[Equip] Noise on DVR
I have a PC PX013ANM DVR that seems to be making noise that I didn't notice before. How does one tell when noise is too much and could cause problems. I realize it has a spinning hard drive and fan so...
View Article[HD] Get Ready for "Ultra-HDTV"
While Comcast is still charging us an "HD Technology" fee, it looks like DirecTV is already planning for "Ultra-HDTV": DirecTV planning for Ultra HDTV Advanced Television - March 15, 2012...
View ArticleNew HD channels in Chicago area
Found two new HD channels in the Chicago area today, or at least the NW suburbs: 225 = Sportsman Channel HD 330 = Outdoor Channel HD
View Article[Comcast Equip] Rack Mountable X1
Hi everyone! Curious if anyone has interest in a rack mounted X1 DVR. It is an Arris XG1v1 in a rack mountable enclosure, as seen in this screenshot. Right now they are only available for custom home...
View Article[X1-X2] Viewing Channels Outside of Home
Ok - I'm sure there is a reason - but WHY can you only view some channels while you're at home on your own wi-fi? I really wanted to watch the Philly / DC soccer match right now on UniMas, but of...
View Article[Cust Svc] Says waiting for activation.
My account is kind of screwed up would like a number that I can get a person that English is their first language. Have tried for 2 hours, 9 calls no luck so far. I had to swap out my DVR yesterday...
View ArticleNo audio on 1 different box, certain channels Chicago Suburbs
Live in West Chicago Suburbs. I have 1 box that is not getting audio on certain channels. For example, NBC which is channel 5 Regular and 188 HD. This box is different (newer) than all other boxes in...
View Article[Video] MPEG-4
Any news on when Comcast will using MPEG-4 video? And does anyone know if Atlanta customers are currently using? Will Comcast add more HD channels when available in Freedom Region when this active? See...
View Article[Comcast Equip] Any plans for a companion box with audio outputs
Any plans for a companion box with audio outputs? Split to new topic from this -> https://www.dslreports.com/forum/r30768879-Any-plans-for-a-companion-box-with-audio-outputs uid://455626
View Article[X1-X2] X1 boxes
i hear alot of different things here,if a person has 3 X1 (non-dvr) boxes in their house those boxes work independently, a friend of mine has this setup.X1 dvr boxes need to be pooled together.this is...
View Article[Connection] No CSN or CSN+ off McHenry, IL Headend
I can't tune in CSN+ or CSN HD on Comcast, coming off the McHenry, IL headend. Anyone else having issues with those channels? Add your location please. Have a report that Sterling, IL is also down....
View ArticleXfinity TV App and ChromeCast
I was able to bring up my local tv stations on my phone via the Xfinity TV app, then using ChromeCast cast it to my tv, up until yesterday. I can still watch any channel on my phone via the app, but as...
View Article[Cust Svc] Some tech's just arn't too sharp.
Had a a problem with loosing many of the HD channels whenever it would rain and a day or so after. So I called Comcast for a service visit. I told the tech that I suspected a cable problem since it was...
View Article[Price] What is the $9.95 HD fee?
Yesterday I signed up online for Comcast Internet pro plus with HBO. After not receiving my follow up confirmation email or phone call, I called customer service sales - who had no record of the order...
View Article[TiVo] TiVo access to XFINITY On Demand
Signed up for e-mail alerts and got a notice this morning that Tivo access to Xfinity Ondemand has hit Colorado: TiVo Premiere DVRs work with Comcast in all regions and now have access to XFINITY On...
View Article[Comcast Equip] New to X1 TV DVR Issues
I recently got X1 TV have had Comcast internet for years, but had DirecTV for TV. I have six TVs, two Pace DVRs(blue ring light), four XiD or XG2 (greenish-blue light running up-down front right side...
View Article[Comcast Equip] What is the limit on number of blocked programs?
Does anyone know the numerical limit on the number of titles that can be locked on the STBs, please ? I've apparently reached the max according to the notice on the screen. Also, does the number of...
View Article[X1-X2] A new level of ugliness on the X1 program guide
Just the last few days - Comcast is inserting a line of advertising "Be sure to watch " in between rows on the X1 box. Not between every row, but every 8-10 rows. Obnoxious.
View Article[Comcast Equip] Comcast Central NJ Current Equipment Update
Doing my usual 2 year check in to see whether its worth switching back to Comcast. Have switched back and forth from Comcast to Fios in central NJ (Monmouth) whenever my contract is up - always...
View Article[Equip] Comcast / Xfinity 1080i 1080p 4K service
If you are wondering why you cannot see anything in full 1080p on your nice modern flat screen tv, then here is part of the reason. The Florida Executive Customer Relations Agent (initials C.H.) who...
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