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VOOM HD NETWORKS' FEBRUARY 2007 PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – VOOM HD Networks (www.Voom.com), television's largest and most diverse suite of high-definition channels has something for everyone. Available nationally on the DISH Network, VOOM HD Networks' channels provide breathtaking content that raises television to a new level of experience. The 15 VOOM channels offer great TV made in stunning HD and 5.1 Dolby® Digital surround sound, commercial free and 24-hours-a-day. Programming includes animation, family fare, movies, sports, fashion, music, art, travel, culture, video games, and news in an ever-expanding slate of new original programming. Details of the February 2007 program highlights are as follows. Photos are available to press upon request. Schedules are subject to change.
ULTRA HD— The hottest fashion, the coolest styles and insight into the luxe life from around the world
Single this Valentine's Day? Then spend your evening with ULTRA HD's special block of programming celebrating the one love of your life that will never let you down! Sole Mates: A Valentines Day Celebration of Shoesfeatures the premiere of two all new specials as well as a new look at the best of the channel's past programs about footwear!
Kick Up Your Heels: A Full Frontal Fashion Special
Premieres Wednesday, February 14th at 8:00pm ETon DISH channel 9478
This one-hour special edition of America's top fashion program celebrates women's romance with shoes. Model/actress Beth Ostrosky (also known as the love in Howard Stern's life) is the guest host, with special reporting from Full Frontal's correspondents Lloyd Boston, James Aguiar, Christina Ha and Judy Licht. Highlights of this program include an insider's look into Glamour magazine's accessory closet; a trip to Ferragamo's shoe factory in Florence, Italy for a behind-the-scenes look at the making of a pair of high-end shoes; a feature on women's passionate attachment to shoes with psychoanalyst Dr. Gail Saltz; special interviews with hot shoe designer Stuart Weitzman and trendy new-comer Holly Dunlap of Hollywould; tips on how to shop for vintage shoes; and extreme shoe makeovers for three women who are making major footwear faux pas.
Behind the Label: Ferragamo
Premieres Wednesday, February 14th at 9:30pm ETon DISH channel 9478
Host Judy Licht and the Behind the Label crew jetted off to Italy, the country that sets the standard of fine shoe making, to explore the empire of Ferragamo. Judy speaks with key players from this family-run business that has become a global institution. Viewers also get a behind-the-scenes look at the headquarters housed in a 13th-century Florentine palazzo, the shoe-making artistry in the factory, and the fields of their medieval Tuscan estate, Il Borro.
TREASURE HD — The first channel for the 70 million people with a passion for collecting
Magnificent Obsessions
New episodes on Saturdays at 12:00pm ET on DISH channel 9473
The second season of TREASURE HD's original half-hour series Magnificent Obsessions continues in February with more profiles of people who have turned their everyday interests into a passion that drives their lives. For these individuals, it's not about hobbies – it's about a lifestyle. This month the series will head into battle with Civil War re-enactors (2/3), fly high with a family of glider-plane junkies (2/10), spend Christmas with some people that are truly crazy about the trimmings (2/17), and explodes onto the scene with a fireworks designer (2/25).
RAVE HD — Music like you've never experienced it on TV before: the world's top acts in high definition and 5.1 Dolby® surround sound
Talks with Dave Fanning: Peter Frampton
Premieres Friday, February 9th at 10:00pm ET on DISH channel 9470
Get ready for the Grammy's with RAVE HD's special half-hour interview with Peter Frampton, a two-time nominee this year. With his good looks, his monster hits of the '70s (Show Me the Way, Baby, I Love Your Way), and Peter Frampton Comes Alive! (still the top-selling live album ever), this legendary artist achieved a pop status that sometimes eclipses his continuing influence as one of the best guitarists in rock 'n roll. Dave Fanning's fascinating interview with Frampton explores his days in The Herd as "The Face of 1968"; his part in the groundbreaking band, Humble Pie; his work on George Harrison's masterpiece All Things Must Pass; his tour with school-chum David Bowie, and, of course, his acclaimed new album, Fingerprints. Immediately following the interview, catch an encore presentation of Frampton's Soundstage concert, which premiered on VOOM last September.
