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    C-Band Satellite at 74-Deg W

    Interesting I was watching Starz HD on trans 122+124 on G9 last night....had a few problems before I fell out..will check again today!
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    4dtv 921 or 920

    Yep... I believe the one you want is a US Ver 922..Presuming you are in the US! Starchoice is Canadian...I had their Ver of the HDD200 but that was no big deal./..worked fine. It has been replaced by a Motorola Hdd200 w/ upgraded firmware (sold the first one years ago when there was only HBO...
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    Satellite newbie with inherited equipment.

    VCII Boards I have a spare VCII+...but I don't think it is worthwhile as I don't even watch what little VCII subs I have left (will not be renewing this year) except for my Starz and discovery HD stuff. Maybe a small Digital Pak. I have a Pink one (the last VCRS made series) that has the...
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    Another 4DTV Tuning Question

    sure you knowm this but... Digital is a bit more sesitive than analog. When you tune, use the auto move and skew...then do it manually by the Quality meter...not the signal meter. I have found that on G9 even with a signal strenth of 86 and Quality of 69....If my skew is off just a hair...My...
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    Re: Bud Ribbon Cable

    Do not see why not. But i would think you would have to tie wrap or tape it to keep it orderly. You will need a large opening to pass it thru! BTW: after you make PSB's...I would like another 100 ft!:D My orig ribbon is over 20yrs old and has also been dug up and moved from my other...
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    Best CBand satellite

    If you could ever find one, I like the perforated aluminium dishes from Winegard. I have had mine 20 + years. Advantages... lets a little wind thru in high wind areas (better than solid)Mine has been thru 90+ mph windstorms and actually is watchable in about 60mph! (depends on your actuator too...
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    OT: I think they like the attention

    I do not condon it...at all + a RANT never condone someone taking what does not belong to them...like shop lifting. I remember when cable and HBO came into being...the idea of paying for TV,,,absurd! My how things change. I for one would never pay the ridiculous prices the Pizza guys charge...
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    Have been given a 10 Foot BUD - Have questions

    Welcome to our wonderful world! My suggestion is to get it working with the drake...check the C band LNB (should be at least 17deg kelvin (modern ones) and when satisfied...spring for a 4dtv 922. Like the others said...worry about ku band later unless you are after FTA! My Bud (8 ft perf...
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    922 VideoCipher Question

    And... As per the Faq...plz make sure you are well protected and wear protective eyewear. Lithium batteries can suddenly burst if stressed, when they get old. The Faq also tells you how to use a $1.99 Radio Shack AA battery Holder + AA 3V lithium battery to make the switch in...
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    System repair

    try moving it You will probably have to move it around a little...go to callnps.com for a sat map. Find a strong bird and channel (does not matter if it is scrambled or not (Try NOT to go for the HBO or Max stuff ...they are weak!). Starz is pretty strong on G1! and move it slowly around until...
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    Old Satellite Names

    HA...gotcha GOTCHA.... Some of you guys are as old as I am!:D I still need a chart to cross reference the "new" names for FTA! Jeff
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    What are your C-band (digital) levels?

    these are C band 4dtv Wasn't sure if you meant c band fta or 4dtv... The 4dtv sig level are subjective. I have an 8 ft perforated aluminum w/ .17k C Norstat band LNB (the dish is 20+ yrs old and LNB is over 10yrs old). My levels range from 75 to 98 depending on the bird and transponder. IT...
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    OT: I think they like the attention

    OT: I think a lot of these jerks that post about stealing stuff mostly like the attention. The one yesterday was an example. He obviously was able to write, and I believe he knew exactly what to expect.. He also went out of his way to mention our Mod's name! All you have to do is hang out...
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    922 VideoCipher Question

    NOT Dumb Definately NOT DUMB...GOOD ADVICE!
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    Some sats keep losing position.

    Wind huh... You wanna see some wind???? Try Northern Nevada!! Imagine 30mph winds blowing at 95d every afternoon (and those are the normal ones!)when it really gets windy say 70mph + I usually have to reset some sat positions. Seriously, My old no name actuator will miss occasionally...
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    help with motorola dsr 920

    sounds brain dead Sorry to say...but your 922 sounds like ITS battery is gone too....that causes it to lose its secutity codes and it is brain dead. As the others indicated....whatever took out your "module" battery probably also took out the 922! Anyone remember all my preaching...
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    What to look for in a used 4d receiver?

    The Battery IMHO...Try to find one where the battery has been replaced (The Lithium Battery is rated at about 10 yrs even though mine lasted at least 13 before I replaced it in the 920 before upgradeing to the 922.. The model 922 (newer) is a better unit with more feathures (inc AC-3) than...
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    a car rolled into my 10 ft "unimesh" dish

    Agreed I agree...I am not an attorney but I think that would fall under Negligent Liability in HIS policy! (Hopefully he has insurance!). As the others said, you could always file a claim under your own homeowners policy and let them go after his company. It gets really interesting if you...
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    922 VideoCipher Question

    Yep... Just like Voom Voom said! I did the same operation! Worst case senerio...you call your provider and ask for a rehit (only heard of this once though!!) Luck jeff
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    4dtv time off this morning

    Glad it worked Mike Glad it worked for you Mike... It is a handy dandy "fix" for a lot that goes on with the clock and IPG!!:) Regards jeff
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    fta and bud

    What Berg said! I have a 4dtv on BUD with co rotor II, Cband and .6 db ku band LNB's...get all the FTA I want just usung the KU normal LNB! Luck jeff
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    4dtv time off this morning

    Not here Nope...mine is still on...probably will catch up next guide hit you get! Jeff
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    4dtv Ipg

    maybe this You can also try to tune to G1-3 and hold down the guide button for about 30 seconds...this should force a download. jeff
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    bad 4dtv unit

    Are you sure you are tracking correctly? Is your 4dtv replacing something else....where you are sure you were correctly on the belt. Those high signals can also be caused by simple noise if not on a bird! The 922 has a more sensitive tuner section than a 920 (have them both) and I have...
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    Stay with analog, try digital again, or go to small dish?

    heck...fta heck, I see stuff on FTA (BUD) from countries that I never knew were countries!!! Pretty cool surfing!!!:D Favorite is still G10R with the Tube though! Jeff:)