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    Why can't Dish compete with cable?

    BrightHouse Network Brighthouse Network of Central Florida I pay $124.00 for their complete channel lineup. I get every (60) movie channel plus 18 HD channels. The price includes TWO SA8300HD dual tuner PVRs and TWO HD non-PVR boxes. ALL locals and non-premiums are digital. I think I got a...
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    BHN Customer Service Rocks

    Recently I switched from E* to BHN and they gave me a 12 month promo. This allowed me to have an HD PVR without buying expensive Dish equipment. Last week I added a second SA8300HD and swapped out an SD box. Some how when the CSR added my new HD PVR they blew out my promo -- I knew this because...
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    is this correct?

    You are seen the speed of your NIC.
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    Lots of audio dropouts and picture freeze ups

    Yes, I called BH and they gave me a good deal for 12 months for switching back to BH from E*. You are right, the HD DVR deal with E* is very expensive. Dish wants $700 for the 942. And since they are switching to MPEG4 soon that would be money down the tube. Also, if you want the old VOOM HD...
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    Lots of audio dropouts and picture freeze ups

    Same here, but I find BH very reliable. I was getting real tired of rain fade even though my dish was well peaked. I have noticed some momentary studdering on the BH HD channels, but getting HD locals over cable is still better than what DishNet offers, which is just CBS in some markets...
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    Having Dish installed tomorrow

    Welcome to the world of "professional" installation:eek:
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    Universal HD gone?

    Universal Removed From BHN-Orlando Customer service informed me that Universal HD was for the US OPEN and the 9/11 special only.
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    why no ground?

    I had to call Dish for another professional installer to come back and ground my dish too. [still grounded but dark]
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    new cust deal - very subtle trick - NO 4 TVs but 4 tuners!

    Or you could go with a cable company that offers the SA8300HD which gives you DUAL tuner HD. Plus you don't have to pay $250 for the lease.
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    Which HD reciever should I get?

    Samsung SIR-T451 Found a refurbished one on eBay for $155.00. http://product.samsung.com/cgi-bin/nabc/product/b2c_product_detail.jsp?eUser=&prod_id=SIR-T451%2fXAA
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    Universal HD on BHN in Tampa Bay Area:

    BHN-Orlando Universal Channel 1000 From BHN: HD Customers Enjoy a FREE Preview of the 2005 US Tennis Open in High Definition Starting tonight (Aug-29th) all HD customers will be able to enjoy the 2005 US Open live in High Definition on channel 1000. Universal HD has teamed up with...
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    Florida

    I have similar results in BHN-Orlando. The guide is also better than E*.
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    Does Dish Network monitor my family television viewing habits?

    Not only do they monitor they suggest programming based on your viewing history.
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    Question about antenna

    I am using a Winegard Square Shooter SS2000 with pre-amp and get ALL the HD stations broadcasting from Bithlo FL. My lowest signal (89%) on the E* 811 is WESH (NBC) which broadcasts VHF not UHF. Using a Samsung SIR-T451 HDTV receiver I get maximum signal on all locals HD DT stations. I am 23...
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    I am staying with Dish Network

    OK -- This is REALLY Important... I am leaving Whirlpool and going to LG. Just bought a cool new stainless fridge at Home Depot. Model number: LFRD25850ST. I don't think it has any more channels than Dish, but it is MUCH cooler:yes
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    Happy with the $19.99a month 4 a year deal

    I have no problem with E* service or PQ. Nor do I have a problem with the physical dish on my house. I do have an issue with rain fade during the heavy Florida storms (even though it's just damn hot this week with only a 20% rain chance). I DO have a problem with the "VALUE PROPOSITION." You...
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    Happy with the $19.99a month 4 a year deal

    I was reluctant to respond to your insuting remarks but my analytical skills include training in financial analysis. Have you not heard of the term "opportunity cost"? I rational person would save the $400.00. If the price of gas dropped 25% at the station accross the street from your normal...
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    Happy with the $19.99a month 4 a year deal

    My E* bill just went up over $125.00/month. Local cable is offering a better package with HDTV PVR (SA 8300HD) and a SD PVR and all the same channels for about $88.00. Yes, it is for 12 months -- but that is a savings of over $400 for 12 months service What would you do?
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    Use a Samsung SIR-T451 as HD Backup during Rain Fade

    Well, I got the SIR-T451 and added a Winegard SS-2000 Square Shooter with pre-amp to the mix and now get ALL my local OTA's on my 811 with a minimum signal of 88. The strongest comes in at 96.:) Before the SS-2000 I could not get NBC HD OTA. It is the only local that broadcasts VHF. Now it...
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    Tv

    Sharp Aqous.
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    installing myself

    Seems to happen. In my case the original "professional' installer did not ground the system. It was only after getting an education on this site about grounding did I even notice. I called E* within the 90 day post-install period and they sent out another technician to mount the grounding blocks...
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    Will I receive OTA locals in HD?

    You might try a Zenith Silver Sensor indoor antenna first. They cost about $20 and often do a good job. YMMV.:bounce
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    Showtime

    I hope you performed the secret deprogramming dance:smug One thing you will miss is: WEEDS -- which is pretty funny.
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    Switching from DISH to Cable: how long until I can resubscribe and get a decent deal

    Nothing is free in the free market. Companies will do what they think is best to maximize profits. If they "think" poor treatment of customers is they way to the bottom line then they will try it. But history shows that companies with better customer service seem to achieve better results. E*...