Signal issues...

[KIDWCKED]

Was using 119...Loaded 118 sys restore still no go.....I know its not the lnb....Because sometime 119 workx....91 and 110 all good.Tested diff switch and checked all connections...Skewed dish...Nothing has changed...Gonna grab it by the cord swing it above my head and letter rip.....piece of junk.........

[JCO]

So I gather your using a different dish for each bird.. It could be a fried switch..

[KIDWCKED]

So I gather your using a different dish for each bird.. It could be a fried switch..

Nope....Only 91 is seperate......Pulled the emp centuri replcaced with cnx..Not a switch issue...:]

[JCO]

Then its the skew on the 110-119 dish or a bum lnb or wiring.

[KIDWCKED]

Then its the skew on the 110-119 dish or a bum lnb or wiring.

the dish hasnt moved...i have never had an lnb go bad..if the lnb is pooched wouldnt it stop working completely?thanx.....

[kijiji]

I had the same problem with my dlhd so i pulled the 8psk board out and reseated it and it worked 4 me.

[KIDWCKED]

I had the same problem with my dlhd so i pulled the 8psk board out and reseated it and it worked 4 me.

thanx man....will give that a try...the mod it came with is pooched for hd.l prolly should get a new one...thanx again...

[kijiji]

thanx man....will give that a try...the mod it came with is pooched for hd.l prolly should get a new one...thanx again...

there only like 30 bucks brother good luck.

[Terryl]

Looks like a lot of peeps are having switch problems after an update lately, could be that some junior software engineer pooched the 22 KHz commands for the switches, if it was working with the old software then try that version first before you go out screaming like a chicken and swinging the unit over your head.(that will keep the neighbors from calling the guys in the white coats with butterfly nets)

If it works fine with the old version (or the factory software) then it's not your switch.

To all with this problem, if it was working fine before the software upgrade, and doesnt switch right after one is done, then don't suspect the hardware. (unless you messed with that before the software change, then your pooched)

[KIDWCKED]

Looks like a lot of peeps are having switch problems after an update lately, could be that some junior software engineer pooched the 22 KHz commands for the switches, if it was working with the old software then try that version first before you go out screaming like a chicken and swinging the unit over your head.(that will keep the neighbors from calling the guys in the white coats with butterfly nets)

If it works fine with the old version (or the factory software) then it's not your switch.

To all with this problem, if it was working fine before the software upgrade, and doesnt switch right after one is done, then don't suspect the hardware. (unless you messed with that before the software change, then your pooched)

thanx Terryl....

[Terryl]

If you do need to go out and swing the unit over your head, while screaming like a chicken, please post the video.

But don't do it by swinging it by the coax, it may fly off and hurt something.

I usulay wrap it up with some shipping paper, and use lots and lots of rope, using lots and lots of knots, then on a clear night with a full Moon, go out and do the deed, this way my neighbors across the valley don't suspect anything is wrong, as they are all asleep by then, and won't call the Sheriff. (or the loonies squad)

[KIDWCKED]

If you do need to go out and swing the unit over your head, while screaming like a chicken, please post the video.

But don't do it by swinging it by the coax, it may fly off and hurt something.

I usulay wrap it up with some shipping paper, and use lots and lots of rope, using lots and lots of knots, then on a clear night with a full Moon, go out and do the deed, this way my neighbors across the valley don't suspect anything is wrong, as they are all asleep by then, and won't call the Sheriff. (or the loonies squad)

Lol....I was ready to sender off the back deck last night....Lol....:)

[future]

I would try to test my signal and make sure all is good with a different stb first so in the case you have the same result then I would say something is bad with your dish or switch or even bad connection or bad cable, but I would not bother the dlhd or it hd board because simply you have two disadvantages of taken it a part and removing the hd board and reinstall it as it was suggested the first is that there is a small rubber piece on the top of the board (which is very important to such the heat out of the board) that you have to keep in spot right above the board which is little bit tricky to keep in spot but possible to be done with a little bit of focuse and second in the case you open this box then the warranty will be voided for this box, so my advice is to try to test your dish signal and lnbs with different stb first before you do anything else.

