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I have spent the afternoon in the twilight zone.

This is a job that I wired 6 months ago and only got signal inside of the house for a company that was doing a home automation system for the customer, I did not put the receivers in "the other company did" so I do not know if the system has always been like this or if the issue just arouse in the past 2 weeks when I found out about the problem.

The problem: 9 HDDVR's, 5 of which are HR24's, 4 are HR23's. The 23's are working no problem, the 24's however are not receiving signal on 99c transponder 7 which carries HBOHD. I have revalidated the 24's with no problem, also redownloaded software. I can also take a 23 and put in the place of a 24 and it works NO problem.

The setup "signal from dish to swm splitters: 5lnb ka/ku---150 foot of cable---sonora SEQ409---sonora LAL204a---sonora HRPID1422 polarity locker---16db taps---150 foot of cable---SEQ409---LAL204---12db taps---splitting inside a SWMBOX-32 "this is what you used before the SWM16/32 switches where available I think it is the 2nd generation SWMBOX" 3 total swm 8's--- from one swm 8 to a 2 way sws to 2 receivers; from 2 of the swm 8's to 2 sonora LA141R-T into 2, 4 way sws to 7 receivers.

Along with the above trouble shooting I eliminated the first boosters so now I have the Lnb--300ft cable---SEQ409----LAL204a---polarity locker----splitting to 3 swm8's etc. I thought I might be getting to much signal even with the taps in but nothing changed when I done this.

My signal on 99c is along the ranges of mid 90's on most transponders, two I have high 80's and transponder 7 is the only one that has 0 (on the 23's the signal on transponder 7 is 65)


Please Please help:confused:

I will post a few pics in a moment,
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HCI
HCI
Can you still order HR 23's??? If so at a last resort I can replace all the 24's with 23's
Claude Greiner
Start at your distribution point and see if you can take one of the HR 24's and see it it works properly when connected up within a few feet of the splitter. If that doesn't work, then hook up the receiver before the switches.

I think the issue is the Sonora equipment, as everytime I have used it in an MDU situation its never worked right. I always end up calling Spaun and what they sell me works right the first time.

It might cost some money, but I would see if Spaun has anything.
kjlued
HR23's are still available as referbs but unfortunately there is no way to guarantee models through D*.
It also seems all the ones on Ebay are used and you are just asking for headaches with that as getting them placed on a new account will involve getting new access cars (last time I checked $20 ea) and other various headaches. Also, I doubt anyone in a $60 mil house will want used receivers.

A single transponder going out although odd and even more so that it has happened to multiple receivers but not others is even more odd.
Unfortunately, I honestly don't think figuring it out will happen. You may be limited to just replacing the receivers and crossing you fingers for the next year.
P
Hello Sir,

There has been a recall on the H24 700 series receivers stating they should not be deployed in MDU> That fact that you can put an H23 in place of the 24 and have it work.... PROVES your system as far as the Sonora backbone is concerned. I'm very experienced in the Sonora product line, deployment, designs, product knowledge etc. Sonora equipment is the best in the industry bar none! spaun equipment is dead and being removed from buildings everyday along with NAS...IT DOES NOT WORK!!! If you have any questions or you need further information, PLEASE email me direct at Johnathans24@gmail.com.

OR BETTER YET: Anytime I have an issue I go straight to the manufacturer for the most accurate information. Sonora Design has unparalleled technical support!
They support all their systems before, during and after every installation. ( even if you bought the equipment somewhere else...)


Sonora Design Associates
4483 McGrath Street, #102
Ventura CA 93003
805-644-8913
805-644-8862 FAX
Sonora Design Digital DBS & ATSC TV Distribution

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http://www.sonoradesign.com/commercial/tutorials.php




Begin forwarded message:
**********************************************************************************************************
From: DIRECTV DEALER COMMUNICATIONS
Date: January 10, 2011 8:35:23 PM EST
Subject: MDU EFLASH: H24-700 RECEIVER TECHNICAL ISSUES


DIRECTV has discovered a technical problem with the H24-700 HD receivers. After a brief period of normal operation, some receivers display a grey screen. Resetting the receiver will only restore video service temporarily. If your customers report this issue, DIRECTV recommends replacing the receiver.

Please swap out defective receivers only. Do not replace receivers that are working properly.

To replace an activated H24-700 receiver:

Access DWS to swap the H24-700 receiver with an H24-100 receiver from your inventory
DWS>>Customer Eligibility Tab>> Retail Service Call Sub-tab
To avoid sending the customer another H24-700 receiver, Do not use the DIRECTV drop ship option
Customers will be shipped a receiver recovery box in order to return the H24-700 receiver(s) to DIRECTV. Please remind them to do so or they will incur a non return fee.


