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Hey guys newb here to the FTA, Name is Dave...
I have been doing research on the FTA subject for some time but never found the need to jump in yet.
With the DTV switch and all i have hooked my OTA antenna back up and am enjoying all the new free crystal clear channels from my local broadcasters.
Still with all the major networks there is a few things I'm missing out on and am relying on my local cable provider "Comcast" to fill the gaps.
Comcast however is now switching there Basic cable line up in some areas over to mostly digital "this switch is happening now in my area".
The channels that they will still broadcast in analog "lowest of the low basic cable service is channels 2-25 tops" in my area are the same exact channels i get for free over the OTA setup plus add the shopping channels "which i could care less about".
Now granted i can stick with them and get the digital converter but they are going to charge more even for basic "digital" cable. And i still need to get a box for every t.v. Why bother!
So i want to setup a nice FTA system ready for anything i need in the future.
Based on my research " a lot coming from this site thank you very much" Im interested in a HD setup to go with my FTA. I would also like a DVR and motorized dish controll.
So for my box the only all in one i can see that i would want is the AZbox HD . Seen plenty of people happy with it. I like that it can handle DiSEqC motorized controls and all the extra features its capable of.
I will probably supplement some of my extra channels with a DSS provider like Direct or Dish.. so im looking at dual LBN's with linear and circular to fill in the gaps i will be leaving with cable.
For dish size im gonna limit myself to 36 inches just because of my neighborhood. I would love to put a larger dish out there and get all the C band but due to community restrictions that will not be possible yet.
so just trying to get your advice on the setup before i purchase it.
Im looking at the getting the AZbox HD Premium and will toss a nice sata drive in it. I would like set it up with the DVB-S2 tuner and also the ATSC Tuner in the box. Guessing this is my best configuration for North America. "does the ATSC tuner work in conjuction witht he DVR feature? and how well does it work? should i just use the one in my tv?"
Im also looking at a 36 inch motorized dish with a Invacom QPH031 Quad Polar CPLP LNBF I figured this would set me up for the FTA and DSS STB's and still leave me room to expand to another TV in the future aswell.
The setup i found was $195 for
seemed to be a decent price for the full setup and combined with a AZbox it looked like a nice setup to get me started.
What do you guys think?
I'm up for some other suggestions. I like the Go Go feature of the AZbox. but not sure how well the blind scan works?
I would like a nice all in one style box with room to grow and the AZ seemed best.
Let me know what you think of the dish setup.. 36 inches is probably about as big as i can go without complaints from the neighbors but i might be able to go a little bigger if it will make a difference.
Thanks guys
I have been doing research on the FTA subject for some time but never found the need to jump in yet.
With the DTV switch and all i have hooked my OTA antenna back up and am enjoying all the new free crystal clear channels from my local broadcasters.
Still with all the major networks there is a few things I'm missing out on and am relying on my local cable provider "Comcast" to fill the gaps.
Comcast however is now switching there Basic cable line up in some areas over to mostly digital "this switch is happening now in my area".
The channels that they will still broadcast in analog "lowest of the low basic cable service is channels 2-25 tops" in my area are the same exact channels i get for free over the OTA setup plus add the shopping channels "which i could care less about".
Now granted i can stick with them and get the digital converter but they are going to charge more even for basic "digital" cable. And i still need to get a box for every t.v. Why bother!
So i want to setup a nice FTA system ready for anything i need in the future.
Based on my research " a lot coming from this site thank you very much" Im interested in a HD setup to go with my FTA. I would also like a DVR and motorized dish controll.
So for my box the only all in one i can see that i would want is the AZbox HD . Seen plenty of people happy with it. I like that it can handle DiSEqC motorized controls and all the extra features its capable of.
I will probably supplement some of my extra channels with a DSS provider like Direct or Dish.. so im looking at dual LBN's with linear and circular to fill in the gaps i will be leaving with cable.
For dish size im gonna limit myself to 36 inches just because of my neighborhood. I would love to put a larger dish out there and get all the C band but due to community restrictions that will not be possible yet.
so just trying to get your advice on the setup before i purchase it.
Im looking at the getting the AZbox HD Premium and will toss a nice sata drive in it. I would like set it up with the DVB-S2 tuner and also the ATSC Tuner in the box. Guessing this is my best configuration for North America. "does the ATSC tuner work in conjuction witht he DVR feature? and how well does it work? should i just use the one in my tv?"
Im also looking at a 36 inch motorized dish with a Invacom QPH031 Quad Polar CPLP LNBF I figured this would set me up for the FTA and DSS STB's and still leave me room to expand to another TV in the future aswell.