[dishuser]

I would try to test my signal and make sure all is good with a different stb first so in the case you have the same result then I would say something is bad with your dish or switch or even bad connection or bad cable, but I would not bother the dlhd or it hd board because simply you have two disadvantages of taken it a part and removing the hd board and reinstall it as it was suggested the first is that there is a small rubber piece on the top of the board (which is very important to such the heat out of the board) that you have to keep in spot right above the board which is little bit tricky to keep in spot but possible to be done with a little bit of focuse and second in the case you open this box then the warranty will be voided for this box, so my advice is to try to test your dish signal and lnbs with different stb first before you do anything else.

the box has already been opened if it has the hd module is in it

[KIDWCKED]

I would try to test my signal and make sure all is good with a different stb first so in the case you have the same result then I would say something is bad with your dish or switch or even bad connection or bad cable, but I would not bother the dlhd or it hd board because simply you have two disadvantages of taken it a part and removing the hd board and reinstall it as it was suggested the first is that there is a small rubber piece on the top of the board (which is very important to such the heat out of the board) that you have to keep in spot right above the board which is little bit tricky to keep in spot but possible to be done with a little bit of focuse and second in the case you open this box then the warranty will be voided for this box, so my advice is to try to test your dish signal and lnbs with different stb first before you do anything else.

the orignal setup(dish)was done on a old sv4....might hook it back up and see what it says...:)

[future]

the box has already been opened if it has the hd module is in it

I bought mine with the hd board installed on it and with a valid sticker warranty on the box.


the orignal setup(dish)was done on a old sv4....might hook it back up and see what it says...:)

That is the best you need to do, in my opinion dlhd is not the best stb to set up your signal compared to the sv but in general using a second stb to test your dish would far better as first step than opining the box but in the case the second stb comes out with a different result then you know for sure that something is going on with your dlhd so from that point you could move on using your warranty or even replace the hd board with a brand new one, but if the issue is your dish then I would suggest you repost your issue starting with what kind of dish you got how many lnbs switch and what kind your stb setup and any further detail related to this issue would help to solve this problem.

[future]

Keep in mind sv4000 Can't test sat 129 but that should not be on issue if you can test the rest and you can leave the 129 for the dream link to be tested.

[dishuser]

I bought mine with the hd board installed on it and with a valid sticker warranty on the box.




they don't come from the factory like that
your dealer did it

[KIDWCKED]

I bought mine with the hd board installed on it and with a valid sticker warranty on the box.



That is the best you need to do, in my opinion dlhd is not the best stb to set up your signal compared to the sv but in general using a second stb to test your dish would far better as first step than opining the box but in the case the second stb comes out with a different result then you know for sure that something is going on with your dlhd so from that point you could move on using your warranty or even replace the hd board with a brand new one, but if the issue is your dish then I would suggest you repost your issue starting with what kind of dish you got how many lnbs switch and what kind your stb setup and any further detail related to this issue would help to solve this problem.

91 dtv dish port3
110-119 dp500 single lnbs
110 port1
119 port2
emp centauri...tried generic cnx as well.
This stb is nothing but a pain in the arse...Non stop hard bootin for bad or no signal..prolly gonna be a boat anchor soon..

[future]

cnx is not a good stb for testing stick to your sv which a better stb for testing but anyway you have three different lnbs on one dish is that right? what is the size of the dish ?and you have them all connected to the centauri is that right? first sat 119 has to be connected to port 1 on your switch following by 110 and 91 , also I need to know if you have the switch exposed to the out rain or maybe it's burned so how about you unplug the stb from the wall outlet and by pass the switch for each sat and make sure your setup on your stb is correct so we know your lnbs are good and working without the need for switch.

