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I have both an XBOX 360 and a PS3 in my home theater. I do not have an HTPC.
I have a number of videos using various codecs that I would like to play in my home theater. One codec is the VLC in avi files.
Is there a good way to get either of the devices in my home theater to play these video files? I have both connected to the lan but have never attempted to connect them to my computers for file transfer and playback. Is anyone doing this sort of work and if so what is the best way to achieve the end goal of playing these videos in the home theater, short of connecting up a home theater PC to my PJ and sound system.
I have a number of videos using various codecs that I would like to play in my home theater. One codec is the VLC in avi files.
Is there a good way to get either of the devices in my home theater to play these video files? I have both connected to the lan but have never attempted to connect them to my computers for file transfer and playback. Is anyone doing this sort of work and if so what is the best way to achieve the end goal of playing these videos in the home theater, short of connecting up a home theater PC to my PJ and sound system.
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First off, don't consider me an expert, I just had good luck following the instructions.
This is what I did so if you are different in procedure look to that for why you are having trouble:
Hardware-
I have a PS3 and an XBOX360 connected via ethernet (hardwire) to my router.
They both are capable to go on the internet.
I went into the settings section of the xbox360 and got connected and the first thing it said was here's a key code, I recall 2 - 4 digit numbers. And instructed me to go to my PC and enter the key when requested. I wrote it down and went to the media center PC and entered the code after trying to connect to the XBOX360. The xbox 360 was sensed by the PC but would not connect until the key was entered.
Once I did this I had the same problem but remembered to always reboot the computer when in doubt. After a reboot the xbox 360 would see all the shared folders by default. I then searched for additional shared folders I had set up manually and in a few seconds they popped up too.
Did you enter the code on the PC?
Did you make sure your xbox was connecting to the internet before trying to connect as an extender? ( this to be sure your LAN is functioning to the XBOX.)
On the XBOX, there is a main menu for videos. This is where I first checked and where I first saw my PC listed as a sub folder that I accessed and first saw the windows default shared folder show up. I had the 3 sample videos from Microsoft in there.
Hope some of my newbie observations can help you.
Captprice-
I am still having problem with some videos even with the Nero realtime conversion program which isn't as robust as they would have you believe, but, I'm still new at this so maybe it's just me. I have lots more to learn, such as the difference between container and file format. I'm pretty good with traditional video but this stuff is all new to me. They give error messages in XBOX and then the "no icon" after first attempt.
First off, don't consider me an expert, I just had good luck following the instructions.
This is what I did so if you are different in procedure look to that for why you are having trouble:
Hardware-
I have a PS3 and an XBOX360 connected via ethernet (hardwire) to my router.
They both are capable to go on the internet.
I went into the settings section of the xbox360 and got connected and the first thing it said was here's a key code, I recall 2 - 4 digit numbers. And instructed me to go to my PC and enter the key when requested. I wrote it down and went to the media center PC and entered the code after trying to connect to the XBOX360. The xbox 360 was sensed by the PC but would not connect until the key was entered.
Once I did this I had the same problem but remembered to always reboot the computer when in doubt. After a reboot the xbox 360 would see all the shared folders by default. I then searched for additional shared folders I had set up manually and in a few seconds they popped up too.
Did you enter the code on the PC?
Did you make sure your xbox was connecting to the internet before trying to connect as an extender? ( this to be sure your LAN is functioning to the XBOX.)
On the XBOX, there is a main menu for videos. This is where I first checked and where I first saw my PC listed as a sub folder that I accessed and first saw the windows default shared folder show up. I had the 3 sample videos from Microsoft in there.
Hope some of my newbie observations can help you.
Captprice-
I am still having problem with some videos even with the Nero realtime conversion program which isn't as robust as they would have you believe, but, I'm still new at this so maybe it's just me. I have lots more to learn, such as the difference between container and file format. I'm pretty good with traditional video but this stuff is all new to me. They give error messages in XBOX and then the "no icon" after first attempt.
smokey- Yep, I'm a bit slow. Read right past where you said it does see the Media center on the computer.
Did you set the sharing attributes of the other computer folders you wish to see,plus have a wmv file in that folder? XBOX should see the WMV video files immediately. I had to put XBOX online in the store for an update to see the MP4 files. I have the additional folders set to guest sharing. IMO, vista is more difficult to set up but now I can see several vista and xp computers on my XBOX360. If sharing is set on the computer those folders are listed with the different computer names in the XBOX menu under "videos"; likewise under music, etc.
Read right past where you said it does see the Media center on the computer. Did you set the sharing attributes of the other computer folders you wish to see,plus have a wmv file in that folder? XBOX should see the WMV video files immediately. I had to put XBOX online in the store for an update to see the MP4 files. I have the additional folders set to guest sharing. IMO, vista is more difficult to set up but now I can see several vista and xp computers on my XBOX360. If sharing is set on the computer those folders are listed with the different computer names in the XBOX menu under "videos"; likewise under music, etc.
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Since the Reds have there thread we should too!
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Hello everyone, new guy here. I'm trying to solve problem I'm having with Dish bonus view channels. When I'm watching the bonus view channels then I switch back to regular dish channels, after few minutes the screen flips to black and after 30 seconds flips back to regular channels and continues to flip back and forth until I turn off TV. After I wait 30 minutes and turn back on , I can use regular channels again. So, its after I switch from bonus view channels to regular dish channels the problem starts. Been trying to fix this for a month, but no luck
Here what I've done.
i contacted Dish support and they sent me a new Joey3, but no help. Switched to a different HDMI input on TV, no help. Used different HDMI cable , no help. Used different electrical wall plug, no help.
