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    Newbee Questions.

    Archived from groups: alt.video.satellite.4dtv (More info?) Hi, I got a free c/ku 10 foot dish with a toshiba trx-2000 I was thinking of going to 4dtv but I may be tree-ed in. I am surrounded by tall trees, and have about 60 degrees oven sky above and some to the south. As I understand it...
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    picture quality of TCM on X4/255

    Archived from groups: alt.video.satellite.4dtv (More info?) Like a lot of folks I was very disappointed when TCM (Turner Classic Movies) left C-Band analog the end of last year. Like a lot of folks I was very pleased when it became available as a 4DTV channel. I am not pleased, however, with...
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    Satellite Chart

    Archived from groups: alt.video.satellite.4dtv (More info?) Can someone give me the latest Satellite Chart please Thank,s
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    X4 (Ku) Problem

    Archived from groups: alt.video.satellite.4dtv (More info?) Curious if anyone but me has seen this. My big dish has worked fine on the 4DTV slots prior to today (LMC on 213, as I recall), though two days ago I did have to repeak to get it. Now, nothing. While looking around in the general...
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    HD DVD-Rs Coming in 2006

    Archived from groups: alt.video.satellite.4dtv (More info?) Have you guys heard about this? I think it's really cool - next year you'd be able to record an HD baseball game onto an HD DVD. As recently pointed out, there aren't too many games on HD channels as is... Here's the news story...
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    Baseball

    Archived from groups: alt.video.satellite.4dtv (More info?) Has anyone seen any MLB games on 4DTV this year?
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    How to turn up volume on HDTV 920

    Archived from groups: alt.video.satellite.4dtv (More info?) I have a good video but no volume on the HDTV 920. Volume works on the TV but not on the HDTV? How do I turn up the volume on the HDTV? I called GI and they said they would call me back. That was last week. Thanks for any help.
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    Problem with HBO/Cinemax feeds on 4DTV

    Archived from groups: alt.video.satellite.4dtv (More info?) I know this seems to make little sense but ---- On G1 I can get a decent signal - quality 36+ on channels above 150. From 100 to anything under 150 I can get a signal of 12 or so that often degrades to a pixilated mess or no video...
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    DSR-920 gets analog channels only

    Archived from groups: alt.video.satellite.4dtv (More info?) I have a chance to buy a used DSR-920 that only tunes in analog channels. The price is good, if I can fix it to get digital channels. Is this likely to be a battery or other simple problem? I currently have a GI 650i, so an analog...
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    K3-640

    Archived from groups: alt.video.satellite.4dtv (More info?) I am getting terrible reception from Georgia Public Television using my 4DTV receiver on K3-640. Does any one else have this same problem? If Georgia Public Television is the problem then may be the FCC needs to step in and require...
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    DSR922 and C-band

    Archived from groups: alt.video.satellite.4dtv (More info?) Probably just a simple question, but I'm quite new at this stuff. What is the relationship between say for example a sat at 123 degrees west and the 4 digit dish position number (ie:4850) that comes up when adjusting the position of...
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    Georgia Public Television SNAFU

    Archived from groups: alt.video.satellite.4dtv,rec.video.satellite.tvro (More info?) Am I the only one that cannot get a Digicipher signal from Georgia Public Television at K3-640 during night time hours? The IPG is showing a program schedule for GPB. What gives? I am now open for answers from...
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    4DTV DSR-920, Field Test Unit

    Archived from groups: alt.video.satellite.4dtv (More info?) My GI 450I reciever seems to have bitten the dust and lately I have been trying to find a good deal on a DSR-920 on ebay and today I saw one that was going to close in a matter of minutes, I went ahead and bid and won it for around...
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    Are we being edged to ku?

    Archived from groups: alt.video.satellite.4dtv (More info?) Just read my OnSat magazine article about Motorola and 4DTV (being compared to Betamax) then the "expansion" coming to our services on X4 (ku) -- i get the feeling we're being herded to receiving the same programming the small dishes...
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    GOING TO THE COTTAGE

    Archived from groups: alt.video.satellite.4dtv (More info?) I have a 4dtv 920 with a pink module programmed and now working 100%. At the cottage I have a Toshiba C band receiver. In the past I would just take my board from my analog receiver at home and slide it in at the cottage. I understand...
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    should you leave receiver set for auto downloads?

