Why do Sling Adapters die so often?

[3HaloODST]

I have three Sling Adapters. One for a 722k and two for two Hopper 2000s. The other two Hoppers w/Sling obviously don't need adapters.

Two out of three Sling Adapters have died in the past year. I got the last one replaced and am in the process of getting one replaced now. It often makes me wonder what if one dies after the one year warranty expires? Also makes me wonder of the HwS's internal Sling chips will eventually bite the dust?

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[Scherrman]

You have 4 Hoppers and a 722k all with sling ability? l: Makes my head spin just thinking of it.

 

[lucky86]

I have a similar Sling setup. I don't use them all the time but when I do they come in handy. I have a total of 5 Sling capable devices.

 

[osu1991]

and here I thought I was crazy for thinking about getting a 2nd one

 

[Joe Satellite Fan]

Maybe you're just unlucky. I've had my single sling adapter for at least 6 or 7 years with no issues. Was on my 722 before putting it on one of my Hoppers.

 

[navychop]

I have three Sling Adapters. One for a 722k and two for two Hopper 2000s. The other two Hoppers w/Sling obviously don't need adapters....

Are all these boxes on the same account?

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[3HaloODST]

Maybe you're just unlucky. I've had my single sling adapter for at least 6 or 7 years with no issues. Was on my 722 before putting it on one of my Hoppers.

Yeah one of my adapters has been going strong for a while now on the 722k. 2/3 dead is bad luck though for sure.

Are all these boxes on the same account?

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4H/1J are on one account, 722k is on another.

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[3HaloODST]

One thing that tee'd me off with the recent replacement is that since I don't have the protection plan (don't need it as I fix most problems on my own) I get stuck with a $15 shipping charge for their faulty product. No biggie I guess, having the grandfathered Hopper fees will more than make up for it.

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[satnewb]

Funny you mention it now. I've seen 3 or 4 in the warehouse that have been brought back from service calls in the last week.