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[VOOM] Dish Network to carry all 21 Voom channels by 2006
Rainbow Media Holdings to Launch and Operate
VOOM 21 HD Originals; Signs Major Distribution
Agreement with EchoStar Communications Corporation
Apr 29 at 08:48
JERICHO, N.Y.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--April 29, 2005--
Rainbow Media Holdings LLC:
-- Greg Moyer and Nora Ryan Named Co-General Managers of VOOM 21 HD
Originals
-- VOOM HD originals will appear on DISH Network
Rainbow Media Holdings LLC today announced that it will operate
and launch the VOOM 21 HD Originals, an innovative suite of 21
high-definition channels, for distribution to cable operators and
satellite TV providers. Rainbow also announced today that it has
concluded its first major carriage agreement for the channels with
EchoStar Communications Corporation, which will carry ten of the HD
channels on its DISH Network, expanding to carry all 21 channels by
2006. The terms of the deal were not disclosed.
Rainbow Media CEO Joshua Sapan stated: "Throughout its history,
Rainbow has been at the forefront of innovation in television
programming, from cable to VOD and now HD, creating and developing
highly successful networks that deliver compelling programming to
targeted audiences. Signing our first distribution agreement with
EchoStar validates our long-held confidence in the business
opportunities inherent in the growing consumer demand for quality
high-definition programming. We believe that these channels represent
a vital and viable new business for Rainbow Media and its
distribution partners."Rainbow Media has a rich history of "firsts"
in creating groundbreaking original content for a wide variety of
consumer interests and a number of different platforms. Rainbow
created some of the nation's first regional sports channels, with
MSG Network and the Fox Sports Net regionals; the first regional
news channel with News12 the first arts and entertainment network
with Bravo; and the first classic movie channel with American Movie
Classics. Rainbow developed Mag Rack, the first VOD service with
original programming and was the first to deliver sports programming
in high definition on its MSG Network.
As part of today's announcement, Nora Ryan and Greg Moyer have
been named co-general managers of the VOOM 21 HD Originals. Ms. Ryan
and Mr. Moyer have both been overseeing the management and
development of the 21 channels and their content over the past year.
Gregg Hill, president of Rainbow Network Sales, will now direct the
positioning and sales of the HD networks as new, valuable and unique
product for Rainbow, specifically designed for the growing HD
audience. "Once again, Rainbow is proactively addressing a growing
viewing need within the marketplace," stated Mr. Hill. "From a sales
standpoint, we are very excited about the potential of today's
announcement. Consumers now demand content that maximizes the HD
viewing experience and Rainbow will be the only content provider in
the market filling this lucrative void. VOOM 21 HD Originals will
also serve our television partners with great value as Rainbow now
provides them with one-stop shopping for the best content on the
cable, VOD and HD tiers."
VOOM 21 HD Originals Management
Joshua Sapan, President and CEO, Rainbow Media Holdings
One of the cable industry's premier innovators and a pioneer in
the area of niche programming, Joshua Sapan leads Rainbow Media
Holdings LLC, a subsidiary of Cablevision Systems Corporation. Sapan
has guided Rainbow Media's growth and success by serving distinct,
passionate audiences through targeted national networks such as AMC,
Fuse, IFC (The Independent Film Channel) and WE: Women's
Entertainment; regional programming such as MetroChannels, News 12
Networks and Rainbow Sports Networks; and industry-leading
video-on-demand (VOD) services which forged new ground in VOD and
SVOD content and programming that include Mag Rack, sportskool, IFC
Films On Demand and World Picks On Demand.
Greg Moyer - co-General Manager, VOOM 21 HD Originals
A well-known industry innovator, Mr. Moyer joined Rainbow in
January 1999 from Discovery Communications, Inc., where he served as
chief creative officer. As president of regional programming for
Rainbow, Mr. Moyer managed all operations, strategic planning and
business development for Rainbow's regional programming including
MetroChannels and News 12 Networks which, together, are a complement
of news, information, and entertainment channels serving the greater
New York viewing area.
Nora Ryan - co-General Manager, VOOM 21 HD Originals
Nora Ryan is a television executive with deep roots in building
programming channels and franchises. Along with strategic and
operating expertise, and a track record of success in start-ups,
turn-arounds and brand extensions, she is credited with building
market share in competitive business environments as well.