[dishuser]

cnx is not a good stb for testing stick to your sv which a better stb for testing but anyway you have three different lnbs on one dish is that right? what is the size of the dish ?and you have them all connected to the centauri is that right? first sat 119 has to be connected to port 1 on your switch following by 110 and 91 , also I need to know if you have the switch exposed to the out rain or maybe it's burned so how about you unplug the stb from the wall outlet and by pass the switch for each sat and make sure your setup on your stb is correct so we know your lnbs are good and working without the need for switch.

cnx switch...not stb

[countysat]

the dish hasnt moved...i have never had an lnb go bad..if the lnb is pooched wouldnt it stop working completely?thanx.....

No...I've had a DP Twin lnb where one side died and the other worked fine.
I've also had single lnbs that, in their dying stage, would work fine during the warmer hours of the day and then have signal loss when it cooled off at night.

[Kingdom]

Was using 119...Loaded 118 sys restore still no go.....I know its not the lnb....Because sometime 119 workx....91 and 110 all good.Tested diff switch and checked all connections...Skewed dish...Nothing has changed...Gonna grab it by the cord swing it above my head and letter rip.....piece of junk.........

I had the same problem as yours 2 days ago. week signal of 118 channels were 'No or bad signal". Then gradually other channels on 118 119 110 were no or bad signal. Mean time129, 82 and 91 were ok. I suspected the dish has moved. I tested the signal with a kbox all of the signals were perfect.

Opened up the dreamlink hd and checked the hd module, it was seated properly. Opened the metal box that connected to the coaxial cable from satellite, then closed it back. Now my box works like a charm. I might have a magic hand...

[Terryl]

I had the same problem as yours 2 days ago. week signal of 118 channels were 'No or bad signal". Then gradually other channels on 118 119 110 were no or bad signal. Mean time129, 82 and 91 were ok. I suspected the dish has moved. I tested the signal with a kbox all of the signals were perfect.

Opened up the dreamlink hd and checked the hd module, it was seated properly. Opened the metal box that connected to the coaxial cable from satellite, then closed it back. Now my box works like a charm. I might have a magic hand...

Metal box, what metal box, do you mean the Diseqc switch?? If it was the switch then I would never open it.

Have a photo?

[dishuser]

Metal box, what metal box, do you mean the Diseqc switch?? If it was the switch then I would never open it.

Have a photo?
inside stb
metal box where sat feed comes in

[Terryl]

Awwwwwww I wouldn't have opened that, you might have let all the RF and smoke out, you let the smoke out of the receiver and it will quit working.

[dishuser]

Awwwwwww I wouldn't have opened that, you might have let all the RF and smoke out, you let the smoke out of the receiver and it will quit working.

years ago the 301's used to get signal issues
it turned out to be cold solder joint
sometimes just using a hot air gun would fix it

[KIDWCKED]

swapped switches,cables and lnbs...Tried older s-ware ect...I think l will take ROTTENS advice and make sure the alignment and skew are nutz...Before i take a my drywall hatchet to it....Or crush it with my chev truck....:)

[gladiater]

swapped switches,cables and lnbs...Tried older s-ware ect...I think l will take ROTTENS advice and make sure the alignment and skew are nutz...Before i take a my drywall hatchet to it....Or crush it with my chev truck....:)

better off throwing tony stewart's helmet at it "kid".......lol

[KIDWCKED]

now itz disconnecting from server....only dn...119 mainly......time to sender and get something a little more reliable...:frusty:

[JCO]

now itz disconnecting from server....only dn...119 mainly......time to sender and get something a little more reliable...:frusty:

Have you tried pouring it a double crown royal and claiming from the insurance..LOL

[KIDWCKED]

Have you tried pouring it a double crown royal and claiming from the insurance..LOL


lol.....i got one of the first ones i think....lol...different issues everyday....jus like the g/f.....when work piks up i will purchase a diff one....and then this stb i will literally run it over with the chev...and post the pics...good timz...lol...

[JCO]

lol.....i got one of the first ones i think....lol...different issues everyday....jus like the g/f.....when work piks up i will purchase a diff one....and then this stb i will literally run it over with the chev...and post the pics...good timz...lol...

Speak to the dealer they may acomodate you..

[KIDWCKED]

Speak to the dealer they may acomodate you..

lol......thanx....:)