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    Is 4DTV HITS Finally Coming To End?

    Well well well, the death knell has been tolled :( We knew it was coming but we kept ducking-and-a-diving but they finally pulled the plug. Of course, I didn't know cos I didn't check Programming Center site, so when I got home yesterday, missus tells me the TV has gone off. We've a few boxes...
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    Hits Gone 7/31/16

    Tried to renew a couple of rcvrs just now, but "Add Services" is missing :(
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    HITS W5 AMC18 Provider ID

    Thanks for the explanation - I'm not going crazy! All good with X4 got setup okay now. Thanks again!
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    HITS W5 AMC18 Provider ID

    hey waylew - thanks for the details - I read the link you sent me (for the 10th time!) and if I understand what I'm reading (????) - 1040 IS the EMM provider for the receiver from factory. I did a "soft conversion" to use HITS so did not do a EMM Provider Reset. I think that's why it still...
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    HITS W5 AMC18 Provider ID

    how wrong can you be ??? Under Options 6,7,7,8,1 the EMM is 4160 not 4096 - so I've NO idea what the heck that is on Diag A or how to read it!
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    HITS W5 AMC18 Provider ID

    Thanks! Found it, realised i was being a but dumb! The EMM provider number is split into 2 parts on Diag A like this" 1040 96" - read as 4096 Cheers!
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    HITS W5 AMC18 Provider ID

    Hi guys, I'm looking for the Provider ID for HITS on W5/AMC18 I checked my subbed DSR922 Diag A and it shows it as '1040' but reading elsewhere I'm lead to believe it is '4160' Can someone confirm/enlighten me please? Thanks!
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    Help with first C-band signal reception set up

    Have you tried online streaming sources? (not sure if that's blasphemy around here :D ) Just a thought!
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    Help with first C-band signal reception set up

    I found specs for the 3 different LNBs here: http://www.satcomresources.com/Norsat-8530I-C-Band-DRO-LNB http://www.satcomresources.com/Norsat-8225R-C-Band-DRO-LNB http://www.satcomresources.com/Norsat-8215-DRO-LNB The main obvious difference is frequency range - each have a different range -...
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    DSR410 losing satellite lock

    ouch :( Glad I'm not at that stage...yet! Confirmed the ID is good and the sub is still working. Ordered a bunch of 16v 10uF caps today.
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    DSR410 losing satellite lock

    Thanks for the tips and hints guys - will go back and check over everything again - hope it's not the battery !
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    Missing W5 in satellite maps - how to update?

    I have a 4DTV unit subbed by Programming Center still using the X4 tile on c-band According to the instructions here (non-brick method): http://www.programming-center.net/csteps2.htm you need to tune to X4-216 - this comes up on mine as "Pgm-8 Style" - that might help ensure you're on the...
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    DSR410 losing satellite lock

    I had hoped it was that - but the another 410 on the same feed is fine. I've been searching and reading, there's a lot of references to a now defunct "Alan Judd" site - best I can tell I'm looking to replace all 16v 10uf caps. Cheers
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    DSR410 losing satellite lock

    Thanks will do
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    DSR410 losing satellite lock

    I have a couple of DSR410 units subbed to HITS on W5. All of a sudden 2 days ago one kept dropping the satellite lock, flashing red/green on the front panel. I've swapped cables between the 2 receivers but the problem persists on only one of them. Both polarities are affected. I'm presuming...
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    Which Sat has HGTV when it comes to Skyvision 4DTV

    I'm an active subscriber of the Hits2home aka h2h service that 'replaced' 4dtv If you're the type that likes a challenge, enjoys 'finds' that the everyday man doesn't care about - this is for you!
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    post your SKYVISION experience

    Bought receivers and signal meter - great in all aspects!
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    Escapes Channel

    I'm interested in this too and would consider a sub if made available. My internet isn't great so Roku is out for me :(
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    4D 920 Upgrade

    You mean The one before yours? Nah, me either :D
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    Filling Coaxial Connectors with Dielectric Grease for Weather Protection

    Amalgamating tape - you apply it 'backwards' with the adhesive side facing out, it then amalgamates into a doughy lump providing protection from the elements.
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    Hits2Home prices increased again

    I noticed this, but I sign up for 12 months to lock in pricing. It is thought though and I do wonder how much longer I can keep doing this. Everyone loves and underdog but at some point he's gotta do more than bark!
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    Anyone using one of the new Blackberries?

    Ok so I LOL at the 6 month jab... I've been using z10 for a year - after a few updates I can say I wouldn't go back to my torch 9810 I've configured a q10 and the wife has a q5 I wanted to like the q10 but after the z10 it is lacking for me because of the hardware keyboard taking up space for...
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    4D 920 Upgrade

    Fat air is correct - don't unplug power until battery change if you can avoid it. If uid doesn't match sticker on back then it's no good for subscription Battery swap is easy for someone with basic electronics skills, soldering etc. To use map master maps you need a dongle, lots of details...
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    Is it worth getting a 4DTV receiver?

    Not much ITC DCII. subs are still available - I maintain a few subs to keep my 4dtv units ticking over. If the onboard battery fails the unit will lose its Unit ID - making it unusable for subscriptions. They are 'easy' to change for someone with soldering skills. The maps tell the IRd what...
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    Troubleshooting help - HITS

    My gut says LNB