Social Feed

JohnL

Last reply Jun 18, 2018 · posted in DISH Network Support Forum

RV/Boat Dish Service Questions

I currently have a Boat with an Intellian "I2" In motion system. This system is compatible with either all (SD/HD) Dish Network Service (although Dish Compatibility depends on a sister Box "MiM" to the standard Intellian Dish controller) or KU-Band only DirecTV which can only see the SD only Core Service and Local SD Locals from 101 and 119 Spotbeams. I currently have the standard I2 for KU Band Only DirecTV

DirecTV is now replacing ALL SD Boxes free of charge, with them saying they are phasing out SD service. I've called them to ask what this means does it mean:

1) KU Band satellites are being turned off at some specific Date (to be determined later)
2) Turn off 119 so just No SD Locals or move to all 119 Locals to MPEG4 Service after you swap out the SD MPEG2 boxes
3) Only All SD Core Service to 101 in MPEG4 with new HD Box
4) Provide a limited number of Core channels in HD at 101

Nobody seems to know.

This means I would like to work out a solution.

It might mean getting the MIM Intellian box to use my Intellian I2, which can be set to Eastern Arc 61.5/72 or Western Arc 119/110/129. The Intellian I2 can only receive One Satellite slot at a time, but the Intellian I2 can output to TWO Boxes or ONE 2 tuner DVR.

I had Dish Network in the past. I'm wondering if Dish still has Older NON-Hopper/Joey Hardware like the 211 which I believe could become a one tuner DVR, or is a Two Tuner DVR worth it, and if or how many times would I have satellite slot conflicts based on the channels selected between the two tuners. How about a Single Tuner Wally would this work and does the Wally have the new Modern UI like the Hopper and how does the WALLY DVR HardDrive option work?

Any help anybody could provide would be extremely helpful.

12 Replies · 3220 views

Load Replies (12) Reply Legacy View

navychop

Jun 18, 2018

From the original post:

How about a Single Tuner Wally would this work and ....

pattykay

Jun 18, 2018

navychop said:
From the original post:

How about a Single Tuner Wally would this work and ....

I missed that. I read the original post before it was edited. If I had spotted that, I certainly would have chimed in.

JohnL said:
... does the Wally have the new Modern UI like the Hopper and how does the WALLY DVR HardDrive option work?

Any help anybody could provide would be extremely helpful.

Yes, the Wally has the new UI, just like the Hoppers. The DVR hard drive option is the only way you can use both tuners on the Wally. Without the hard drive, it basically functions like a single-tuner non-DVR, even though it technically has two tuners. Just hook up a compatible hard drive to the USB port on the Wally, and pay Dish a one-time $40 fee for them to activate the DVR functionality. After that, you can record two shows at the same time, or watch one show live while another show records from the other tuner.

stardust3

Jun 18, 2018

crodrules said:
I missed that. I read the original post before it was edited. If I had spotted that, I certainly would have chimed in.

Yes, the Wally has the new UI, just like the Hoppers. The DVR hard drive option is the only way you can use both tuners on the Wally. Without the hard drive, it basically functions like a single-tuner non-DVR, even though it technically has two tuners. Just hook up a compatible hard drive to the USB port on the Wally, and pay Dish a one-time $40 fee for them to activate the DVR functionality. After that, you can record two shows at the same time, or watch one show live while another show records from the other tuner.

Pretty sure those types of systems that are compatible with either dish or direct like the op describes having use legacy lnbs.

Someone correct me if I'm wrong but I do not believe this will work with a legacy lnb.

Tampa8

Jun 18, 2018

navychop said:
From the original post:

How about a Single Tuner Wally would this work and ....

Lol. Thus I did not mention getting a single tuner one.....

Maybe it wasn't strong enough without saying there isn't a single tuner one....

pattykay

Jun 18, 2018

Tampa8 said:
Lol. Thus I did not mention getting a single tuner one..... Maybe it wasn't strong enough without saying there isn't a single tuner one....

