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Dec 2011 update causes problems

This update causes an error message requiring that the Exit button be held in for some time, to switch the satellite receiver from HD to SD.This was not the case before this update. This causes a large problem because I have both an HD and a SD TV connected to the receiver.So now the service is degr

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Changing U-verse channels causes momentary picture freeze.

Changing U-verse channels causes momentary picture freeze.  This problem used to be random, sometimes going away completely for a while.  Now the freeze has become a standard operational feature.I've tried "cold-booting" the ONT, BGW210-700 and the VIP-2250 STB.  Even went through the AT&T U-verse o

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Thank you litzdog and nab!!!  It was unnatural thought for me to call, I thought it would be an easy submission online to save everyone time and effort to get this simple thing done.  But we'll spin up a cycle on it 🙂 Thank you both once again!Rob

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Need new location connected to DirecTV receiver

Hi. I think I need a service technician to come to my house and connect my supply line (coax) from my existing DirecTV junction box (they installed) to a new room in my house where the main receiver will be moved to.  All wiring is run and in location, just need connection and movement of the main D

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Power button flashing continuously and causes start stop of programming

The power button on my S20-51A controller flashes red continuously.  This causes programming to pause then play continuously,  Changed batteries but no luck.  I can use the remote from my other receiver and it works just fine.   Scott I

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HR24 pause in signal causes monitor to drop off

I have a Directv HR24 HD DVR connected to a ViewSonic VX 2433WM monitor and every time I change channels on the HD DVR the momentary pause in the signal causes the monitor to switch from the HD DVR (HDMI) signal to my computer (DVI) signal. This is extremely annoying as it takes me about 8 seconds t

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Wifi extender causes tv receiver to disconnect

I just purchased and hooked up a Netgear AC1900 Wifi Range Extender to extend wifi to the top floor of my house.  I got it hooked up and it works and helps with the wifi coverage however when it is up and running it causes the wireless receivers in our house to disconnect every 10-15 minutes.  On wh

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The first time I ever saw a guide with only logos was actually on AT&Ts own DTVNow service when it first launched. Seemed very unnatural coming from Uverse, for instance no channel numbers, but eventually acclimated.Xfinity stream with its TV GO opti

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Uverse TV Guide (Viewed on TV, not on the App) Needs Work

Will ATT Uverse update it's TV software (on screen Guide) to resemble the Uverse App anytime soon? I'm a new customer with Uverse coming from Xfinity X1. I must say the Xfinity TV Guide was better than the current Uverse Guide.  Examples, TV logos for each station (I know logos not station identifie

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What causes intermittent picture pixelation?

While watching TV, any channel or DVR program, the picture will pixelate (freeze). The sound goes out also. All new equipment was installed, except the wireless set top receiver and DVR, when I upgraded to ATT fiber. I've reset all equipment but that doesn't help. Thanks in advance.

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HDMI connection causes DVR to ignore DTV remote

I have two HR-22 DVRs and everything worked flawlessly until I replaced my old TV with a Vizio E370VL 1080p HDTV. I use an HDMI cable to connect them, and ever since that was done, the HR-22 often will ignore all remote input until I switch the input of the TV to the other unit or pull out the HDMI

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Troubleshooting causes worse problem

So, I was experiencing pixellation and weird reception/audio screeching on several channels.  I called Directv support who suggested that I power off the receiver box, unscrew the coax cable, touch the inner core wire several times to "remove the static", screw it back in and power it back on.  I di

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HR-21 update attempt causes problems

The HR-21's, which were previously updated a few weeks ago, are now trying to take another auto update-29-B. This makes them automatically reboot, then try and search for update which they don't find, then reboot and come up with about half the channels. These recievers are very touchy.

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Ethernet connection causes lost picture

We have a DirectTV HD DVR.  I don't know the model number.  Since connecting the ethernet cable last night we have been experiencing losing the picture on the tv.  One minute the picture on just a regular directtv channel (not on demand) is there and then it disappears or it reappears.  We have not

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freezing pixels on tv screen

even in clear weather, there is often an occasion where the pixels freeze and causes interruption in the picture. Just like when we have bad weather... what causes this, and what can I do to fix it?

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Pixelation

What causes this? I have no picture, just a garbled mess

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Ad blockers can causes issues with the chat.

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Why does the chat option not work?

Why does the chat option not work!?! It is so frustrating to have the one line of communication that should work, not work!!!   I have rest, unloaded, reloaded and although the option says it will take me to messages, it doesn’t it just freezes.  If I can’t call, could you please ensure

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Pause problematic

Pause on the DirecTV Stream box is very problematic. 1. Pausing more than a couple of minutes causes the box to reset the channel being paused to live with no buffered video. 2.  Pausing multiple times causes the box to switch to the latest app used on the box. 3.  Pausing multiple t

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A/C causes HD box to flash

I had a reputable electrician wire a new system, installing 50-foot long connections through the wall, under the floor and up to the inside of a closet -- from my Vizio TV to an H24-100 box and Blu Ray player. He used Cat5 cable for the line with HDMI ends and beginnings. The lines have worked well

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What causes transponders to lose signal?

The even number transponders keep losing signal. What can I do to fix problem?

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Yes, that's usually what causes this.' Thanks for posting back.

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Scheduled programs not recording with reason: "This episode was canceled because of a programming update (13)"

Sometimes scheduled programs do not record and when I check recording history I see the message "This episode was canceled because of a programming update (13)." What is the workaround for this. I would think that any sort of system or schedule upgrade would first check for in-progress or scheduled

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