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Cemguy
Last reply · posted in Glorystar Support Forum
Over the past week or so, I've been intermittently losing (no signal) either all the G19 stations or all the AMC4 stations.

It seemed to happen most often when changing channels either in full-screen mode or list mode when originally on a G19 station, changing to an AMC4 station then back to a G19 station (or AMC4 to G19 to AMC4).

Until today, I could get the missing (no signal) stations back by turning the STB off, waiting 10 seconds, then turning it back on again.

Today that didn't work.

I decided to do a "factory reset" to make sure no settings were inadvertently changed. I foolishly pressed "OK" for factory reset which, of course, meant that all the Glorystar channels disappeared.

I then read the manual and typed in "2020" at the "factory reset" screen and got the list of channels back with the settings, apparently, returned to the GloryStar defaults.

However, still no G19 channels for about 10 minutes, then they came back.

I did an "auto scan" and while sorting out the results (deleting, moving, etc.) I would again "lose" either all the G19 or AMC4 stations.

Until I find out what's going on, I arranged all of the G19 stations we watch most in the first 10 channel positions, the rest of the G19 stations after that, followed by the AMC4 stations we watch most, followed by the rest of the AMC4 stations (to avoid switching between G19 and AMC4 to the extent possible). I had to turn the STB off, wait 10 seconds, then turn it back on again and now I have the G19 stations. I'm avoiding checking the AMC4 stations to avoid losing the G19 stations again.

Another weird thing is that, a couple of times when I lost the G19 stations, all of which except for 1 are Vertical polarization, when I moved to the one G19 channel we often watch which has Horizontal polarization, then back to one of the other G19 stations, I got the G19 stations back (but lost the AMC4 stations again.

Help!!!!

Anything I should check in the receiver settings? How should I troubleshoot?

Here are the settings in the "antenna setup" screen:

For Galaxy 19 (Galaxy 25 Ku in the menu):

LNB Type: LNB-10750
Positioner: Off
Transponder: 12177/V/23000
0/22Khz: On
Switch: DISEqC 1.0
Input: LNB 2
Port (greyed out): 1


For AMC4:

LNB Type: LNB-10750
Positioner: Off
Transponder: 11708/V/2170
0/22Khz: Off
Switch: DISEqC 1.0
Input: LNB 1
Port (greyed out): 1
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Glorystar1
This is some type of switching error or low Signal Quality.

Quality above 50%?

Using existing pre installed coax cables or the cables that were provided with your system?

RG6 Coax Cable?

Splitters?

Check connections for corrosion.

Replace switch.
Cemguy
This is some type of switching error or low Signal Quality.

Quality above 50%?

Using existing pre installed coax cables or the cables that were provided with your system?

RG6 Coax Cable?

Splitters?

Check connections for corrosion.

Replace switch.

No changes since 04/08 when installed. Same signal qualities as always. Same physical condition as when installed.

I've ordered 2 of the "new" 2x1 switches (at $9 I thought it would be good to have an extra on hand...although shipping, for some reason, is almost as much as the switches).

Is the "new" ECODA switch a direct replacement (connections are arranged differently from the existing switch - opposite sides on new, same side on existing based on picture).

I'm assuming I can turn power to STB off, unplug STB, replace switch and should be ready to go. Is that correct?

It sounds like a switching problem to me, but is it possible that the receiver is not sending the switching voltages properly?

By the way, now rather than just using the remote to turn the STB off and on to get the channels back I have to turn the STB power switch off and on.

Thanks for your help.
Glorystar1
No changes since 04/08 when installed. Same signal qualities as always. Same physical condition as when installed.

I wouldn't assume that the connections aren't getting corrosion in the winter weather. Unreliable switching is more likely to be a bad cable or connector than any other reason. The 22KHz switch will probably work better as it does not rely on a modulated 22KHz signal, but rather a straight ON/OFF 22KHz tone.