...except if stardust3 is right, or if the OP does not add a hard drive, then it basically would be a single tuner one. I think DPP (or DPH) LNBs are required for both tuners to work.

JohnL

Jun 18, 2018

stardust3 said:
Pretty sure those types of systems that are compatible with either dish or direct like the op describes having use legacy lnbs.

Someone correct me if I'm wrong but I do not believe this will work with a legacy lnb.

Yes, the LNBF on the Intellian I2 uses Dish Networks' Legacy LNBF switching technology.

stardust3

Jun 18, 2018

JohnL said:
Yes, the LNBF on the Intellian I2 uses Dish Networks' Legacy LNBF switching technology.

Now the big question is, will this work with a Wally? I know Directv's latest equipment are only compatible with swm lnbs. Have serious doubts about a wally working with legacy stuff.

pattykay

Jun 18, 2018

stardust3 said:
Now the big question is, will this work with a Wally? I know Directv's latest equipment uses only swm lnbs. Have serious doubts about a wally working with legacy stuff.

I have not tried it, but I think I read that it will work as a single-tuner receiver. My guess is that it disables the DPP separator that is built in, just like it did before the software was released to enable the second tuner.

Reactions: stardust3

View all replies (12)

TWiT Tech Podcast Network

23 minutes ago · posted in TWiT Tech Podcast Network

Rest in Peace Walter Koenig & Patrick Stewart

Time for another AWESOME video from the TWIT Network!

View: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gxc8oEnTTpc

Direct YouTube Link - Rest in Peace Walter Koenig & Patrick Stewart
TWIT's Website
TWIT Live Feed

0 Replies · 1 views

Replies Reply Legacy View

osu1991

Pub Member / Supporter

Last reply Today at 5:55 PM · posted in The Chit Chat Club

USA Healthcare Costs are Ridiculous

Pissed off at the crappy healthcare costs

My health Insurance renewal for 2027 just came in. Going from $827 a month to $1,187 a month. Deductible going up a $1k to $9,350. Max out of pocket also going up $1k to $11,000. Doctor co-pay of $40. Urgent Care co-pay $50. ER 50% coinsurance after deductible. That's all in network. Out of network is double, should it be needed.

Have to think about this. I'm really tempted to just go without now. I only go to the doctor once or twice a year. I pay out of pocket for Tirzepitide and can do without the Rosuvastatin (crestor) now. Really tired of spending over $10k a year and getting nothing out of it.

After years with Blue Cross I switched last year to Ambetter as my Blue Cross premium was going from $1200 to $1800 for a Silver plan and the Bronze plan was still going to be $1300 at BCBS. Ambetter was $827 for the same coverage with a Bronze plan. Didn't think it would jump this much so soon.

I'm guessing a Silver plan is probably over $2,000 a month for 2027.

10 Replies · 95 views

Load Replies (10) Reply Legacy View

Reactions: AZ.

b4pjoe

Today at 3:49 PM

osu1991 said:
Pissed off at the crappy healthcare costs

Are you employed with no work insurance or that is what you are paying for your workplace insurance? Or is that through Healthcare.gov? Retired? Eligible for medicare?

vazhog

Today at 4:05 PM

that cut is only for illegals to get off the rolls and I was being sarcastic before -

telstar_1

Today at 4:07 PM

The 2030s will likely bring renewed health reform

osu1991

Today at 4:28 PM

b4pjoe said:
Are you employed with no work insurance or that is what you are paying for your workplace insurance? Or is that through Healthcare.gov? Retired? Eligible for medicare?

Started my own business in 2006, been self employed for 20 years this year.

Reactions: b4pjoe, meStevo and dishstaller

meStevo

Today at 4:52 PM

vazhog said:
that cut is only for illegals to get off the rolls and I was being sarcastic before -

Even sarcastically it's wrong. Undocumented immigrants already weren't eligible for federal Medicaid, so there's no one to "get off the rolls." The immigrant-related pieces are a small part of the ~$1 trillion. They cut the federal match for emergency care from 90% to the state's regular rate and end eligibility for some lawful immigrants like refugees. Most of the "savings" come from work requirements, more frequent eligibility checks, and provider tax limits, which hit citizens.

