1.6.1 FIX

[TheSanchez]

1. I am having problems with HD channels where they breakup, sound drops, and eventually says "Channel Unavaiable." I have read that this problem is caused by any of a host of things including HDMI cables, loose connections, and firmware. Are we saying that the 1.6.1 fix is expected to fix my issue. Also, does it address a problem with HDMI connections or is the Channel Unavaiable problem come from something else.  No the problem your thinking of is the currently unavailable bug on a 7xxx series stb.  If you were to call in to me in support and tell me the first line of this I immediatly think signal.  Call support. 

2. I live in Long Beach Caifornia, which about 35 miles from Pomona. I am serviced by VHO3 Pomona, CA? Yes

3. Right now I have pretty much lost Sci-fi HD, USA HD, and a few other channels. Is there any point in calling customer service? Can they do anything for the 6 weeks I have to wait for the update? After normal troubleshooting(if not done already) I feel a tech should be sent out for this.  The 7xxx series bug is an immediate currently unavailable message...your symptoms are a progressive deterioration.  Please cal 1-888-553-1555 and yell agent a few times at the robot. 

[NickYS]

Thank you for the response. I will try all the fixes I have read about again just to be sure.

BTW The channels are dropping out on two TV's, one TV is using the HD-DVR, and the other is using a HD-Reciver only. Does that help narrow the problem down to a signal problem that will require a service tech?

Thanks again for the quick reply, I am dreading calling support because it always seems to make me mad. 🙂 So having a place like this to get some info before hand is great.

[zooky]

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 Please cal 1-888-553-1555 and yell agent a few times at the robot. 

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Different subject: The Robot  I had a stroke which mangled my vocal chords.  As a resul, the "robot" can't understand what I'm saying.  This makes for a truly exasperating call trying to reach Tech Support, etc.  Anyway to "avoid" the robot?

[matcarl]

It was just reported that 1.6.1 has been delayed due to the audio problems in OR & WA

[TimSykes]

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@zooky wrote:

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 Please cal 1-888-553-1555 and yell agent a few times at the robot. 

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Different subject: The Robot  I had a stroke which mangled my vocal chords.  As a resul, the "robot" can't understand what I'm saying.  This makes for a truly exasperating call trying to reach Tech Support, etc.  Anyway to "avoid" the robot?

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Most can be bypassed if you dont say anything. 

[TimSykes]

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@matcarl wrote:
It was just reported that 1.6.1 has been delayed due to the audio problems in OR & WA

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That sucks, but also good. I want to my Streaming HD fixed, but its nicethat they are going to fix it before they roll out to everyone. 

[nascar]

Hopefully it won't take long and we will get some new roll out dates soon.

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@matcarl wrote:
It was just reported that 1.6.1 has been delayed due to the audio problems in OR & WA

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[zooky]

I'm coming over from Direct TV (next Mon).  They have what is called "Cutting Edge" releases which are Beta in nature - as such you takes your chances, if it's broke don't yell at them (you can always re-install the released product).  As such, you're a testor (don't you dare get teste with them - OR ELSE).  Anything like that available from Verizon?

[matcarl]

Unfortunately no, you get what you get, bugs and all and have to wait until it's fixed, no turning back to a previous release.

[nascar]

This would be a nice addition for those that want to try the cutting edge software before release.  I'd be interested for sure.  As long as their was a way to get the current production release anytime I wanted.

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@zooky wrote:
I'm coming over from Direct TV (next Mon).  They have what is called "Cutting Edge" releases which are Beta in nature - as such you takes your chances, if it's broke don't yell at them (you can always re-install the released product).  As such, you're a testor (don't you dare get teste with them - OR ELSE).  Anything like that available from Verizon?

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