Is Digital Cable worth getting yet? I was about to get DirecTV installed, but it looks like I won't be able to. So if i want to get the Sports subscriptions...
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edbo11703
Nov 3, 2001 10:14 pm
... ==================================================================== Just joined the group.... Cant wait to read the messages! I also have a lot to say...
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edbo11703
Nov 3, 2001 10:30 pm
Here is my take on the new Io service: I have been installed for about a month now and the service is so-so! TV Set: Sony 36" XBR 400 with DRC (Digital...
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David
geek_nj
Nov 3, 2001 10:51 pm
1 thing to consider, besides what comments you have read here and the in-depth post from "Eddie from North Babylon" is that only the new digital channels are...
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edbo11703
Nov 3, 2001 11:06 pm
Dave and All: I think that eventually this will be a good product in the future. If you were a subscriber to "Optimum On Line" when it was first rolled out a...
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edbo11703
Nov 3, 2001 11:35 pm
Unlike the CFT 2200 analog boxes, I seem to have lost my stereo signal when connected to Io from the coax output on the box to my TV set. I have the RCA plugs...
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David
geek_nj
Nov 4, 2001 1:27 am
I absolutely agree that the service will get all the kinks worked out. If they don't, well, the service will fail miserably. But the original question that was...
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Jim Ribar
jimmacr
Nov 4, 2001 3:27 am
Most TV's, VCR's, Cable Boxes, etc. all use mono modulators, and demodulators for the the coax connection, because the stereo ones cost a lot more then the...
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Kenny M
cript@...
Nov 4, 2001 3:56 am
Yes Eddie I was wondering the same thing myself [mono when coax was directly connected to the TV] , but after reading the manual it stated in order to recieve...
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scottbusy
Nov 4, 2001 2:11 pm
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scottbusy
Nov 4, 2001 2:11 pm
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scottbusy
Nov 4, 2001 2:18 pm
Eddie, I agree with you on one huge problem. That is the constant re- setting of the boxes. I have three boxes and I average about 3 resets a day on each....
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Dave Pfister
dwpfister
Nov 6, 2001 12:36 am
I'm going on 5 weeks tomorrow with iO, and I must say, I am seeing some good improvements here. Service still isn't where it needs to be, but it's obvious...
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Ed Burke
edbo11703
Nov 6, 2001 2:13 am
I agree Dave... I like the new screens on the Music channels. I just wish the picture freeze ups would be corrected Took a members advice and disconnected the...
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gs400drvr
Nov 6, 2001 4:15 am
What's the deal with NBA.com TV on Channel 430? When I had digital cable up in CT with Comcast, it was included with the premium channels regardless of...
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cablevision_digital@y...
Nov 6, 2001 8:16 am
The following cablevision_digital poll is now closed. Here are the final results: POLL QUESTION: I think the article on TheStreet.com treats Cablevision: ...
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yazbleeth
Nov 6, 2001 7:55 pm
I was wondering when the VOD menu change. They still have the October menu up....
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Wilt Hildenbrand
wilth2001
Nov 6, 2001 8:12 pm
Sorry, I don't follow. ... From: yazbleeth@... [mailto:yazbleeth@...] Sent: Tuesday, November 06, 2001 2:55 PM To:...
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Ed Burke
edbo11703
Nov 6, 2001 11:36 pm
Video on Demand or VOD is a feature of the iO service. Cablevision was thought to change theVOD offerings on a monthly basis. Ed ... From: Wilt Hildenbrand To:...
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heyyoeddie
Nov 7, 2001 1:17 am
The audio is noticeably worse on MSG channels 680-685 then it is when the game is on MSG/Metro (15 or 16). I hope this is something that gets fixed soon......
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Rick Spanbauer
rspanbauer
Nov 7, 2001 1:19 pm
I let the iO product people know about this problem, they've added it to their list of problems to be looked at. Rick ... From: HeyYoEddie@......
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scottbusy
Nov 7, 2001 2:39 pm
I have had the iO service for about 5 weeks now. My observations are as follows: The sound has really improved. I do see better sound quality on digital...
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Ed Burke
edbo11703
Nov 8, 2001 12:39 am
Scott and Other iO subscribers: This is very important if you want to restore the stereo sound and improve the picture quality of your iO system: Do not use...
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coachgns
Nov 8, 2001 1:12 am
Eddie, I am getting my iO installed thiis weekend, but I would much rather be going on a Cruise. There is nothing better! Bon Voyage ... improve ... ...
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David
geek_nj
Nov 8, 2001 1:13 am
... Why not just leave the back door unlocked and we'll check on your picture and sound while you're away. We'll clean up before we leave! Enjoy your vacation!...
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local94engineer
Nov 8, 2001 1:28 pm
After all the hoopla with TV adds to stay with what you know; check out todays Newsday in the business section. Dolan clearly admits to loosing subscribers to...
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scottbusy
Nov 8, 2001 1:47 pm
Hi Ed, Thanks for the help, but I already have two of my sets on S-Video cable hookups and A/V wires. I have a new Sony KD-34XBR2 HDTV, and the sound is...
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cooljust5
Nov 9, 2001 4:04 am
Finally Tivo has updated the IR codes for the Digital Sony Box. So now all is well with me. Thank god! I think i can finally start to truly enjoy digital...
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Wilt Hildenbrand
wilth2001
Nov 9, 2001 4:07 am
Glad to hear it. After hearing from you all we pushed on to getting this resolved. Working to get Replay the same way. Remember, make sure the box is on and...
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coachgns
Nov 9, 2001 2:01 pm
Was about to buy Replay or TiVO to go with my Digital box. I guess then that Replay does not work with the Box? Maybe I'll wait - or go to TiVO. Is TiVO...
