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Gemini getting new set up
I have a satellite direct does it cost anything to replace my system I have 2 TVs. I have had Direct for 10 years
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Programming RC73 to Handle TV
I successfully programmed my living room directv remote and everything works fine. However, I programmed my other RC73 to power my Dynex TV. I couldn't find the model number for the Dynex so I let Directv remote hunt for it. The volume control works fine but the remote won't power the TV on or off.
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Universal Remotes
Hi. I'm currently using Logitech Harmony 650 remotes to navigate Directv. Problem is Logitech is no longer producing these remotes. One remote isn't working very well because of old age. Was wondering if anyone can suggest other universal remotes that go well with Directv. Anu help will be appreciat
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can the 18 round dish be used at all any more
I've been using my 18" dish for years when we camp. I bring my H24 from home and it's been fine. This year, I cannot get any sat connection.
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How to stop the reciever from searching for Wireless Networks?
I have an old uncle who believes there is a hacker stealing his Directv. He showed me how he knows. It is actually WiFi signals such as our home wifi and our neighbors. He believes they are all signals connected to his reciever (none of them are including the home wifi). This has been going on for t
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Intermittent pixelation, access card shows heat stress
Was loosing tv shows and recordings due to pixelation/ black outs. Have an HR44-500. Blew any dust out of the casing and when I removed the access card to blow out the slot, I noticed brown spots around the chip end of the card. Could this be the cause? I've been a customer for years, would I have t
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How should I upgrade my equipment?
I have three boxes in my house, one H44 and two C51-700s. What's the best upgrade path to actually have DVR? I've already had DirecTV for more than two years now in good standing.
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Gemini
DirecTV installed three Gemini units during the summer of 2024. When a DirecTV technician came out in November due to issues with the Gemini units, the technician told us the Gemini is not compatible with Genie, that we never should have been sold on the Gemini product so long as we have a Genie. Th
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I have directv in my home and one big reciever and two smaller boxes for two other tv's. I want to add a tailgater to my travel trailer,
I have Directv in my home and it works fine. I want to add a tv out in my travel trailer and use the tailgaiter kit to add the trailer tv to my primary account. In my house I have one large receiver and two much smaller boxes, at the other tv's. Do I need to buy/order another large receiver to put i
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