Recent content by jwsmartin

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    New Hd Channels Start Time.

    I have heard too many to keep track of. Why is it always 6 am I am hearing? I really don't have a problem waiting. My only problem is the communication with the csr's sucks. I upgraded a couple weeks ago, and I was told the 19th like most. I never even checked the forums. I just figured if...
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    Want to know when D* is launching the new HD Channels?

    Oops, I meant to type "NO Statement". If it is only going to be a one day delay, then they probably wouldn't care to make a statement. Sorry for the confusion. Maybe I need to get some sleep.
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    Want to know when D* is launching the new HD Channels?

    Yeah, but that is a sports lineup channel... what the heck!
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    Want to know when D* is launching the new HD Channels?

    For some reason, I agree with you. I don't know why, but it just seems like it. Channel 499 changes at that time to a different message. I believe they were updating my system tonight, I got a lot of please wait messages. Maybe that is why there was statement from D about the delay. Who...
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    Upgrading to HD: What's the best DirecTV deal?

    The best I could get, and it probably isn't the best, but I suck at negotiating, was $100 off the DVR, 6 months free HD, and $5 credit for 3 months. I was still under contract, though, so it would have cost me a lot to cancel and go to Dish. What I got was the basic package for a new customer...
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    "Please Wait..." Message

    Can you feel the winds of change a blowin'?
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    "Please Wait..." Message

    Something is going on... I can feel it. Maybe by morning. Even though it sucks not getting them today, at least it gives something to look forward to tomorrow. I wonder how long before that gets old.
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    "Please Wait..." Message

    Not sure if this means anything, but in the last couple of hours, my HD dvr has been flashing "please wait... everytime I change a channel, or just at random. It hasn't done this in the past... maybe an update to the guide or software. Any ideas???