out to install on this weekend. I am so exited to finally give Comcast the drop kick! :cool: I have a quick question or two: Doing the sign up the site listed my zip code as Washington DC/Hagerstown MD region. I know this means I will...
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    Smee! Don't talk me out of it, talk me out of it, Smee!

    This just in.... it's Dish by a mile Just wanted to let you guys know I went with E* today. Took the 2 year contract and 2 Single HD rcvrs and 1 dual HD DVR rcvr and the Classic Gold 250 plus extra HD. Also found a coupon for extra $5 off per month. The install is scheduled for this...
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    Smee! Don't talk me out of it, talk me out of it, Smee!

    And the winner is..... Just wanted to let you guys know I went with E* today. Took the 2 year contract and 2 Single HD rcvrs and 1 dual HD DVR rcvr and the Classic Gold 250 plus extra HD. Also found a coupon for extra $5 off per month. The install is scheduled for this Saturaday am. I...
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    Smee! Don't talk me out of it, talk me out of it, Smee!

    Thanks for that. I missed that one good huh? LOL :rolleyes: