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In Sacramento, CA, if I upgrade to new HD package will I get another Dish 500 for the 3rd satellite or a new dish 1000 that can pick up all 3? My concern is having 2 dishes on the side of the house.

Hey folks, I currently have the 811 and I am considering an upgrade to one of the new HD packages. I use component now as my Sony LCD only has 1 DVI input and that is taken up with the DVD player. My question is: is the 211 worth upgrading over the 811? I know that you can get locals in HD...

I currently have the HD package and use an OTA for the locals. Can the 811 get the HD locals that were just released? I have also read on here that folks are receiving some of the newer HD channels on the 811. Is it worth it to upgrade, for me the 811 has never failed. Thanks

What resolution setting should I be using with a 50" Sony LCD, 1080i or 720p? Thanks

For those of you out there using the 811. What do you have the HDTV settings set for? I have a 50" GWIII Sony and the 811 is set at 16:9 1080i, I have read that changing to 720p might make a difference in SD programming. Any truth to this? BTW, the channels all look pretty good now without...

Currently I can get most of the Digital Locals using rabbit ears. Would the Silver Sensor make a difference? I am at most 13 miles from the towers here in Sacramento. Thanks