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Hi folks, this forum seems to be a great resource to get questions answered, so I am posting here in the hope that someone can help me.
I have a superdish and used to get the 119 and 121 satellite signals (but no 110 which I don't really need) at my old place. Now that I moved I find that I am getting only 110 and 119 at my new place (same zip code 98006, just 1 mile from my old place). I have the dish mounted on a small tripod-like thing inside my apartment facing a large window that faces south. My condo association prohibits placing the dish anywhere outside, including the outside walls of the unit, and my patio faces the north so I don't get a signal there. I have tried talking to the condo association multiple times to permit me to install the dish out on the lawn in front of the house (that faces the south) but to no avail. So the only choice left for me was to have the dish inside my home near a window.
I have the elevation and skew for the dish set to the values shown in the point dish screen in the receiver. However, no matter how much I try, I am not able to get the 121 satellite (I can get both 110 and 119 though, but the international programming I want is on 121). The 121 point dish screen shows a signal strength of around 70 but in red with "Wrong Sat - EchoStar 119 West)". I tried various transponder settings like 11, 15 and 21 but it still says wrong satellite. At first I thought it must be a problem with the FSS LNB and so had it replaced with another working LNB, but still have the same issue. I have the following questions:
1) If the dish is set up so that I get both 110 and 119 with good signal strength ( > 75), is it correct to assume that I should be also getting 121 without repointing the dish ?
2) For the "Wrong Sat" message, does it really mean that the FSS LNB is working but picking up the wrong sat ? If so, could it be fixed by making small adjustments to the azimuth or elevation of the dish ? I have tried that but didn't succeed.
3) I have checked all the cables, the DP34 switch connections etc and they seem to be fine. Also, my window is completely open so there is no chance of attenuation through the window glass or something. Since I am getting both 110 and 119 with good strength, what else could be the technical reason for not getting 121 ? There are some tree branches in the distance but I can't tell if they are in the line of sight. Could it be simply that since FSS is lower power signal it is getting attenuated by those tree branches ?
4) Lastly, what are my legal options to convince the condo association that I am not able to get a signal inside the unit, and so need to place the dish outside ? I have a technician come by who told me that if I place the dish outside I will definitely get the 121.
I have a superdish and used to get the 119 and 121 satellite signals (but no 110 which I don't really need) at my old place. Now that I moved I find that I am getting only 110 and 119 at my new place (same zip code 98006, just 1 mile from my old place). I have the dish mounted on a small tripod-like thing inside my apartment facing a large window that faces south. My condo association prohibits placing the dish anywhere outside, including the outside walls of the unit, and my patio faces the north so I don't get a signal there. I have tried talking to the condo association multiple times to permit me to install the dish out on the lawn in front of the house (that faces the south) but to no avail. So the only choice left for me was to have the dish inside my home near a window.
I have the elevation and skew for the dish set to the values shown in the point dish screen in the receiver. However, no matter how much I try, I am not able to get the 121 satellite (I can get both 110 and 119 though, but the international programming I want is on 121). The 121 point dish screen shows a signal strength of around 70 but in red with "Wrong Sat - EchoStar 119 West)". I tried various transponder settings like 11, 15 and 21 but it still says wrong satellite. At first I thought it must be a problem with the FSS LNB and so had it replaced with another working LNB, but still have the same issue. I have the following questions:
1) If the dish is set up so that I get both 110 and 119 with good signal strength ( > 75), is it correct to assume that I should be also getting 121 without repointing the dish ?
2) For the "Wrong Sat" message, does it really mean that the FSS LNB is working but picking up the wrong sat ? If so, could it be fixed by making small adjustments to the azimuth or elevation of the dish ? I have tried that but didn't succeed.
3) I have checked all the cables, the DP34 switch connections etc and they seem to be fine. Also, my window is completely open so there is no chance of attenuation through the window glass or something. Since I am getting both 110 and 119 with good strength, what else could be the technical reason for not getting 121 ? There are some tree branches in the distance but I can't tell if they are in the line of sight. Could it be simply that since FSS is lower power signal it is getting attenuated by those tree branches ?
