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I have a question about low threshold receivers.
I currently own:
1 - Coolsat 5000
1 - Traxis 3500
2 - Pansat 3500
The Pansats will display with no pixelation channels even with high FEC numbers at around 30% SQ. On lower FEC like White Springs, they will display at 10% SQ.
The Coolsat has a threshold at around 65% SQ no matter what the FEC is.
The Traxis threshold is around 45% SQ, but it will vary with the FEC numbers.
I haven't ever been in love with the Coolsat for some reason which I can't figure out. Nothing wrong with it, does a good job, and has a pretty fast blind scan. I should have bought one of them first, but I didn't. I got a Pansat first and that may be part of the reason why.
What are some other brands, makes, models of FTA receivers that we don't hear about much, that have blind scan, handle motors well, handle multiple diseqc/22k switches well, have ac3 passthru, you get my drift.
I read the post about getting White Springs with 0% SQ by WEC4104 and he was using a Viewsat Ultra I believe.
I saw some of them being flushed on Ebay this morning. Brand new etc for ridiculously low prices.
The the VS ultra have the things I mentioned above?
If you have some answers or comments, please let me know.
Fred
I currently own:
1 - Coolsat 5000
1 - Traxis 3500
2 - Pansat 3500
The Pansats will display with no pixelation channels even with high FEC numbers at around 30% SQ. On lower FEC like White Springs, they will display at 10% SQ.
The Coolsat has a threshold at around 65% SQ no matter what the FEC is.
The Traxis threshold is around 45% SQ, but it will vary with the FEC numbers.
I haven't ever been in love with the Coolsat for some reason which I can't figure out. Nothing wrong with it, does a good job, and has a pretty fast blind scan. I should have bought one of them first, but I didn't. I got a Pansat first and that may be part of the reason why.
What are some other brands, makes, models of FTA receivers that we don't hear about much, that have blind scan, handle motors well, handle multiple diseqc/22k switches well, have ac3 passthru, you get my drift.
I read the post about getting White Springs with 0% SQ by WEC4104 and he was using a Viewsat Ultra I believe.
I saw some of them being flushed on Ebay this morning. Brand new etc for ridiculously low prices.
The the VS ultra have the things I mentioned above?
If you have some answers or comments, please let me know.
Fred
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That would be great is I know what an Attenuator was, and then where to get one.
Sorry, I am not an electronics genius.
I don't think the best way for a comparison is with an attenuator (a device like a big resistor), the receiver powers the LNB, if you place an attenuator between the receiver and the LNB you will reduce the current and voltage going to the LNB.
Also the attenuator might change the impedance of the system (receiver to lnb) which could give different results on different receivers, depending on their sensitivity over the L-Band spectrum.
I am sure Anole will share his thoughts soon
you know me too well...
I don't think the attenuator idea is a generally attractive one for most people.
And I discussed other options, above.
However, here is something -close- to the sort of attenuator I was talking about (warning: PDF file).
They do come in 75 ohm versions, so that's a moot point.
The power to the LNB is a problem and would need to be routed around the attenuator in the usual way.
The idea with an attenuator, would be to put it in line between the receiver and LNB...
... set it for no attenuation...
. . . then slowly lower the signal (increase the attenuation) 'till you got a pixilated picture.
Then, note the Q-rating on the receiver at this point as a reference.
You might also note how much attenuation (how many db) you had to apply before screwing up your signal.
And I do think that "pixelated picture" should probably be the criterion, but that's up for argument.
When comparing two receivers, you'd have to do them within minutes of each other.
Or do 1, 2, 1, 2, and see if the numbers match.
Better yet, you should do them in parallel (at the same time).
What you would get, is how many db down from the nominal signal, each could hold a clean picture.
One would obviously be the winner.
Just being able to say brand X held 6 db longer than brand Y, might be a revelation!
Of course, that would only be taken as truth, once several other members confirmed.
You could also report to the group, what point on the receiver's Q-scale it lost the picture to breakup.
Hopefully, the latter would be useful to other members with that receiver.
But in summation, the problem with DC at the attenuator, getting a decent attenuator, using it within its rated frequency, cost, et al, just make it a harsh choice for most members, here.
So, we should probably find a more simple method.
