Directv SD Signal
Traveling cross country, we found out that not all zip codes support Direct TV SD (standard definition). Sometimes we set up the 18 inch satellite at a campground, and can not get local channels (inc...
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CA Traveler wrote:
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I've previously posted that in some areas all locals are transmitted in HD only, one of which is central Oregon. For those areas DTV supplies HD receivers for SD customers. I've wondered if HD viewing is disabled for those customers.
What areas of the country did you find this concern?
BTW I upgraded to HD.
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We could not get SD signals in some areas (zip codes) in Indiana, along rt 80, at several campgrounds.
I have been putting off switching to HD, as I have very good luck setting up our portable dish. Even in a area with a lot of trees.
Also, I think that the HD satellite dish will be harder to set up, for example in areas with trees. instead of getting one signal, I will have to bring in 3 signals.
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