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    Soon to be new DVT customer...

    So, as part of the ATT/Time Warner merger I will soon become a DirecTV customer, moving after over 15yrs with Dish. I am in the Atlanta area; can anyone tell me what equipment I might receive?I'm assuming a Genie, but what is the latest model? And will the installer will be able to use the same...
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    Really dumb install question...

    I have a 2-hopper + joey coming. Current system is 2- 722s, one with the second tuner feeding an SD TV in an upstairs bedroom. The problem is the bedroom is a complete mess, and I would be embarrassed as hell to let an installer in there. Yes, the easy solution is to clean up but long story...
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    Hopper upgrade - equipment question

    Trying to decide on equipment - can someone tell me the advantages of a Hopper+Joey+SuperJoey vs. 2 Hoppers+2 Joeys? Thanks... Forgot to add I have an OTA attic antenna and will want a 4-tv (3 now, adding soon) setup. I assume I'll have to splurge for the OTA module. Also, how is PIP handled...
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    Question about External HD when upgrading to Hopper

    Hi all, I am planning on upgrading my 2 722s. I do not presently have the EHD enabled on either receiver; what do I have to do to transfer all the recordings off my two receivers when I transfer? Is there still a charge to enable the EHD? Is there a way this can be waived for a one-time...
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    Upgrade options / receiver question

    Hi guys - Looking for some feedback. Currently have: 942 (1 tv ), 510 and 501 Current charges: DIGITAL HOME PLAN WITH AMERICA'S TOP 200, 2 RECEIVERS 57.99 DISH NETWORK DVR SERVICE FEE 11.96 DISH NETWORK HD PACKAGE 9.99 HBO14.99 LEASED RECEIVER FEE 5.00 LOCALS 0.00...
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    942 reboot question - how?

    Just upgraded to the 942 a few weeks ago. Can someone tell me how to perform both soft & hard reboots? I'm pretty sure a soft involves holding the power button for a few seconds, but I'd like to know how long & what to look for (i.e. front panel lights). Also, what are the dangers of...
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    942 - Record 3 shows at once?

    Newbie with a 942: I thought I read in a FAQ somewhere that this was possible, but I can't figure out if it is. Has anyone done it? Thanks...:o
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    942 connection question

    My current setup: (1) 301 - bedroom (1) 501 - family room (1) 811 and (1) 510 - TV room I think I've got a quad switch... I'm not really sure exactly how these are connected (the dish is high up on my roof), but I've got two seperate lines feeding the 811 and 510 My 942 is coming this week...
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    942 connection question

    Moved to DVR thread
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    942 Option?

    My current setup is as follows: (1) 301 upstairs bedroom (1) 508 family room (1) 510 & (1) 811 feeding 1 HDTV in living room My hope is to lose the 508 and 811, move the 510 to the family room & lease a 942 to feed HD & SD into the HDTV. I'm on the DHA plan and upgraded to the 811 last...
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    Atlanta area

    Looking for people with Charter in NE Atlanta area - impressions? Is an HD-DVR available yet? Thanks...