Recent content by docbog

Leaving DISH for Direct I have been a long time Dish Supporter and early Digital/HD adopter - spent lots of money. I love my NASCAR and College football. SD on new tv sets is unacceptable. In comparative tests picture quality (which I am fussy about) is much better with Direct. I...

I get no program info any of the local digital signals, just "No Information Available". Please note only the local PBS station is broadcasting in HD. The local CBS affiliate has no digital signal at all. The program information for the analog OTA channels at my location (PA) is apparently...

I called in to tonight's Tech Forum with question regarding fix for the 811 "dark video" issue. After being bounced around and waiting, I was connected to a very well informed "Advanced Technical Support" person named Justin. He said they agree there is an issue with dark video on ALL...

My biggest problem with the 811 is poor (actually unacceptable) picture quality on standard digital Dishnet channels. My direct comparison is to 301 receiver. The 301 using standard audio and video (aka composite) gives my Sony 34" XBR 910 an excellent picture quality. The 811 in almost...

I am very disappointed in the SD picture quality from my new JVC 811. I have done various A vs B tests. SD Dishnet program is SIGNIFICANTLY worse compared to my 301 using ALL 811 outputs (except the S video, which from all reports is all that most people are complaining about). Best...

Regarding Audio optical output...... Have you properly selected the Digital Audio ? Choices are (1) PCM, (2) Dolby (3) PCM & Dolby Proper selection depends on your receiver/amplifier spec. I was hoping to give more specific instructions in finding the proper menu, however, I can't...

aperry, You understand exactly what current Dishnet practice is regarding HBO and Showtime HD. Personally, I think they should both be part of the $9.95/month HD Pack. That would be an excellent HDTV marketing move by Dishnet

811 wait list I called E* in early December to order the 811. I was told non available. On 1/9/04 when I called I was put on the famous waiting list and told same as others "3-4 weeks". I have called many times since, each time get same answer "3-4 weeks" As stated before the process...