New Member ExpressVu Satellite Discussion Thread

[hugh]

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[hugh]

I've moved most of the queries here to unique threads and removed outdated posts in order to clean up this thread.

[CAK0]

I understand that this receiver SHOULD be able to communicate with my VCR to allow me to tape programs by setting a timer on the receiver. My experience with universal tv remotes is they cant always talk to every piece of equipment they say they can. BEV phone reps say this has never been a problem. I have 3 vcrs, one is built-in a 14inch tv. Anyone have any experiences to share.

and yes, I know the PVR avoids this.

[mac dude]

Originally Posted by CAK0

I understand that this receiver SHOULD be able to communicate with my VCR to allow me to tape programs by setting a timer on the receiver. My experience with universal tv remotes is they cant always talk to every piece of equipment they say they can. BEV phone reps say this has never been a problem. I have 3 vcrs, one is built-in a 14inch tv. Anyone have any experiences to share.

and yes, I know the PVR avoids this.

The installer should have left a manual. It includes instructions on programming the remote, and many possibilities for each "company". Failing that, there's a secondary method on the remote to find out which code it is using. You can apply this same logic to "setting the VCR" once you figure out which code it is. Warning: Some codes when entered do "some" of the functions but not all... run the test and when it works you should be fine.

[hugh]

Cako, I recommend posting 4100 questions in the Official 4100 owners thread. You're likely to get more feedback faster.

[Buzzed [CotC]]

I am a newbie at this, but I have a problem with one of my recievers.

I am only getting one channel. The signal is good and the other reciever works fine. Does anyone know the problem? Maybe a reboot? And if so how is this done. Tired of waiting on the phone trying to get thru to teck assistance.

Thanks.

[Battscrew]

try holding down the power button for 10-12 seconds or unplug for 5 minutes or pull the card out.

[Buzzed [CotC]]

Originally Posted by Battscrew

try holding down the power button for 10-12 seconds or unplug for 5 minutes or pull the card out.

I will try the power button. I did pull the card out and re-inserted but it did not help.

Thanks.

[GeeCee]

I just scheduled an appointment for a new 2 year service contract.. 2 HD receivers and 2 standard digital receivers.. CSR told me that installation will be free for -all- the receivers.. is this true? I don't want cables running up and down the walls..

Also my order receipt says one 6120 receiver and one 6100 receiver.. what is the difference?

[Spidinator]

Well no idea on the 6120 or the 6100 but I also just did the 2 year program and they came and did an install of the 9220 and a standalone 4100 and yes it was all free. I thought they did a very good job as far as cables go, hid them quite well. quite impressed with the 9200 right now, its early but i would give it a slight edge over the shaw 6412.

[Battscrew]

the 6120 is a complete package - receiver and dish, lnbs. The 6100 is just the receiver.

[FuzzyQball]

Rather than ask a million questions, I was wondering if you folks could direct me to some sites that might have an in depth discription of Bell/Dish systems, including ground stations, satellites, dishes at home, and connections to the TV. I am an Engineer, so the more technical the better. I feel a little lost right now in this technolgy, so any good links would be appreciated!

[hugh]

fuzzyQball, three comments.

• It's ExpressVu not ExpressView
• Why not just use Google? there is a search box at the top of this page!
• What the heck is wrong with this site? I doubt you'll find many with more ExpressVu information on it but then I guess I'm biased.

[FuzzyQball]

This site is great. It has answered many of my questions, but I like to read-up on the techology and absorb it. I have done some google searches, but the results have not been exactly what I have been looking for. Sorry for this misspelling, but I do that more often than I like to admit. I thought that people here may have some good references....

[Danno]

Hi,

Been lurking here for a couple of years, and finally decided to become a member due to today's experience with today's NFL playoffs.

What's the deal with Global's simulcasting of the broadcasts on both NBC and FOX? I seem to remember some threads awhile ago that the CRTC put a stop to it. As of last weekend, there was no simulcast on the HD networks.

I really don't have an issue with simulcast on principal. Sure, it's Canada, but why do they:

1) Put that annoying Global logo (what is it, a half moon or what?) on the screen. I know its Global, must I be constantly reminded?
2) I don't ever recall seeing FOX looking as grainy as it did during the Chicago/Caralina game. I project onto a 100" screen with a native 720p projector and it definitely looked better last week on FOX. Are they messing with the original signal?
3) Why the heck do commercials have to be 3 to 6 decibels higher in volume than the game? I was hitting the mute button immediately whenever it went to commerical. In regards to commercials, it also seemed like there were more of them! Are we missing parts of the game?

Thanks for looking.
Dan