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    DISH loses 4 more HD channels - 3 Return

    I think in this case, I don't mind losing these 4 channels in particular and hopefully it does set an example when negotiating for other channels. Eventually the entire channel listing is going to be ala-carte. The internet and consumer choice will force this. Sirius/XM is already doing...
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    OTA channels do not get program guide

    The problem is that the channel assignment is correct for Butte, MT (my DMA), but it is re-transmitted locally in Bozeman, MT (80 miles away and a mountain between) on a different channel. So if they changed the channel assignment, it would be incorrect for users in Butte. I already have...
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    Which HD channel would you prefer to be added?

    I would like to see the BS end so that Turbo customers could get FXHD & SpeedHD.
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    OTA channels do not get program guide

    I plugged in an indoor powered antennae to my ViP722 and am able to pick up NBC and CBS in Digital HD. The problem is that the E* CBS is on channel 004-00 but the OTA channel is 007-?. It looks like this is causing the program guide information to not be available for the OTA channel. I would...
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    SPOT BEAM MOVE

    I see. What happens when a local channel is not broadcast in my area? For instance, I believe FOX is in a transition stage right now (analog broadcast dropped in June). Since it is not being broadcast, does that mean I can have them give me a national FOX?
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    SPOT BEAM MOVE

    So, it shows on the list for E11 @ 110 that the LA & CHI stations are on ConUS beams. Shouldn't this mean they are able to be received anywhere in the ConUS beam coverage: SatelliteGuys.US - Subscription 110°W Would someone who "moved" to LA be able to receive the networks in HD form anywhere...
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    Speed & FX in HD

    So all of the Fox RSN are live ALL the time with DirecTV? Do you have to purchase a special package in order to get those? I have Fox Rocky Mountain and the HD channel is NEVER on. Sometimes the SD counter-part will be on, but who wants to watch sports in SD? I also agree that $10 is not...
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    Question about External Hard Drive

    So I suppose when you want to add a blu-ray drive to your PC you should have to pay the manufacturer of your mobo/PC to *enable* that feature? Sorry, stupid is probly a poor word choice. It is smart from the E* standpoint, but frustrating from a users perspective. I feel that if I am...
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    Question about External Hard Drive

    So E* charges you $39 to enable the USB EHD feature of the 722? That is stupid. Side questions. How big are the drives in the 722? What is the rate of programming hour/GB space for SD & HD?
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    need a little more signal

    He may have been told by his local covenants that he is only allowed a single dish. JerryD, the following link asks the question "Can a restriction limit the number of antennas that may be installed at a particular location?" and answers with "The Commission’s rule covers the antennas...
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    turning off DISH but keeping VIP722

    Then is there any point in purchasing the receiver? I had heard it mentioned on one of these forums that there is a lease option? Is this true? How do I know what I am doing? I believe I received the receiver (ViP722) for free with a 2yr contract. Would I have been better off leasing it? How...
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    Speed & FX in HD

    Isn't this kind of stupid? Why would I EVER want to purchase a SD package when I have an HD TV? One of the biggest factors in going with E* was that they offered an ALL HD pkg. I don't want 200 SD channels, because SD TV looks horrible since I have upgraded to a 67" DLP. I would be surprised...
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    TIVO vs E*

    True, the equipment has a cost, but what is customer satisfaction worth? How much would it cost E* in attrition if customers with infringing receivers suddenly lost the DVR ability of their receiver? Free equipment is also nothing new. They give away free equipment with a 2yr contract...
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    Speed & FX in HD

    You mean the TurboHD Platinum add-on right?
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    Speed & FX in HD

    I have the Turbo HD Silver package. Are Speed & FX HD included in this package? Do I have to go to Gold or get the Platinum extension to get these channels?
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    Multi-Sport Package Question

    Thanks, these replies helped me understand what is going on.
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    Multi-Sport Package Question

    I just got E* last week, right after I got my new TV (Samsung 67" 1080p DLP). I went with E* over D* because of price. I am on the TurboHD Silver plan. I have a question about the multi-sport package offered through E*. I am primarily interested in NFL Footbal. From what I read in another...
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    PiP with Vip722

    I apologize for not reading the manual first.
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    PiP with Vip722

    How do I get the PiP working with the Vip722? Do I need to be in "single mode"? How can I tell what mode I am in? Can I switch back and forth between single and dual mode on the fly? How can I switch modes?
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    How do I remove done/deleted timers

    I have a Vip722. If I look at the "Daily Schedule" from the menu, how can I remove the old deleted/completed timers from the list on the left? If I can't remove them, how long do they stay around?