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    What is ETA for 811 fixes? - Rad, Scott?

    good deal. thanks for clearing that up rad
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    What is ETA for 811 fixes? - Rad, Scott?

    thanks for clearing that up, rad. i kinda didn't think they were going to do that either with the ota guide at this point. you mentioned pressing the * key.... but does this mean we won't be able to configure the recvr to automatically change aspect ratios based upon content? ie, watch...
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    What is ETA for 811 fixes? - Rad, Scott?

    811/aspect just so i know, the so-called "aspect ration fix" is it supposed to let us keep the 811 recvr on 1080i under "HDTV Setup" allowing you to watch any channel in HD, and for SD channels - automatically stretch them to fit the screen without having to set the mode to 480p? also...
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    Just had my Friday 811 install rescheduled!!

    mine was rescheduled too. originally it was set for friday between 12-5 and this evening they called and said they do not 811's in stock, and rescheduled for tuesday between 8 and 12.
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    I know why the great deal on the 811!

    good call, i wouldn't be suprised at all if that was the thought
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    existing DHP customers getting shafted on the 811

    SUCCESS! ddeeble you were right! another rep at the exec office was able to make the deal happen *without* giving up my pvr 501. our 811 install is scheduled this friday. after being feed with a pelethora of misinformation and bulls#*t, i'm glad it's finally over and done. if it...
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    existing DHP customers getting shafted on the 811

    yeah, thats what i thought. no, she wasn't putting it on my DHP, it would be me owning it. what i was offered was $199 w/ 1 year commitment of AT50 or higher AND giving up my primary receiver (pvr 501). i've been a customer for over a year and a half and am out of my 1 year commitment...
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    existing DHP customers getting shafted on the 811

    well, here is the deal. i called them (the exec office) back, and spoke with lady who said that while she could get me an 811 for $199 (w/ 1 yr committment) that when the installer came, i'd have to give him back my "primary" receiver, my dish pvr 501! it never ends :) did they say...
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    existing DHP customers getting shafted on the 811

    yeah, i called that number too and spoke to a real intelligent person this time. he said that for existing DHP customers, there will be an offer out on Friday, and to give him a call back at that same number (866) 443-5162 finally, some answers! :)
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    existing DHP customers getting shafted on the 811

    Apparently those of us existing customers on the Digital Home Plan are getting shafted on the 811. E* treats us as second class citizens. I've called several times and each time they basically say go pound sand, you are not eligable for an upgrade. I said look, ok I will be more than glad to...