Dave Fanning's other guests this month include David Gray (2/16), the critically acclaimed singer-songwriter; and New Order (2/23), one of the most popular bands of the 1980s and a highly influential force in the alternative rock and dance music scene. Talks with Dave Fanning offers one-on-one interviews that give new insight and a provocative look into the work and careers of celebrated musicians. Host Dave Fanning is a legendary Irish radio DJ, renowned for giving U2 their first significant airplay and for hundreds of interviews with the world's most famous rock n' roll stars.
GALLERY HD — Stunning imagery and stories from the front line of the art world
Opera Lovers Take Note!
Beginning Sunday, February 18th at 12:00pm ET on DISH channel 9472
With its high drama and grand spectacle, opera is enjoying a huge resurgence in popularity. GALLERY HD will now present all the glory of opera in stunning high definition and 5.1 Dolby® Digital surround sound. Each Sunday, the channel will showcase a different world-class opera. The series will kick off on February 18th with Handel's Giulio Cesare, as presented by the UK's Glyndebourne Opera House. Sung in Italian, the opera stars critically acclaimed mezzo-soprano Sarah Connolly. Opera magazine says that "Sarah Connolly is surely one of the best Handelians today." The music is provided by the Orchestra of the Age of Enlightenment, the UK's leading period instrument ensemble. Next up will be Verdi's Otello (2/25)starring José Cura, who is ranked among the world's leading interpreters of Verdi's music. The production was recorded live at the Gran Teatre del Liceu in Barcelona. All the operas will include English subtitles.
RUSH HD — Life on the edge with the adrenaline junkies of adventure sports
Nomads
New episodes premiere Friday nights at 10:00pm ET on DISH channel 9476
Only a select few have what it takes to live the life of an action sports athlete. "Nomads" are those select few who travel searching for the most perfect spots, the best competition, and a place to make their mark. When they find it – they don't leave without giving it their all, proving their worthiness to the sport they love. This dynamic series follows these world class athletes, documenting the amazing locations and their death-defying feats of athleticism. This month's episodes feature heli-skiing in the remote mountains of Alaska (2/9); daredevil motocross riders performing in the streets of Louisville, Kentucky (2/16); and a professional freeskier who tries his luck with the dangerous sport of Base jumping.
GAMEPLAY HD — The high definition channel leading the next generation of TV for gamers
GAMEPLAY HD PRESENTS:
GAMECASTER'S BATTLEFIELD 2142 INVITATIONAL
First episode premieres Thursday, February 15th at 10:00pm ET on DISH channel 9485
A true breakthrough for gaming on television, this original eight-part half-hour tournament series follows the frenzied combat between eight teams invited to compete on a pre-release version of EA's highly anticipated new game, Battlefield 2142, for the PC. The exciting game play was all captured using the Gamecaster Cybercam S2, a patent-pending camera technology that creates a 360° view of the "world" inside a game. This remarkable advancement allows a professional sports cameraman to shoot a video game tournament with the precision and fluidity of a real-life pro sports event. The tournament is hosted by video game enthusiast Sonny Sandoval, best known as the lead singer of the multi-platinum rap-rock band P.O.D.
EQUATOR HD—The most extraordinary places and people on the planet
The Megafalls of Iguaçu
Premieres Wednesday,February 7th at 8:00pm ET on DISH channel 9471
On the border of Brazil and Argentina rages one of the most spectacular secrets of the natural world – Iguaçu Falls, one of the planet's largest waterfalls and a fearsome display of the raw power of water. Iguaçu National Park is a biological hotspot for some of South America's most amazing animals, but this refuge is fighting for survival. Small, dedicated teams work tirelessly to guard it from the encroachment of poachers and illegal deforestation. Drastic action is needed, but it is a hard place to police. In the wet season, up to 300 individual falls drain from the hundreds of miles of surrounding forest. In this program, marvel at the beauty of the falls in stunning high definition, and find out if this magical place can be saved.