4) Lastly, what are my legal options to convince the condo association that I am not able to get a signal inside the unit, and so need to place the dish outside ? I have a technician come by who told me that if I place the dish outside I will definitely get the 121.
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I was reading this article
thehill.com
That said this-
Last summer, for the first time, streaming services like Netflix and Amazon Prime claimed the largest share of the television viewing audience, surpassing both cable and broadcast TV. Streaming captured 34.8 percent of July viewers, according to Nielsen data, compared to 34.4 percent for cable and 21.6 percent for broadcast.
And then, sometime in the second half of 2022, cord-cutters became the majority. The share of cable and satellite television subscribers dipped to 48 percent, according to a report from Samba TV, a television technology company.
Now I do not consider those with YTTV and the likes, Cord Cutters, but they still do not have Traditional Cable/Satellite delivered Live TV, so I decided to do the math.
There are, now, 129 Million Households in the United States.
In 2015, there were 100 Million Cable/Sat Subscribers , no streaming Live TV Service.
Today, there are 66 Million Live TV subscribers, including Cable, Satellite and Streaming.
Roughly, Streaming Live TV has 14 Million subs including all of them.
So that means, Cable/Satellite now has, roughly, 51 Million Households
So in just 8 years, lost 49% of their subscribers and by the end of this year, expected sub count to be, roughly, 45 million households.
That means a total loss of 55% since 2015 at the end of 2023.
But out of 129 Million households, 45 million will mean only 35% will get Cable/Satellite Delivered Live TV by the end of 2023.
Imagine what 2024 will be like.
Cable TV ‘cord-cutters’ became the majority in 2022
The steady decline of cable and broadcast television, and the rise of streaming services, reached a sort of inflection point over the past year. Last summer, for the first time, streaming ser…
thehill.com
That said this-
Last summer, for the first time, streaming services like Netflix and Amazon Prime claimed the largest share of the television viewing audience, surpassing both cable and broadcast TV. Streaming captured 34.8 percent of July viewers, according to Nielsen data, compared to 34.4 percent for cable and 21.6 percent for broadcast.
And then, sometime in the second half of 2022, cord-cutters became the majority. The share of cable and satellite television subscribers dipped to 48 percent, according to a report from Samba TV, a television technology company.
Now I do not consider those with YTTV and the likes, Cord Cutters, but they still do not have Traditional Cable/Satellite delivered Live TV, so I decided to do the math.
There are, now, 129 Million Households in the United States.
In 2015, there were 100 Million Cable/Sat Subscribers , no streaming Live TV Service.
Today, there are 66 Million Live TV subscribers, including Cable, Satellite and Streaming.
Roughly, Streaming Live TV has 14 Million subs including all of them.
So that means, Cable/Satellite now has, roughly, 51 Million Households
So in just 8 years, lost 49% of their subscribers and by the end of this year, expected sub count to be, roughly, 45 million households.
That means a total loss of 55% since 2015 at the end of 2023.
But out of 129 Million households, 45 million will mean only 35% will get Cable/Satellite Delivered Live TV by the end of 2023.
Imagine what 2024 will be like.
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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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College Football Playoff, ESPN agree to 5-year, $1.7 billion deal expanding field to 24 teams starting in 2027
The CFP field will have 12 teams this year, before doubling in 2027.
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Comcast is the first to report, with a massive 274,000 loss in video subscribers.
In the 3Q of 2016, Comcast had 21.42 million video subscribers and was the #1 provider, now at 10.39 million and is the #3 Provider, YTTV is #2 ( who also surpassed DirecTV-8 Million and Dish-under 5 Million), Charter/Spectrum is #1.
cordcuttersnews.com
In the 3Q of 2016, Comcast had 21.42 million video subscribers and was the #1 provider, now at 10.39 million and is the #3 Provider, YTTV is #2 ( who also surpassed DirecTV-8 Million and Dish-under 5 Million), Charter/Spectrum is #1.
Comcast Just Lost 274,000 TV Customers & 144,000 Internet Customers In Just Three Months | Cord Cutters News
Comcast Corporation reported its third-quarter 2026 results on October 22, showing continued erosion in its domestic residential broadband internet and video customer bases as competitive pressures intensified across the connectivity market. The company recorded a net loss of 144,000 domestic...