Gregg Hill - President, Rainbow Network Sales and Marketing
Gregg Hill is responsible for overseeing affiliate sales and
marketing as well as local ad sales for Rainbow Media's national
networks AMC, IFC and WE: Women's Entertainment, and its on demand
services, Mag Rack and sportskool; and now the Voom 21 HD Originals.
Mr. Hill most recently served as the executive vice president of
Affiliate Sales and Marketing for Rainbow Media and was responsible
for the distribution of AMC, IFC, WE: Women's Entertainment and Mag
Rack. Previously, Mr. Hill played a central role in the development
and growth of Rainbow's Bravo and IFC networks.
VOOM 21 HD ORIGINALS LINE UP
ANIMANIA HD
A whole channel dedicated to unique animation entertainment. A
diverse programming lineup of animated series, shorts and specials,
from the classics to the newest and most cutting edge animation.
Auction HD
AUCTION HD provides an inside look at the once exclusive auction
world. Preview upcoming auctions and hear the stories behind the
objects. See live coverage of sales from top auction houses and get
news from the collecting world. Everything from classic cars, to
Hollywood memorabilia, to impressionist art is enhanced in vivid high
definition.
Equator HD
We send filmmakers all over the world to produce HD films of
breathtaking quality and substance that provide a unique view of the
world as it really is with stunning explorations of some of the most
exquisite places on earth.
Gallery HD
An arts and museum channel. Experience the world of art,
architecture and performance enhanced in stunning high definition.
Masterworks from the world of painting, sculpture, photography and
architectural design come alive. Gallery brings the world's best
artists, exhibitions and performances together in a virtual video
museum of arts and culture.
HD News
The only national 24/7 high definition source for news. HDNews
offers late-breaking stories, current headlines, compelling features,
national and regional weather, and sports highlights and updates in
brilliant high definition. HDNews is supplied by 5 regional news
bureaus, along with the nation's best photojournalists.
LAB HD
High definition unlocks the expressive power of television. LAB
delivers original non-narrative video art from artists and
award-winning designers, all produced in stunning widescreen format.
Showcased is Tank, the only HD, exotic aquarium, and new series that
bring you entrancing HD animation and innovative video shorts.
Monsters HD
Monsters HD is the first and only all monster movie channel in
high definition. See monster movies brought to life with a
frightening
HD clarity. Exclusive original programming, special fright fests,
rare
monster movie trailers and upcoming movie previews are featured.
RAVE HD
Rave HD is the first and only music channel dedicated to
delivering a larger than life concert experience in crystal clear
high
definition. Today's hottest artists play a wide variety of music -
rock, pop, R & B, jazz and world music. Get front row views with
unequaled video and audio clarity.
RUSH HD
RUSH HD brings heart-pounding extreme action sports to life,
including kite surfing, mountain boarding and downhill speed skating
against a backdrop of breathtaking scenery displayed in vivid high
definition.
ULTRA HD
ULTRA HD is the first channel devoted to covering the world of
fashion, beauty and style exclusively in high definition. Gain access
to the world's most exclusive fashion shows, get insight from leading
fashion designers, visit major international runways or trendy new
restaurants.
WorldSport HD
WorldSport HD delivers exclusive high definition coverage of the
Spanish Premiere Soccer League, featuring Real Madrid. See Beckham,
Ronaldo, Zidane and the world's finest players in action. WorldSport
HD delivers a wide variety of top sporting events from around the
globe, including world-class sailing, track and field competitions,
and much more.
10 HD Movie Channels
Movies redefined. Our 10-channel multiplex gives movie lovers the
most HD movie choices anywhere. Choose from 10 different high
definition movies playing on 10 different channels, 24 hours a day.
See the finest films and biggest stars. A wide variety of movie eras
and genres are presented uncut, commercial-free and solely in
wide-screen HD format.
About Rainbow Media Holdings LLC
A leader in sports, news and entertainment programming, Rainbow
Media Holdings LLC is a subsidiary of Cablevision Systems Corporation
(NYSE:CVC). Rainbow Media owns and manages national networks: AMC,
Fuse, IFC (The Independent Film Channel) and WE: Women's
Entertainment; as well as the on-demand services: Mag Rack,
sportskool, Uncensored On Demand, World Picks On Demand and World
Picks Networks. Rainbow Media's other businesses include its regional
programming services - MetroChannels, News 12 Networks and Rainbow
Sports Networks - in addition to the Rainbow Advertising Sales
Corporation and Rainbow Network Communications.
