Recent content by DrJ

Thanks for the feedback guys. I did disconnect and reconnect the cables with no effect. I have a fairly old TV so I am using the composite (red, yellow, white ) cables. My TV doesn't accept the newer type of cable connector. It isn't a big problem since it only happens every 2-3 weeks and I...

I have been experiencing a problem with one of my Directv boxes. Sorry I don't know the model but it is a fairly basic box (no HD) with a DVR. The problem is that occasionally the TV screen will go "wavy" (for lack of a better description) and then the screen will just go black. If I push the...

Newbie Multiswitches...inputs...outputs...I'm lost. I guess a techno-dweeb like me should just call the service guy before I really screw something up:confused: Thanks a lot for trying to help though...I really do appreciate it.

Newbie jdspencer...I am not sure what model number my receiver is. I went looking for the paperwork but couldn't find it right now. The one I am having trouble with is not the HD but it does have a DVR. The HD receiver is in my son's room and he says his only problem is with one...

Newbie Thanks for reply Raoul. I'm not sure about checking my satellite numbers. I went into menu > setup and satellite and I get 32 transponders on 101-degrees with strengths from 88 to 97 but 3 are zero. If I go to signal meter, it shows 2 tuners and both are at 95%. Don't know if this makes...

I am pretty much a newbie to DIRECTV and am technically challenged. I have recently noticed a problem and was wondering if it is normal or something I should call my provider about. Basically, lately I have been getting brief pixelations and a message saying the signal is lost or something like...

Thanks William1...I will give that a try.

I recently came back to D* and installed three receivers (1 standard, 1 DVR, and 1 HD DVR). The standard and the DVR work fine but I have a problem with the HD DVR (HR-22). The time in the upper left of the guide is incorrect (one hour behind). Also, the shows in the guide are aired at the...