(didn't help, did it? )
I don't think the attenuator idea is a generally attractive one for most people.
And I discussed other options, above.
However, here is something -close- to the sort of attenuator I was talking about (warning: PDF file).
They do come in 75 ohm versions, so that's a moot point.
The power to the LNB is a problem and would need to be routed around the attenuator in the usual way.
The idea with an attenuator, would be to put it in line between the receiver and LNB...
... set it for no attenuation...
. . . then slowly lower the signal (increase the attenuation) 'till you got a pixilated picture.
Then, note the Q-rating on the receiver at this point as a reference.
You might also note how much attenuation (how many db) you had to apply before screwing up your signal.
And I do think that "pixelated picture" should probably be the criterion, but that's up for argument.
When comparing two receivers, you'd have to do them within minutes of each other.
Or do 1, 2, 1, 2, and see if the numbers match.
Better yet, you should do them in parallel (at the same time).
What you would get, is how many db down from the nominal signal, each could hold a clean picture.
One would obviously be the winner.
Just being able to say brand X held 6 db longer than brand Y, might be a revelation!
Of course, that would only be taken as truth, once several other members confirmed.
You could also report to the group, what point on the receiver's Q-scale it lost the picture to breakup.
Hopefully, the latter would be useful to other members with that receiver.
But in summation, the problem with DC at the attenuator, getting a decent attenuator, using it within its rated frequency, cost, et al, just make it a harsh choice for most members, here.
So, we should probably find a more simple method.
(didn't help, did it? )
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Didn't see a thread like this so I figured why not start one. This is about natural supplements. If you aren't into supplements, fine, but please let those of us who do want to discuss this discuss it.
The first one I wanted to mention has been a real life changer. I'm 62 and still do all of my own install work at my business....also do all the yard work at the house. A few years ago I started noticing that I was losing my range of movement, it was even getting hard to bend over and lace up my boots. Almost got stuck in an attic because I couldn't get turned around once the work was done. Didn't think much of it and figured with age comes stiffness that was only going to get worse as time went on.
It was then that I stumbled across a video which was discussing rotator cuff tears and why they were to prevalent these days. Turns out, the culprit is a simple deficiency in MANGANESE which is key in keeping your tendons flexible. Most anti-biotics strip your body of any manganese it might have had which is why certain anti-biotics, especially those in the Cipro family. I actually knew a man who had two tendons tear while on that stuff.
Went to Amazon and ordered some manganese. Now it took a while, it wasn't instant, but gradually I have regained all of my flexibility. I can bend over and touch my toes while standing with no pain and putting on my boots is no longer a chore.
Pretty cheap too. The bottle I ordered was a 200 ct for under $13. They said to take double the normal dose for the first month because most people are severely lacking, then go to one a day.
The first one I wanted to mention has been a real life changer. I'm 62 and still do all of my own install work at my business....also do all the yard work at the house. A few years ago I started noticing that I was losing my range of movement, it was even getting hard to bend over and lace up my boots. Almost got stuck in an attic because I couldn't get turned around once the work was done. Didn't think much of it and figured with age comes stiffness that was only going to get worse as time went on.
It was then that I stumbled across a video which was discussing rotator cuff tears and why they were to prevalent these days. Turns out, the culprit is a simple deficiency in MANGANESE which is key in keeping your tendons flexible. Most anti-biotics strip your body of any manganese it might have had which is why certain anti-biotics, especially those in the Cipro family. I actually knew a man who had two tendons tear while on that stuff.
Went to Amazon and ordered some manganese. Now it took a while, it wasn't instant, but gradually I have regained all of my flexibility. I can bend over and touch my toes while standing with no pain and putting on my boots is no longer a chore.
Pretty cheap too. The bottle I ordered was a 200 ct for under $13. They said to take double the normal dose for the first month because most people are severely lacking, then go to one a day.
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Can't help but wonder if a worker overlooked checking the harness. I rarely ride a roller coaster anymore but when I do I check the harness myself pretty aggressively.
Can't imagine what the son is going through.
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Can't imagine what the son is going through.
Dad levitated and bled then fell to his death from coaster
Eyewitnesses have shared fresh details of the horrific accident that happened at Six Flags Over Georgia on Monday afternoon.