I've ordered 2 of the "new" 2x1 switches (at $9 I thought it would be good to have an extra on hand...although shipping, for some reason, is almost as much as the switches).

Yes. A single switch costs as much to prep and ship as 10 switches.

Is the "new" ECODA switch a direct replacement (connections are arranged differently from the existing switch - opposite sides on new, same side on existing based on picture).

LNBF #1 to Switch Port #1 LNBF #2 to Port #2.

I'm assuming I can turn power to STB off, unplug STB, replace switch and should be ready to go. Is that correct?

Correct. Just the same as the installation process.

It sounds like a switching problem to me, but is it possible that the receiver is not sending the switching voltages properly?

A DiSEqC switch is controlled by a modulated 22KHz tone, not voltage. It is highly unlikely that the receiver is at fault if the switch sometimes will change. Switching ON/OFF of the receiver cuts the tone generation and power then reapplies both. Very typical to force a switch to occur when resending commands in this manner. The problem is most likely related to the coax cable (moisture wicking through a damaged cover, sharp bend or kink, corrosive fitting, inappropriate cabling or insertion of a splitter or diplexer, etc.)

By the way, now rather than just using the remote to turn the STB off and on to get the channels back I have to turn the STB power switch off and on.

Thanks for your help.
rv1pop
OH WOW! I just spent 3 hours - very simular symptoms - troubleshooting an install I did for an older couple. They had made a purchase (3ABN ??) and wanted it instatlled so I did it for them (about 10 monyhs ago). After 2 1/2 hours I finally noticed that the coax center (and wire) had backed out from face about 1/4 inch on crimp on connectors. One I was able to stretch the cable back in, the other, I had to recrimp. Now both polarities on both satellites are solid. No visible damage or corrosion. Problem solved.
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Cemguy
Today I was watching a G19 station, switched to an AMC4 station. The AMC4 station had no signal. When I switched back to the G19 station it had no signal.

I switched the reciver off using the power switch on back of the box, waited 10 seconds, then turned it on again. Got the G19 channels back.

I checked all connections. They all looked good. I decided to make sure the connections at the switch were tight. I applied pressure to all. The most any moved was maybe 1/16 revolution.

Checked back at the receiver. Only can get AMC4 stations now. Even switching box on and off won't bring the G19 Stations back.
Cemguy
Replaced coax between switch and receiver.

Can now switch back and forth between G19 and AMC4 without problems.

Will wait 48 hours before declaring problem solved.
Cemguy
No further malfunctions for over 48 hours.

Problem appears to have been solved.
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osu1991
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Another Tulsa King spin off.🙄
dishstaller
Another Tulsa King spin off.🙄
But.....if you like Tulsa King....looks like you would probably like this as well. I don't mind spin-offs as long as they don't involve a sassy niece who moves from the big city :rolleyes:
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I thought I would come here and find lots of complaints about the update to the dish anywhere mobile app, but am not seeing any. It used to look just like the desktop webpage. Now you can no longer filter by sports channels or movie channels. Plus that they made it look like a big button telephone and you see fewer channels in the screen which requires more scrolling. Yes I realize you can look at sports then select which sport you want to look at, I just liked being able to see all sporting events in the guide with all other channels being filtered out. Am I alone in the wilderness on this?
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Not alot of dish customers any more
Foxbat
I'm not a big fan of the new layout, especially on my Apple TV. It used to look like the old Guide layout on the Hopper 3, but they changed parts of that, too.
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I really dislike change for the sake of change
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Anyone else watch this show? Any guesses as to what was in the box Gibbs gave to Abby that was on her desk? It look liked it was glowing.

