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    Sat 119 Transponder 20

    Is anyone else having a problem with Transponder 20 on Sat 119? For the last few days I can't seem to get any signal at that location but I am getting a signal on all other transponders on 119. Any suggestions for a fix? Thanks in advance Update: after a check switch reset, I get a couple...
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    HDMI PQ Crappy?

    Well, I ran both sets of cables to compare the difference and I found some interesting things. With the component cables the picture has more POP to it in that it is brighter and the color saturation is definitely better BUT with the HDMI the picture doesn't have as much pixelization...
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    HDMI PQ Crappy?

    I just recently switched over to the HDMI on my 622 from the Component plugs and I noticed that the Picture Quality seems to be a bit softer on HDMI or not as sharp as the Component output. Has anyone else run into this? Are there some settings I missed? Thanks
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    Poll: Are you having HDMI problems with your 211/411/622

    I just switched over from Component to HDMI and it seems to work fine but does the picture seem a bit soft (not as clear as component) to anyone else?:confused: Thanx
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    Scratchy Audio 622

    It's amazing. I started up the 622 the following day and the audio was fine. Go figure. It's a pleasure to be a lab rat.:D
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    Scratchy Audio 622

    Anyone else out there getting scratchy audio on the 622? It only seems to be coming from my 622 and not my 510. Also it only comes through on the RCA audio (using the component video jacks). It does not sound scratchy when using the digital optical output (home theater). This just...
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    Which Sat's do I need to hit? Installer here

    The installer left the 61.5 up but did not connect it to the switch. Claimed there was a problem getting 110 with it plugged in. Of course, english was a second language also. (possibly third);)
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    Which Sat's do I need to hit? Installer here

    BF Your absolutely right. Going to the 622. Everyone, Thank you for your input.
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    Does Dish offer an on time guarantee?

    He's trying to put up a superdish for 110,119,129 on the same and leave the 61.5 alone. But I also have an OTA to pick up local uncompressed. Thanks.
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    Which Sat's do I need to hit? Installer here

    Currently on AT180 and HD
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    Does Dish offer an on time guarantee?

    Thank you for your responses. He finally showed up and now he's telling me he has to hit 4 Sat's for my area (so. Cal). 110, 119, 61.5 for HD and 129 for HD. I keep trying to tell him to spin the 61.5 to 129 and all S/B good. Am I wrong? Thanks
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    Which Sat's do I need to hit? Installer here

    The installer showed up and is telling me that he needs to hit 110, 119, 61.5 and 129. That does not sound right to me. Am I wrong? thanks. Sorry, i am on the west coast.
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    Does Dish offer an on time guarantee?

    My installer was supposed to be here between 8-12. I get a phone call at 11:45 that the guy is running late and should be here by 12:15. It's now almost 1:00 and no sign of him.:mad: Does Dish offer any type of on-time guarantee? I was hoping to get some work done this afternoon but...
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    622 Install tomorrow. Any Suggestions?????

    I am having the 622 installed tomorrow. I currently have an 811, 510, 501, 311 hooked to 2 Dish 500's and a DP34, and I have an OTA. I am having the 622 replace the 811 and want to keep the 510 on the same TV as the 622. Right now I have one feed for the 811 and one for the 510. What...
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    Sirius Starmate question

    paxkine, Yes the unit will get VERY hot to the touch in the sunlight but will cool off and be fine. As for the difference in color on the screen, in direct sunlight it will appear red lettering with black background and at night it will appear white letters with orange background. Hope that...
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    Post your VOOM Activation Stories here

    I contacted E* on Sunday morning to setup an install for the 2nd dish pointed to 148 (L.A. locals). I was scheduled for 05-03. Installer showed up today to setup dish, I asked that he try to aim at the 61.5 sat. he stated that "there is nothing there and it is too low in the sky to hit". I...
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    2.80 dramatically hurt my HD PQ

    2.8 also hurt my PQ on a Samusung 50" DLP w/ component. I spoke with a tech today who informed me that there is supposed to be a software update by the end of next week. Not sure if it's true or if he told me that to shut me up.
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    Who won Dish's Free HD Package ?

    Looks like the winners have been posted. http://www.dishnetwork.com/content/customerCare/hdtvwinners/index.shtml
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    Does 811 come with DVI?

    Hello all, Thank you in advance for your help. I am supposed to have the 811 installed tomorrow and I was wondering, will it come with a DVI cable or do I need to go get one? Any thing else I shoud be aware of be fore they get here? Thanks again