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You rock newyawker! That is probably the best link I have been given in a long time. I have signed up and briefly explored the site. I plan on sending my remote back to OFA for the free upgrade so I can run my D11 reciever. My understanding is during this "upgrade" period for my specific...

Although I am quite satisfied with my D* service as previously noted, I do agree that many user experiences will vary drastically depending on their location and local cable provider. I have seen a trend that people in "advanced" Comcast areas seem very pleased. Me personally, I live in...

I think pricewise you will be about the same. I have had Dish Network (aka "E*") in the past, and always thought their customer service sucked and is the reason I cancelled my service a few years back. Then January '06 I thought I'd give them another try because at the time I originally...

Yes slimoli, my 55" SDTV is a RPTV. Reflecting back those 3+ years when I had Dish Network the first time and it was good, that was also the time I bought my current big screen. Before settling on the 55" SDTV, I had actually invested and brought home a 55" Mitsu HDTV set. I forget the...

Wow, I guess my needs/desires are simple. I just recently subscribed to DTV and selected the Total Choice package with locals. I have the premiums only because they are free for 3 months, and then afterwards I plan on turning them off. I would have sprung for the DVR service (rather TIVO...

I switched over to D* the middle of last week. I have a SD 55" big screen and the quality is very clear and crisp, almost like watching a DVD on everything. I will admit the locals are less crisp, but not bad by any means. In my comparison of PQ, I have had the following services: 1. Cox...

Hmmm...I didn't see the 1377 code present in the list of codes shown on the website for the 6960. I would find it odd they couldn't upgrade the code to work, since it states the remote is upgradeable. And out of the millions of D* subscribers I'm sure I'm not the only one who wants a cheap...

Maybe you had a good experience, but mine with E* was miserable. Horrible customer service and horrible picture quality. After numerous service calls they were unable to fix my PQ issues and I was finally able to get out of my contract. I will note that I had E* back 3 or 4 years ago, and...

I found it online via the DirecTV website. I just went to order online and it all showed up. The only thing that didn't show up was the $150 cash back, which the CSR gave me a link to over the phone. The next day I noticed it was on the main site when you went to order online, so it may still...

I just subscribed to D* under their lease program. I wasn't overly excited about signing a contract, but the 0 out of pocket expense combined with the same monthly cost and the fact they fix it if it's broke makes it "okay". Again, I still hate signing contracts, I think it's more...

I still have my original manual, and yes, I also compared to the online codes for my remote as well. They had a few new ones which were unrecognized by my remote. Much to my disliking I actually entered every manufacturer code provided for a satellite receiver, none of which worked. I have...

I'm not sure I would like them to merge anyhow. I have had E* in the past and found their customer service to royally suck. I'd hate to think they got a say in how things were ran, it might be the end to a good thing.

Hey all, I just subscribed to DirecTV and I am very pleased with everything thus far. The only thing I am trying to do is get my satellite receiver to work with my universal remote where I have all my other components programmed. My exact remote is a One-for-All URC-6131nB00...

1. That may be true, but if I dish out a few thousand I'm going to play it on the safe side. 2. On all the boxes I have seen, you have 3 options (more or less): Leave at normal 4:3 ratio and have the bars. Stretch to a 16:9 format. Or the one I mentioned where it basically blows a 4:3...

Actually Ganthet, I was *not* referring to a DVD camcorder, just a normal digital recorder. However, I was unaware of the conversion process.

I'm not sure about the receivers, but my general experiences with most other electronics is that Korea is the worst quality, China is mediocore and Japan is good stuff. It's a very general rule of thumb, but it's held true for alot of things.

I agree digitaldvdrs, it is a decent promotion and I plan to use it to my advantage while it's free. Afterwards I will cancel the premiums. While I do like movie channels, especially HBO, it drives me nuts how they replay the same 10 movies over and over and something I just won't pay for...

Just clarifying, wouldn't a digital video camcorder qualify as a "video capturing device" if you hooked up the proper connections to your TV to record the signal? Then it would be easy to import into your computer. Not saying the video capture card is a bad idea, I'm just thinking of a way...

I have a D* installation scheduled today, so I can't comment on their PQ yet. However, I have had E* in the past. About 3 years ago when I first bought my big 55" RPTV (standard definition) I thought E* was superb PQ; however, I ended up cancelling because customer service sucked and I was...

I have neither yet. I just signed up for service to be installed tomorrow, but I understand I am getting the R15 receiver. One thing I have noticed is everyone says the R15 unit is "harder" to control. Is that because everyone is use to their TIVO setup? Change is hard for alot of people...

Not what I wanted to hear telecaster. :( The main problem I had with E* was my locals. Not that those were the only channels, but they were the worst. Just FYI, the problem I had looked more "compression" related than anything. Almost like you were watching a video on the computer that you...

In regards to the $150 cash back offer, I honestly believe it to be an added bonus for new customers only. I paid ZERO dollars out of pocket, and the CSR made a point to give me the link. In the fine details I see no verbiage saying you had to spend X amount to get the money. Only that you...

Thanks jonaswan2 for the confirmation on the receiver model. I could careless about ordering via the remote. Actually from what I have read here, ordering online is better because then you can watch the programming on ANY receiver vs. the one you ordered on with the remote. I get hooked up...

1. You are right, it's the Total Choice, not Top Choice. 2. Yeah, it's probably cheesy. But I'm sure I can use it on road trips, etc. 3. Just FYI, there was no out-of-pocket charge for the 1st unit. You are probably right on the costs for the second unit. In that case, I make a buck...

Only way to avoid monthly box fees with a cable provider is to run analog only channels. Here in Oklahoma, the cheapest box rental is $5.50/mo. The HD/DVR combo unit box is $9.95/mo, which IMO is friggin crazy! And just FYI, they also charge a $4.95/mo charge for DVR service. I just...