ANIMANIA HD--Eye-popping HD animation for all ages
Pixcodelics
New Episodes each Saturday in February at 3:30pm ET on DISH channel 9474
Catch five brand new episodes of the original animated series Pixcodeliocs this month on ANIMANIA HD. This cartoon, produced exclusively for ANIMANIA HD, follows a group of cyber-savvy teens as they battle to protect the Internet and the world from an evil genius and his dastardly pet cat from the future.
VOOM's HDNEWS — The only HD source for 24/7 news, sports, weather
Ecological and Environmental Challenges Facing America
Special reports throughout the month of February on DISH channel 9482
HDNews will take a high-def look at the ecological and environmental challenges facing America today. This special series will feature in-depth reports about rising sea-water levels on the Gulf Coast; the great environmental threat to Alaska caused by rising temperatures and melting ice flows; and how the destruction of wildlife and flora is causing global warming.
WORLDSPORT HD—Live sports coverage from top worldwide arenas
SPANISH PREMIER LEAGUE (SPL) SOCCER
Airing on DISH channel 9477 - Check local listings for times
The World Cup's television ratings in America outpaced the World Series this year, introducing millions of new fans to players like Ronaldinho, David Beckham and Fabio Cannavaro. These superstars are all part of the Spanish Premier League, widely acknowledged as the world's top soccer league. WORLDSPORT HD continues its live coverage of the SPL through June. Prior to each match, catch La Liga Report, a half-hour in-depth look at the league and at news surrounding the sport's most popular stars. Specific schedule details, including updates regarding player line-ups and start times, as well as La Liga Report highlights, are available online at www.worldsporthd.com.
VOOM HD: EVERY MOVIE FAN'S DREAM
HUNDREDS OF TITLES FOR EVERY TASTE, ALL REMASTERED FROM 35MM INTO STUNNING HD
MONSTERS HD—The masters of movie horror in terrifying HD clarity
Six high-def premieres this month, DISH channel 9481
- <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; tab-stops: list .5in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1">Blade Runner: The Director's Cut (1882) – Directed by Sir Ridley Scott (Alien, Thelma & Louise), this film was a flop when originally released in theaters. However, it achieved cult status through re-issue on television and home video. The film stars Harrison Ford and Rutger Hauer (2/3 at 1:45pm ET) <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; tab-stops: list .5in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1">Night of the Creeps (1986) – This film is a cult favorite and is not available on home video or DVD. It features special effects created by the award-winning make-up artist, David Miller, famous for his work in Michael Jackson's "Thriller" video. (2/4 at 5:15pm ET) <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; tab-stops: list .5in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1">Bram Stoker's Dracula (1992) – Produced and directed by Francis Ford Coppola, this film is based on the novel Dracula by Bram Stoker. It stars Keanu Reeves, Winona Ryder, Gary Oldman and Anthony Hopkins (2/14 at 8:00pm ET) <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; tab-stops: list .5in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1">Salem's Lot (1979) – This made for TV movie, based on the novel by Stephen King, originally aired on CBS in 1979. The movie stars David Soul (famous for his portrayal of Hutch on the popular TV series Starsky and Hutch and James Mason (a world-renown English actor). MONSTERS HD will premiere the entire movie, uninterrupted with bonus gory scenes. The new footage incorporates graphically violent scenes that were omitted from the original US broadcast, but distributed internationally. (2/17 at 12:15pm ET) <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; tab-stops: list .5in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1">A Return to Salem's Lot (1987) – This is the sequel to the made for TV movie based on Stephen King's novel Salem's Lot. It stars Golden Globe winner Michael Moriarty. (2/17 at 3:30pm ET)
- Christine(1983), Directed by John Carpenter, one of the most accomplished and influential horror and science fiction directors in Hollywood, this movie is based on the novel by Stephen King. It tells the story of an antique automobile possessed by supernatural forces. (2/18 at 6:30pm ET)
Kung Fu All-stars: Bruce Lee
A different film each Wednesday night at 8:00pm ET on DISH 9479
Bruce Lee is widely regarded as one of the most influential martial artists of the 20th century. Lee's films sparked the first major surge of interest in Chinese martial arts in the West and, though American born, he became an iconic figure particularly to the Chinese; as he portrayed Chinese national pride and Chinese nationalism in his movies. Films in this series include: Fists of Fury (2/7), The Chinese Connection (2/14), The Way of the Dragon (2/21), and Game of Death (2/28)
