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    DirecTV and Smart TV's

    I guess my core question would really be, 'Do I need a newer Genie based DirecTV device to make the most of my Smart TV or will my HR-22/24 serve the purpose?'.
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    DirecTV and Smart TV's

    The Internet connection is really not a problem in the sense that I have a wired connection (via a switch/router setup) to all my devices around my TV (PS3, XBOX 360, DirecTV box, etc.) A youtube video showcasing the tv, shows that it has features which let you see: - how many minutes of shows...
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    DirecTV and Smart TV's

    I currently have an older 46 inch Sony which I am planning on replacing with a 60 inch Samsung Smart TV (Samsung UN60F8000). I am hoping you guys can give me some help with my question(s): - I have never had a Smart TV before and am not sure how the integration with DirecTV (or any other...
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    2 HD DVR's in Whole Home DVR?

    You guys have any experience or opinions on this setup? I have a HR-22 and standard receiver now. I am looking to get a new 3rd receiver and also get the Whole Home DVR setup in my house. Thinking of getting a HR-24 for my basement (as my new 3rd receiver in the house) and swapping out...
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    Which HD Receiver?

    Thanks for the advice guys. So when I call DTV for the H24 HD receiver do I need to 'negotiate' a price or is it going to be a flat $99?
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    Which HD Receiver?

    Ah thanks. Well there goes that theory then. Guess I will have to call Directv and see if what they can offer me a new HD Receiver for. Guess it will be $100 but what really stinks is the $6/month fee.
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    Moved House no line of sight now I have too wait

    Hate to be the bearer of bad news but the supervisor in my case DID NOT come with any hardware. He could not perform the install but set it up for a week later.
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    Which HD Receiver?

    Oh really? Darn. I was of the impression that If I bought it I would not need to pay the 'lease' fee as they put it in my bill. In that case is there really a point in buying it outright as opposed to leasing it? I mean outside of the contract that you tag along with the leasing. At least with...
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    Moved House no line of sight now I have too wait

    I feel your pain but unfortunately this is how it works. About 2-3 years back I decided I wanted HD (upgrade from SD) and was told there was no LOS. 2 Supervisor visits in a month confirmed this. I was told by the 2nd supervisor that I would have to wait about a year till DTV is done with its...
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    Which HD Receiver?

    I currently have a HR-22 in my living room and a standard receiver (not sure of model #) in my bedroom. Both of those receivers are leased. I am interested in running a DTV line to my basement (man cave?) so that I can watch tv while working on the PC. I do not have a line running to the...
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    Slimline 3 LNB Dish

    Do you guys think its a good idea for me to call the Local Installer and ask him if I buy my own Slimline 3 LNB, will they install it for me? Thanks. -Akshay
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    Slimline 3 LNB Dish

    Ah .. so unless I am being a doofis, the SL5 will be trying to get a signal from 110/119 even if it is configured as a SL3. Which means I am going to end up having the problems with the DirecTV guide that some other users have mentioned. Is there a way around this? Thanks. -Akshay
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    Slimline 3 LNB Dish

    Oh! So essentially if you have a SL5 dish but the software has an option to select SL3 then everything should be ok? Am I understanding this correctly? Thanks. -Akshay
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    Slimline 3 LNB Dish

    Well .. I sure am hoping that a 5 LNB dish works without LOS to 110/119. I guess it depends on what the Tech. decides, even though the Field Supervisor pretty much told me that this should work fine. I have read about a few problems with the guide(s) being on 110/119 and me having problems...
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    Slimline 3 LNB Dish

    Hey rad, Just got off the phone with their Field Supervisor. Now what he told me did not match up with the Tech. guy who has been coming over for LOS or Installs. He basically said that I am fine with a Slimline 5 LNB and I should get HD no problem except that the only channel I cant get is the...
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