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UPDATE: Six Flags is adding seatbelts to all 9 rollercoasters
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Six Flags adds important safety feature after teacher died
Hassan Kariem, 42, was killed at the theme park in Austell earlier this month, after he was thrown from his seat on the Goliath rollercoaster. Four others were injured.
Finally ....UPDATE: Six Flags is adding seatbelts to all 9 rollercoasters
Six Flags adds important safety feature after teacher died
Hassan Kariem, 42, was killed at the theme park in Austell earlier this month, after he was thrown from his seat on the Goliath rollercoaster. Four others were injured.
IS Amiko MIRA 3 any good ???
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Can you recommend the best to cover all bases. NO BEEPS on certain channels 101w (NEWSMAX ,NEWS NATION), a clock that keeps working STEADY for timed recording ,solid unit with good lifespan. My Amiko died AND my Linkbox has NO Favorites Button and BEEPS on many channels. Picking up 105 west with a NEW SHED IN THE Way with 6 foot Cband ..95 percent quality ...unbelievable.
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I set up a music server for my brother a few years ago. It's basically a small headless computer but it needs to have a DHCP IP address reserved for it in the router settings. This was easy to do in his DSL router. He's switching to Starlink now and I was wondering if these setting are easily accessible in the Starlink router. I'm pretty sure he will be getting the latest V5 router.
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Season 2 order already in hand:
'Star Trek: Starfleet Academy' Renewed for Season 2, Tatiana Maslany to Guest Star in Season 1
I've not been optimistic about this show based on what I've read so far. Seems to be aimed at a younger audience. Interesting though that Tatiana Maslany will have some sort of role.
'Star Trek: Starfleet Academy' Renewed for Season 2, Tatiana Maslany to Guest Star in Season 1
I've not been optimistic about this show based on what I've read so far. Seems to be aimed at a younger audience. Interesting though that Tatiana Maslany will have some sort of role.
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I don't know, but I still don't like her walking through the station or the academy with out her shoes. It looks unprofessional and very "hippy like" for someone of her status and I personally don't get off to feet, so there is that.
Stay out of my office. I rarely have shoes or socks on in the office. My office and business is at home thoughI don't know, but I still don't like her walking through the station or the academy with out her shoes. It looks unprofessional and very "hippy like" for someone of her status and I personally don't get off to feet, so there is that.
Say, I don't wear socks or shoes in my house either. But for a captain in Star Fleet it looks bad to be walking around the academy with no shoes. Gives off 1960 Hippie vibes.Stay out of my office. I rarely have shoes or socks on in the office. My office and business is at home though
You say that like it's a Bad thing or something ...
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I'm surprised Walmart hasn't banned this guy from all of their stores. He has been on their CASE the past few months.
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Love this guy's channel. Looks like Walmart has thrown in the towel when it comes to conventional car batteries.
I bought a new AGM battery from Walmart about a year ago, it is already needing replacing. I thought about just buying a regular battery but from what I've read, that might not be a smart move. Might check my Forscan program and see if I can change the battery type from AGM.
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I bought a new AGM battery from Walmart about a year ago, it is already needing replacing. I thought about just buying a regular battery but from what I've read, that might not be a smart move. Might check my Forscan program and see if I can change the battery type from AGM.
View: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=awe7kY5nvdU
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So let the game continue!
The last song was added by Bobby who posted...
One Meat Ball - Andrews Sisters
CONTINUE ON AND HAVE FUN! WELCOME HOME TO SATELLITEGUYS.US!
Here are the original rules for the game as posted by WebbyDude back in 2006. http://www.satelliteguys.us/threads/68645-Song-Name-Game
Just name a song title and the band who performed it. The next person does the same thing, but needs to list a song title or band name which includes a word from the previous entry. Pick songs from any genre.
Example:
Long Live Rock and Roll -- Rainbow
Rainbow in the Dark -- Dio
Another example:
Ride the Lightning -- Metallica
Lightning Strikes -- Ozzy Osbourne
Get it?
An additional note: we all know that song titles, sometimes, use profane words. Because this is a family friendly website it is advised that you clean up that title up a bit. This is accomplished by using something like sh!t instead of the real word. Thanks....
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