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Pinza · 2011-02-04, 08:53 PM

Just call 1 888 sky dish.

Cost is $6 per month, max of 2 claims per year, covers just about everything 'except' the Dish, unless I misunderstood the CSR.....lol

When I called and had it added, she looked at the receivers on my account, 4 x HD Dual Tuners (9200's & 9242's) and a 5200, she said that I had done the right thing as the 9200 is no longer available and would be replaced by a 9242 "IF" they ever failed.

So far, sadly they are both fine but who knows for how much longer.....lol

scrooloose · 2011-02-04, 10:24 PM

Unless it has changed the SW44 switch isn't covered by Dish Care either.

-Mike

Pinza · 2011-02-04, 11:14 PM

I too had heard that in the past but I specifically asked about it, as technically I "must" have 3 of them for my 10 Tuners and was told yes, they are covered, along with the power inserters.

Now I would agree with you, that I do not think they are but that was her answer to me, so I guess it might have changed.

As we all know, ask two different CSR's the same question, the chances are you will get two answers.....

Blackloz · 2011-02-05, 06:51 AM

I also had a friend send in my old 9200 that I sold him 3 years ago and he received a 9242. Also Dish care covers receivers, switches, lnbs and remotes.

skypilot · 2011-02-05, 06:49 PM

I have dish care. Now I just have to see if I can get past my own ethics about my present 9200 have a so-called problem.

ace66 · 2011-05-04, 11:26 AM

Question, my parents have a 6 yr old 9200, they own it. They are upgrading their TV from a 720p LCD to a 3D. Since the 9200 will not be capable what are their options. I would think Bell shares some of the responsibility here. If they threaten to cancel their account any chance of getting a free upgrade or at least a significant discount on a new 9241 ? $499 for a new one seems unlikely.

hugh · 2011-05-04, 11:38 AM

Not capable of what? The 9200 will work fine with the new TV.

Pinza · 2011-05-04, 12:01 PM

It will also work with 3D but Bell have decided to not allow this feature as they will soon begin swapping out all MPEG2 HD receivers, the 9200 and 6100's. I would just wait and later this year you should be offered a nice shiny new (OK it could be a refurb) 9242/9241 for your 9200.

As Bell do not transmit anything in 1080i, I would not be in a hurry anyway, you will most likely not notice any difference.

ScaryBob · 2011-05-04, 12:07 PM

Bell will be doing receiver swaps (9200 to 9242) in the next year. No need to do anything until then.

ace66 · 2011-05-04, 12:32 PM

So from what I'm reading I should not do anything right now and don't bother signing up for Dishcare.

Pinza · 2011-05-04, 02:11 PM

Dishcare is another thing entirely, it is an insurance policy that will give you peace of mind if you ever have issues in the future. At $6 per month, I consider it good value for money but then I have several Dual Tuner Receivers, so the replacement cost would be very high.

Dr.Dave · 2011-05-11, 02:05 PM

dm_4u, the swap is discussed in this thread:

http://www.digitalhome.ca/forum/showthread.php?t=139105

2011-02-04, 10:24 PM	#47
scrooloose Veteran Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Grimsby, Ont. Posts: 3,117	Unless it has changed the SW44 switch isn't covered by Dish Care either. -Mike __________________ Pioneer PRO-110FD \| Pioneer VSX-92TXH \| BELL 9242 \| Panasonic DMP-BD35 \| XBOX 360 \|WD TV Live Hub

2011-02-05, 06:49 PM	#50
skypilot Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: West Lorne, ON Posts: 537	I have dish care. Now I just have to see if I can get past my own ethics about my present 9200 have a so-called problem. __________________ Sony XBR-52HX909 / Sony BDP-S570 / BTV 9242 PVR / XM Inno & subs in Focus & Fiesta (all SXM)

2011-05-04, 11:26 AM	#51
ace66 Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Ottawa Posts: 190	9200 upgrade Question, my parents have a 6 yr old 9200, they own it. They are upgrading their TV from a 720p LCD to a 3D. Since the 9200 will not be capable what are their options. I would think Bell shares some of the responsibility here. If they threaten to cancel their account any chance of getting a free upgrade or at least a significant discount on a new 9241 ? $499 for a new one seems unlikely.

2011-05-04, 11:38 AM	#52
hugh Member #1 Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: Toronto Posts: 47,492	Not capable of what? The 9200 will work fine with the new TV. __________________ As of January 2012, I am no longer the owner of the Digital Home website. If you have questions about the operation of the site, please contact VSAdmin. For personal inquiries contact me at the Hugh Thompson website.

2011-05-04, 12:07 PM	#54
ScaryBob Veteran Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: The Dandelion City Posts: 7,133	Bell will be doing receiver swaps (9200 to 9242) in the next year. No need to do anything until then. __________________ At 20 I had a good mind. At 40 I had money. At 60 I've lost my mind and my money. Oh, to be 20 again. --Scary

2011-02-04, 08:53 PM	#46
Pinza Veteran Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: GTA Posts: 8,576	Just call 1 888 sky dish. Cost is $6 per month, max of 2 claims per year, covers just about everything 'except' the Dish, unless I misunderstood the CSR.....lol When I called and had it added, she looked at the receivers on my account, 4 x HD Dual Tuners (9200's & 9242's) and a 5200, she said that I had done the right thing as the 9200 is no longer available and would be replaced by a 9242 "IF" they ever failed. So far, sadly they are both fine but who knows for how much longer.....lol

2011-02-04, 11:14 PM	#48
Pinza Veteran Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: GTA Posts: 8,576	I too had heard that in the past but I specifically asked about it, as technically I "must" have 3 of them for my 10 Tuners and was told yes, they are covered, along with the power inserters. Now I would agree with you, that I do not think they are but that was her answer to me, so I guess it might have changed. As we all know, ask two different CSR's the same question, the chances are you will get two answers.....

2011-02-05, 06:51 AM	#49
Blackloz Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Regina,SK & Plentywood MT Posts: 853	I also had a friend send in my old 9200 that I sold him 3 years ago and he received a 9242. Also Dish care covers receivers, switches, lnbs and remotes.

2011-05-04, 12:01 PM	#53
Pinza Veteran Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: GTA Posts: 8,576	It will also work with 3D but Bell have decided to not allow this feature as they will soon begin swapping out all MPEG2 HD receivers, the 9200 and 6100's. I would just wait and later this year you should be offered a nice shiny new (OK it could be a refurb) 9242/9241 for your 9200. As Bell do not transmit anything in 1080i, I would not be in a hurry anyway, you will most likely not notice any difference.

2011-05-04, 12:32 PM	#55
ace66 Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Ottawa Posts: 190	So from what I'm reading I should not do anything right now and don't bother signing up for Dishcare.

2011-05-04, 02:11 PM	#56
Pinza Veteran Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: GTA Posts: 8,576	Dishcare is another thing entirely, it is an insurance policy that will give you peace of mind if you ever have issues in the future. At $6 per month, I consider it good value for money but then I have several Dual Tuner Receivers, so the replacement cost would be very high.

2011-05-11, 02:05 PM	#57
Dr.Dave Moderator Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Winnipeg Posts: 4,704	dm_4u, the swap is discussed in this thread: http://www.digitalhome.ca/forum/showthread.php?t=139105

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