The last time it did this we just unpluged the tv and turned it back on and it worked but not this time. Does anyone know how to fix it w/out calling dish?
Much thanks :)|||I'm assuming you still get TV programming... just the guide or the show info isn't working...?
Depending on your receiver, you can check around for a reset button. It'd be small, just big enough to get a paperclip through. You'll have to bend the paper clip, and hold it against the button you hit back in the hole. This may do a reset on your receiver unit. Good luck.
Saturday, December 24, 2011
Does Direct Tv or Dish mess up during storms?
I have WoW cable and it's so crappy.. It keeps messing up so I want to switch to direct tv or dish but someone told me that during storms it messes up and u have to go fix it every-time.. Is it true that satellite tv services mess up from slight storms or snow?|||Yes, during a heavy downpour it will "mess up". Though not all the time. However, you do not need to do anything to fix it, once the storms pass it will be able to find a signal again. In snow, you may have to remove it from the dish after accumulation. There are certain sprays you can apply to the dish to lessen this.|||Worrier is right; heavy rain and storms cause a loss of signal (no, you don't get a credit for no service). We finally had it with DirecTV, and switched to Verizon FIOS service. It works flawlessly.|||Some time during heavy storms.
My current cable subscriber has be come too costly. Can somone compare Direct TV and DISH TV?
Dish runs commercials claiming that they have more HD channels and are cheaper than DTV.
It really depends on the package you pick.
Most start at 30.00 a month and go up from there. Where they add costs depends on how many channels you want and whether you want HD and a DVR.
Both have excellent web sites and you can pick what you want, you don't have to buy, it's just like window shopping and you can compare them to each other.
It really depends on the package you pick.
Most start at 30.00 a month and go up from there. Where they add costs depends on how many channels you want and whether you want HD and a DVR.
Both have excellent web sites and you can pick what you want, you don't have to buy, it's just like window shopping and you can compare them to each other.
I am debating switching from Dish Network to Direct TV?
Does anyone have perspective on the value and experience of Direct TV vs. Dish Network? I have had Dish for years now and am tired of the high prices. It seems as though Direct TV has more HD channels and my local channels in HD, which Dish does not.
Has anyone either made the switch or currently use Direct TV?
Any info is greatly appreciated.|||If it's a cost issue, DTV is generally more expensive but has better quality. If you want to sign up with DTV they do have good discounts for new customers as long a you pass the credit check.
HD access fee - $9.99/month
leasing fee for 2nd and each additional reciever $4.99/month per reciever. No leasing fee on first reciever.
Lowest package you would have to start with to get free HD reciever is Choice Xtra $57.99/ month
HD/DVR recievers available for $99
new customers get $18 off for 12 months
so it would be $57.99 + $9.99 + leasing fees for DTV -$18 per month for a year.|||I switched when I moved. I had Dish Network, now I have Direct TV.
i prefer Direct TV, but there isn't really that much difference. The one area where Direct TV blows Dish Network away is in customer service. Anytime I have ever had a problem Direct TV has handled it perfectly.|||i can tell you i made that switch a few years back and im much happied with directv then dish. I was always going down with dish and the bill was never the same at directv its cheaper and more reliable.|||ya i have had directv for about 10 years now and enjoy it. im addicted to NFL sunday ticket, and they do have more HD channels, which is sweet. if you have a HDDVR, they now offer ONDEMAND. it works differently than cable, but it still is cool, you download it from the internet on the DVR. but i have had them for a while and enjoy it.|||Had both.
Dish network does not work well on the coast.
The wind blows......pppfffttttttttt.
No TV.
Which really pissed me off for the price I was paying.
And I really didn't get any more from it than I was getting from the local cable company at HALF the price.
Then I moved and had Direct TV.
I REALLY liked Direct TV.
More stuff, easier to surf, easier to find shows to TIVO, which is the best invention since white bread.
In a storm you CAN lose signal but it wasn't too bad.
I'd say for the money.....Direct TV is your best bet.
And it's really almost as cheap as cable is these days.
Has anyone either made the switch or currently use Direct TV?
Any info is greatly appreciated.|||If it's a cost issue, DTV is generally more expensive but has better quality. If you want to sign up with DTV they do have good discounts for new customers as long a you pass the credit check.
HD access fee - $9.99/month
leasing fee for 2nd and each additional reciever $4.99/month per reciever. No leasing fee on first reciever.