Either way, the cost doesn't disappear. It shifts to states, hospitals, and everyone else's premiums and will only serve to make issues like those raised in this thread worse.

Reactions: osu1991

dishstaller

Today at 5:05 PM

meStevo said:
Undocumented immigrants already weren't eligible for federal Medicaid, so there's no one to "get off the rolls."

That's only part correct. Actually I had to look it up to make sure. There is NO Federal money going to Medicaid for illegals but there ARE some states that use State money to pay for Medicaid for illegals. Here's the list

- California: Covers all income-eligible undocumented adults. [1, 2]
- Colorado: Covers specific adult demographics (with upcoming budget caps in 2027). [1]
- Illinois: Covers specific adult age brackets. [1]
- New York: Covers specific adult demographics. [1]
- Oregon: Covers all income-eligible undocumented adults. [1, 2]
- Washington: Covers specific adult demographics. [1, 2]
- Washington, D.C.: Provides adult coverage through the D.C. Health Care Alliance. [1, 2]

meStevo

Today at 5:55 PM

dishstaller said:
That's only part correct. Actually I had to look it up to make sure. There is NO Federal money going to Medicaid for illegals but there ARE some states that use State money to pay for Medicaid for illegals. Here's the list

California: Covers all income-eligible undocumented adults. [1, 2]

Colorado: Covers specific adult demographics (with upcoming budget caps in 2027). [1]

Illinois: Covers specific adult age brackets. [1]

New York: Covers specific adult demographics. [1]

Oregon: Covers all income-eligible undocumented adults. [1, 2]

Washington: Covers specific adult demographics. [1, 2]

Washington, D.C.: Provides adult coverage through the D.C. Health Care Alliance. [1, 2]

Fair point, but it's consistent with what I said: no federal Medicaid money goes to undocumented immigrants. Those programs are state-funded, so the federal ~$1T cut can't touch them. Whatever states decide to do with their own programs is a separate budget decision.

Reactions: osu1991 and Bobby

View all replies (10)

Scott Greczkowski

Staff member HERE TO HELP YOU! Cutting Edge

Last reply Today at 5:53 PM · posted in The Chit Chat Club

Song Name Game Part 3!

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....

68674 Replies · 2680965 views

Load Replies (68674) Reply Legacy View

Reactions: c-spand

gms49ers

Today at 1:34 PM

Can't You Hear Me Knocking - The Rolling Stones

long_time_Dish

Today at 4:06 PM

I Can Hear Music - The Beach Boys

dishstaller

Today at 4:16 PM

Boom Boom ( Out Go The Lights ) - Pat Travers

sdfntx

Today at 5:30 PM

Palisades Park - Freddy "Boom Boom" Cannon

Reactions: RaiderPower and Bobby

RaiderPower

Today at 5:53 PM

Cherry Hill Park - Billy Joe Royal

View all replies (68674)

TWiT Tech Podcast Network

Today at 5:42 PM · posted in TWiT Tech Podcast Network

Apple's New Touchscreen MacBook Pro with Tandem OLED Display

Time for another AWESOME video from the TWIT Network!

View: https://www.youtube.com/shorts/Obg_1yMsldU

Direct YouTube Link - Apple's New Touchscreen MacBook Pro with Tandem OLED Display
TWIT's Website
TWIT Live Feed

0 Replies · 6 views

Replies Reply Legacy View

dishstaller

Pub Member / Supporter Lifetime Supporter

Last reply Today at 5:34 PM · posted in DISH Network Support Forum

Claude's site is still up and running. New link required

I figured some of the guys would be looking here for an answer. You'll need to use this link

DishRetailer

America's Oldest Satellite Forum!

satelliteretailer.com

I'll mention what happened over there. I don't want to cause Scott any issues or put him in a bad spot.