FILM FEST HD — A non-stop film festival for movie fans
All new high-def premeires! DISH channel 9480
- <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; COLOR: black; tab-stops: list .5in; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo2">Cool World (1992) – From the mind of animation ledgend Ralph Bakshi, this film merges live actors with animated characters. A cartoonist (Gabriel Byrne) finds himself in the animated world he created; and he is seduced by one of his characters, Holli Would (voiced by Kim Basinger), who wants to become human. Brad Pitt plays a human who has chosen to stay in "Cool World" to serve as a police officer. (2/9 at 8:00pm ET) <LI class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; COLOR: black; tab-stops: list .5in; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo2">Slam (1998) – This film won awards at the Cannes Film Festival and the Sundance Film Festival. It tells the story of a gifted young MC trapped in a housing project ruled by gangs. Unable to find a job, he copes with the despair and poverty of his neighborhood by using his wits and verbal talent. (2/26 at 8:00pm ET)
- Basquiat (1996) Basquiat tells the true story of the meteoric rise of youthful artist Jean-Michel Basquiat. Starting out as a street artist, Jean-Michel is "discovered" by Andy Warhol and becomes an international sensation. The film was the acclaimed directorial debut of renouned painter Julian Schnabel, and stars Jeffrey Wright asBasquiat, Dennis Hopper, Benicio Del Toro, Parker Posey, Tatum O'Neal, Gary Oldman, Courtney Love and David Bowie as Andy Warhol. (2/27 at 8:00pm ET)
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I know HipKat said that they were working on conversions but we got the official news yesterday right from Dish that starting next month all DMA's will be on the western arc, and all customers will be assigned to that. That's gonna mean a lot of customers around here aren't gonna get Dish unless there are exceptions. Too many mountains and trees.
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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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Howdy folks long time no write.
Issue(s): Horizontal transponders (esp. Weigel mux) breakup/mosaic/sputtering audio, JTV less so (but received perfectly up until a month or so ago.
Vertical is fine (Daystar). Up until recently couldn't even get any signal on Weigel Mux but JTV was perfect.
What I did to improve things: A slight westward move improved reception but only slightly (approx 72 on the micro HD, sorry no dB to post). I removed the 3-way C-Band splitter and used a 2-way to get a 1-2 db signal gain ( the power port goes to the Startrak - the micro HD doesn't have enough juice ! (1st clue) even after swapping the switching power supply it came with with a heftier linear 12 V supply (less RFI too !).
I have had issues with the uHD before signal breaking up that a reboot would clear up (clue #2 = dying tuner?) - FYI, I reinforced the IF input and removed all flux from the pcb completely with a Flux Removal Pen (MG Chemicals Cat No. 4140-P) which definitely makes a huge difference.
I went outside and pushed and pulled reflector slightly and no improvement. Pole (actually tower in yard - the neighbours love me..NOT) is plumb, checked with carpenters level. Dish was last peaked in 2017 or so, after overhauling 24" Von Weise, new Acme, fresh grease, etc. Focal length, f/d ratio etc meticulously adjusted. One panel has a tear so planning to repair that this weekend when my cousin comes over ( to help me out (old guy here) forecast calls for sunshine.
What has changed: My utility company has installed new high tension line poles (one smack dab in the middle of 101°W target! But they put it in last year and reception (of JTV (HOR) at least) was fine, BUT when they came out to transfer the wires over this year from the old (sawed in half) pole that's about when the troubles started (coincidence?), but again Daystar (VER) was fine. I always had this pole in the light of sight of 101° before with no issues. (fyi my zenith sat 74° is unobstucted, but can't test)
In the meantime Weigel mux is trying to break in MOSTLY in LATE at night (less cell usage?) (audio not video except for a frame here or there) so don't know what has changed with this mux which suddenly "woke up". I have never had to fuss with dish moves on this satellite ( the slightest move +/- motor clicks loses lock, wheres normally on C-band I can go significantly wider east or west and still have a strong signal ( have these gone "spot beam" or narrower somehow and what is the slight difference in Az listed on Lyngsat to 100.9° affect things ( isn't that the declination i.e. requiring a tweak of declination?).
