Upgrade for local channels

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@Scootgirl wrote:

Got letter in mail that need to upgrade by 2/8/20 to keep local channels...Anyone else get one too..

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Yes. DirecTV is phasing out old SD equipment that relies on MPEG2 satellite signals starting in April 2019. They will swap your old equipment with newer MPEG4-compatible equipment for free.  Call them at 1 800 531 5000.  They will likely try to upsell you on upgrading the fancier equipment, which will trigger a new 2-year commitment. 

@Scootgirl 

DirecTV is shutting down the last of their MPEG-2 (SD only) feeds starting April 2019. After that MPEG-4 (SD and HD capable) equipment will be needed. They are providing a complimentary swap program, but also offering upgrades as alternatives.

Some agents do go a little overboard on the options. To get the best guidance, what are the models of each box you have now?

So the MPEG-4 will replace the 2?  This can be used as a stand alone box?

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@Poohishisname wrote:

So the MPEG-4 will replace the 2?  This can be used as a stand alone box?

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Can what be used as "a stand alone box"?

Give us more details on what you want to do. 

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@Poohishisname wrote:
I want to take this box to my camp.

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What "box"?  Model number please. 

What satellite dish do you have?

Details please.

@Poohishisname 

Old boxes and receiving dishes are MPEG-2 (SD only). After the shutdown of those old feeds then all will have to be replaced with MPEG-4 (SD and HD capable) boxes and receiving dishes.

What are the models of each box you have?

What receiving dishes do you have (home and at the camp)?