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 June 6, 2024

Can you use a Sofabaton universal remote with a DIRECTV Gemini?

Solid Signal doesn’t carry Sofabaton remotes, but we still have the answer you need!

Read More

Tutorials June 6, 2024

Weird DIRECTV problems if you take your receiver from dish to dish? Here’s what you need to know

Not everyone will have this problem but if you do, this article’s a must-read.


Fun and Games June 6, 2024

THROWBACK THURSDAY: When I actually had to try to convince you to connect to the internet

Of course you’ll connect it! Why wouldn’t you?


Tutorials June 5, 2024

Cord Cutting’s not for everyone

One story will convince you that sometimes, you have to pay more.


Tutorials June 5, 2024

What does an antenna’s boom do?

This one was fun to write. After all, “boom” is a funny word.


Podcasts June 5, 2024

Ken Reid and Tom Shubilla II

Another popular guest returns.


Tutorials June 5, 2024

Should you buy a variable gain amplifier?

Is this the right part for you? Read on to find out!


Podcasts June 4, 2024

Podcast #581: House of the Dragon season 2 is coming. Will you be able to see or hear it?

It’s time for some straight talk about picture and sound.


Tutorials June 4, 2024

Does your cell booster need an LPDA?

There’s a super-sensitive antenna out there. Do you need it? Is it worth the money?


Tutorials June 4, 2024

Can you hook a Gemini Air up to an AV receiver or soundbar?

This tutorial exists because customers like you asked for it!


Tutorials June 4, 2024

WARNING: Don’t paint the satellite dome on your boat

It might seem like a good idea. It isn’t, and I’ll tell you why.


Tutorials June 3, 2024

Can commercial DIRECTV customers use the regular DIRECTV app to stream video?

Here’s the story you won’t find anywhere else.


Tutorials June 3, 2024

HOW TO DO IT: Sync up your Genie Clients or Geminis

This should keep things all nice and consistent!


Editorials June 3, 2024

Is the term “home theater” obsolete?

Is it worth going to the CEDIA Expo this year?


News June 3, 2024

Unlock Extended Battery Life: Get Your Smart Charger Now for Only $24.99!

The best deals are always at Solid Signal!


« 1 … 5 6 7 8 9 … 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 (92)

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.