Source: Rainbow Media Holdings LLC
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Rainbow Media Holdings to Launch and Operate
VOOM 21 HD Originals; Signs Major Distribution
Agreement with EchoStar Communications Corporation
Apr 29 at 08:48
JERICHO, N.Y.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--April 29, 2005--
Rainbow Media Holdings LLC:
-- Greg Moyer and Nora Ryan Named Co-General Managers of VOOM 21 HD
Originals
-- VOOM HD originals will appear on DISH Network
Rainbow Media Holdings LLC today announced that it will operate
and launch the VOOM 21 HD Originals, an innovative suite of 21
high-definition channels, for distribution to cable operators and
satellite TV providers. Rainbow also announced today that it has
concluded its first major carriage agreement for the channels with
EchoStar Communications Corporation, which will carry ten of the HD
channels on its DISH Network, expanding to carry all 21 channels by
2006. The terms of the deal were not disclosed.
Rainbow Media CEO Joshua Sapan stated: "Throughout its history,
Rainbow has been at the forefront of innovation in television
programming, from cable to VOD and now HD, creating and developing
highly successful networks that deliver compelling programming to
targeted audiences. Signing our first distribution agreement with
EchoStar validates our long-held confidence in the business
opportunities inherent in the growing consumer demand for quality
high-definition programming. We believe that these channels represent
a vital and viable new business for Rainbow Media and its
distribution partners."Rainbow Media has a rich history of "firsts"
in creating groundbreaking original content for a wide variety of
consumer interests and a number of different platforms. Rainbow
created some of the nation's first regional sports channels, with
MSG Network and the Fox Sports Net regionals; the first regional
news channel with News12 the first arts and entertainment network
with Bravo; and the first classic movie channel with American Movie
Classics. Rainbow developed Mag Rack, the first VOD service with
original programming and was the first to deliver sports programming
in high definition on its MSG Network.
As part of today's announcement, Nora Ryan and Greg Moyer have
been named co-general managers of the VOOM 21 HD Originals. Ms. Ryan
and Mr. Moyer have both been overseeing the management and
development of the 21 channels and their content over the past year.
Gregg Hill, president of Rainbow Network Sales, will now direct the
positioning and sales of the HD networks as new, valuable and unique
product for Rainbow, specifically designed for the growing HD
audience. "Once again, Rainbow is proactively addressing a growing
viewing need within the marketplace," stated Mr. Hill. "From a sales
standpoint, we are very excited about the potential of today's
announcement. Consumers now demand content that maximizes the HD
viewing experience and Rainbow will be the only content provider in
the market filling this lucrative void. VOOM 21 HD Originals will
also serve our television partners with great value as Rainbow now
provides them with one-stop shopping for the best content on the
cable, VOD and HD tiers."
VOOM 21 HD Originals Management
Joshua Sapan, President and CEO, Rainbow Media Holdings
One of the cable industry's premier innovators and a pioneer in
the area of niche programming, Joshua Sapan leads Rainbow Media
Holdings LLC, a subsidiary of Cablevision Systems Corporation. Sapan
has guided Rainbow Media's growth and success by serving distinct,
passionate audiences through targeted national networks such as AMC,
Fuse, IFC (The Independent Film Channel) and WE: Women's
Entertainment; regional programming such as MetroChannels, News 12
Networks and Rainbow Sports Networks; and industry-leading
video-on-demand (VOD) services which forged new ground in VOD and
SVOD content and programming that include Mag Rack, sportskool, IFC
Films On Demand and World Picks On Demand.
Greg Moyer - co-General Manager, VOOM 21 HD Originals
A well-known industry innovator, Mr. Moyer joined Rainbow in
January 1999 from Discovery Communications, Inc., where he served as
chief creative officer. As president of regional programming for
Rainbow, Mr. Moyer managed all operations, strategic planning and
business development for Rainbow's regional programming including
MetroChannels and News 12 Networks which, together, are a complement
of news, information, and entertainment channels serving the greater
New York viewing area.
Nora Ryan - co-General Manager, VOOM 21 HD Originals
Nora Ryan is a television executive with deep roots in building
programming channels and franchises. Along with strategic and
operating expertise, and a track record of success in start-ups,
turn-arounds and brand extensions, she is credited with building
market share in competitive business environments as well.
