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    I just order D* and I am wondering if I got the 'right' equipment

    Just placed an order for service and will have the install next Tuesday morning. I asked for an HR34/HR24 and a HD receiver. Is this their top-o-da-line equipment these days? They also said I could receive a $100.00 credit and someone else would also receive if I got there account...
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    Attempting to sign up for Directv and tech question and observation

    Is there a way during setup that prevents a HDSTB from accessing the content on the HR34/24 MRV setup? The CSR was angry with me because she couldn't run my credit due to my security lock and began accusing me of hiding something. Then went into how I SHOULD have to pay all the fee's for...
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    Since PTAT only saves data for up to 8 days...?

    Since PTAT only saves data for up to 8 days and then its over written, what does one do when they go on vacation and they are unable to copy shows over to their personal partition? The only solution I could think of would be to: A. Turn PTAT whilst on vacation and set manual timers...
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    How stable is the HR34? Would you recomend it?

    I am debating with adding a new Directv account OR a Hopper/Joey setup. I am leaning towards D* as this will allow me to get ST. My only concern is the stability of both company's hardware as they are both new. How stable is the HR34 and would you recommend it? (as well as over a Hopper/joey...
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    Hey Scott, could this be your new west coast home?

    For Sale: Nuclear Bomb-Proof Space Station In Carmel Valley - Central Coast News Story - KSBW The Central Coast
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    What is the process/steps for linking and existing Blockbuster account with and existing Dish Networ

    I have had BB online since its inception and have been a Dish Network sub for a 'few' years now. How to I go about linking my two accounts so I can take advantage of Dish's newest offer? Some have said cancel my BB account and reopen it with Dish. If I do that will I get the same as I am...
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    Would there be any VIP software conflict with adding 72.7 to a Wester ARC setup?

    Not sure IF the software can handle it or if anyone has tried the setup before but it might make for redundancy and increased pic quality. Thought comments welcome Cheers
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    Dish is AGAIN saying my purchased reciever is leased!!

    Check your accounts as Dish is again saying that my purchased receivers is leased. This happened the last time they upgraded their online portal and they issue is back. NOT VERY HAPPY
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    Does the Spot beam for the Fresno DMA reach/cover San Jose ?

    Part 1 I want to "move" to the Fresno DMA for the up coming NFL season. Does that DMA's spot beam cover/reach San Jose? ---- Part 2 Assuming it does cover/reach, how does one go about choosing the best address to move to? Thanks -
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    3 questions about NFL ST

    1. Will Direct sell me NFL ST without a programing package? 2. If not what is the least expensive programing I need to get to have NFL ST? 3. How does one "move" so as to get NFL ST game that would still be blacked-out in ones local market?
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    Poor reception Issues in SF Bay Area

    Starting yesterday we began losing channel reception on most of the premium channels like Starz/HBO/SHO. I have WA setup with a 61.5 wing attached to a DPP44 Performed a check switch, hard power cycle and issues remain. Anyone else having issues?
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    Best place to buy quad shielded plenum grad RG6 cable

    I am in the process of pre-wiring a new room at home and would like to know where is the best place to buy cable quad shielded plenum grad RG6 cable. Thank you for your suggestions...
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    914 OTA guide data question

    Is anyone still getting OTA guide data for their 914's? Mine stopped and I was wondering if it was something I did.
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    What would yeild a strong signal a 1000.4 OR two dish 500

    Just moved into a new house and there are two dish 500 already on the roof. I was wondering what would provide a stronger signal using the two existing dish 500's for 110/119 and one for 129 or using a dish 1000.4? Thanks
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    My Dish Network whole home DVR service.....

    Is anyone else using their own hardware to create a whole home DVR service? I have to older pc’s that I was going to decommission but instead upgraded their video cards and now I sling to them and along with a UHF remote, now have a whole home DVR service. The only cost was the video...
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    VPN router recomendations

    I am looking to buy a router with VPN capabilities that has enough throughput to pass HD when doing site to site tunnel. Is there anyone running this setup?
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    HBO - Game of Thrones (No Spoilers)

    Debut on: April 17, 2011 This up coming HBO series is based off the following books but who know how closly they will follow them: A Game of Thrones - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia The official HBO page is here HBO: Game of Thrones: Homepage Political intrigue, infighting and...
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    Starz - Camelot...this could be a good one

    Did anyone catch the sneak peak of the pilot episode a week or so ago? They are telling this all to familiar story from a different angle. Either way, it looks to be a good one IF they don't forget why we seem to love that period so much.... If you saw it, what were you thoughts? Camelot...
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    In Cali on the WA...what should I do with my ole 61.5 dish?

    I am in California and thus on the WA but I still have a dish pointed at 61.5 from back in the day...(boy do i miss early CBS prime time)...anyway I know that I currently get everything avail to me from the WA but I was wondering if there would be / could be any benefit from re-pointing my...
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    Error Message: Remote Access:"Current Box Is Not Initiallised"

    Is anyone else experiencing this of have you seen this and know how to fix it? When I am in Remote Access and attempt to watch either a live show or a DVR show I get the pop up error that says, " Current Box is not Initialized" and the show will not play. Yes I have a sling box and the...
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    Bug:Dish Remote Access:My receiver's Nick Name keeps getting removed

    Is anyone else experience this? When I log into Remote Access the R00# of my receiver is displayed instead of it Nick Name. When I go to preferences, put the Nick Name back it show up, UNTIL I log in again. No matter how many time i change it, it keeps reverting back to the R00#
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    Slingplayer cant find/see Pro HD on my home network. Any advice?

    Just received my PRO-HD and finished setting it up. Its on my network, has an IP address, I can ping it, I can tracert to it and I can telnet to it on port 5001. There are no firewalls or security protocols in place. I have reset it, recycled the power on both the router and the Pro...
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    The Slingbox 700U vs Pro HD whiich one would you buy and why?

    I know the 700u is not out yet but based on what we do know...spec sheets, CES etc what will be the advantages of the 700 over the Pro-HD besides: Connectivity- Simply plug it in your USB and done? And are there any disadvantages known or perceived? Ultimately...if they were both out...
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    Starz - Spartacus:Blood and Sand - Anyone else looking forward to this?

    It premiere Jan 22 on Starz: Spartacus: Blood and Sand :: Starz It's is well reviewed with second season already pick up and for you Xena and BSG fans it co-stars Lucy Lawless as LUCRETIA Like 'Spartacus,' Starz lives by the sword - latimes.com Spartacus: Starz orders 2nd season of...
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    Doctor Who - The Waters of Mars

    The fall special is due out sometime in November and yes, it is in HD now....if you have not seen them yet here are the two trailers floating around: Trailer 1: YouTube - Doctor Who Waters of Mars / End of Time Specials Trailer Comicon trailer: YouTube - Doctor Who The Waters Of Mars ComiCon...