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How do I connect replacement mini to Genie 2 HS17-500 system. Instructions sent were for HD DVR system.
I just received a replacement Genie mini to replace one that doesn't appear to be functioning properly. The instruction provided with the mini say to go to the Genie HDDVR to begin setup. However, we have a Genie 2 HS17-500 system. How do I connect the replacement mini to the Genie 2 system?
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Hr54-500 internet connected but can’t access
We moved our receiver from one room to another. We did all the steps to access our network with no issues. But when we try to access (like YouTube) it keeps telling us the internet is not connected.
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Initial connection issue
Hi, I recently switched from directv to cable, and learn within less then three hours that I made a grave mistake. I called directv to reinstate service, which I thought would be simple, given that all the equipment is still installed, but I can’t seem to get is back up an running. I have a smart hu
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DVR playback freezes on Genie 2
My Genie DVR freezes up after it has been paused (won't come off of pause). I've reset it countless times but this continues to occur. Occasionally I can exit out and select the program from my list to continue watching, but it often starts the recording from the beginning. Also, I have 250 mb inter
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Getting :too many active locations" on several minis.
I spoke with "help" and after an hour, the TV's all worked. They all started again the next day. Is there a sequence that will reset all minis? I have four minis, two connected to cable and four that are wireless. We are very frustrated. Please help
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Multiple dish on one property
Large farming operation with barn located long distance from home base. Use to have main dish and receiver in home AND an added 18" round dish and old Hughes receiver in barn. Worked like a charm an paid $7 gor additional barn receiver. Currently, have HR54-700 Genie receiver in home base. Barn rece
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direct tv hook up
just had a Winegard traveler pro sk2swm3 on my motorhome when its stored in enclosed building i want to use my outside swm 3 pole mounted dish question /how do i hoohook it up to the outside dish using the tripod inlet in rear compartment?
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DirecTV Equipment
Can you watch a recorded show on a Genie without the Genie being connected to the antenna?
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No signal detected for HDMI port in setting up direct tv to samsung smart tv
have a new smart tv. Samsung. Im trying to connect my cable box receiver to Th e tv using the HDMI ports but the tv keeps on saying no signal. It doesnt seem to recognize the receiver. Both HDMI ports from receiver and tv are connected. And yet, the tv screen says no device connected. I am con
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Old D11 receiver
Can i reactivate our old D11 receiver to use with old satellite??? We just recently changed out to Genie and new satellite but would like to use this old equipment in our garage if possible. Dont matter about HD.
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