Gregg Hill - President, Rainbow Network Sales and Marketing
Gregg Hill is responsible for overseeing affiliate sales and
marketing as well as local ad sales for Rainbow Media's national
networks AMC, IFC and WE: Women's Entertainment, and its on demand
services, Mag Rack and sportskool; and now the Voom 21 HD Originals.
Mr. Hill most recently served as the executive vice president of
Affiliate Sales and Marketing for Rainbow Media and was responsible
for the distribution of AMC, IFC, WE: Women's Entertainment and Mag
Rack. Previously, Mr. Hill played a central role in the development
and growth of Rainbow's Bravo and IFC networks.
VOOM 21 HD ORIGINALS LINE UP
ANIMANIA HD
A whole channel dedicated to unique animation entertainment. A
diverse programming lineup of animated series, shorts and specials,
from the classics to the newest and most cutting edge animation.
Auction HD
AUCTION HD provides an inside look at the once exclusive auction
world. Preview upcoming auctions and hear the stories behind the
objects. See live coverage of sales from top auction houses and get
news from the collecting world. Everything from classic cars, to
Hollywood memorabilia, to impressionist art is enhanced in vivid high
definition.
Equator HD
We send filmmakers all over the world to produce HD films of
breathtaking quality and substance that provide a unique view of the
world as it really is with stunning explorations of some of the most
exquisite places on earth.
Gallery HD
An arts and museum channel. Experience the world of art,
architecture and performance enhanced in stunning high definition.
Masterworks from the world of painting, sculpture, photography and
architectural design come alive. Gallery brings the world's best
artists, exhibitions and performances together in a virtual video
museum of arts and culture.
HD News
The only national 24/7 high definition source for news. HDNews
offers late-breaking stories, current headlines, compelling features,
national and regional weather, and sports highlights and updates in
brilliant high definition. HDNews is supplied by 5 regional news
bureaus, along with the nation's best photojournalists.
LAB HD
High definition unlocks the expressive power of television. LAB
delivers original non-narrative video art from artists and
award-winning designers, all produced in stunning widescreen format.
Showcased is Tank, the only HD, exotic aquarium, and new series that
bring you entrancing HD animation and innovative video shorts.
Monsters HD
Monsters HD is the first and only all monster movie channel in
high definition. See monster movies brought to life with a
frightening
HD clarity. Exclusive original programming, special fright fests,
rare
monster movie trailers and upcoming movie previews are featured.
RAVE HD
Rave HD is the first and only music channel dedicated to
delivering a larger than life concert experience in crystal clear
high
definition. Today's hottest artists play a wide variety of music -
rock, pop, R & B, jazz and world music. Get front row views with
unequaled video and audio clarity.
RUSH HD
RUSH HD brings heart-pounding extreme action sports to life,
including kite surfing, mountain boarding and downhill speed skating
against a backdrop of breathtaking scenery displayed in vivid high
definition.
ULTRA HD
ULTRA HD is the first channel devoted to covering the world of
fashion, beauty and style exclusively in high definition. Gain access
to the world's most exclusive fashion shows, get insight from leading
fashion designers, visit major international runways or trendy new
restaurants.
WorldSport HD
WorldSport HD delivers exclusive high definition coverage of the
Spanish Premiere Soccer League, featuring Real Madrid. See Beckham,
Ronaldo, Zidane and the world's finest players in action. WorldSport
HD delivers a wide variety of top sporting events from around the
globe, including world-class sailing, track and field competitions,
and much more.
10 HD Movie Channels
Movies redefined. Our 10-channel multiplex gives movie lovers the
most HD movie choices anywhere. Choose from 10 different high
definition movies playing on 10 different channels, 24 hours a day.
See the finest films and biggest stars. A wide variety of movie eras
and genres are presented uncut, commercial-free and solely in
wide-screen HD format.
About Rainbow Media Holdings LLC
A leader in sports, news and entertainment programming, Rainbow
Media Holdings LLC is a subsidiary of Cablevision Systems Corporation
(NYSE:CVC). Rainbow Media owns and manages national networks: AMC,
Fuse, IFC (The Independent Film Channel) and WE: Women's
Entertainment; as well as the on-demand services: Mag Rack,
sportskool, Uncensored On Demand, World Picks On Demand and World
Picks Networks. Rainbow Media's other businesses include its regional
programming services - MetroChannels, News 12 Networks and Rainbow
Sports Networks - in addition to the Rainbow Advertising Sales
Corporation and Rainbow Network Communications.
