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jself1982
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First thing, I am not one to 'bash' or 'discriminate'. But, I want to know if anyone has had the same problem...I need to get this resolved asap.

This is my only outlet at this point.

If you read under another topic on my posts you will see that I purchased a TwinHan Starbox USB receiver, I could not get it to work on my new laptop, therefore, I returned it to Sadoun (where I purchased it). Taking you back a couple of months--I had returned something else to Sadoun, after numerous attempts to get a return # (as required by them to return products) on their website, which didn't work, then several long distance calls just to get the girl on the phone to give me a RMA#, I finally got a RMA# after 2 days of aggrivation/long distance calls and returned the product to be partially refunded after their 20% restocking fee, my thought on this would be 100% refund because of my troubles. Well that was then, now I am trying to return my Starbox, and guess what....

--Not only did I try again this time to get a RMA# off their website, only to see it didn't work again...and then I called 3 times, long distance because no one would answer the tollfree number. First call long distance, on hold 6 minutes, then was disconnected. Second call long distance, got a lady who told me to hold after taking very limited information from me, waited 17 minutes and I hung up, then finally after completing my errands I tried a third time long distance, and got the same lady, expressed being upset and trying to get a RMA # to return a product and then was told 'the lady who does them isn't here, she will call you back tomorrow'; tomorrow came, no call back! Furious at this point because I know I will not get a full refund of $103.00 and took it into my own terms and returned the product w/ the receipt and w/ no RMA# because my life prohibits me to live on or by a phone long distance just for a RMA# to return a product with a receipt, if it is their policy then they need someone there to give them out cause the website hasn't worked for me either time I returned something. Sooooo.... 2 weeks later, and after receiving notices from UPS that it was received by them (because I sent it back w/o RMA# but with the receipt with all my information), I checked and no credit back on my credit card from them, so I call yesterday, long distance, and guess what, same lady answered and was put on hold several different times--i'm guessing she had customers, I told her the situation and she told me I was basically 'SOL' because I didn't get a RMA#, I then told her my situation, she got very rushy and said she would pass the info to the same girl who does RMA#'s and she will call me today, because once again she wasn't there...go figure. Well today, no call back, I put a few things off today because of this call, and knowing it was going to be complicated if she even called back.

So where does this leave me? Well 2 weeks after the return I still got no credit, and only going to get a 80% refund of the product price not including shipping from them and back to them...so I'm only expecting $50 back....then no callback today, couldn't get a RMA# at all, so I am screwed basically out of my money. And if this is how Sadoun is going to perform business, then I am taking the responsibility in saying that others should know what to expect when you are not satisfied with a product from them.

Mods, please do not remove or move this thread. Thanks for everything this site does, I enjoy it, however my choice on using Sadoun will be no further, I also know he reads this and hope he responds, I REFUSE TO CALL BACK LONG DISTANCE JUST TO GET PASSED ON TO SOMEONE ELSE! nor do I want this to go unsaid via a PM to him!

What would make me happy? To get my full $103 back after the $25-30 in long distance calls and trouble from your RMA# systems and people not working right--which is not a customers fault!

Thanks, sorry so long!
-Josh

Any advice please respond!
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Sadoun
Hi There,

Thank you for your feedback about your experience with our RMA dept. I can assure you this is not typical and we handle online RMA requests promptly.

If you PM me your order #, I will follow up on this for you.

Here is recent feedback we received from our eBay customers:
http://feedback.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewFeedback&userid=sadounsales

If aynyone has problems reaching us by phone (especially on Mondays or Tuesday - the most busiest days of the week for us ), please don't hesitate to drop us an email at info@sadoun.com or use the online contact form at http://sadoun.com/Sat/Contact-us.htm We will be prompt to return your email (or call you) to follow up on your request.
digiblur
I'm glad you guys are getting things taken care of.

On another note... people still pay for long distance calls in the US? Guess I've been away from the POTS world too long.
jself1982
I'm glad you guys are getting things taken care of.

On another note... people still pay for long distance calls in the US? Guess I've been away from the POTS world too long.

Actually I have had the same 'minutes plan' on my cell for 7 yrs, however its not a nationwide plan, only NC/SC/GA/TN....the nationwide plans came out way after I got this deal....so therefore I am not going to lose 300 mins a month just to get nationwide coverage at what I pay now. So anything outside that area is long distance. So yes, I still get the charges. LOL.
Pittsville
I bought two Twinhan devices from Sadoun, an internal card and a USB box.

I couldn't get either one to work, but there was nothing wrong with the equipment. For example, right now I can't figure out where Galaxy 3C is on the list of satellites that comes with the Twinhan software and I can't figure out what the numbers on the satellite list are supposed to mean.

