Recent content by jovach

As I understand it, I can get only one 622 from Dish, and a 211 when I upgrade. I already have the HD televisions (4) and now I can't get the receivers to use them? I have been waiting for HD since I bought a Sony XBR HD 8 yrs ago (I finally sold it, never having watched an HD program on it)...

Sounds like if you want quality HD E* is the way to go for the short term. But if I understand correctly, E* is going to eventually downrez that programing when they switch it to MPEG 4.

So ... once again customer service doesn't have a clue. Since you have both, which do you prefer?

After being told by my local Dish provider that I do not qualify for the Dish-it-up because they did not install my Dish and that I do not qualify as a new customer because they currently provide my service (which they installed 4 yrs ago) I have had enough. Called Direct and can get two mpeg 4...

I am trying to verify the HD/HDlite statement and will post if I get anything definitive. I would appreciate any recommendations on the equipment as I know very little about Direct equipment.

Saying goodbye to Dish - Hello Direct. I need two HD DVRs, one HD, and one DTV. Customer service says 119.00 per mo for everything Direct has to offer. Installation in 3 days, mpeg 4 HD DVR's and HD receiver. My local Dish outlet has told me that I do not qualify for the Dish-it-up because they...

Vip 211 Upgrade - S/b 222 Sorry about that - I was trying to type VIP 222 but my fingers wanted to type 211.

Vip 211 Upgrade Just Spoke To Dish. The Vip 211 Is Available For A 50.00 Upgrade Fee Plus 5.00 Per Mo For Existing Customers. The 622 Is Not Available At This Time. The 942 Is No Longer In Stock - She Suggested That I Go To My Local Dish Retailer If I Want The 942 (i Am Thinking Lower Upgrade...