STREAMING SATURDAY: Is “The Regime” any good?
If you’ve happened onto Max during the last month, you’ve probably heard of The Regime. This limited series stars Max darling Kate Winslet and features a laundry list of production staff from top...
View ArticleCan you use an old access card in a new DIRECTV receiver?
What you see above is a truly old receiver. If I recall correctly, I took that picture back in 2008, of the then-new HR23 DVR. DIRECTV hardware made in the 2000s has proved incredibly reliable, and it...
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How is a DIRECTV (or DISH) client different from a receiver?
Clients rule the world. At least, they rule the world of satellite. Since 2012, the leaders in satellite TV have both used clients instead of receivers in their top-end devices. That means for the...
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When will DISH and DIRECTV satellite dishes get smaller?
It’s not a coincidence that both DIRECTV and DISH have satellite antennas that are about 36″ wide. There’s a FCC rule called OTARD that says an HOA can’t stop you from putting up an antenna if it’s...
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Can you put an antenna in the garage?
Sometimes, you have to improvise. Cord-cutting is a massive phenomenon and shows no sign of stopping. The first wave of cord-cutters were happy to ditch high cable costs and get their content from...
View ArticleWhy are ATSC 3.0 meters so expensive?
The meter you see above is Toner Cable’s latest signal meter. It’s one of the least expensive and most capable devices for measuring ATSC 3.0 signals. It’s also significantly more expensive than our...
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View ArticleNICE AND EASY: How high up should your outdoor cell antenna be?
If you’re putting up a cellular signal booster, you’re doing it because you want better signal inside. There are a lot of reasons that you might have bad cell signals indoors. Honestly most homes are...
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What are your options for SD video on a DIRECTV C61K?
I know how the minds of some of our Solid Signal fans work. You want to be futureproof. You want to get your install nailed down and you don’t want to change it if you don’t have to. The one thing you...
View ArticleWill DIRECTV move up its schedule for turning off standard definition channels?
Last month, DIRECTV suffered its most public and possibly longest satellite outage in a decade. It’s a tribute to the hard work of its engineering and broadcast teams that most channels were restored...
View ArticleShould you really trust the previous homeowner’s wiring?
Congratulations! You just moved into your new home. Well, it’s new to you. Rather than a new build, you chose for a home that someone else lived in. When you get there, you find a surprise: A lot of...
View ArticlePodcast #569: Satellite TV for business… in 2024?
Your business is focused on the future, so why am I talking about satellite TV? Because it’s the right choice for 2024 and beyond! Listen, and you’ll be convinced. Shop at https://www.solidsignal.com...
View ArticleNICE AND EASY: Are DIRECTV remotes waterproof?
This could potentially be a very short article. No, they are not waterproof. They’re somewhat spillproof, meaning that they won’t fry themselves if a bit of water or soda drops on them. But try to use...
View ArticleOne multiswitch for DISH and DIRECTV?
One of our customer service reps asked me a question the other day. “Is there one multiswitch that would let a customer run DISH and DIRECTV on the same line? Unfortunately, the answer is no. This is...
View ArticleWill DIRECTV ask for my receiver back?
All DIRECTV receivers for home use are leased. Don’t believe those people who crow on the internet about owning their stuff. There might be a few people who got their equipment through testing, but...
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Ken Reid and Katya Apekina
February 1-7, 1997 This week Ken welcomes author of the excellent new novel Mother Doll (signed copies can be purchased here:...
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THROWBACK THURSDAY: A warning from the distant past
Let me tell you a little bit about computers in 1966. They weren’t anything like they are today. They were giant behemoths owned only by the largest companies, and they were run by qualified operators...
View ArticleNICE AND EASY: Can you combine cellular antennas for better reception?
You can do it for TV antennas. Is there any benefit to doing it for cellular antennas? Can you get double the reception if you create an array of antennas? If you’re looking to get better cell service...
View ArticleWho can you call when you need support for KVH products?
Let me start by saying this: I am always incredibly amazed by marine satellite technology. Whether it’s for television or internet, it simply boggles my mind. I mean, think about it for a second....
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Dream Kitchens Unveiled: Real-Life Remodel Success Stories
We all dream of stunning kitchens that meet all our cooking and entertainment needs while making our daily tasks easier. However, making kitchen renovation decisions can be an uphill task for...
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