Recent content by sppunk

I, too, am within WGAL's viewing territory (Harrisburg, here). I had no idea this was going on. It'd suck to mod my system any more than it is for OTA but if I have to, I will! My wife barely understands how to work DTV, adding another non-DVR viewing element likely will make her explode. :)

I've had DirecTV since around June (both HD receivers, whole house DVR, HR24 in both rooms, wired internet connection). I've noticed (especially today) my receiver is VERY sluggish to menu commands. I'll push guide (while watching a show) and it takes a good 4-5 seconds to appear. Same when I...

Very strange. I have Comcast here installing my Internet and they won't use the same coax as DirectTV. They're putting another line and plate right next to my existing one (which is where DirecTV is hooked up). So, since do I now just hook up my modem via ethernet to the DECA supplier even...

That worked on the downstairs HR24 (thanks!), but was a no go on the H24. It doesn't have the smart search option, though I did try with the "Search for shows" and select keyword and then 30skip. But no luck. The lag's annoying. :( I guess I'll have to live with it, I was hoping someone with a...

Yes, MRV using a HR24 and a H24. The H24 is where I'm having the lag. I should mention this is happening with both the 30 second skip and the normal fast forward / rewind buttons. Their is a good 4-5 second lag before anything happens when those are pushed (when pushed the screen freezes then...

Hm, I don't see keyword search function anywhere. The only search I see is Smart Search which searched programs and interactive areas of DTV. I tried that but it of course searched only shows and brought up no results. Where can I find the menu you are seeking? (I looked in my manuals and the...

My HR24 is downstairs and the H24 is upstairs. When I'm upstairs watching a recording show, it is VERY SLOW to fast forward with considerable (4 seconds or so to even begin) lag, and the FF and RW doesn't move much (and this is after pressing the button many times). I feel this isn't right but...

OK, thanks that helps a lot. One question totally off-topic: My HR24 is downstairs and the H24 is upstairs. When I'm upstairs watching a recording show, it is VERY SLOW to fast forward with considerable (4 seconds or so to begin) lag, and the FF isn't much of a FF (and this is after pressing...

Yup, Direct did this install. Should I call Direct or my installer? He gave me his card with 2 cell numbers and said if I had any trouble within 3 months to call him and he'll come take care of whatever is wrong. Jag, I'd appreciate the diagram. :) I'm pretty tech savvy but for whatever...

My apologies for all the questions, I'm a DirecTV newbie completely and am confusing myself the more I read this forum. LOL I had my HR24 and H24 with MRV installed Friday, and it's working like a champ. However, when I had it installed I did not have cable Internet at my house (had a very slow...

Thanks, guys. I didn't hit the select and notice that line there. I guess there's no listing of episode number though, eh? (A guy can dream!)

I had DirecTV installed Friday, and am getting use to the differences between this system and my former Dish Network one. One thing is REALLY bothering me though about DirecTV's guide, and I was curious if I was just not looking in the right place. With Dish, the guide told you when the show...

Ah, if he gets a little kickback I'll definitely keep that chord plugged in for a week per his suggestion. I tipped him for a great job, and would love to see him get a little extra. Final question: I'm currently on DSL but will be switching to cable internet in a few weeks and want to plug my...

Thank you guys. :) I should have played around before asking, but you all are so helpful I figured I'd give it a shot. One more question I completely forgot about: When my installer was finishing up activating the system, he asked if I had a land line and we ran a phone chord across a room for...

I cannot express how good my installer was. He was clean, courtesy and explained everything (even though I pretty much knew exactly what he'd have to do). He got me both HR24 and H24 receivers, plus threw in the HDMI cables they require (I'm sure this is fairly standard, but it's nice they do...