Only orders placed through DWS will be compensated
Please install H24-100 receivers in place of the H24-700 receivers until further notice. To swap your existing inventory of H24-700 receivers with H24-100 receivers, contact your distributor.

Thank you,
DIRECTV
HCI
HCI
Thank you so much. I think this is the answer I am looking for.

Hello Sir,

There has been a recall on the H24 700 series receivers stating they should not be deployed in MDU> That fact that you can put an H23 in place of the 24 and have it work.... PROVES your system as far as the Sonora backbone is concerned. I'm very experienced in the Sonora product line, deployment, designs, product knowledge etc. Sonora equipment is the best in the industry bar none! spaun equipment is dead and being removed from buildings everyday along with NAS...IT DOES NOT WORK!!! If you have any questions or you need further information, PLEASE email me direct at Johnathans24@gmail.com.

OR BETTER YET: Anytime I have an issue I go straight to the manufacturer for the most accurate information. Sonora Design has unparalleled technical support!
They support all their systems before, during and after every installation. ( even if you bought the equipment somewhere else...)


Sonora Design Associates
4483 McGrath Street, #102
Ventura CA 93003
805-644-8913
805-644-8862 FAX
Sonora Design Digital DBS & ATSC TV Distribution

Commercial/TUTORIALS
Sonora - Tutorials




Begin forwarded message:
**********************************************************************************************************
From: DIRECTV DEALER COMMUNICATIONS
Date: January 10, 2011 8:35:23 PM EST
Subject: MDU EFLASH: H24-700 RECEIVER TECHNICAL ISSUES


DIRECTV has discovered a technical problem with the H24-700 HD receivers. After a brief period of normal operation, some receivers display a grey screen. Resetting the receiver will only restore video service temporarily. If your customers report this issue, DIRECTV recommends replacing the receiver.

Please swap out defective receivers only. Do not replace receivers that are working properly.

To replace an activated H24-700 receiver:

Access DWS to swap the H24-700 receiver with an H24-100 receiver from your inventory
DWS>>Customer Eligibility Tab>> Retail Service Call Sub-tab
To avoid sending the customer another H24-700 receiver, Do not use the DIRECTV drop ship option
Customers will be shipped a receiver recovery box in order to return the H24-700 receiver(s) to DIRECTV. Please remind them to do so or they will incur a non return fee.


Only orders placed through DWS will be compensated
Please install H24-100 receivers in place of the H24-700 receivers until further notice. To swap your existing inventory of H24-700 receivers with H24-100 receivers, contact your distributor.

Thank you,
DIRECTV
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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 guess even the patience of us laid-back Hoosiers has its limits:
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I guess even the patience of us laid-back Hoosiers has its limits:
Be nice to see a Cowboy headline like that.
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Stargate SG-1 cancelled, Atlantis renewed
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Monday - August 21, 2006 | by Darren Sumner
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The future of Stargate is in question today, as SCI FI Channel has cancelled the long-running Stargate SG-1, Multichannel News reported today and a GateWorld source has confirmed. The news regrettably follows the airing of the show's milestone two-hundredth episode on Friday.

Stargate Atlantis, meanwhile, has been renewed for a fourth season, with the network hoping to see that the spin-off series can stand alone, according to a source.
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I have gotten back into watching SG-1 and I have recorded most of the episodes to binge watch. What episodes are about the Antarctic or was this a movie? Also where could I watch the SG-1 movies?
osu1991
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I have gotten back into watching SG-1 and I have recorded most of the episodes to binge watch. What episodes are about the Antarctic or was this a movie? Also where could I watch the SG-1 movies?
Well, there are a couple involving the Antarctic. "Solitudes", S1 E17 (one of my favorites), Then, "Lost City', S7 E21 and E22. Then, in the SGA pilot, "Rising", S1 E1 and E2, it starts out in the Antarctic for about the first 20 minutes or so.
R
Well, there are a couple involving the Antarctic. "Solitudes", S1 E17 (one of my favorites), Then, "Lost City', S7 E21 and E22. Then, in the SGA pilot, "Rising", S1 E1 and E2, it starts out in the Antarctic for about the first 20 minutes or so.
Which one has O'Neil being Ancients? I am at the end of Season 8 now.
long_time_Dish
Which one has O'Neil being Ancients? I am at the end of Season 8 now.
If I understand your question, O'Neill had the Ancient's knowledge in the "Lost City" two-part episode. That was when Anubis attacked Earth and there was a big battle over Antarctica.
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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....
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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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Best fan sign I saw during the ND-BYU game: "Bear ate your Lucky Charms!" (Bear being the Cougars' QB). I was going to suggest, "Have you or your team been involved in a Carr crash?"
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They get cruel sometimes, very very cruel.😈. Hated to see my dawgs go down but I still say being ranked #1 is a hex on you!
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They get cruel sometimes, very very cruel.😈. Hated to see my dawgs go down but I still say being ranked #1 is a hex on you!
Yup, I agree, I'd rather be 2 or 3 till the last few weeks.
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No idea what improvements might be involved.
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Has anyone noticed an FF stutter with 713? I used to be able to hit FF a few times and skip smoothly. After 713 (maybe 712), when I skip forward, there is a definite stutter for as many times as I have pressed FF.