Long story short (too late, ha), if I had another DVB-S2 box to try and / or a newer more stable PLL lnb ( I have been meaning to upgrade many a time but never got arround to it) I could determine if it's my antiquated receiving equipment, or my dish/feed alignment ( doubtful as it tracks everything from 55 °W to 133 ° W nicely.) or the dreaded 5G! (BUT only on HOR and not VER?).
I read another post where the OP (with his smaller 7.5 footer) played around with the illumination to peak desired transponder and reduce qrm on interfering/ stronger xpndrs (even on 103° W). So will play with that too - and cut away the RG-6 a and pull up a fresh section with new PPC and coax Seal. Open the throat cap see if any cobwebs are there and check servo operation (also changed in last maintence 10 years ago).
Finally, this will probably be the last chance I get to play with the BUD from the looks of it (providers leaving, auctioning off rest of spectrum imminent above 4.0 Ghz, and to keep the peace with neighbours so it would be nice to have that mux back for the long, cold and dark winters to comfort this old man before I call it quits and buy a VHF/UHF/FM Yagi and get MeTV, H&I from my Vermont local stations (checked at a friends today and they come in nicely - except ABC) .
Only one guy in town (Montreal) I may be able to get a receiver or PLL lnb from to try (RPS Sat) so hopefully with elimnate that as a possible culprit. Be nice to pick up a cheap or used PLL lnb to try w/o 5G BPF (money is tight )
Like others I couldn't care less about "tv" (well maybe just a liitle or a lot) it's the challenge that excites me , I can get MeTV other ways OTA (no pirate crap).
So what do you guys (and gals) think ?. p.s. I don't have a spectrum analyzer and there are def/ cell towers nearby (half a Km or so away).
Oh and time permitting will hammer out dings too and wire damaged mesh on one section for an extra dB or two. Hesitate to touch Declination, Elevation and pole mount but will play around with those a little too... Why is this mux for finicky suddenly ?(8psk, 5/6 fec, beamwidthetc.. man wish they went back to VER I think everthing would be fine! For the engineers out here does 5G QRM affect one poliarization (HOR) more than another (VER)? I understand the strong interference swamps out the input mixer/local oscilator in the hapless old C-band lnb (I think it at time affect KU too esp. LPB on 101°W KU - incidentally thos were weak or "gone' but are back almost at the time MeTV improved..hmm Terrestrial interference?
Any thoughts or suggestions ( cheap or free solutions please) greatly appreciated. Cheers.
p.p.s. Micro HD can't display Decades and Toons but records them fine so I can watch on another box/media player (Ali chip set issue). Another reason to upgrade.
Anybody interested in a nice C/KU system free ? (for next Spring/Summer 2027)
[Sami 10' mesh, Corotor II+, Eagle Aspen (very old) C-band lnb, Norsat Ku lnb, Channel Master C/Ku (H/V) switch, Startrak 400 Analog receiver w/ motor control, Geosat uHD DVD-S2, CW600S for Mpeg-2]
Issue(s): Horizontal transponders (esp. Weigel mux) breakup/mosaic/sputtering audio, JTV less so (but received perfectly up until a month or so ago.
Vertical is fine (Daystar). Up until recently couldn't even get any signal on Weigel Mux but JTV was perfect.
What I did to improve things: A slight westward move improved reception but only slightly (approx 72 on the micro HD, sorry no dB to post). I removed the 3-way C-Band splitter and used a 2-way to get a 1-2 db signal gain ( the power port goes to the Startrak - the micro HD doesn't have enough juice ! (1st clue) even after swapping the switching power supply it came with with a heftier linear 12 V supply (less RFI too !).
