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multi-room powerline connection?
I was told by Directv that if I purchased powerline adapters for my standard HD receivers (H-20 i think) I could participate in the beta phase of multi-room viewing. I just got the powerline adapters in the mail and found that I do not have an ethernet connection on the receivers therefore cannot connect them. I am also not in the 4 current cities testing them, therefore I am not sure if I can connect even with the right cable. (That would have been nice to know prior to purchasing-but what's done is done).
Anyone know what's going on? The Directv rep told me I would be all set with the receivers I have. But, if they didn't realize it might not even be available in my area... maybe they didn't have a clue about what they were talking about.
Thanks!
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Anyone know what's going on? The Directv rep told me I would be all set with the receivers I have. But, if they didn't realize it might not even be available in my area... maybe they didn't have a clue about what they were talking about.
Thanks!
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testerx
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While it's true that powerline adapters might work for the MRV beta (if you had compatible receivers) DirecTV is recommending, and the rep should have told you, that if you don't have you receivers networked now, to wait for the beta to end and for the new DECA network hardware to become available everywhere. At that time, DirecTV would update your H20s to MRV compatible receivers and install the DECA system and SWiM if necessary... all for $150 or less.
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bogo14
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I have HR20 & HR23 both are connected using SMC powerline ehternet adapters.
I can use them for DOD however, I entered the BETA MRV today and they both connected just fine and everything shows up on each receiver.
However while trying to watch a program, the programs has a delay every few seconds, I think its because the power line adapters are too slow?
Maybe I should either try running a ethernet cable through the attic and hard wiring it to each receiver or getting a wireless router, don't know if a wireless router will fix that issue.
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testerx
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bogo14
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It looks like I may do this. Just thought I would try it out with the powerline adapters and see if I get lucky, I didn't
Do you think I will need any thing else, besides the DECA? I am not familiar with how the DECA will be set up or anything. I am located in Denver one of the pilot sites.
I have both an HR21 & HR23 HD DVR.
They are wired using a SWM set up and have a Slimline dish.
Thanks.
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testerx
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bogo14
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I am kind of confused now. I thought I understood all of ot.
Here is what I have;
HR21 (connected to my Vonage Route (Motorola VT-2442VD, using SMC Powerline ethernet adapter)
HR23 (connected to my Vonage Route (Motorola VT-2442VD, using SMC Powerline ethernet adapter)
I have a swm located on the outside of my home which is connected to my slimline Dish.
Will DTV hookup a DECA to my main receiver?
I thought they would have a DECA @ ea receiver and that they would take the place of my power line adapters.
Right now I just use the powerline adapters for DOD and Apps.
I was considering calling DTV to see what they would do, since I am in the Denver pilot area. If there is a start up price, a new contract, etc.
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