The setup i found was $195 for
- 1 90cm Dish
- 1 Invacom QPH031 Quad Polar CPLP LNBF
(DSS + FSS Linear & Circular LNB/LNBF 13/18) - 1 diseqc 4x1 switch
- 1 DiSEqC 1.2 HH motor
- 4 RG6 surge protectors
seemed to be a decent price for the full setup and combined with a AZbox it looked like a nice setup to get me started.
What do you guys think?
I'm up for some other suggestions. I like the Go Go feature of the AZbox. but not sure how well the blind scan works?
I would like a nice all in one style box with room to grow and the AZ seemed best.
Let me know what you think of the dish setup.. 36 inches is probably about as big as i can go without complaints from the neighbors but i might be able to go a little bigger if it will make a difference.
Thanks guys
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I have to second phlatwound's suggestion of a Coolsat to start with. :up As he pointed out, the prices are very reasonable. I've seen used boxes going for as little as $20 on ebay.
I bought a Coolsat 7000 for my starter system back in 07' and have not regretted it one bit. The added time machine and dvr function of the 7000 or 7100 is also something to consider. They don't seem to sell for much more than the 5000 and 6000's do, so for maybe another $10 or $20 you can pause live tv and record on an external hard drive (if you have one).
I bought a Coolsat 7000 for my starter system back in 07' and have not regretted it one bit. The added time machine and dvr function of the 7000 or 7100 is also something to consider. They don't seem to sell for much more than the 5000 and 6000's do, so for maybe another $10 or $20 you can pause live tv and record on an external hard drive (if you have one).
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I know HipKat said that they were working on conversions but we got the official news yesterday right from Dish that starting next month all DMA's will be on the western arc, and all customers will be assigned to that. That's gonna mean a lot of customers around here aren't gonna get Dish unless there are exceptions. Too many mountains and trees.
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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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. can we say over priced garbage!!!I'm thinking of switching to DirecTV and wanted to know what equipment I should be asking for.
I'm wanting wired satellite due to that fact that I live in the sticks and there is no reliable, decent speed internet for streaming available.
What would be the correct equipment for three 4K tvs in the house?
I'm wanting wired satellite due to that fact that I live in the sticks and there is no reliable, decent speed internet for streaming available.
What would be the correct equipment for three 4K tvs in the house?
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why not just do a rebranding of the two
As they pivot away from using dishes and more toward streaming, the DirecTV brand would make much more sense.why not just do a rebranding of the two
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agree to a certain point!!! is charlies pockets gonna get tight and will he cancel channels because he don't want to pay for them??? a hopper 3 on dtv channel lineup would be amazing and every mans dream come true lol
Squirrels have eaten my antenna wire on my home unit that is a car radio running of the 12 volt side of my solar system. I need a new antenna and would like to add something to one of my existing masts. The reason I am looking at this that I am also covered in trees which has not been a problem, but something mast mounted would future proof me. Thanks in advance.
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We have the pro-500 and it's a beast pulling in the signal!!! always full bars no matter how much it rains. it's worth every penny
I am a animal lover, but this year I gave up gardening. Even moved it to potted plants on the second story deck last year. Can't tell you how much use my Ruger 10-22 got, but it was a losing battle for me. Never got any food. So now they eat coax instead! 20 acres of dense woods behind me and my stuff tastes better, either veggies or wires!
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i might think about running cables through some conduit to prevent the Squirrels from chewing em all to hell
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Walter Koenig, Chekov on Original ‘Star Trek,’ Dies at 90
Walter Koenig, who memorably played Chekov in the original "Star Trek" series and seven "Star Trek" feature films, died Sunday in Los Angeles.
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Rest In Peace 
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Really excited for this season with Kentucky having a new coach and some really exciting recruits. Probably won't last long, but here's hoping this season is great.
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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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We have a Breakfast and Dinner thread so...
Continuing from the Breakfast thread, found Cornbread mix so ...
Yellow Cornbread Mix
2 Hatch Green Chiles -diced
1 Egg
2/3 cup of milk
add to greased pan
Bake for 400f 20-25 minutes(From instructions)
now to put together and try... this to go with pinto beans...
Continuing from the Breakfast thread, found Cornbread mix so ...
Yellow Cornbread Mix
2 Hatch Green Chiles -diced
1 Egg
2/3 cup of milk
add to greased pan
Bake for 400f 20-25 minutes(From instructions)
now to put together and try... this to go with pinto beans...
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