Recent content by climo

I had the same problem but only once so far. Changed the channel to view my local HD's and then the screen went into the searching for signal. All my locals were gone from the guide and no picture. My solution was to reset the H20 via the red button. After that I re-scanned the locals and...

Are there any codes for the HD DVR? I'm looking to upgrade.:)

I was wondering the same also. I have my native turned off because as you stated it takes a few extra seconds to switch channels. Besides I have not been able to notice any improvement by turning it on. I surf channels alot and those extra seconds can get annoying.

Dragon or Charper...could you post what the signal strengths should be when viewing from the H20? How about a min and max that way we can tell if our signal is acceptable? We know it reads lower than normal but w/o a meter we can never be sure. Just an idea. ;) Edit....thanks dragon you beat...

Yeah I thought it was going to take longer to setup the new dish but this guy knew what he was doing. It would of taken me almost all day to set it up but this is why I chose to have it installed. Just sit back and watch. So far so good. I have not been able to notice any signs of an audio...

Ok today was the big day that I jumped into the fire of what we call High-Definition! Was waiting 2 weeks for this H20 install and hoped all would go well. I've read many horror stories about botched installs and the like so I was a little nervous from the start. Here's my findings. *My...

I've noticed most of the AT9 installs in my area are done without adding any of the support arms you speak of. They are mounted on top of the roof over the eves with lag bolts only. I'm a little worried that my installer (this sat) may do the same and not add the support arms. Can I 'suggest' he...

Since I don't have my H20 installed yet I cannot comment on the sync problems just yet. I was poking around in the menus of my new LCD TV and found that I have an AV Sync feature. It offers Off/1/2/3 as my choices. I guess these may cure any AV sync issues. Hopefully. Check to see if you're TV...

Directv will be installing my AT9 next saturday. :up Since I have the oval dish and coax about 8-9 years old....would it be to my advantage to swap out the existing coax with some solid copper coax? The existing coax is probably copper clad steel. Or is new coax part of the installation of the...

Ok so we know what a FREE install consists of.....errr..doesn't consist of.:) what about a $99 install? I have Directv installing my AT9 in 2 weeks. Since I'm paying for the install can I get some custom work out of the deal?:confused: I also need the tech to go into the attic for the coax...

Yeah you may be right on the 2 year deal. The example I was looking at included the standard receiver and not the HD unit. I'll find out tomorrow when I call. Should be an interesting conversation.:devil:

Wow it seems like you guys are getting some great deals on the H20 and new AT9 dish. I'm guessing it comes with a 2 year contract because of all the rebates. I was hoping for a 1 year deal instead. Have any of you worked out a 1 year with the CSR's? I guess I will call them and see what kind...

I fit this profile. Just bought a new 50" LCD HDTV and I have a feeling Directv will not be able to satisfy me. Looking at the host of HD prog. over at Dish makes me want to switch over. Like everyone else I'm looking for the one with the most to offer and lowest upfront fees. I need a new...

Ok, I'm in the same boat as a few others here and before I pull the trigger I have some questions. Excellent forum by the way!! I was thinking about purchasing a new H20 receiver from my local BB (they have the H20-600 models.) Since I'm an existing customer once I activate the HD package I...