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DIRECTV News Mix is no more
Friends, take a minute to lament the recently departed DIRECTV News Mix. That’s right, DIRECTV’s interactive news mix, formerly on channels 102 and 352, is no more. The interactive channel debuted with DIRECTV’s D10 receivers back…
Will DIRECTV Bring Back the SWM5?
Why bring back with SWM-5 when the SWM-8 is better?
Announcing new Vietnamese channels on DIRECTV
DIRECTV continues to lead with more international programming! It’s not for everyone but if you live in a market where there is a large Vietnamese population, you should know about increased channel selection from DIRECTV….
Introducing SATLOOKLITE, the simple meter
It’s all about what you need. We’ve tested several satellite meters here and each one has its strengths. Perfect Vision brought us the Birdog USB Plus, which gives a wide variety of satellite choices and a simple…
Don’t use the wrong satellite meter
This is the Perfect Vision PVS22K satellite finder. At just under $14 it seems like a great deal. If you are hooking up older, round satellite dish it just might help you get things moving a little faster….
Solid Signal Winter 2013 Buyers Guide
Does your DIRECTV receiver seem like a dinosaur? If it’s been a while since you looked at new satellite equipment, it’s time to look again. Even if it’s only been 5 years since you looked at…
TIP: Faster Channel Changes with DIRECTV… or better Picture Quality
DIRECTV gives you a choice. In many cases you can get even better picture quality by using your HD receiver’s native mode, but this may slow down channel changes a bit on older TVs or give…
TIP: 9 of your favorite DIRECTV Channels… at your fingertips with QuickTune
If you’re like most people you watch about nine channels all the time. Sure, you’ll browse the guide from time to time but most folks can pick nine favorites. Take out the major networks — you…
Watch Hurricane Sandy information channel on DIRECTV
From DIRECTV’s Press Release: DIRECTV is launching a dedicated 24/7 “Hurricane Sandy Information” channel that will provide live broadcasts from local stations in markets affected by the hurricane to DIRECTV viewers nationwide. The DIRECTV-produced information…
TIP: How to use RVU with your C31 Genie Client or Samsung RVU TV
If you have an HR34 Genie HD DVR, you’ve probably been waiting for the Genie Client to come out. It’s a little box the size of a paperback book, completely silent and yet it has full DVR functionality. Installation…
The simple guide to adding a Genie Client
If you have an HR34 Genie HD DVR, you’ve probably been waiting for the Genie Client to come out. It’s a little box the size of a paperback book, completely silent and yet it has full DVR functionality. Installation…
What is the difference between Genie and Whole-Home viewing?
DIRECTV’s C31 Genie Client is a whole new animal, unlike any other DIRECTV box that came before it. It’s not only tiny, but it’s really not even a satellite receiver. Why? The reason comes down to…
IMPORTANT C31 Genie Client tip!
Did you get your C31 Genie Client? If you’re one of the many people who’ve ordered from us recently, thank you! We’ve got an important tip to share. Just like any DIRECTV receiver, the C31 requires activation….
HR34 Genie Q&A
There have been a lot of misconceptions about the HR34 Genie HD DVR so I thought a simple Q&A might be worth it: How many programs can be recorded with a Genie DVR? The Genie DVR…