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I'm having a really annoying problem with a Bell 9241 DVR, which I understand is identical to the VIP-612 DVR. About every 10 minutes or so the signal drops out for a split second. The screen flashes, and the audio is cut off for a split second as well. Initially it only seemed to only happen on one HD channel, while other channels seemed fine.
I'm think it is the receiver, the separator, the LNB, or the interconnecting cable. I use an audio amplifier and it displays the audio type every time the signal is interrupted. The audio is a digital cable that goes directly from the receiver to the audio amp and does not go through the TV. Also if I record this channel on the DVR the dropout is recorded even though the TV is off.
Action to date:
The satellite provider blamed the cable connection method. I had the RG6 cable running through a power bar isolator. He bypassed the power bar. He also blamed an extension cable that I was using which was not RG6. That cable was eliminated. Neither change solved the problem. He then changed the LNB, and also the "F" connectors on the dish end of the cable. No improvement. He now blames the rest of the cable which is RG6, 3 GHz, and wants to change it and charge me for it. There is a splitter right at the receiver to get the #1 and #2 inputs to the 612. It is a Dish Network DP Plus Separator 123254. To date they are not willing to replace the receiver unless I replace the cable. I asked them to hold off for now.
When you check the signal strength on the HD channel that acts the worst, it is 100% and drops occasionally to 98%. Since the service call if anything it has gotten worse. I have noticed the drop outs on some other HD channels, but not as frequently as the initial bad one. The lowest signal strength on other channels that I have seen is 95%.
Has anyone seen anything like this? And, what was the cause? Does the cable being the problem make any sense? It is about 8 years old. Could it be the DP Plus Separator? Or, could it be the LNB setup at the dish? Should it be feeding two separate RG6 cables right from the dish. This receiver was a "free" upgrade from an older single signal receiver that only used one cable. That said, the upgrade was several months ago, and this problem became noticeable only about 2 weeks ago.
There are no trees or other obstructions, and the issue seems to be independent of weather conditons.
Any thoughts on this are welcome...
I'm think it is the receiver, the separator, the LNB, or the interconnecting cable. I use an audio amplifier and it displays the audio type every time the signal is interrupted. The audio is a digital cable that goes directly from the receiver to the audio amp and does not go through the TV. Also if I record this channel on the DVR the dropout is recorded even though the TV is off.
Action to date:
The satellite provider blamed the cable connection method. I had the RG6 cable running through a power bar isolator. He bypassed the power bar. He also blamed an extension cable that I was using which was not RG6. That cable was eliminated. Neither change solved the problem. He then changed the LNB, and also the "F" connectors on the dish end of the cable. No improvement. He now blames the rest of the cable which is RG6, 3 GHz, and wants to change it and charge me for it. There is a splitter right at the receiver to get the #1 and #2 inputs to the 612. It is a Dish Network DP Plus Separator 123254. To date they are not willing to replace the receiver unless I replace the cable. I asked them to hold off for now.
When you check the signal strength on the HD channel that acts the worst, it is 100% and drops occasionally to 98%. Since the service call if anything it has gotten worse. I have noticed the drop outs on some other HD channels, but not as frequently as the initial bad one. The lowest signal strength on other channels that I have seen is 95%.
Has anyone seen anything like this? And, what was the cause? Does the cable being the problem make any sense? It is about 8 years old. Could it be the DP Plus Separator? Or, could it be the LNB setup at the dish? Should it be feeding two separate RG6 cables right from the dish. This receiver was a "free" upgrade from an older single signal receiver that only used one cable. That said, the upgrade was several months ago, and this problem became noticeable only about 2 weeks ago.
There are no trees or other obstructions, and the issue seems to be independent of weather conditons.
Any thoughts on this are welcome...
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Stargate SG-1 cancelled, Atlantis renewed
Monday - August 21, 2006 | by Darren Sumner
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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Monday - August 21, 2006 | by Darren Sumner
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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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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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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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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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!
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.They get cruel sometimes, very very cruel.
Season 2 order already in hand:
'Star Trek: Starfleet Academy' Renewed for Season 2, Tatiana Maslany to Guest Star in Season 1
I've not been optimistic about this show based on what I've read so far. Seems to be aimed at a younger audience. Interesting though that Tatiana Maslany will have some sort of role.
'Star Trek: Starfleet Academy' Renewed for Season 2, Tatiana Maslany to Guest Star in Season 1
I've not been optimistic about this show based on what I've read so far. Seems to be aimed at a younger audience. Interesting though that Tatiana Maslany will have some sort of role.
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I don't know, but I still don't like her walking through the station or the academy with out her shoes. It looks unprofessional and very "hippy like" for someone of her status and I personally don't get off to feet, so there is that.
Stay out of my office. I rarely have shoes or socks on in the office. My office and business is at home thoughI don't know, but I still don't like her walking through the station or the academy with out her shoes. It looks unprofessional and very "hippy like" for someone of her status and I personally don't get off to feet, so there is that.
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