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  1. smackman1

    722k UHF remote stopped working

    My daughters 722K UHF Remote stopped working. Batteries have been changed; the sat. button lights up but the remote will do nothing. I had her try Pressing the Systems info button,press and release sat button then press and release record button; did not work. Remote is set on UHF. I had...
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    Hopper or HD Receiver?

    I currently have a 722. I want HD on 2nd TV. Pros and Cons on a 2nd HD Receiver or a Hopper with one Joey? What would be the price difference between the two? I will say I would not get a HDDVR Receiver for back TV just a HD Receiver.
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    Problem with 722 Receiver

    My 722 Receiver is locking up on recordings. If I go to the DVR Button and try to watch a recorded channel why another channel is recording, the picture will stay a extended period of time on the Recording Screen(The 1st Screen after hitting DVR Button). This has been a issue for a couple of...
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    Thinking of switching

    After 12 years with Dish Network, I am seriously considering Directv. The Reason is Directv finally has my locals. Also, My telephone company offers a $5 dollars a month discount with Directv. Currently, I have a VIP722 DVR. My program pkg. is America's Top 250, DVR Service, HD 250 Free...
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    Sirius $77 dollar special denied over Travel Link!

    I received a offer in the mail from Sirius, It is the 1 year $77 dollar offer. I called to get this special and I WAS DENIED because I have a year subscription to Travel Link. They said the ESN number was already taken up with Travel Link and they could not put another service on top of the...
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    722 will not record Locals

    My daughter had her Dish moved to her new house. The Dish Tech set her up on the eastern arc so she could receive her locals in HD. The 722 will not record the Locals. All the other channels record fine. I believe her locals come off sat 72; the rest from 61.5 What is wrong and what can be done...
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    Issue with Monroe, LA locals

    Does anyone know the reason why DTV did not include the CBS and ABC Affiliate in the Monroe, LA/ElDorado, Ar. locals? This is the only reason I do not switch to DTV. My local telephone company offers a great saving pkg. when bundling with DTV but the local issue is a holdout. Does anyone know...
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    Cancelled Installation

    I finally canceled because there is some "feud" with Direct TV, Channel 8 and Channel 11 out of Monroe DMA. DTV started providing our local BUT CBS(Channel 8) and ABC(Channel 11) are not in the local lineup. This was a "deal killer" for me. Any info. on this dispute being resolved? I cannot...
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    Locals in Monroe, Louisiana DMA

    Is there any new information concerning the locals being offered in the Monroe, Louisiana DMA with DTV? Centurylink which now bundles with DTV CSR's told me before the of this month but.... I was just wondering if anyone knows of any "activity" or a FYI showing the locals are on the way this...
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    Fee for canceling installation?

    Does DTV charge a fee for permanently canceling a new installation? I have paid a $20 dollar processing fee but that is it. Dish has made it really interesting with there counter offers to keep me; I am floored at there offers considering most conversations with a CSR but I got a good one...
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    Install this Sunday; Any suggestions?

    I took the "plunge". DTV will install 2 Receivers this SUNDAY! A HR24 and a H24. Any suggestions or comments to get the "best" install? My plan is the Choice Ultimate. I will pay $52.99 for the 1st 12 months then $73.99 a month for the next 12. With this local promotion thru Centurylink, I...
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    Question about DTV "Locals"

    DTV is now offering these stations in the Monroe LOUISIANA-El Dorado ARKANASAS AREA: Available Channels Network Affiliate Local Channel # 3-Digit Channel # (older receivers) HD Channel PBS PBS 65 NBC NBC-NY 63 FOX FOX-NY 62 THIS IS NOT ACTUALLY...
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    Best EHD for 722

    I am looking topurchase a EHD. I have a 722. What is the best bang for the price? Is there any initial cost to prepare my Receiver for a EHD? Is the hookups simple? Any info. Here pros and cons would be apprec.
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    "Moving" to DFW or Shreveport possibilities?

    How far does the Dallas spotbeam go into Louisiana? I live in Linville,Louisiana zip code 71260. Thats in "Way" North Louisiana 30 miles north above Monroe Louisiana. I am a Dish Subscriber and I would like to "move" to a Market where there locals are in HD. Monroe is my current locals and...
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    Warning 061

    I have received this Error code Warning 061 Boot Recovery. I started having problems with some recorded material pixlating. I did a soft reboot and this Warning come up. I have unplugged the unit and this Warning 061 stays on the screen and continues to try and download "Vital Information"...
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    2nd Receiver

    I want to put a 2nd HD Receiver in my house. I currently have a 722 Receiver with a DP34 Switch mounted outside. Will I save any money on my monthly statement with a self install? If I understand correctly, Dish is going to charge me a 7 dollar a month fee for a 2nd HD Receiver whether I...
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    DVR Question

    Does the HD DVR that comes with a new Install have a UHF Remote? Does the HD DVR have a output for a secondary Television? I realize that these DVR's from Direct do not have dual outputs but a UHF Remote would be a must for me or I would have to have a second Receiver installed.
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    Questions about Directv Service

    I need some information before I make my switch to Direct from the "other".My current Receiver is a Dish 622 with the Dish Absoulte programming. I have noticed that locals are not offered in my area Monroe, Louisiana (71203 zip). .1 Can I "move" to Shreveport Louisiana(71101 zip) and be in the...
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    Problems with multimedia not working

    I cannot get my 622 Receiver to recognize my Canon SD 600. I have downloaded pictures many times from this camera to my 622. I have not used this option in 6 months and it will not work. After talking with Dish, They sent me another Receiver. I hook up this Receiver and it will not recognze my...
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    RSN choices

    I have the Dish Absolute Package. I changed from the AT 250 with HD to The Abolute Package 3 months ago. (saving 48 a month!) I love Dish Absolute but I want to add my local RSN. How much extra is this add on? I ts not plain spoken on Dish website how to do this.
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    Help with Receiver

    I am currently with Dish. I have a 622 receiver. I have been looking at Directv pkgs and need some help. Does Directv offer a HD DVR that has OTA inputs like the 622? If they do, Does this HD DVR offer a OTA channel guide like my 622 does with a OTA input? What HD DVR is offered in THE PLUS HD...
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    Picture pixlating

    My picture coming from my 622 Receiver started pixlating last night. It is acting like a weak digital signal when you see pixlating due to low digital signal.I have good signal strength from satellites 110,119 and 129. I have ran a check switch and it all comes back good. I have done soft and...
  23. smackman1

    Decision time!

    Okay I admit my knowledge of HD DVD vs Blu Ray is minimal. Is there any reason why I would chose Blu Ray over HD DVD? My understanding is most HD DVD players will also upconvert a "normal" DVD to near HD quality. The Toshibas I am looking at do. Will a Blu Ray player do thia? Better yet, Will a...
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    622 HDMI picture dull compared to component

    I hooked up my TV today with component video and put the HDMI and Component video in PIP mode on my TV. The Component video is much sharper. I checked all the video settings and they are identical. The Black Enhancement feature is on on both inputs. I really thought I would find the Black...