Coax or Cat5

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@aviewer wrote:
JefferMC - That caught my eye, too. I googled it & the Pace web site does tout it as a feature -

DVR functions are supported utilizing a 500GB, 2.5” field-removable hard drive. By allowing for quick technician removal of the hard disk, operators can reduce service costs and simplify logistics when servicing customer returns. In addition, the IPH8005 offers quiet operation and a low-temperature, fanless design.

http://www.pace.com/americas/products/set-top-box/iptv/iph8005/

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"when servicing customer returns" i.e. during testing/refurbishment.  "Field-removeable" meaning in the operator's facility as opposed to PACE's.

How much would it cost to add a wired receiver to our existing Service? U200 tv with 1 DVR. I38HG RG. Current DVR is connected by ATT installed ethernet cable.

 If a tech came would I be charged for a tech vist of $99 and $54 wire charge to extend an existing ethernet cable run to the TV? Is there an activation fee for the additional receiver? If I extended the ethernet cable myself, can a receiver be shipped to me and I connect it myself? Still an activation fee if I can connect it myself?

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@my thoughts wrote:
No self install option on adding hardwired receiver.... tech service call to add equipment $99.

To save money and time.... no waiting for appointment plus any wiring time if needed.... the wireless receiver. At $49 one time fee half cost of tech visit, direct shipped means no need to waiting appointment needed. And the wireless receiver does have an ethernet port if want to hardline yourself and not use wireless access point.

win...win.

Thanks my thoughts. I hadn't thought about wiring the wireless receiver. Do I still pay a monthly fee for the wireless receiver after the $49 one time fee?

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Yes, it's still an additional receiver. 😉

Chris

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Ethernet: yes, it's okay.

Thanks.

Another question. I am going to extend the existing ethernet cable (that is connected to the RG) by using a coupler between two ethernet cables to connect to an apple TV. Will any cat 5 cable  be ok to use? Any specs I should look for?

browndk26 - Get a new cable here - monoprice.com - that is long enough that you do not need a coupler.

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@my thoughts wrote:

If purchase a coupler, need 'A' standard or straight thru, not 'B' crossover coupler unless of course purchase a crossover patch cable and need to go back to straight without purchasing a straight patch cable.

 

Crossover patch cable generally used in bypassing a switch or router for testing.

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Most switches and routers these days automatically detect the transmit/recieve pair and don't require a particular cable or switch position (a feature called "Auto MDI-X".  Are you saying that at least some RG models don't do this auto detection?  This would explain a problem a user had connecting his PS3 to an RG.