Source: Rainbow Media Holdings LLC
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Does someone still have the diagram showing how to connect two Hopper 3s again?
I currently have one H3 and one 4K Joey, set up through a 1000.2 eastern arc hybrid lnb and solo hub.
The plan is to replace the Joey with the second H3. Already purchased a duo hub and I have three coax cables coming in from outside, from back when I used to have the older 1000.4 dish and the hopper 2. I don't fully remember, but I think the other two coax cables are just tied up next to the dish outside; will have to check again.
I currently have one H3 and one 4K Joey, set up through a 1000.2 eastern arc hybrid lnb and solo hub.
The plan is to replace the Joey with the second H3. Already purchased a duo hub and I have three coax cables coming in from outside, from back when I used to have the older 1000.4 dish and the hopper 2. I don't fully remember, but I think the other two coax cables are just tied up next to the dish outside; will have to check again.
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Videos like this can make you appreciate the things we take for granted.
View: https://www.youtube.com/shorts/a2cgQidHQJI
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Over the past year I have been tracking the changes on Western Arc. The past 3 months have had a lot of changes that I posted in the other MPEG2 Western Arc shutdown thread. Now that 129 is (basically) out of commission, here is where Western Arc stands. This is just a national channel list, (no local channels) based off what I can see and what others have contributed. Thanks to everyone who has helped me come up with the locations of some of the channels – I would try and list all of you out, but I know I would forget someone! As has been suggested in other parts of the forum, it would be great to collect the spotbeam data for those who could contribute!
A couple of pieces of info:
When I talk about number of channels on a transponder, all my numbers are unique channels – for example, channel 101 and 199 are the same channel mapped to two different numbers, but in terms of space, only takes up 1 channel worth of bandwidth on the transponder.
Finally, I have to give Dish a ton of credit. When it was 110/119/129, Dish had 82 transponders they were using – it took a lot to get it down to 50 transponders and figure out where all the pieces were going to go. What are the things they did to get there? Here are the things I saw:
A couple of pieces of info:
- Out of the 64 transponders between 110/119, there are currently 50 transponders that Dish is licensed to use. 22 are Spotbeams, 28 are ConUS transponders (14 transponders are licensed to DirecTV and Dish doesn't have access to them)
- Those 28 ConUS transponders are divided as follows:
- 10 are dedicated to National HD channels (ESPN, CNN, Disney Channel, etc). Dish is maxing out at 16 HD channels per transponder (note – in an earlier post I said there was one transponder with 17 HD channels, that was an error on my part. When I double checked my listings, one channel changed transponders). Before the transition, there was a maximum of 14 HD channels per transponder.
- 1 transponder is dedicated to adult content
- 2 are a mixture HD PPV Movies/4k channels
- 3 are set aside for HD Sports channels that are only on for live games (NBA League Pass, the PAC 12 alternate channels, some PPV events, etc); 3 SD PPV Sports Channels are there as well.
- 7 are for SD and/or music channels. Dish is maxing out at 26 SD channels per transponder thus far on the SD transponders.
- 5 transponders on 110 I have no channels listed but Dish operates. (they are labeled as ConUS on my chart below) There are other things that could be on those transponders, like RV Distant Networks, internal testing channels, etc, that I can't see. They might be able to be used for additional content, but I am not sure exactly what is on those transponders.
When I talk about number of channels on a transponder, all my numbers are unique channels – for example, channel 101 and 199 are the same channel mapped to two different numbers, but in terms of space, only takes up 1 channel worth of bandwidth on the transponder.
Finally, I have to give Dish a ton of credit. When it was 110/119/129, Dish had 82 transponders they were using – it took a lot to get it down to 50 transponders and figure out where all the pieces were going to go. What are the things they did to get there? Here are the things I saw:
- During this migration from 129, Dish converted 7 ConUS transponders on 119 into Spotbeams – that is how they ended up fitting on all the HD locals that used to be on 129. (for those interested, TP 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 13 are the ones that used to be ConUS on 119 that are now Spotbeam)
- Removed almost all SD duplicate channels that are offered in HD
- Converted remaining SD channels from MPEG2 to MPEG4
- There are also 2 subtle things that changed from the HD channel perspective
- At the beginning of the transition, Dish decreased the number of PPV Movie channels – prior to this transition the PPV channels HD PPV movies were 502-522; now they are 502-517.