    Archived from groups: alt.video.satellite.4dtv (More info?) I've notice in the AM the receiver has moved to G1 3 during the night. What are the pro and cons if any.
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    USED 4DTV EXCELLENT ANCHOR

    Archived from groups: alt.video.satellite.4dtv (More info?) I just bought a used 920 from Ebay. Yes it works on half of the transponders, sooo if you need a 26lb anchor I have one. Good bye fair well to Noah and his arc or is it Henry and his "A". I've had it with bud dishes, gone to an RCA...
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    feed settings for 920 receiver

    Archived from groups: alt.video.satellite.4dtv (More info?) Thanks Valdivar for reminding me to check settings. I have a universal sero motor on a simple normal C band feed. What would be the settings in the menu? I think I tried them all....also I reconnected my Toshiba trx 120 and the v/h...
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    how do you clear limits

    Archived from groups: alt.video.satellite.4dtv (More info?) setting up 920 I just received. This is used of course and I can get G5 but nothing past. I can't clear the limits which were set-up by the precious owner......is there an entry code for resetting the limits?? .. I can get to the menu...
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    T7-IA 13 confusing question

    Archived from groups: alt.video.satellite.4dtv (More info?) In checking the 4DTV satellite listings on 4DTV,Com I see they have not assigned a two character letter code to IA 13 @ 121W. But that's where channels like the The Tennis Channel and B-Mania reside. I have it programmed in my...
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    DSR922 Time

    Archived from groups: alt.video.satellite.4dtv,rec.video.satellite.4dtv (More info?) The time on my DRS922 is 4 minutes fast. I am in Central Time Zone. I noticed it start to gain time about 4 days ago. Is there a way to force a update to the internal time source? Thanks Dan
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    4DTV programming

    Archived from groups: alt.video.satellite.4dtv (More info?) expecting my receiver next week. Any recommendations for programming to a Canadian receiver ?
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    Georgia Public Television

    Archived from groups: alt.video.satellite.4dtv (More info?) It appears that Georgia Public Television should be available to 4DTV owners at AMC-3 and transponder 640. When I attempt to view it all that is shown is the receiver generated banner of Georgia Public TV, but with no picture. Has...
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    My 4dtv receiver broke down!

    Archived from groups: alt.video.satellite.4dtv (More info?) On the day when Prince Charles married Camilla, my 4dtv broke down when the dish refuses to move. I called my 4dtv dealer Saturday and someone will be out on Monday and said the receiver has broke down, Today, my dealer said they...
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    4dtvooom

    Archived from groups: alt.video.satellite.4dtv (More info?) Maybe?
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    Sports wildfeed email list?

    Archived from groups: alt.video.satellite.4dtv (More info?) I used to susbscribe to an email list which posted sports wildfeeds. It has been a few years and I wonder if anyone can point me to where I can find it? My search of the web has not been successful. Thanks!
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    Encore HD-- nothing but trailers

    Archived from groups: alt.video.satellite.4dtv (More info?) What's up with Encore HD?...both East and West feeds show 'Off Air' in IPG, and have nothing but ads for upcoming shows airing now. Darn it!, the reception problems I've been having for a year or more just cleared up last...
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    Where the guide is at...

    Archived from groups: alt.video.satellite.4dtv (More info?) NPS was nice enough to get my guide working. For the 920: Move the dish to G1 151. POWER off the unit. Unplug the unit for 1 minute. Allow for warm up to complete. Move to Transponder 3 or 4. Allow a few minutes to download the guide...
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    Looking for the guide

    Archived from groups: alt.video.satellite.4dtv (More info?) My receiver took me to G1 to supposedly download the IPG. But when I got there it never updated, and I still have "NO INFO.". Any idea what transponder on G1 I should be going to? Take care, Rich God bless the USA -- Nothing is...
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    Denver 5 Encryption Off?

