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Hello all!
I'm new to the hobby and I've been reading the forums for as much information as I can get
. I'm looking into some local dealers for my dish, but I did just pick up a used pansat 2500a. It powers on and I can poke around the menu, but I guess I'm limited without a dish 
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Something occured to me after I bought the pansat. What do I do if the last owner used it to steal Dish network service? Would it still work for FTA? Is there a way to check? I know hack talk isn't allowed, but surely it's ok to ask how to reverse the process.
I'm new to the hobby and I've been reading the forums for as much information as I can get
. I'm looking into some local dealers for my dish, but I did just pick up a used pansat 2500a. It powers on and I can poke around the menu, but I guess I'm limited without a dish . Something occured to me after I bought the pansat. What do I do if the last owner used it to steal Dish network service? Would it still work for FTA? Is there a way to check? I know hack talk isn't allowed, but surely it's ok to ask how to reverse the process
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changing firmware isn't difficult
You should first confirm that this is correct, but generally ya do the following, in this order:
- turn off the receiver with the power button on the front (or remote)
- power off your receiver with the switch on the rear
- connect the serial cable from your computer serial port to the DB9 on the receiver
- run the loader software on your computer
- select the firmware file you want to write to the receiver
- tell the loader program to begin download
- power on the receiver switch on the rear
- wait for the download to complete (watch the front panel of the receiver and the computer screen)
- even when you think you are done, wait to see if maybe the receiver is still working (lights flashing)
- once done, you usually get a complete indication on the receiver front panel and computer screen (find out what to look for on this receiver)
- power off the receiver with the switch on the rear
- disconnect the cable to the receiver
- power on the receiver with the rear power switch
- turn on the receiver with the front panel switch
- occasionally it may be necessary to go into the setup menu and do a factory reset at this point
I think that should do it. Sounds harder than it is.
Just be sure you do the steps in proper sequence, and you wont have any trouble.
And again, let me insist that you find some download document or instructions and verify the steps above.
If I list a few more steps , it is because I've tried to document every little thing.
... and if I've forgotten anything, I'm sure someone will post.
You should first confirm that this is correct, but generally ya do the following, in this order:
- turn off the receiver with the power button on the front (or remote)
- power off your receiver with the switch on the rear
- connect the serial cable from your computer serial port to the DB9 on the receiver
- run the loader software on your computer
- select the firmware file you want to write to the receiver
- tell the loader program to begin download
- power on the receiver switch on the rear
- wait for the download to complete (watch the front panel of the receiver and the computer screen)
- even when you think you are done, wait to see if maybe the receiver is still working (lights flashing)
- once done, you usually get a complete indication on the receiver front panel and computer screen (find out what to look for on this receiver)
- power off the receiver with the switch on the rear
- disconnect the cable to the receiver
- power on the receiver with the rear power switch
- turn on the receiver with the front panel switch
- occasionally it may be necessary to go into the setup menu and do a factory reset at this point
I think that should do it. Sounds harder than it is.
Just be sure you do the steps in proper sequence, and you wont have any trouble.
And again, let me insist that you find some download document or instructions and verify the steps above.
If I list a few more steps , it is because I've tried to document every little thing.
... and if I've forgotten anything, I'm sure someone will post.
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Thanks everyone!
I finally got time to flash the box. It seems to be working now (albeit without a dish). I'm hoping to order a 36" dish this week. I'm looking into a Fortec.
I finally got time to flash the box. It seems to be working now (albeit without a dish). I'm hoping to order a 36" dish this week. I'm looking into a Fortec.
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Starting a thread klang !
After an amazing first 2 seasons and an 8 episode 3rd season still coming this year, season 4 has now been greenlit.
After an amazing first 2 seasons and an 8 episode 3rd season still coming this year, season 4 has now been greenlit.
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Patrick Stewart died yesterday, October 28th at the age of 86. We lost yet another great actor. 
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Patrick Stewart, ‘Star Trek’ Captain and ‘X-Men’ Superhero, Dies at 86
He’s forever known for playing Jean-Luc Picard and Charles Xavier, whom he “admired for their morality, for their kindness, for their sensitivity, for their compassion.”