1 Replies · 40 views

Load Replies (1) Reply Legacy View

Reactions: dishrich, JSheridan and charlesrshell

dishstaller

Today at 5:34 PM

If any of you know some of the guys from the board and you have their contact info, please reach out to them....many failed to update their contact info and some even had starband email addresses.

Reactions: charlesrshell

Linus Tech Tips

Today at 4:32 PM · posted in Linus Tech Tips

Ep. 35 - Best Tech for a Deserted Island...

Time for another AWESOME video from Linus Tech Tips!

View: https://www.youtube.com/shorts/9st7OYkUHJk

Direct YouTube Link - Ep. 35 - Best Tech for a Deserted Island...
Linus on Facebook
The LTT Store

0 Replies · 9 views

Replies Reply Legacy View

dfergie

Staff member HERE TO HELP YOU!

Last reply Today at 4:12 PM · posted in What's Cooking?

What's For Lunch?

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...

5450 Replies · 336199 views

Load Replies (5450) Reply Legacy View

dfergie

Oct 19, 2026

Chili dog bowl, water… (homemade chili)

Reactions: TRG, Bobby and Mr Tony

TRG

Monday at 2:53 PM

Leftover wanton soup and pork fried rice. Water.

dfergie

Yesterday at 1:26 PM

Sweet tea…

Reactions: Bobby and TRG

TRG

Yesterday at 1:50 PM

Tuna salad sandwich on toasted honey whole wheat bread with a handful of kettle chips. Water.

Reactions: Bobby

TRG

Today at 4:12 PM

Breakfast for lunch. Crispy corned beef hash, home fries, two over easy eggs and sourdough toast.

Reactions: dfergie, osu1991 and Bobby

View all replies (5450)

dfergie

Staff member HERE TO HELP YOU!

Last reply Today at 4:09 PM · posted in The Sports Section

Auto Racing 2026

New thread or keep this one?

View: https://www.youtube.com/live/AgOI9DNCmPg?si=l-YcZmHl7GXXF8fX

160 Replies · 3647 views

Load Replies (160) Reply Legacy View

Reactions: Foxbat and meStevo

dfergie

Sep 26, 2026

View: https://www.youtube.com/live/FN7KEVee0IY?is=G-gCAp4CudLNgaYP

Foxbat

Sep 26, 2026

Weird F1 weekend is already over with a Saturday race.

dfergie

Oct 9, 2026

Tried to watch the truck race but the stage c**p is why I don't watch NASCAR anymore…

Reactions: Yespage

Yespage

Oct 16, 2026

Today is the anniversary of Dan Wheldon's passing at Las Vegas in a dreadful crash that luckily didn't take more drivers' lives. I vaguely remember the crash, but I more strongly remember Paul Tracy trying to keep it together as he left the Medical Center knowing that Dan most likely wasn't going to.

The safety in these vehicles is beyond incomprehensible, especially relative to what it was 60 years ago, when dying wasn't unexpected. But it is still very dangerous. I always scoff at the prayer invocations, but never scoff at the risks these drivers take and the emergency workers out there who might need to pull short of a miracle to save a driver's life.

dfergie said:
Tried to watch the truck race but the stage c**p is why I don't watch NASCAR anymore…

HBO Max has the live in car streaming without commercials, which provides an interesting take, but you are driving blind, knowing only what the team is telling the driver about what is happening on the track. The stages definitely ruin the NASCAR set up.

Reactions: dfergie

Yespage

Today at 4:09 PM

NASCAR is an abject mess, but at least it has Kyle Larson. Guy had the lead on the green/white checker, fell back to 12th or the like, kept his cool, and charged back to win with room to spare at the line. And win very cleanly!

NASCAR needs to stop racing at Talladega. Especially if they are going for elderly Sunday drives at the track! Stage racing is real stupid, but NASCAR should consider one half point a second per group gap as a bonus.

View all replies (160)

TWiT Tech Podcast Network

Today at 4:02 PM · posted in TWiT Tech Podcast Network