Can anyone check on this and report back? Recorded programs and then press skip forward a few times to see if it's smooth? Normally, it just jumps to the right place after the skips.
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I'm getting fabulous picture on Ch. 148 4k, but zero audio with H713. This is with a recorded show (Notre Dame game). Anyone else have this? Audio is fine on every other channel.
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Has anyone noticed an FF stutter with 713? I used to be able to hit FF a few times and skip smoothly. After 713 (maybe 712), when I skip forward, there is a definite stutter for as many times as I have pressed FF.

Can anyone check on this and report back? Recorded programs and then press skip forward a few times to see if it's smooth? Normally, it just jumps to the right place after the skips.
My wife mentioned that her remote is acting strange this morning. She hit FF and it went to 15x FF.
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Wife bought me a t-shirt that has "have you tried turning it off and on again?"
Here's the one I need:
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dishstaller
Here's the one I need:
Just ordered one....that's great.
jsmit86
I'm getting fabulous picture on Ch. 148 4k, but zero audio with H713. This is with a recorded show (Notre Dame game). Anyone else have this? Audio is fine on every other channel.
It's a known issue.
For a temporary fix, go into the menu, Audio, and turn Dolby Audio "OFF". You will have PCM stereo audio.

I was able to give the tech ops team some data logs so they could diagnose the problem, and they rolled me back to H708 temporarily. It fixed that issue.

They let me know that they understand what caused the issue, and it will be fixed within a few weeks in a new update.
long_time_Dish
They let me know that they understand what caused the issue, and it will be fixed within a few weeks in a new update.
Oh, you mean "soon"? :biggrin
Almighty1
It's a known issue.
For a temporary fix, go into the menu, Audio, and turn Dolby Audio "OFF". You will have PCM stereo audio.

I was able to give the tech ops team some data logs so they could diagnose the problem, and they rolled me back to H708 temporarily. It fixed that issue.

They let me know that they understand what caused the issue, and it will be fixed within a few weeks in a new update.
I guess they will be busy when lots of people start asking for rollbacks to H708 now that you mention that downgrades of software does exist because it will likely fix the OTA Single Tuner and the IR Remote problems in H710-H713.
navychop
it will likely fix the OTA Single Tuner

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Last reply · posted in DISH Network Support Forum
Why are ViP922s So rare? like its crazy how ebay has none, i checked everywhere, also, i got a ViP222k now, which is actually activated!
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HipKat
I think they were more of a transitional receiver bridging the VIPs to the Hopper. They were a PITA to install and were buggy. Personally, I thought at the time that they were the best receiver out there. The versatility of the VIP's with the new Hopper GUI and, by far, the coolest-looking front plate and lighting.
AZ.
AZ.
Well if it is because of reliability that wouldnt shock me.I went through 5 or 6 of them in little over 2 years. I loved the Sling when it worked! Saved lots of money having it in the day. That was probably 15 or 16 years ago?
T
I think they were more of a transitional receiver bridging the VIPs to the Hopper. They were a PITA to install and were buggy. Personally, I thought at the time that they were the best receiver out there. The versatility of the VIP's with the new Hopper GUI and, by far, the coolest-looking front plate and lighting.
I don't recall that they came out just before hopper, but rather that they came out even before 722. Or could be thinking of 921.

As to the title pf the post, "rare" does not necessarily mean valuable or desirable.
Nominal
I don't recall that they came out just before hopper, but rather that they came out even before 722. Or could be thinking of 921.

As to the title pf the post, "rare" does not necessarily mean valuable or desirable.
You are thinking of the 921. The 922 was the first DVR with Sling functionality built in (that was eventually disabled along with the Sling Adapter for the 722s and the 1st Hopper because they relied on now-defunct Adobe Flash technology). With the bugginess described by others and the removal of its marquee feature (Sling) the 922 faded into obscurity once the Hopper 2 with built in Sling was released and they finally made the concept into a fully functional product.
dishdude
I had one, the front panel lighting was cool, the menus were fresh and a lot more modern looking than the ViPs. However, it was very buggy and the Sling functionality just didn't work well - I think it was due to internet speeds at the time. I think I had to pay $40 for the Sling app on my phone iirc.
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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...
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Two Chicago style hot dogs and a Fanta orange soda.
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Fanta orange soda.
Sitting in fridge cooling off, bought 1 along with 2 Mexican Cokes at La Tienda... (I keep a few cokes stashed as well as in fridge and camper fridge)
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