Directv Gemini Receiver - C71KWX Question

[Tom Speer]

That would seem to be counter productive for a satellite user if doing a factory reset converted it back to stream. They then could not use it any longer for their satellite service.

If I remember right, it only did that when it had no connection to a Gemini server or a WVB. I haven't felt like resetting my Gemini to duplicate that.

 

[I WANT MORE]

You're right. I'm not sure if they have updated the firmware so that it won't work as a streaming device and yes they are inaccurately calling this a satellite receiver.

The only reason I'm asking these questions is because I want to able to use one remote for all of my devices. I currently have one URC remote which controls my TV, Apple TV and the old Osprey AT&T box. We are moving into a new home and I want to get 2 more of the boxes instead of the Gemini Air because I won't be able to control the Air with my URC remote.

The question I also have is am I going be sacrificing picture quality for the convenience of being able to use one remote on the Osprey box instead of going with the Gemini Air. Do you know? Thanks!

I own several of each of the Gemini and Air.
I can't say that I notice any difference in PQ or any other function between the two.

 

[David Ortiz]

The Air is Dolby Vision compatible, presumably for the third party apps.

 

[larry55]

Yes

 

[ScottChez]

Solid Signal is way way over priced. ( know they sponsor a lot here and there are real good, its just the dongle is costly for them too).

Walmart has them on sale for $40 right now Reg $45. It is the older Directv Stream Device not the little dongle one way over charged at other places.
the old square box ones at Walmart is what they used to sell or rent at directv they are all used but it could save you $200
I tested both and they are just as fast
The older one might even be faster if you hardwire the ethernet if your wifi is bad
WARNING: to get the free HULU and DISNEY you must LEASE at lease one of the new boxes at $10 per month.

HEADS UP on USED: if you do get a used one you must first PAIR the remote, (rewind and fast forward at same time). THEN get to logon screen. Then FORCE reset the box HOLD down red button on side for 20 mins to force an update and reset, if that does work repeat reset.