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  1. JMikeF

    The fat lady is warming up

    1) I'm a big Sony fan. Great technology 2) Sony pisses me off with their need to define and own formats. That said, I believe if you are passionate about HD (in any format), plan your budget so you can get both HD-DVD and Blu-ray. I did this summer, and now I can enjoy stunning HD with the...
  2. JMikeF

    New HD Channels?

    When I first had FIOS installed back in July, I was ecstatic over the increase in PQ, especially for SD channels. I was less than pleased with the PVR, since I was use to Dish's best of breed 622. But, Verizon has updated the IMG (still needs work). Better yet, in the past two weeks I've...
  3. JMikeF

    Dumped DISH 622 and went with FIOS !!!

    My biggest issues with Dish were: 1) upfront cost for receivers 2) compromised PQ as more and more channels added 3) maintaining ugly dish farm on roof OTOH, I really liked the 622 interface. But, I'm a very happy FIOS TV subscriber going on 3 months. The new 2.0 IMG is a work in progress...
  4. JMikeF

    New HD Channels?

    I've tried to get a response out of Verizon, but they are silent. Right now in my area FIOS TV is the best value for the money, but if the rates go up, then it's back to which service has the programming I want.
  5. JMikeF

    Kiss off Dish!

    Update: FIOS in in the house. :D Since I've been a FIOS Internet/phone customer for two years, my router was replaced. This required the running of coax to my loft where my office/computer is, because that's where the CAT5 run from the OT box ends. Other than that, the install was fairly smooth...
  6. JMikeF

    So whos getting an IPHONE?

    Well, the media love Apple. The spread in yesterday's WSJ would have cost millions and millions in ad costs. I bet my folks even know about the iPhone.
  7. JMikeF

    Dish Speaks on DRM on HBO and Cinemax

    So sorry to bust your bubble but:
  8. JMikeF

    Kiss off Dish!

    I hope you heed your own advice. ;)
  9. JMikeF

    Kiss off Dish!

    Thanks, Scott, for your compassion and understanding. But I'm wondering why everyone thinks this is purely a "box" issue - I think I've been very clear that the technical issues are only part of my complaints: what about the down-rezzed HD channels, the lack of picture quality is quite apparent...
  10. JMikeF

    Kiss off Dish!

    Well, after all the drama, I've had a moment of clarity: If I want to send the most effective message to Dish of my complete dissatisfaction with their service, I will probably request a cancellation of my contract, and pay any service fees. To hell with them.
  11. JMikeF

    Kiss off Dish!

    I'm the customer - deal with it.
  12. JMikeF

    Kiss off Dish!

    Huh? Your cluelessness is comical. :D Thanks for the laugh. :p
  13. JMikeF

    Kiss off Dish!

    My experience is that the installers for Dish in northern VA are a sorry bunch. My advice: clean up your act and provide decent service, or get thicker skin.
  14. JMikeF

    Kiss off Dish!

    I've been watching OTA HD since the beginning - 1998! It's the standard for picture quality. Never once have had to deal with crappy locals from any service provider.
  15. JMikeF

    Kiss off Dish!

    Well, the conversation was recorded, I have his name and a 3 letter code. Dish Smich. ;)
  16. JMikeF

    Kiss off Dish!

    Verby: Her's my quote from Verizon FIOS Premier 200 42.99 FIOS VA BEACH CHANNEL FIOS Movies 12.99 FIOS HBO 15.99 HD PVR (2) 25.98 DISCOUNT 5.00 Total 92.95
  17. JMikeF

    Kiss off Dish!

    Scott, This is what I want from the DVR: 1) Select a show form the guide 2) Select one-time or multiple timers 3) Then, go to menu to find recorded show and play it back. Kinda like my trusty 501 and my Sony OTA. What more does one need? See, being able to get locals OTA has spoiled me as...
  18. JMikeF

    Kiss off Dish!

    Scott, luck has nothing to do with it. BTW, love the new SatGuys shirts - might have to get one. :D As I read the long FIOS thread over at AVS, it verifies that FIOS has the best picture going right now (download a couple of the spreadsheet to verify the numbers - FIOS is quite impressive...
  19. JMikeF

    Kiss off Dish!

    At one time, if you were into quality HDTV, Dish was the only option. Sadly, Dish is now more about quantity than quality. My 622 has been a PITA since day one - actually, make that day 24, when the HDMI connection broke. I contacted Dish a couple of times and got nothing but grief. Folks...
  20. JMikeF

    Dish Speaks on DRM on HBO and Cinemax

    I'm not surprised by this - we knew it was coming. :mad: Hollywood wants one thing, and one thing only: Pay Per View All The Time For Everything
  21. JMikeF

    CBS' Jericho: A Familiar Story

    I signed it too, but history shows us that few businesses respond to PetitionOnline. Frankly, I'm tired of the networks jerking us around. If they want me to watch any of these serial series, then I need assurances that the story will be wrapped up before it's pulled. Otherwise, there are...
  22. JMikeF

    What did Charlie Say?

    Thanks. I didn't think they were ready for prime time. But, Dish better pay attention. I'm shelling out close to $100 a month, and what's my return? I ask that every time I make a payment. :rolleyes:
  23. JMikeF

    What did Charlie Say?

    I'm very temped. Do they have a decent HD-DVR?
  24. JMikeF

    What did Charlie Say?

    Blistering reliable high speed Internet connection - it's the best performance for the price available to the consumer.
  25. JMikeF

    What did Charlie Say?

    Scott - thanks so much for the information. :up I've had HD (in one form or another) since 1999 in the Ferrara Theater, and have been with Dish as long. I love the HD variety, but now that I've got a full blown 1080p front projector & an 8' screen, picture quality is paramount. And it's been...
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