I've had other problems but they were all due to something other than defective equipment.

I have had nothing but positive experiences dealing with Sadoun however, and I"m sure they would have given me help and assistance if I had chosen to ask them for it.

It's just my opinion but I think the satellite cards and boxes for computers are somewhat difficult to work with because there are so many variables on the PC side and the software can be difficult to figure out.

While it might seem like a cheaper way to get started I would hesitate to recommend a PC based approach to a beginner, but I wouldn't hesitate to recommend Sadoun to anyone.
jself1982
Just an update...

After all this mess I have went thru, finally today, Saturday, my credit card was refunded, full refund including my shipping. I had to wait about 8 days to get the refund, Natalie, she told me she was too busy to sit down and do the refunds, but the day I spoke w/ her, she said she was doing them....8days later, I get a refund. I just can't do business with them like I used to. But thanks to everyone who read and responded. Thanks, the end. :)
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Sadoun RMA service is mediocre at best.

Hi There,

Thank you for your feedback about your experience with our RMA dept. I can assure you this is not typical and we handle online RMA requests promptly.

If you PM me your order #, I will follow up on this for you.

Here is recent feedback we received from our eBay customers:
eBay Feedback Profile for sadounsales

If aynyone has problems reaching us by phone (especially on Mondays or Tuesday - the most busiest days of the week for us ), please don't hesitate to drop us an email at info@sadoun.com or use the online contact form at Sadoun Satellite Sales (1-888-519-9595) We will be prompt to return your email (or call you) to follow up on your request.

Sadoun I will have to disagree with your statement here. I spent over $300 on your website to be able to enjoy some satellite TV. A month later I am still waiting for a response from you on my RMA. I bought the most expensive LNB in hope of getting quality. What I got is a broken LNB which I RMAed and now is waiting in the dark as to what happened with my RMA. I sent an email as you suggested here, with no reply. My next step will have to be a letter to the BBB.
qwert1515
This thread is really old so a moderator moved it as a new thread to the correct forum: Sadoun RMA service is mediocre at best.
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Last reply · posted in DISH Network Support Forum
Over the past few weeks, I have had problems connecting to streaming services (Netflix, HBO et al). When I go to the TV's native Channels, I have no problem. The Dish internet troubleshooter shows I have a good internet connection. I'm wondering whether it's an issue with my internet provider or a problem with the Dish software on the Hopper Plus. Anyone else seeing this?
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Almighty1
Over the past few weeks, I have had problems connecting to streaming services (Netflix, HBO et al). When I go to the TV's native Channels, I have no problem. The Dish internet troubleshooter shows I have a good internet connection. I'm wondering whether it's an issue with my internet provider or a problem with the Dish software on the Hopper Plus. Anyone else seeing this?
I have a DISH Hopper 3 (Software H713) with Hopper Plus (Software P15403). I have not tried streaming services but I primarily watch TVB Jadeworld international package which is only available by streaming and when I have an issue, I usually have to go to a non-streaming satellite channel first before the streaming channels will work again. What software versions do you have and what is the error message if any are showing on your screen? or is that Dish downloading logo just stuck and never finishes?
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I have a DISH Hopper 3 (Software H713) with Hopper Plus (Software P15403). I have not tried streaming services but I primarily watch TVB Jadeworld international package which is only available by streaming and when I have an issue, I usually have to go to a non-streaming satellite channel first before the streaming channels will work again. What software versions do you have and what is the error message if any are showing on your screen? or is that Dish downloading logo just stuck and never finishes?
I'm on H713 on the Hopper and P15403 on the Hopper Plus. It shows internet connection issues and doesn't finish loading the various services. I see the "loading circle going around. Sometimes I get a message saying that the service is having trouble loading my content and to check the internet connection.
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Almighty1
I'm on H713 on the Hopper and P15403 on the Hopper Plus. It shows internet connection issues and doesn't finish loading the various services. I see the "loading circle going around. Sometimes I get a message saying that the service is having trouble loading my content and to check the internet connection.
Did it ever work correctly before? Hard to say what the problem is. Usually for streaming, it will show the Dish logo with lines sweeping down to show downloading, never seen the circle issue. Did you try a manual reboot, red button reset, power cord unplug/replug to see if it makes a difference.
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Did it ever work correctly before? Hard to say what the problem is. Usually for streaming, it will show the Dish logo with lines sweeping down to show downloading, never seen the circle issue. Did you try a manual reboot, red button reset, power cord unplug/replug to see if it makes a difference.
Might be worth just to ditch the hopper plus. No issues here on h713
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Over the past few weeks, I have had problems connecting to streaming services (Netflix, HBO et al). When I go to the TV's native Channels, I have no problem. The Dish internet troubleshooter shows I have a good internet connection. I'm wondering whether it's an issue with my internet provider or a problem with the Dish software on the Hopper Plus. Anyone else seeing this?
Buy a roku and dump the hopper plus you'll be better off. If you have a smart tv you don't need either one. No hopper plus here and no issues!!!
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Scott Greczkowski
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Last reply · posted in The Chit Chat Club
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....
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Take It Easy - The Eagles
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Take It as It Comes - Steve Winwood
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Last reply · posted in DIRECTV Technical Resources Forum
The TPN Map Excel Presents all DIRECTV Channels:
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National (50-States or wide/NAT+PR beams)
Local (Local-Into-Local or narrow/Spot beams)
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Additional tabs provide:​
OTA the (Over-The-Air) Database
VOD (Video On_Demand) Records
Offline Records
Engr Records
Net Decoder a graphic presentation of all satellites and transponders
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Domestic Satellites
@99W...... D11, D14
@101W.... D16
@103W.... D12, D15
@110W.... D5
@119W.... D8​