Finally got a Dish tech to check it. He ran all systems check and was OK. Finally he brought in a small TV and plugged in the HDMI out from the Joey to the small TV. He could not get the problem to occur on his small TV, so the new Joey was working OK. So, then the problem must be myTV. He made some phone calls and came back with the answer that there must be a problem with the analog to digital switch in my TV. Has anyone ever heard of a problem like this, or is it time to be looking for a new TV? My tv LG OLED65C8PUA. TV has been trouble free til now. Thanks
Here what I've done.
i contacted Dish support and they sent me a new Joey3, but no help. Switched to a different HDMI input on TV, no help. Used different HDMI cable , no help. Used different electrical wall plug, no help.
Finally got a Dish tech to check it. He ran all systems check and was OK. Finally he brought in a small TV and plugged in the HDMI out from the Joey to the small TV. He could not get the problem to occur on his small TV, so the new Joey was working OK. So, then the problem must be myTV. He made some phone calls and came back with the answer that there must be a problem with the analog to digital switch in my TV. Has anyone ever heard of a problem like this, or is it time to be looking for a new TV? My tv LG OLED65C8PUA. TV has been trouble free til now. Thanks
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Thanks to Fitch Ratings ( who gives the ratings on Credit and debt, as approved by the SEC, so they have accurate numbers) we have the totals.
DIRECTV's video subscriber base is the third-largest traditional multi-channel video programming distributor (MVPD) in the U.S. with about 8.2 million subscribers at the end of 1Q26.
The last time it was reported, it was 8.8M at the end of 2Q25, so only a 600,000 loss for 3 quarters, which is a major improvement, since for many years before that, it was losing 500,000 a quarter, 2 Million a year.
It is now losing less than Dish/Sling combined, I believe the Genre Packs are helping to retain and get subscribers.
DIRECTV's video subscriber base is the third-largest traditional multi-channel video programming distributor (MVPD) in the U.S. with about 8.2 million subscribers at the end of 1Q26.
The last time it was reported, it was 8.8M at the end of 2Q25, so only a 600,000 loss for 3 quarters, which is a major improvement, since for many years before that, it was losing 500,000 a quarter, 2 Million a year.
It is now losing less than Dish/Sling combined, I believe the Genre Packs are helping to retain and get subscribers.
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Recently came back to DirectTV Satellite service and have two boxes, Gemini and a main HR54.
DirecTV is charging me two "TV access fees" of $10 each, but can only watch TV on the one without the server. Is there anything I can do to fix this?
DirecTV is charging me two "TV access fees" of $10 each, but can only watch TV on the one without the server. Is there anything I can do to fix this?
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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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I feel like this was discussed in another thread, but I can't find it. I have T-Mobile and my last iPhone upgrade was in 2020. I want to get a new iPhone, but what is the best way to go about doing it? Should I order the iPhone from T-Mobile directly, or should I buy from the Apple Store? I feel like there are pros/cons to each option.
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I have a Hopper with Sling. (Don't know exact model.) A couple nights ago, I went into the DVR screen, and noted that it was recording three programs. Yet I was able to view live TV (that was not one of the channels being recorded.) Did something change? In the past, it would only let me watch one of the channels being recorded, or any recording in the DVR menu. Maybe it was streaming, although there was no indication of that?
Apologies if this has been covered; I searched and didn't find anything.
Thanks.
Apologies if this has been covered; I searched and didn't find anything.
Thanks.
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Time for another AWESOME video from iJustine!
View: https://www.youtube.com/shorts/YJjxjYvmQ8s
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View: https://www.youtube.com/shorts/YJjxjYvmQ8s
Direct YouTube Link - Good Bye, Tim! Last WWDC
The official iJustine Website's Website
Buy her book!
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WANTED DirecTV LCC
Anyone have a DirecTV Local Channel Connector that you'd like to get rid of at a reasonable price? DirecTV is currently in a contract dispute with owner of my local ABC affiliate.
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I did that. The response was that the LCC is not available. Escalated the issue to a tech support person with the same results.
Could be out of them I guess ... I'd keep trying, every 3-4 days.I did that. The response was that the LCC is not available. Escalated the issue to a tech support person with the same results.
If they are not out of them as them WHY you can't get one, seeing Your in a Dispute. Thats what they are for.
I would make them give you a real answer, don't let them off the hook.
I had one, and it worked well, but I believe I gave it to another D* friend (also had a AM21), I know I gave them away ...
According to the tech support guy, they don't have any in stock. He said I should receive an email when and if they have them. I even told him I would accept a refurbished unit.
I'm not sure your going to find any Refurbished ones as D* doesn't ask for them back.According to the tech support guy, they don't have any in stock. He said I should receive an email when and if they have them. I even told him I would accept a refurbished unit.
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Did anyone have a price increase today on their equipment? I own my VIP211k's, and they have been $5.00. My bill that I received last week shows the "add-ons" as being $5.00. However, I just logged into my Dish account, and my "add-ons" are now $10.00. Did the additional receivers go up by $5.00 recently?
As I mentioned, my last bill shows $5.00 and under the notes, nothing is mentioned about a price increase.
As I mentioned, my last bill shows $5.00 and under the notes, nothing is mentioned about a price increase.
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