The Solid Signal Blog
  • Get Support Here
  • Shop Solid Signal
    • Weekly Deals
    • Today’s Deals
  • Signal Connect
  • News
    • Editorials
    • Fun and Games
  • Tutorials
    • DIRECTV Error Codes
    • DISH Error Codes
    • Ultimate Guides
    • PDF Tutorials
    • How-To Videos
    • Coaxial Cable Attenuation Calculator
  • Reviews
    • PDF Reviews
    • Unboxing Videos
  • Podcasts
  • Best of the Blog
Hot Topics
  • January 2, 2025 | How much signal do you need for a cell booster to work?
  • December 18, 2024 | Can you use a marine satellite TV system in Canada?
  • November 27, 2024 | TIP: Terminate those unused ports!
  • October 10, 2024 | How to reset your Genie 2
  • September 25, 2024 | What’s the best satellite TV solution for a car?
  • August 19, 2024 | NICE AND EASY: Are indoor antennas affected by weather?
  • August 14, 2024 | Road Trip Hacks: Cell Phone Vehicle Signal Booster
  • August 8, 2024 | Where can you get a DIRECTV Local Channel Connector (LCC?)
  • August 2, 2024 | Should you reuse old coaxial cable?
  • July 30, 2024 | Why would you want a big ugly antenna like this one?
  • July 24, 2024 | How can you clean your boat’s satellite dish?
  • July 22, 2024 | How often should I refresh my DIRECTV receiver?
  • July 15, 2024 | What’s so special about getting DISH in your RV?
  • July 8, 2024 | Do you need a new satellite system for your boat?
  • June 30, 2024 | Should you use a “M2M” booster (IoT booster) for your connected devices?
  • June 30, 2024 | UPDATED FOR ’24 AND BEYOND: What is the best Genie client?
  • June 30, 2024 | Will downloading new software solve your DIRECTV problem?
  • June 29, 2024 | NICE AND EASY: How do you factory reset a Gemini Air?
  • June 29, 2024 | EDITORIAL: Enough game shows already
  • June 28, 2024 | Now available: “white glove” service for our marine customers

Tutorials February 27, 2020

Why are there so many different kinds of combiners?

It would seem like one is all you need, but there’s a lot more to it than you think!

Read More

Tutorials February 27, 2020

What is millimeter wave 5G?

It’s the next wave of 5G. Learn about it now so you’re ready!


Fun and Games February 27, 2020

When 4K was still a long way away

Six years ago people thought 4K was a healthy breakfast cereal.


Tutorials February 26, 2020

2020 Edition: Should you get satellite TV?

Our updated guide lays it all out for you.


Tutorials February 26, 2020

INSTALLERS: Mind those cable lengths

If you’re out there installing DIRECTV satellite, you have a lot to worry about. This tutorial lays it out for you.


News February 26, 2020

Top 15 Power Banks Perfect for Travel Photographer

Do you have the power you need to get the job done? Kristy Jones can tell you.


Podcasts February 26, 2020

Ken Reid and Rachel Reid

Let’s welcome Ken’s wife to the show!


Podcasts February 25, 2020

Podcast #361: Don’t believe everything you read

Our podcaster goes … way out for this week’s entry.


Tutorials February 25, 2020

Are you a good candidate for cord-cutting?

There are more cord-cutting options than ever before! Before you take the plunge, take a look at this article.


Tutorials February 25, 2020

Why should you upgrade to a new security system?

We lay out the most important reasons for you… and the last one will really make you think!


Tutorials February 25, 2020

Should you put your satellite equipment in an enclosure?

This one goes out to those commercial installers out there, but it’s a fun read for everyone.


Tutorials February 24, 2020

Should you remove the icicles on your antenna?

This can be a really tough decision, but really there’s one choice that makes the most sense.


Tutorials February 24, 2020

NEW VIDEO: Program your DIRECTV remote to control your sound system

There’s a trick to getting your DIRECTV box to work with your surround system. Only we can tell you what it is.


Tutorials February 24, 2020

How does Bluetooth work?

Learn just a little more about Bluetooth than you thought you ever could.


Tutorials February 24, 2020

What kind of cable is needed for an amplified antenna?

Amplified antennas are more popular than ever. But will the cable you get at the home store work for them?


« 1 … 356 357 358 359 360 … 642 »
Activation

Most Popular Articles

Read our Ultimate Guides

Recent Comments

  • Vladimir Atamanov on What to do if your NiteCore Tip flashlight turns off after 30 secondsI was actually close to returning my flashlight. I…
  • Avram Cohen on Here’s why Dolby Vision and other HDR formats are so dark on your TVDolby vision sucks for older eyes, you're right wa…
  • dmeader on What is hardline cable?Hardline is EVERYWHERE in commercial radio. All th…
  • dmeader on What’s the best preamp for an FM antenna?Interesting! I'd like to try one of these for FM D…
  • hwertz on UPDATED: Is DIRECTV abandoning the Ku band?Another reason not to abandon Ku; the Ku band is m…

ARCHIVES

2025

  • + January (1)

2024

  • + December (1)
  • + November (1)
  • + October (1)
  • + September (1)
  • + August (4)
  • + July (5)
  • + June (95)
  • + May (106)
  • + April (105)
  • + March (101)
  • + February (100)
  • + January (107)

2023

  • + December (103)
  • + November (103)
  • + October (105)
  • + September (104)
  • + August (100)
  • + July (100)
  • + June (104)
  • + May (106)
  • + April (99)
  • + March (105)
  • + February (96)
  • + January (104)

2022

  • + December (104)
  • + November (102)
  • + October (102)
  • + September (102)
  • + August (105)
  • + July (103)
  • + June (103)
  • + May (104)
  • + April (100)
  • + March (102)
  • + February (95)
  • + January (103)

2021

  • + December (107)
  • + November (103)
  • + October (101)
  • + September (101)
  • + August (101)
  • + July (106)
  • + June (104)
  • + May (103)
  • + April (102)
  • + March (106)
  • + February (96)
  • + January (104)

2020

  • + December (108)
  • + November (100)
  • + October (106)
  • + September (103)
  • + August (104)
  • + July (107)
  • + June (60)

ALL ARCHIVES

Get new posts by E-mail

Tags

4ktv 8ktv 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 antennas at&t atsc3 auto and rv best of the blog cables101 cellular ces commercial computers and internet cord101 directv directv stream dish fun friday gadgets gotw3 hdtv hot deals marine podcasts satellite smart home streaming streaming saturday surveillance tbt
  • Contact The Editor
  • Privacy Policy

©2007-2024, Signal Group LLC

We use cookies to ensure that we give you the best experience on our website. If you continue to use this site we will assume that you are happy with it.