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There seems to be numerous negative comments concerning the protection plan. I understand that it’s a high pressure sell and is almost certainly pure profit for DTV. I’m left to wonder what do I actually get out of it? Many of the “features” seem to be things DTV would cover regardless. (I.E...

Thanks Joe, the ground block close to the ground bond makes sense. What is normally run from the dish to the ground block, single or dual coax? (for SWiM)

I understand the reason for a service loop at the LNB. Are either of these methods acceptable? About the right size?

EXCELLENT info, thanks. Yikes, $76 for 80’ of #6 stranded THHN and $12 for the 8’ rod and clamp. Good to hear. But doesn’t a custom install cost more?

My understanding is that back-bonding or a supplemental ground is my only choice here. The wall that this is mounted on is the garage and there isn't an existing (exposed) grounding source within 20' The service ground is original, 1976 Joe, I assumed the ground block would be located up...

Either the rim joist or the top plate above the studs. It's solid.

The title of this photo is "2004 "temporary" install with invisible ground"

I spent A LOT of time determining where the studs and rim joists were. I then laid the whole thing out horizontally, clamping it to my kitchen table and transferred the dimensions to the wall using levels. I hoped that I would at least be close when it was assembled. I was very surprised when...

Joe, I started a new thread that explains my interest in the SPIG http://www.satelliteguys.us/threads/323750-Tom-s-excellent-install-adventure

Backstory: I’m a nine-year DTV customer still using a triple LNB and HR10-250’s. I thought I might join modern society and upgrade to a Genie with three clients. I expect that I’ll be offered a free upgrade w/ installation, however, I want to install (mount) the dish myself. I plan on having the...

I have Version 3 (08/02/2011) How can I get a copy of the latest? Tom J

Thanks guys, those are some comprehensive examples!!!

I've read numerous posts that refer to a DirecTV QC inspection after the install. Just curious what this entails. Tom J

Thanks to that tip from Wirelezz I also purchased one from Newegg for 489.99. Purchased Tuesday, got it today. Shipped out of Grove City, Ohio, double boxed. With my (vaporware) rebate and other credits my final tally should be a little over $200. That's worth a two year commitment IMO...

So basically, even though it looks suspicious, trust us. You would think at this point in time they would know better than to provide links that are obscure and suspicious to the average person. In fact, I wonder how many of these messages never made it through spam filters. Another blunder by...

Nothing could be further from the truth. DirecTV absolutely needs a BIG retail presence. Having D* equipment next to HDTVs gets people thinking (regardless of how the BB staff is perceived).

We're just happy you got home without being pulled over. :)

Wait Chase, there's more, how about the ... "Nothing New Plan" "Wait a Long Time and See Plan" "Sign your Kids up now for HD Trust Fund Plan" "Be Patient, Here's $30 Off your Bill Plan" "HR10-250 Update Starts Next Week Plan" "I'm Sorry, we didn't Receive your Rebate Form Plan" "I'm...

I wish I was there. "Hey Chase I have an idea. How about we cancel the the Tivo contract and make everybody use our own home-brew boxes. We'll call them "advanced receivers" as a marketing ploy and make everybody pay $300 to lease our stuff and commit for two years. When we see the blank look...

Yeah, this will help stem the flow as subscribers start canceling in record numbers.

...as opposed to paying "seasoned" techs to screw it up. Please, no flames from the techs who are trying to do a good job but are limited by low pay, tools, lack of training, gas and materials reimbursement. I understand. I'm really referring to the "hire anybody off the street and give them a...

The 40G Tivo is hardly advanced equipment. But I believe the HR10-250 is. It requires a two year, advanced equipment commitment. I can go to Best Buy, bring it home and... NOT connect it? I want to get another HR10-250 before March 1st but not if I have to pay for installation. Please tell me...

Because they simply aren't satisfied, or is the "five day activation" some scheme?

I agree, there's another shoe to drop. I tend to think it will be bad news because wouldn't you agree that if there were ANY good news they would have told us by now? And another thing... Didn't D* just have their earnings release? Wouldn't a price increase have come up? Tom J

And I just received the two DVR-80's I ordered from you. Thanks Robert. . How's the supply of HR10-250's ? I'm sitting on the fence trying to make a decision before leasing starts. Tom J