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When I originally setup my hardware, I had a BUD with a BSC621 that was running through a V-Box. I had just a couple of satellites that I was able to get any type of signal at all. Both only C band. All of a sudden and for no apparent reason, I lost all signal. The dish would move between the...

I have had a BUD for several years. I know that the old feedhorn and lnb had a plate that had scaler rings on it. I have never been able to find a clear definition or explanation of what scaler rings are. What function do scaler rings perform? Are they necessary for both C and KU when using a...

I was curious what others thought about Commercial TV and Commercial Free TV. I have always felt that any broadcaster that is currently receiving compensation for airing commercials or receives income from paid advertisements should not be allowed to charge for the reception of its signal...

I have a "new" Xrica x-5 that I have been playing with. The satellite list was about 2 years old and needed updated. I found the loader for this system , backed up the existing software and satellite list, then downloaded a newer satellite list. once the download was complete it rebooted and...

I have a 6.5 ft mesh dish that is starting to show it's age. I would like to give it a fresh coat of paint, but I am not sure if I should. I have been reading conflicting arguments for and against painting. Some say yes it's OK as long as you use flat paint. No gloss or semi-gloss because it...

I haven't done anything with FTA in a few years. What little bit I did know back then has been lost somewhere in the gray matter and doesn't want to be remembered. I recently bought a couple of XRica X-5's off of eBay with the hopes of getting back into the hobby. First question, I am a...