- At the beginning of April when MLB, NBA, and NHL regular seasons were all going on at the same time and this transition began, there were a ton of games "joined in progress" for the HD feeds. That wasn't common since the days before the full time HD RSN's. The reason for that was prior to the transition, Dish had 4 transponders set aside for HD Sports – 2 transponders was the bandwidth set aside from the HD RSN's before Dish dropped the RSN's, then 2 transponders were for alternate channels. Now we are down to 3 transponders for HD sports.
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Schedule drops tomorrow. Mandatory mini camps in June. Hall of Fame game August 6th.
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Mahomes is the biggest cry baby I have ever seen. He thinks he's privileged or something.
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So is Kelce.Mahomes is the biggest cry baby I have ever seen. He thinks he's privileged or something.
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Well you see him more because he is incredibly talented. And yes, typically players try to spin things being in their favor. This isn't cricket where sportsmanship (except in Australia) is expected.Mahomes is the biggest cry baby I have ever seen. He thinks he's privileged or something.
He wants to be BradyMahomes is the biggest cry baby I have ever seen. He thinks he's privileged or something.
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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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Looks like dish is Bankrupt. Filling tomorrow Tuesday June 30th
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Can't remember where or who I saw predict this.
It wouldn't surprise me to see Elon soon own all of DISH / Echostar in the future.
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Starlink Mobile: 14 MHz Deal, No Phone Plan Yet [2026]
SpaceX agreed to buy up to 14 MHz of 800 MHz spectrum for Starlink Mobile. No Musk phone plan, price or coverage map exists yet.
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AT&T, Rakuten tout integration with AST SpaceMobile for D2D
AT&T makes first call handoff to satellite with AST SpaceMobile and prepares for beta service, while Rakuten targets commercial launch in 'near future.'
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I was bewildered with all the new DISH TV "Bonus View" channels, so I put together a web page table with all the info I could find. It's at:
https://anythingpeaceful.org/dishtv/DISH_TV_Bonus_View_Channels.html
Here's a partial screenshot of the table, as sorted by Channel Name. (You can click on a column header to sort.)
If you have any corrections or suggestions, please post here.
https://anythingpeaceful.org/dishtv/DISH_TV_Bonus_View_Channels.html
Here's a partial screenshot of the table, as sorted by Channel Name. (You can click on a column header to sort.)
If you have any corrections or suggestions, please post here.
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One Bonus View channel added today. And one correction (on my part):
One Removed:
My full list is at: DISH TV "Bonus View" Channels
BTW, not a Bonus View item, but there was a temporary channel 304 Spooktacular added, I imagine just for the Halloween season.
Thanks again to Pat for the many tips.
One Removed:
My full list is at: DISH TV "Bonus View" Channels
BTW, not a Bonus View item, but there was a temporary channel 304 Spooktacular added, I imagine just for the Halloween season.
Thanks again to Pat for the many tips.
T
Three new Bonus View channels today:
My full list is at: DISH TV "Bonus View" Channels
As always, thanks to Pat for the tips.
My full list is at: DISH TV "Bonus View" Channels
As always, thanks to Pat for the tips.
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Continuing the Kilauea thread in the Pub here. Perhaps the Iceland one too next time there's remarkable activity.
Currently there is precursory lava flowing into the crater, leading to the next episode that'll probably start within the next day.
You can see the pace of inflation / deflation here. It serves as the primary predictor for when the expect the eruptions, which coincide w/ inflation turning into significant deflation and last for several hours on average with significant fountaining.
www.usgs.gov
View: https://youtu.be/Uecu2seh4b4
Wife and I like the AfarTV feeds, for the discussion along w/ them, though they're otherwise just mirrors of the official USGS feeds.
View: https://youtu.be/iws3rh5vLAQ
Currently there is precursory lava flowing into the crater, leading to the next episode that'll probably start within the next day.
You can see the pace of inflation / deflation here. It serves as the primary predictor for when the expect the eruptions, which coincide w/ inflation turning into significant deflation and last for several hours on average with significant fountaining.
Monitoring Data for Kīlauea
For more information on how electronic tiltmeters and GPS receivers help monitor the deformation of Kīlauea volcano, see the HVO Deformation page.
View: https://youtu.be/Uecu2seh4b4
Wife and I like the AfarTV feeds, for the discussion along w/ them, though they're otherwise just mirrors of the official USGS feeds.