I have had issues with the uHD before signal breaking up that a reboot would clear up (clue #2 = dying tuner?) - FYI, I reinforced the IF input and removed all flux from the pcb completely with a Flux Removal Pen (MG Chemicals Cat No. 4140-P) which definitely makes a huge difference.
I went outside and pushed and pulled reflector slightly and no improvement. Pole (actually tower in yard - the neighbours love me..NOT) is plumb, checked with carpenters level. Dish was last peaked in 2017 or so, after overhauling 24" Von Weise, new Acme, fresh grease, etc. Focal length, f/d ratio etc meticulously adjusted. One panel has a tear so planning to repair that this weekend when my cousin comes over ( to help me out (old guy here) forecast calls for sunshine.
What has changed: My utility company has installed new high tension line poles (one smack dab in the middle of 101°W target! But they put it in last year and reception (of JTV (HOR) at least) was fine, BUT when they came out to transfer the wires over this year from the old (sawed in half) pole that's about when the troubles started (coincidence?), but again Daystar (VER) was fine. I always had this pole in the light of sight of 101° before with no issues. (fyi my zenith sat 74° is unobstucted, but can't test)
In the meantime Weigel mux is trying to break in MOSTLY in LATE at night (less cell usage?) (audio not video except for a frame here or there) so don't know what has changed with this mux which suddenly "woke up". I have never had to fuss with dish moves on this satellite ( the slightest move +/- motor clicks loses lock, wheres normally on C-band I can go significantly wider east or west and still have a strong signal ( have these gone "spot beam" or narrower somehow and what is the slight difference in Az listed on Lyngsat to 100.9° affect things ( isn't that the declination i.e. requiring a tweak of declination?).
Long story short (too late, ha), if I had another DVB-S2 box to try and / or a newer more stable PLL lnb ( I have been meaning to upgrade many a time but never got arround to it) I could determine if it's my antiquated receiving equipment, or my dish/feed alignment ( doubtful as it tracks everything from 55 °W to 133 ° W nicely.) or the dreaded 5G! (BUT only on HOR and not VER?).
I read another post where the OP (with his smaller 7.5 footer) played around with the illumination to peak desired transponder and reduce qrm on interfering/ stronger xpndrs (even on 103° W). So will play with that too - and cut away the RG-6 a and pull up a fresh section with new PPC and coax Seal. Open the throat cap see if any cobwebs are there and check servo operation (also changed in last maintence 10 years ago).
Finally, this will probably be the last chance I get to play with the BUD from the looks of it (providers leaving, auctioning off rest of spectrum imminent above 4.0 Ghz, and to keep the peace with neighbours so it would be nice to have that mux back for the long, cold and dark winters to comfort this old man before I call it quits and buy a VHF/UHF/FM Yagi and get MeTV, H&I from my Vermont local stations (checked at a friends today and they come in nicely - except ABC) .
Only one guy in town (Montreal) I may be able to get a receiver or PLL lnb from to try (RPS Sat) so hopefully with elimnate that as a possible culprit. Be nice to pick up a cheap or used PLL lnb to try w/o 5G BPF (money is tight )
Like others I couldn't care less about "tv" (well maybe just a liitle or a lot) it's the challenge that excites me , I can get MeTV other ways OTA (no pirate crap).
So what do you guys (and gals) think ?. p.s. I don't have a spectrum analyzer and there are def/ cell towers nearby (half a Km or so away).
Oh and time permitting will hammer out dings too and wire damaged mesh on one section for an extra dB or two. Hesitate to touch Declination, Elevation and pole mount but will play around with those a little too... Why is this mux for finicky suddenly ?(8psk, 5/6 fec, beamwidthetc.. man wish they went back to VER I think everthing would be fine! For the engineers out here does 5G QRM affect one poliarization (HOR) more than another (VER)? I understand the strong interference swamps out the input mixer/local oscilator in the hapless old C-band lnb (I think it at time affect KU too esp. LPB on 101°W KU - incidentally thos were weak or "gone' but are back almost at the time MeTV improved..hmm Terrestrial interference?
