Recent content by berck

I got AT&T to come back out and replace the DVR. The installer said that it happens all the time. I should have said something when I saw the first installer working it because I had seen the issue pop up a couple of times, but went away. As a side note, the DVR box actually will put out an R G...

I've had both. I much prefer UVerse's channel line up over anybody else. They have nearly an HD channel for every channel. What I didn't like aobut UVerse was two things... 1) Their DVR box is very sensitive to HDCP issues. When I called about the problem, the tech support guy in India swore up...

Even if the units do this 'auto-reboot', it doesn't seem like it does. My system will still get laggy at times, and the only way to clear it is with a reboot. Heck, last night the unit froze just after two shows started recording and we were watching another channel. Just wouldn't respond to...

Hmm, I know the DVR unit supports 1080p, but my bedroom unit is a 720p. I haven't tried the secondary unit doing 1080p. It's possible that those units don't really support it yet.

A couple of draw backs versus Dish. 1) No pausing of live TV with the additional unit. Plays DVR files just fine until the last five minute. No skipping ahead from that point on. 2) X1 DVR has a much smaller HD inside. We used to be able to store whole seasons of five+ shows with the Hopper...

Try downloading a digital copy from iTunes sometime. I've seen my speeds vary between 30 to 12Mbps. The more I download the slower it goes too. Meanwhile, the speed tests will show that I get a full 50-60Mbps connection. The same test on my parents Charter connection ran at near full bandwidth...

Not an option unless it's another DVR box. You can only pause on recorded shows, on demand, but no live TV.

Yep, I experience this too. I some times forget to do the once a week reboot. Frustrating that they have moved the restart option. I thought they deleted it, but I found Device Settings > Power Preferences. I used to just unplug the power cable at one point because the front power button doesn't...

Yes, lots of times. It's been getting better. I highly suggest rebooting the DVR box at least once a week.

Since they charge $10/month for rental, I highly suggest that you go the ownership method and save the money. They will take care of it for you on the install. If you get a SB6121, you'll be limited to 105Mbps. The 6141 can go up to 150Mbps (maybe faster too). My issue with Comcast's internet...

My initial guess would be a weak signal. I'm aware that some boxes will tell you the signal level received by the box. Now, when they installed my setup, they installed an amplifier. The guy told me it was a known issue and that without it, I would have problems. When I have seen the pixelation...

Looks like you need a reverse polarity TNC type cable. http://www.rushcables.com/RP-TNC-Male-to-RP-TNC-Female-195-Coax-p/ARS-28-115-003.htm?gclid=CjwKEAiAjNemBRCgp_vymcvVym0SJACRp_UZ1mv2BIrXBMWOhz1Q49g_UztqBIR6Egk2aPSpGjaZFRoCl0Xw_wcB

I just saw this. Yes, you can route your internet from the Uverse modem to the Netgear. There is a setting within the Uverse modem. You can also turn the 11n off if you like, but you won't be able to view all the channels through a computer or tablet unless you use the Uverse wifi. Your private...

If you don't mind a refurbished model (you can get the same warranty and AppleCare too), you can save nearly another $100. http://store.apple.com/us/browse/home/specialdeals/mac If you want to buy AppleCare (which I would highly suggest for a refurb), I would get it through B&H Photo. They sell...

1: Don't know. I would just like to get what I've subscribed to, but it appears only Dish has that option. 2: Yes, there is a red dot on the show in the guide on the far left side. You may have to go over 30minutes to see it depending on the length of hte name of the show. 3: Easy is a...