Understanding the TPN Map

Making Sense of the TPN Map Display Conventions
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Weekly Analysis for 10/28/2026:
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ElectionHQ mixes testing with BBC News, CNBC, CNN, FBN, FNC, MSNOW, NewsMax and NewsNation

Some more reshuffles

Updating the TMSIDs for KSBI and KQCW to use the cable feeds with Thunder games instead of the OTA feeds

An additional commercial PPV channel is now on 9530
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Monday 11/2 is a full slate for NBA League Pass as all 30 teams are playing and 14 out of 15 total games are on NBALP. Only one national TV game on Peacock/NBCSN (Thunder @ Cavs).

DirecTV is even having to use several MLB EI channels (from 745-748) and a NHL CI (770) channel to fit all of them in the guide close together. 5 games at 7:30 ET, 3 games at 8 ET, 2 games at 8:30 ET, 1 game at 9 ET, 3 games at 10 ET. Luckily NHL CI is light on Monday (3 games on CI).

DirecTV is providing both broadcast feeds for all League Pass games except Hornets, Magic, Bucks & Raptors that night. These are all teams that have local broadcasts via a OTA channel which is on spotbeams and have streaming deals (DTC) that are not exclusive DAZN teams which DirecTV just signed a deal with (à la Spurs, Grizzlies, Cavs, Pacers & T'Wolves). Its also very common that we don't get Raptors broadcast very often from TSN or Sportsnet Ontario on League Pass.

11/2/26 (MON) EASTERN7:00 PM7:30 PM8:00 PM8:30 PM9:00 PM10:00 PM
Peacock/NBCSNThunder @ Cavaliers
NBA League PassNonePistons (745) @ HornetsKings (755) @ Mavericks (756)Celtics (760) @ Rockets (761)Trail Blazers (764) @ Nuggets (765)Suns (769) @ Warriors (770)
Hawks (746) @ Pacers (747)Pelicans (757) @ Grizzlies (758)Jazz (762) @ Spurs (763)Raptors @ Clippers (766)
Nets (748) @ Knicks (751)Bucks @ T'Wolves (759)Heat (767) @ Lakers (768)
Wizards (752) @ Magic
Bulls (753) @ 76ers (754)
*No Hornets, Magic local broadcasts*No Bucks local broadcast*No Raptors local broadcast
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Only the Knicks, Nets, Wizards, Bulls, Celtics, Rockets, Lakers, Warriors, Avalanche, Sharks and Bruins feeds will be using remaps of 24/7 RSNs that night. The rest will be relying on the part time feeds, including the Nuggets, Blackhawks and Kings who will be on their alt/overflow channels, and MSG Western NY will be live on channel 635-1 to carry Buffalo area ads during the Knicks game.

The NHL Network alternate will be live on channel 215-1 with Red Wings @ Panthers for those blacked out of Golden Knights @ Bruins on the main feed.

The Thunder @ Cavaliers game will be on one of Peacock Game Pass channels that night for commercial customers, they'll also have the back to back U-Conn Women's and Men's Basketball. One of the part time feeds will also be in use for WWE Raw via Joe Hand promotions.
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I could be wrong but the only RSN we dont have is NBC SN Philadelphia .
Neutron
Supporting Founder
Last reply · posted in The Chit Chat Club
Patrick Stewart died yesterday, October 28th at the age of 86. We lost yet another great actor. :(

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long_time_Dish
Rest in peace. Wow, so many good roles, but Jean Luc Picard will always be my favorite...
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R.I.P.
mc6809e
Rest In Peace
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R.I.P., Jean-Luc.