I also heard that someone was leaving the show at the end of this season. Any guesses as to who thats going to be?
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Jimbo

Howard ...
You don't like Tony, or Tony as the Director (he's only been there for 30 seconds now) or you don't like NCIS ?
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Howard ...
You don't like Tony, or Tony as the Director (he's only been there for 30 seconds now) or you don't like NCIS ?
Tony as the director.🙄
Jimbo
Tony as the director.🙄
Would you rather have LaRoche ???
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I liked this episode and a toned down Tony...
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Would you rather have LaRoche ???
No. Bring in someone new.🤔 Tony is not serious enough for me. Parker is too close to the team and Tim is too young to take over IMO.
Jimbo
No. Bring in someone new.🤔 Tony is not serious enough for me. Parker is too close to the team and Tim is too young to take over IMO.
I don't think Tim and Tony are that far apart in Age ...

Remember what Tony said to Tim when they first got back together ...
Tony said: I am the New Tony, Tim .... (something to that effect)

Tony has changed, he's been running his Security Business ... I'm sure he has grown up.

Give it time ... your judging the New Tony from the old Tony.

It sounds like Tim won't be around the Team much longer either.
dishstaller
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Might be worth a watch when it comes out. Looks like typical big corp against the little guy movie BUT....there is a reason this plot type is so oft repeated, it draws audiences.


View: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_-f9OGsKHd4
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dishstaller
BTW, I noticed right after I posted this that someone else had already mentioned it....sorry for the duplicate thread. Still looking forward to seeing the movie.
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If you're going try to read / listen to the book (can't recommend the audio book enough) before this comes out, I'd avoid trailers.

Trailer below, spoiling it to make sure you read the above bold message first. The book / audio book are fantastic. Go into this blind if you can IMO!




Kind of disappointed at how much they show. A lot still to see, but man, some good reveals in the book that are just served up here.
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I've seen it twice. Can't recommend the audio book enough, Ray Porter's performance is amazing and there's so much more in the book than the movie.
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"Project Hail Mary" should be on Prime Video starting Friday, July 3.
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Forgot to comment. I did watch when it first came out on MGM. I enjoyed it a lot. I think reading the book made it easier to watch. Several friends commented it was a little hard to follow.
TRG
TRG
"astrophage". I read the book but didn't see the film yet.
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"Project Hail Mary" should be on Prime Video starting Friday, July 3.
That's what I will be watching this weekend.🤗
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Kindle book on sale for $2.99 today at Amazon.
dishstaller
.........there's so much more in the book than the movie.
I agree. That can go for pretty much any book vs movie. Back when I was single I would read any Stephen King or John Grisham book I could get my hands on. When you read a book you make up the scenes and characters in your mind.....the movie version always disappoints.
meStevo
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Schedule drops tomorrow. Mandatory mini camps in June. Hall of Fame game August 6th.
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Selfish Drake Maye holds back on giving the ball to Bills unlike Jags game, gets the win on the road.
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Selfish Drake Maye holds back on giving the ball to Bills unlike Jags game, gets the win on the road.
A big win for the Patriots, and they are now 3-2.

Browns lose a close one with... The Jets. That is a classic Browns loss (granted, any loss is a classic one it seems). 49'ers, Vikings, and Chiefs remain undefeated. The AFC north have a three way tie at 3-2 for second place. :eek:
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Hopefully nowhere near a microphone.
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Hopefully nowhere near a microphone.
After having experienced Gus Ferguson trying to call soccer games, I'm uncertain why NFL football analysts get hate. Even the "worst" of them are pretty good.
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Jalen Hurts out indefinitely as they treat and monitor a superficial blood clot in his leg.


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I had quit watching this show years ago because I ended up more annoyed than entertained. Well......I'm STILL more annoyed than entertained. I DO find it interesting to see how things work behind the scenes at many businesses. What annoys me is how utterly out of touch CEOs are with the companies they run. At the end of almost every episode the head of the company is amazed at how hard the employees have to work and many times have to work around impossible guidelines set forth from headquarters.

I found this one interesting because the new CEO had big plans for this company, Muscle Maker Grill, and it looked like the stores were all pretty busy. Recent history hasn't been good to this company however. I bet the covid lockdowns were the real killer.


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