View: https://youtu.be/iws3rh5vLAQ
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Oooo, quite the show now. All three vents have doming and overflows. The cone that built up around the North vent lost its upper quarter at 02:50 Oct 17 and is now spewing lava at a healthy rate. Don't know if I would say it's a fountain, but it's close.
edit: The USGS has called the official start of Episode 55 as starting at 03:19 HST Oct 17, 2026:
Alert Level: WATCH, Color Code: ORANGE 2026-10-17 13:43:56 UTC
HVO/USGS Volcanic Activity Notice
Volcano: Kilauea (VNUM #332010)
Current Volcano Alert Level: WATCH
Current Aviation Color Code: ORANGE
Issued: Saturday, October 17, 2026, 3:43 AM HST
Source: Hawaiian Volcano Observatory
Notice Number: 2026/H488
Location: N 19 deg 25 min W 155 deg 17 min
Elevation: 4091 ft (1247 m)
Area: Hawaii
Summary: Episode 55 of the ongoing Halemaʻumaʻu eruption began at 3:19 AM HST on October 17, 2026.
Volcanic Activity:
Episode 55 of lava fountaining in Halemaʻumaʻu began at the summit of Kīlauea began at 3:19 AM HST on October 17, 2026.
Fountain heights are relatively low at about 100-150 feet (30-45 m), and it is not clear whether this episode will evolve to the same heights as previous episodes. Continuous overflows from the vents began yesterday, October 16, just before 6 a.m. HST and transitioned into episode 55 fountains at 3:19 a.m. HST this morning. The current forecast is for winds are blowing from the north-northeast direction, which suggests that volcanic gas emissions and volcanic material may be distributed to the south-southwest direction from Halemaʻumaʻu.
edit: The USGS has called the official start of Episode 55 as starting at 03:19 HST Oct 17, 2026:
Alert Level: WATCH, Color Code: ORANGE 2026-10-17 13:43:56 UTC
HVO/USGS Volcanic Activity Notice
Volcano: Kilauea (VNUM #332010)
Current Volcano Alert Level: WATCH
Current Aviation Color Code: ORANGE
Issued: Saturday, October 17, 2026, 3:43 AM HST
Source: Hawaiian Volcano Observatory
Notice Number: 2026/H488
Location: N 19 deg 25 min W 155 deg 17 min
Elevation: 4091 ft (1247 m)
Area: Hawaii
Summary: Episode 55 of the ongoing Halemaʻumaʻu eruption began at 3:19 AM HST on October 17, 2026.
Volcanic Activity:
Episode 55 of lava fountaining in Halemaʻumaʻu began at the summit of Kīlauea began at 3:19 AM HST on October 17, 2026.
Fountain heights are relatively low at about 100-150 feet (30-45 m), and it is not clear whether this episode will evolve to the same heights as previous episodes. Continuous overflows from the vents began yesterday, October 16, just before 6 a.m. HST and transitioned into episode 55 fountains at 3:19 a.m. HST this morning. The current forecast is for winds are blowing from the north-northeast direction, which suggests that volcanic gas emissions and volcanic material may be distributed to the south-southwest direction from Halemaʻumaʻu.
- All eruptive vents and lava flows are confined to Halemaʻumaʻu crater within Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park. Tephra fall from volcanic ash clouds is greatest within 3 miles (5 km) of the vents, lighter ash and Pele's Hair may stay suspended for large distances from the vents.
Kīlauea seems to be returning to the "normal" eruption script, impressive fountaining from the North Vent. For once, the V2 Cam has the best overall shot:
The lava flows have covered a good portion of the Halemaʻumaʻu crater floor.
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Now first, I'll mention that the area of FL I live in has extremely high humidity and not a lot of wind so things don't dry out very well for extended periods of time.
I'm in the process of tearing down and rebuilding a pergola with a surrounding deck that I built 9 yrs ago. 90% of the deck screws are just sheering off at the head because the screws rusted out. These are the deck screws you buy in the 25 lb box at your lumber yard. Very annoying. So I just ordered some 316L stainless steel screws to use for when I go to rebuild it.
I'm in the process of tearing down and rebuilding a pergola with a surrounding deck that I built 9 yrs ago. 90% of the deck screws are just sheering off at the head because the screws rusted out. These are the deck screws you buy in the 25 lb box at your lumber yard. Very annoying. So I just ordered some 316L stainless steel screws to use for when I go to rebuild it.
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