Any thoughts or suggestions ( cheap or free solutions please) greatly appreciated. Cheers.
p.p.s. Micro HD can't display Decades and Toons but records them fine so I can watch on another box/media player (Ali chip set issue). Another reason to upgrade.
Anybody interested in a nice C/KU system free ? (for next Spring/Summer 2027)
[Sami 10' mesh, Corotor II+, Eagle Aspen (very old) C-band lnb, Norsat Ku lnb, Channel Master C/Ku (H/V) switch, Startrak 400 Analog receiver w/ motor control, Geosat uHD DVD-S2, CW600S for Mpeg-2]
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Interesting article about the work being done to develope an ATSC 3 converter box. Yes it does mention affordable.
www.tvtechnology.com
Pearl TV Issues Progress Report on Low-Cost 3.0 Converters in Advance of NAB Show New York
Group has secured lower pricing from key tech players to make less costly boxes available
www.tvtechnology.com
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It's dead, they just don't know it yet. They killed it by forcing DRM on it, and that TOTALLY botched implementing it.
There is absolutely NO compelling reason for anybody to switch to ATSC3.0. They only want it as a total and complete money grab.
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WHAT ABOUT THE INTERNET PART OF IT. NO ONE WANTS A BOX CONNECTED TO THE INTERNET EITHER.
It's dead, they just don't know it yet. They killed it by forcing DRM on it, and that TOTALLY botched implementing it.
There is absolutely NO compelling reason for anybody to switch to ATSC3.0. They only want it as a total and complete money grab.
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Love this guy's channel. Looks like Walmart has thrown in the towel when it comes to conventional car batteries.
I bought a new AGM battery from Walmart about a year ago, it is already needing replacing. I thought about just buying a regular battery but from what I've read, that might not be a smart move. Might check my Forscan program and see if I can change the battery type from AGM.
View: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=awe7kY5nvdU
I bought a new AGM battery from Walmart about a year ago, it is already needing replacing. I thought about just buying a regular battery but from what I've read, that might not be a smart move. Might check my Forscan program and see if I can change the battery type from AGM.
View: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=awe7kY5nvdU
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Susan Saint James, Emmy-Winning Star of ‘Kate & Allie’ and ‘McMillan & Wife,’ Dies at 80
Susan Saint James, the Emmy-winning actress who starred in "Kate & Allie," died Monday after being diagnosed with pancreatic cancer. She was 80.
variety.com
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Lon.TV
Time for another AWESOME video from Lon Seidman of LON.TV!
View: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CFY_gHuMhUU
Direct YouTube Link - I Used AI to Replace Apps I Was Paying For
The Official LON.TV Website
Lon on Facebook
View: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CFY_gHuMhUU
Direct YouTube Link - I Used AI to Replace Apps I Was Paying For
The Official LON.TV Website
Lon on Facebook
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My OTA is not working anymore. This started after the latest update. I have the OTA dongle with a OTA antenna that I've been using for years. My hopper does not recognize the dongle anymore and when I go to the OTA setting, it has a screen that says to plug a dongle into the USB. I tried unplugging and plugging back, in the same usb port and other ports. The Hopper does not recognize it. Anyone have same issue?
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Hi all. If you were using a single tuner USB OTA adapter that is no longer working, please PM me. Thanks. 
I have the dual tuner OTA adapter currently connected, but I have 2 of the single tuner OTA adapters that I can quickly connect - neither is seen by my H3.Hi all. If you were using a single tuner USB OTA adapter that is no longer working, please PM me. Thanks.
TWiT Tech Podcast Network
Time for another AWESOME video from the TWIT Network!
View: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UK11O-VoMBU
Direct YouTube Link - Security Now 1102
TWIT's Website
TWIT Live Feed
View: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UK11O-VoMBU
Direct YouTube Link - Security Now 1102
TWIT's Website
TWIT Live Feed
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Schedule drops tomorrow. Mandatory mini camps in June. Hall of Fame game August 6th.
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