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Understanding the TPN Map
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National (50-States or wide/NAT+PR beams)
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Local (Local-Into-Local or narrow/Spot beams)
Additional tabs provide:
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VOD (Video On_Demand) Records
Offline Records
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Net Decoder a graphic presentation of all satellites and transponders
VOD (Video On_Demand) Records
Offline Records
Engr Records
Net Decoder a graphic presentation of all satellites and transponders
Domestic Satellites
@99W...... D11, D14
@101W.... D16
@103W.... D12, D15
@110W.... D5
@119W.... D8
@99W...... D11, D14
@101W.... D16
@103W.... D12, D15
@110W.... D5
@119W.... D8
Understanding the TPN Map
Making Sense of the TPN Map Display Conventions
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Sometimes a thread gets so many posts in it that is can cause issues for the server so that why today we introduce The Song Name Game Part 3!
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....
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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This is a thread that will keep you apprised of 4K events that will be showing on Dish channel 540. Keep looking here for information.
As of today, 9-27-17, there are no scheduled events posted for the next 2 weeks. That is subject to change on a daily basis.
As of today, 9-27-17, there are no scheduled events posted for the next 2 weeks. That is subject to change on a daily basis.
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Good...simple humor. Enjoy
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I created this thread on the original Edgecutter Cutting Edge Forums site. It's simply a place for those to review the latest software available for those using Windows 10 and Windows 11. To date it has received 112,559 views. I have been asked by staff to continue this thread here.
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To each there own but I've found that Windows can't do much more than Linux can. Can't have everything.
For niche use cases, yes I agree. Kali for ethical hacking and security testing, and running a Cacti server for network monitoring are the two things I have experience in. Plus thousands and thousands of other things, but for every day use I just can't see it. The owner of the GMRS repeater that I pay to access is changing the Tx DPL tones tomorrow, while Chirp is available on Linux, the software to program my MXT500 is not.To each there own but I've found that Windows can't do much more than Linux can. Can't have everything.
I run Fedora and Ubuntu in VMWare, honestly I don't care much for the UI of either of them and I don't feel like spending days/weeks to customize the UI to make it look Windows-like when I could just use Windows. The cartoonish dock at the bottom of the screen reminds me of Apple products.
Actually it looks like there are a lot of features new or updated, although most are on a gradual rollout schedule.
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KB5127936 Windows 11 Cumulative Update Preview build 26200.9818 (25H2) and 26300.9818 (26H2) - Oct. 28
Microsoft Support: This cumulative update for Windows 11, versions 26H2 and 25H2 (KB5127936), includes production-quality improvements. Announcements and messages This section provides key notifications related to this release, including announcements, change logs, and end-of-support notices...
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Interesting article about the work being done to develope an ATSC 3 converter box. Yes it does mention affordable.
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Pearl TV Issues Progress Report on Low-Cost 3.0 Converters in Advance of NAB Show New York
Group has secured lower pricing from key tech players to make less costly boxes available
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It's dead, they just don't know it yet. They killed it by forcing DRM on it, and that TOTALLY botched implementing it.
There is absolutely NO compelling reason for anybody to switch to ATSC3.0. They only want it as a total and complete money grab.
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WHAT ABOUT THE INTERNET PART OF IT. NO ONE WANTS A BOX CONNECTED TO THE INTERNET EITHER.
It's dead, they just don't know it yet. They killed it by forcing DRM on it, and that TOTALLY botched implementing it.
There is absolutely NO compelling reason for anybody to switch to ATSC3.0. They only want it as a total and complete money grab.
That would be handy. Download the latest RNA snippets that can be updated over 5G and no more shots! You're a Genius!Cough, cough. COVID vaccine implants.
Over the past few weeks, I have had problems connecting to streaming services (Netflix, HBO et al). When I go to the TV's native Channels, I have no problem. The Dish internet troubleshooter shows I have a good internet connection. I'm wondering whether it's an issue with my internet provider or a problem with the Dish software on the Hopper Plus. Anyone else seeing this?
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It states the average amount they are under water is OVER $7,000. 
Personally, I tend to be the type that drives a vehicle for a lot of years....do my own oil changes and other fluid changes. Just replaced the spark plugs and a couple coils. Youtube is great for things like this.
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Personally, I tend to be the type that drives a vehicle for a lot of years....do my own oil changes and other fluid changes. Just replaced the spark plugs and a couple coils. Youtube is great for things like this.
Nearly 3 In 10 New-Car Trade-Ins Are Underwater, Edmunds Finds<!-- --> | ZeroHedge
ZeroHedge - On a long enough timeline, the survival rate for everyone drops to zero
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