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Thats good, the neighborhood generally look better with buried plant ... until someone puts a shovel into the line planting the Spring Garden.
In my local area all underground utilities are under the sidewalk. Of course from there, when entering your property, They are at least 18" in your dirt.Thats good, the neighborhood generally look better with buried plant ... until someone puts a shovel into the line planting the Spring Garden.
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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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SpaceX boldly goes into 'huge' 5G network rollout with Qualcomm
After trying satellites and small cells, Elon Musk's SpaceX is to build a terrestrial mobile network across tens of thousands of sites with Qualcomm.
www.lightreading.com
For your viewing pleasure...
finance.yahoo.com
AT&T, T-Mobile Are Reportedly Ready To Boot Boost Mobile If SpaceX Buys It
Semafor’s Rohan Goswami said that AT&T and T-Mobile have discussed removing Boost Mobile from their networks if SpaceX acquires the EchoStar unit, creating a potential obstacle to Elon Musk’s push to become a major U.S. wireless carrier.
finance.yahoo.com
For your viewing pleasure...
AT&T, T-Mobile Are Reportedly Ready To Boot Boost Mobile If SpaceX Buys It
Semafor’s Rohan Goswami said that AT&T and T-Mobile have discussed removing Boost Mobile from their networks if SpaceX acquires the EchoStar unit, creating a potential obstacle to Elon Musk’s push to become a major U.S. wireless carrier.
That's ok, I'm sure Verizon will be happy to take them.
Mr. Morris is no journalist. That article reads like a political hit job.SpaceX boldly goes into 'huge' 5G network rollout with Qualcomm
After trying satellites and small cells, Elon Musk's SpaceX is to build a terrestrial mobile network across tens of thousands of sites with Qualcomm.www.lightreading.com
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Wireless Joey 4. Yesterday, I noticed a little green dot on a small black field in the upper right hand corner of the screen, regardless of channel, recordings, etc. A restart got rid of it, but I am curious as to what It meant and what I did to get it there.
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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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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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HBO Max and Paramount+ to Combine Into One Streaming Platform, Paramount Says HBO Brand Will 'Operate With Independence'
Paramount+ right now is at $13.99 for the ad-free with Showtime content and HBO MAX is now $22.99 for the 4K ad-free plan so together they are $36.98. By the time this goes through the approval process which I am sure will fly right through you would probably looking at $50 per month for the ad-free 4K plan combined.
Paramount+ right now is at $13.99 for the ad-free with Showtime content and HBO MAX is now $22.99 for the 4K ad-free plan so together they are $36.98. By the time this goes through the approval process which I am sure will fly right through you would probably looking at $50 per month for the ad-free 4K plan combined.
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There on no ad blockers on my TV. Some people prefer watching content on a TV.use an adblocker
There are ways to block ads for your TV and other devices on your home network if you are willing to put in the effort.There on no ad blockers on my TV. Some people prefer watching content on a TV.
DC Studios Shocker: James Gunn, Peter Safran Stepping Down with Marvel Alum Jeremy Latcham to Take Over
The duo were believed to be safe amid the Skydance takeover of Warner Bros., but now have a former Kevin Feige protege taking over their division.
www.hollywoodreporter.com
DC Shocker: James Gunn, Peter Safran Out as Co-Chairmen, Marvel Veteran Jeremy Latcham to Lead Comic Book Studio
James Gunn and Peter Safran are stepping down as co-presidents of DC Studios, and they will be replaced by Jeremy Latcham.
variety.com
And it begins. Looking to trim $2 billion there will be a lot of people out of jobs.
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Stumbled across this ... http://www.gaspricewatch.com/USGas_ZipSearch.asp
I found no local prices, although it did show stations at my location...
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USA National Gas Temperature Map
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I found no local prices, although it did show stations at my location...
Added these to this post...
USA National Gas Temperature Map
State By State Gasoline Taxes
Gas Buddy
Ethanol Free Stations
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