    Archived from groups: alt.video.satellite.4dtv (More info?) Does anybody know what is going on with the Denver 5 channels on W7? As of 3-31-05,when I tuned there,they were ITC! I am paying for those channels........it kind of "frosts" me that they are GIVING AWAY the signal,when my service...
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    TVN

    Archived from groups: alt.video.satellite.4dtv (More info?) Got a skymail saying no more TVN as of today (3/30/05) I checked the TVN channels and G0-7. There is no digital lock. When I checked later the TVN channels had been removed from the maps. The IPG will be on G1 (one of the...
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    What is with Galaxy X4?

    Archived from groups: alt.video.satellite.4dtv (More info?) On Friday, 03-25-05, I tried to get ALTV on channel 603, ESPN News, and the Gameshow Network. All I get is a banner saying: "Please wait a moment, we are processing your request".Is there is something wrong with the uplink facility...
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    Saving Voom From Impending Doom

    Archived from groups: alt.video.satellite.4dtv (More info?) Here's a great opinion piece for you guys to read. It's how to save Voom, and suggestions on how they can build up an identity. http://www.avrev.com/news/0305/24.voom.html Enjoy, Diane
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    Ku Band question!

    Archived from groups: alt.video.satellite.4dtv (More info?) I have a 920 with a 10 foot dish and a "C" band LNB, and would like to pick up the "X4" feeds. Can I just buy a Ku band LNB and attach it to my feedhorn, or do I need to buy a completely new feedhorn with a combination "C" and "Ku"...
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    DRLev, Is the Forum Down?

    Archived from groups: alt.video.satellite.4dtv (More info?) Used it last night.
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    Moderator Needed

    Archived from groups: alt.video.satellite.4dtv (More info?) Moderator Needed We are nearing the opening of our FTA Free To Air Satellite Newbie site and are in need of Moderators for some of our Forums If you have knowledge about FTA or general Satellite TV or TiVo & like to help others...
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    Need help with 4dtv

    Archived from groups: rec.video.satellite.tvro,alt.video.satellite.4dtv (More info?) My 4DTV receiver was giving me some problems so I decided to do a factory reset which I have done before with no problems. When I go to call 1-800-500-9268 the CSR told me I had to order programming to get a...
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    DSR-922 Power Loss

    Archived from groups: alt.video.satellite.4dtv (More info?) I have a new DSR-922. Worked fine for 2 weeks but now looses power intermittently. After losing power it warms up and usually loses power again. After a few times it powers up and works again for a few hours then same thing happens...
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    4dtv sales

    Archived from groups: alt.video.satellite.4dtv (More info?) If programming is dropping off etc. why is there so few receivers for sale on EBAY. I was expecting to pay around $ 250.for a 920. The last one was 5 years old and not used for the last 3 years. My friend said the battery could be low...
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    4DTV Timer Problem

    Archived from groups: alt.video.satellite.4dtv (More info?) Does any one know if this timer problem is found on all model 922 receivers? I am refering to the timer inability to change to another channel without moving the dish.
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    old black module board for c band receiver

    Archived from groups: alt.video.satellite.4dtv (More info?) I can get all the video but no audio. Someone said there was/is a fix for the audio, can anyone comment. Thanks
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    4dtv timer issue

    Archived from groups: alt.video.satellite.4dtv (More info?) I am having a problem using timers on the model 922 4dtv receiver. It seems whenever I have a timer set that moves the dish and changes the channel, everything works just fine. But when I have a timer set that only requires a channel...
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    c- band

    Archived from groups: alt.video.satellite.4dtv (More info?) This may be a dumb question but does anyone know if it is possible to hook up one of those great big old c band sats/receivers to bell/dish etc..?
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    Channel Identification?

    Archived from groups: alt.video.satellite.4dtv (More info?) There is a channel in NPS's Ku-Band suite of channels that only has the banner ID of "ALTV". Does anyone know what this channel is? (I.e., the full name of the acronym)? As I write this,they are showing old FBI (really old) reruns from...
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    Motorola's IPG problem

    Archived from groups: alt.video.satellite.4dtv (More info?) Does anyone have noticed Motorola's IPG problem this week? All it says when I pressed the INFO button on the remote, it says: "Program Information not available", I have my 4DTV receiver to allow 2:00 AM updates every night. Is there a...
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    4DTV Receiver Numbers?