Lowest package you would have to start with to get free HD reciever is Choice Xtra $57.99/ month
HD/DVR recievers available for $99
new customers get $18 off for 12 months
so it would be $57.99 + $9.99 + leasing fees for DTV -$18 per month for a year.|||I switched when I moved. I had Dish Network, now I have Direct TV.
i prefer Direct TV, but there isn't really that much difference. The one area where Direct TV blows Dish Network away is in customer service. Anytime I have ever had a problem Direct TV has handled it perfectly.|||i can tell you i made that switch a few years back and im much happied with directv then dish. I was always going down with dish and the bill was never the same at directv its cheaper and more reliable.|||ya i have had directv for about 10 years now and enjoy it. im addicted to NFL sunday ticket, and they do have more HD channels, which is sweet. if you have a HDDVR, they now offer ONDEMAND. it works differently than cable, but it still is cool, you download it from the internet on the DVR. but i have had them for a while and enjoy it.|||Had both.
Dish network does not work well on the coast.
The wind blows......pppfffttttttttt.
No TV.
Which really pissed me off for the price I was paying.
And I really didn't get any more from it than I was getting from the local cable company at HALF the price.
Then I moved and had Direct TV.
I REALLY liked Direct TV.
More stuff, easier to surf, easier to find shows to TIVO, which is the best invention since white bread.
In a storm you CAN lose signal but it wasn't too bad.
I'd say for the money.....Direct TV is your best bet.
And it's really almost as cheap as cable is these days.
Can you use a router given to you by sky tv without having a sky tv satellite dish?
My friend was with sky tv broadband but has now switched. I now have the router but am with virgin media. Do I need to have the sky tv satellite dish in order for the router to work or does it work as a regular router|||Hello this is a easy question to answer :P most likely u will be able to use this router! just take a look whether u are using cable or adsl broadband. then check the router if it the same requirments as ur internet then yes u can use it :P
Is it possible to get Fuel TV on Dish Network?
Is it possible to get Fuel TV on Dish Network?|||Yes, Fuel TV is available with Dish Network Dish TV.
Also installation is free right now and so is a DVR-HDTV Upgrade. Packages start at $9.99/Month for 100 digital channels. To get Fuel TV you would need a package in the $30/month range.
Also installation is free right now and so is a DVR-HDTV Upgrade. Packages start at $9.99/Month for 100 digital channels. To get Fuel TV you would need a package in the $30/month range.
I just bought a house and the sellers left behind their Direct TV dish. What do I do?
Should I call Direct TV to come retrieve their left behind equipment? If so, will this cost me anything? On the other hand, can I sell it?|||the antenna is abandoned, DirecTV will not want that back.
SOME receivers are leased, I OWN one, and lease two. Technically, using the system is called theft of service.
It is NOT up to you to call DirecTV and have them send you are prepaid shipping box, it is up to the PREVIOUS subscriber.
If you decide to keep the system, DirecTV will charge you $25.00 for a new SIM card plug the monthly fees. If you decide to subscribe to DirecTV, they will send out an installer that will collect up the old receiver, bill DirecTV as a disconnect, and an install...
If you decide NOT to subscribe, just put the box in the closet. if the previous subscriber cancels the service, DirectTV will want the receiver back, but not the antenna.|||The equipment is rented, Therefore if you sell it you will have committed theft.|||Sell it, but I doubt you will find a buyer because direct tv give every customer a brand new one. I work at a thrift shop where we get 3 or 4 direct tv receivers every week. Can't give the things away, so we toss them in the trash.
SOME receivers are leased, I OWN one, and lease two. Technically, using the system is called theft of service.
It is NOT up to you to call DirecTV and have them send you are prepaid shipping box, it is up to the PREVIOUS subscriber.
If you decide to keep the system, DirecTV will charge you $25.00 for a new SIM card plug the monthly fees. If you decide to subscribe to DirecTV, they will send out an installer that will collect up the old receiver, bill DirecTV as a disconnect, and an install...
If you decide NOT to subscribe, just put the box in the closet. if the previous subscriber cancels the service, DirectTV will want the receiver back, but not the antenna.|||The equipment is rented, Therefore if you sell it you will have committed theft.|||Sell it, but I doubt you will find a buyer because direct tv give every customer a brand new one. I work at a thrift shop where we get 3 or 4 direct tv receivers every week. Can't give the things away, so we toss them in the trash.
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