I am switching from cable to Dish Network in order to save a few bucks a year. A couple of questions still bother me.
First, I live in Michigan and my install is scheduled for next Saturday. Of course trees have no leaves in winter in Michigan. My worry is that when the leaves start to appear, my satellite signal will start to degrade. The company assures me that it will be OK, but I am still concerned. Are there any options if a formerly good line of sight turns bad due to foliage growth?
Second, they are offering either a HD box, or a non HD one with recording ability. Presently, I don't own a HD TV, and would probably be better served w/ the box w/ recording. Should I be looking down the road for when HD becomes the standard. Is this 942 HD box I've been reading about on this forum the one that Dish is offering with the install, or is this something special? What are the differences?
Any other pointers anyone could offer would also be greatly appreciated.
First, I live in Michigan and my install is scheduled for next Saturday. Of course trees have no leaves in winter in Michigan. My worry is that when the leaves start to appear, my satellite signal will start to degrade. The company assures me that it will be OK, but I am still concerned. Are there any options if a formerly good line of sight turns bad due to foliage growth?
Second, they are offering either a HD box, or a non HD one with recording ability. Presently, I don't own a HD TV, and would probably be better served w/ the box w/ recording. Should I be looking down the road for when HD becomes the standard. Is this 942 HD box I've been reading about on this forum the one that Dish is offering with the install, or is this something special? What are the differences?
Any other pointers anyone could offer would also be greatly appreciated.