    Archived from groups: alt.video.satellite.4dtv (More info?) Does anyone have any numbers as to how many Motorola 4DTV recievers are currently 'online'? Was just wondering if the numbers were rising or falling. The local satellite retailer told me that 4DTV receiver production was not continuous...
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    4DTV DSR922 Positioner fail - Possible Diode Problem?

    Archived from groups: alt.video.satellite.4dtv (More info?) A good friend's DSR-922 4DTV blew its main fuse last week when he tried to move the dish. The local repair shop replaced the fuse and at first it seemed as if all was restored display, receiver functions) but when he attempts to move...
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    usa west

    Archived from groups: alt.video.satellite.4dtv (More info?) what happned to usa west
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    Multiple Programming Providers

    Archived from groups: rec.video.satellite.tvro,alt.video.satellite.4dtv (More info?) Is it possible to have more than one programming provider through a VideoCipher decoder? I have a good package through one programming provider that does not have a good track record for providing al la Carte...
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    Fta & Mpeg Question

    Archived from groups: alt.video.satellite.4dtv (More info?) I have a 10ft dish with a dual C\KU feedhorn and both Lnb's. hooked to a GI 920 4dtv receiver. I want to expand into FTA and Mpeg, what do I need to add to my system to do this? Will it be worth it? Is there a web site that will...
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    newbie needs advice getting Tennis Channel

    Archived from groups: alt.video.satellite.4dtv (More info?) I'm in a major US city. I have an antenna on the house right now to get free over-the-air HDTV channels. All I usually want to watch is the big 4 networks, so this works just fine and getting HDTV for no monthly fee is great. But I...
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    Turner Classic Movies

    Archived from groups: alt.video.satellite.4dtv (More info?) Just learned from National Programming Services that Turner Classic Movies is now available using the 4DTV receiver. The transmission is found at X4-255? I was also told that the Absolute Digital Package has been reduced in price from...
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    Hello NPS

    Archived from groups: alt.video.satellite.4dtv (More info?) You would think that the webmaster or web site designer would get on the job over at NPS in regard to the announced new channels for 4DTV. The TurnerVision crowd is looking for a new programming provider for 4DTV and could us that...
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    newbie question

    Archived from groups: alt.video.satellite.4dtv (More info?) Just wondering if it possible to pick up Bell and/or Dishnet on a 920 model. If so then how does one go about doing this. Probably a simple question but I am very new and unfamiliar with c band.
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    New HDTV 4DTV 4 tuner (2 sat, 2 OTA) DVR!!!

    Archived from groups: alt.video.satellite.4dtv (More info?) Ok, I got your attention. :) It is the new DSR531. It is the same case as what would have been the new Voom DVR. It is a commercial IRD like the 406, 4200v, etc. Has a 250GIG HD, the 4 tuners...2 from the atsc cards that goes in a...
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    SHOWTIME GO AND C3 AUDIO BUT NO VIDEO

    Archived from groups: alt.video.satellite.4dtv (More info?) On GO and C3 I only have the audio for Showtime. The description of the program does display. I first tried to view yesterday. Does anyone have any information about this problem?
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    help

    Archived from groups: alt.video.satellite.4dtv (More info?) anyone know where i go for a Direct Tv newsgroup.
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    Hallmark and Lifetime channels

    Archived from groups: alt.video.satellite.4dtv (More info?) Hi, I am new to this NG. Does anybody knows where the Hallmark and Lifetime channels are? I got my new 4dtv up and running today after I repaired the feedhorn and servo motor. The servo motor ran but didn't turn the hook in the throat...
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    Horizon to Horizon Mount

    Archived from groups: alt.video.satellite.4dtv (More info?) What would be some good sources for new horizon to horizon C-band (large dish - 10') mounts? I want to use a 4DTV receiver to move it.
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    G1 signal loss

    Archived from groups: alt.video.satellite.4dtv (More info?) Is anyone also loosing G1 signals on 150 thru 166? Starz Seems to happen at sunset, Good Signal (68) and Q 64 on 166? Located in Washington State