How good is the 1000.2?

[hrxtreme]

I prefer having the 1000.2. 119, 110 and 129 are all strong and kickin' it. I did have to get my 1000.2 LNB replaced though. Works great now tho.

 

[popzezo]

we had hd on 61.5 in my area .. i like it because the signal was 125 v/s 85 on the 129

 

[Hawk88]

If I have dish network and no longer under contract how can I get my 1000 upgraded to a 1000.2? I am having pixilizations and drop outs all the time here lately. It may be line of sight. I think the first installer didnt put the dish in the optimal place, it was like that last year and it went away (I thought with firmware updates), but now it is coming back.

 

[Jim5506]

Try peaking your dish.

 

[RandallA]

If I have dish network and no longer under contract how can I get my 1000 upgraded to a 1000.2? I am having pixilizations and drop outs all the time here lately. It may be line of sight. I think the first installer didnt put the dish in the optimal place, it was like that last year and it went away (I thought with firmware updates), but now it is coming back.

I don't think you'll get a free upgrade to a 1000.2 if you already have a 1000. Your best bet is to buy it.

 

[Hawk88]

About how much will it cost for someone to come out and peak it? Keep in mind, it is on the front of a 2 story house (they will need a big ladder)? Does anyone know of a reputable person in the North East Atlanta, GA area (Gwinnett County)?

 

[Jim5506]

With Dish Home Protection Plan - $29.99, without - $99.99.

 

[Hawk88]

So, just to be clear, it would be better to get the 1000.2 and instal and peak it, rather than repeaking my 1000?

 

[RandallA]

The 1000.2 is bigger than the 1000 and you'll get some improvement on your SS on 129 but don't expect that much. I would just peak the 1000 and see what kind of improvement you get. Ideally you want a second dish for 129.