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    I have an HR22 from a friend??

    My buddy gave me this receiver...He built a new home and says he doesn't need it....Doesn't the receiver belong to to DT? If not, is it worth anything? I can see a DT sticker on box....Thx
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    signal booster?

    I have a Motorola signal booster. "One in, One out"...It's connected at side of house and distributes to 6 tv's.....Signals are great, but at random times there is no signal...What can the problem be? It happens to certain tv's at certain times. Do you recommend stacking w/ another booster? Thx...
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    DTV Connection kit?

    I read that I can get free movies, Pandora and other stuff free. I have a MAC wireless router (Express and Extreme) to create Wifi.. And also DSL...I guess all I need is the Connection kit... Is it worth the $80? Any other info would be helpful... Thx ps ... I also have HDDVR
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    FYI....... HDMI splitter

    Haven't been on this site for quite a while, so this may be a repeat... I was using an RF Modulator to mirror my HD signal in the same room. But when DTV changed their Guide, I received a message on extended tv screen: "Your tv or cabling may not be HD"...... Upon further investigation, I bought...
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    DVR power Usage?

    I read somewhere that these receivers use as much power as a fridge... (even in the OFF mode) Is this true? thx ps..... I'm talking about HD-DVR
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    NFL Ticket ?

    Hello Guys, I have HD programming.. My question is: If I order the reg. NFL Ticket, will I receive the games in HD? Or will I have to order the upgraded "Superfan"? Thanks ps..The prices are ridiculous...$279.95 for Ticket and 398.95 for Superfan...
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    Golf Channel?

    The guide says #605, but that's the Sportsman Channel......Where's the Golf Channel? Thanks
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    Recording a show?

    I have an HR22...I recorded American Idol last night.. It recorded for 1 hour; but AI went on for maybe 5 mins more. So, I missed the last 5 mins.... I guess the DVR only records for the 1 hour increment .. Why wouldn't it tape the whole show? Is this normal? Thanks
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    Weather Channel- Local?

    How do I get "Local on the 8's" ? The only thing displayed is the national weather.... ps..The "Active" is set to my zip
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    Resolution??

    I have an HD DVR..I have a Samsung 1080p 52 " tv... When watching an HD program, the receiver Res indicator is always on 480p... Why doesn't it go to 1080i automatically.. If I manually press Res button to 1080i, it stays there until I switch to another channel.. Then it goes back to 480p.. Is...
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    Where R U vacationing this year?

    Headed to Pompano Beach / Ft Lauderdale / Palm Beach,FL... 4/17 - 4/30....... Can't wait 4 sun, fun, beach, and beer........Not to mention, checking out all the half-naked women on the beaches............How 'bout you?
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    New install.....Help w/ connections

    Everything is fine except: #1..I have an HD DVR...How do i get Dolby to work? Dolby works on my DVD component...But not on my D* receiver.... I have an AV receiver with no HDMI.. I patched optical cable from D* rec. to AV rec...still no Dolby..I patched optical cable from D* rec. to TV...
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    What's your height,weight and age?

    I'm 5' 9.5" 185-190 lbs. 58 yrs......If I didn't drink beer,I'd be 170 lbs., but unhappy..........lol
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    Favorite All-Time Meal?

    My all-time fave is: Fried Chicken Collard Greens Baked Macaroni & Cheese (my wife's) Potato Salad Corn Bread Can't beat it!!!!!!! After dinner dessert: BEER
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    Elfego Baca

    This is for all you old guys.. Do you remember the Walt Disney series in 1958? THE NINE LIVES OF ELFEGO BACA..... I had several conversations w/ my buddies.. They don't seem to remember... How 'bout you?
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    Model# of D* Plus HD DVR receiver?

    I need the model#...Thanks
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    Wilkes-Barre/Scranton PA.... HD locals?

    How's the clarity?
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    NFL Ticket and DISH

    I was told by a Dish Network tech that they'll be getting NFL Ticket next year... Is this true? ......Thanks
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    dish attached to concrete?

    I currently have a 18" dish anchored to concrete; on the ground. I'm getting a new install. Will D" be able to use the same attachment, (bent arm) when they install a new slimline. And, how big is the Slimline? ...Thanks
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    Plus HD Receiver?

    While reading the features on this receiver, it says: "Dolby Digital 5.1 capable. Listen to superb theater-quality sound with additional hardware." What "additional hardware" would I need ? I assume a Dolby AV receiver. Am I correct? Thanks
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    D-11 receiver?

    I have a D-11 rec. that i have no use for...What is it worth? (I own it) Thanks
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    New install?

    How many coax cables will I need from dish to receiver.. I will have HD DVR package.. I already have one coax now, from when I had D" 8 years ago..... I only want one tv to work.... Will I need another coax? I live in PA.. Thanks
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    Plus HD DVR package? (newbie)

    I'm about to purchase this package .. Will I be paying an additional monthly payment for the DVR service? Or is it included w/ the $49.95? ..... is there any way to get this package cheaper? I live in northeastern PA Thanks
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    H20 receiver without HD progamming??

    I need a receiver that has Dolby 5.1 and an RF remote. The H2 has my requirements, but I don't want or need HD. If I purchase this receiver, will I be charged for HD progamming? Or can I just get regular programing and still be able to get Dolby 5.1 on such channels as HBO? I was told...
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    Directv dish installation problem?

    Hello, I bought a Directv elliptical 3 LNB multi-dish to replace my old standard dish, in order to get local channels. Well, after 2 days trying to find the signal, I don't think I found the right one, b/c I still can't pick-up locals.I receive all the channels previous to replacing my old...