Voom required to get 622 deal?

[drock85]

Hi currently I have a 522 receiver. I was just wondering if I upgrade to the 622 will they require me to get the voom channels? I want the other hd channels I'm just not interested in the voom channels right now. Also I don't need locals cuz I have an antenna which gets all the networks.

 

[CubsWin]

Yes, Voom is becoming part of the standard HD package, so if you want any of the new channels you will need to pay for the full package which includes Voom.

 

[Reefer123]

From what I have read the only receivers that qualify for the upgrade price would be the curent HD receivers i.e. 6000s, 811s, 921/42s.

This upgrade path TOTALLY sucks for anyone that purchased/leased a 942 or an 811 within say the last 2 months.

 

[drock85]

Well that sucks. Do you know if the Dish 1000 works in PA? If I have to get voom I'd rather just have one dish. I live in Chambersburg, PA.

 

[navychop]

Nope. It looks like you can upgrade from any receiver, for as much as $299. If they stick to what they've announced, and do not "clarify" it more restrictively at tomorrow's Retailer Chat, I'll be turning in a 301 for a VIP622. If I must, I might give up my 508, but not my 721.

 

[SatinKzo]

yeah, I activated an old 301 a couple weeks ago just incase they allowed any receiver to be upgraded. So far, it looks good, but am awaiting what the retailer chat says.