Only news is that it's getting tiring seeing "Any News Yet?" several times a day. If you read back like you said, you would see no mention of new bins.

Be patient or consider moving to a new receiver.

Originally posted by harlechpr:

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Hey guys just wondering if there is any news. After reading back a few posts I see nothing is new. Except Bill needs more ancors, if we all send the box to bill it will sink the boat!!LOL.

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If we all did he could be like the Titanic, bill will still be playing his violin as the boat sinks.

Hey guys. Hows it goin? I have a question about the "Dongle". I read that it is like the nfu***n and that it needs to be hooked to the internet. Does it not still need a bin that it gets from the web, or is it like a mini computer that cracks the code by itself? If the cs 4,5,6K do get this dongle will it not still need the code to be craked? Just wondering. Sorry that was more than one question:)

any for coolsat 5000??

Originally posted by CJC76:

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Hey guys. Hows it goin? I have a question about the "Dongle". I read that it is like the nfu***n and that it needs to be hooked to the internet. Does it not still need a bin that it gets from the web, or is it like a mini computer that cracks the code by itself? If the cs 4,5,6K do get this dongle will it not still need the code to be craked? Just wondering. Sorry that was more than one question:)

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Dongle is seperate hardware you put between the cs5k and the Internet Connection and it requires a Dongle bin then uses an IKS type system to update similar in concept to nF******

Originally posted by Blnkstare:

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Originally posted by CJC76:

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Hey guys. Hows it goin? I have a question about the "Dongle". I read that it is like the nfu***n and that it needs to be hooked to the internet. Does it not still need a bin that it gets from the web, or is it like a mini computer that cracks the code by itself? If the cs 4,5,6K do get this dongle will it not still need the code to be craked? Just wondering. Sorry that was more than one question:)

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Dongle is seperate hardware you put between the cs5k and the Internet Connection and it requires a Dongle bin then uses an IKS type system to update similar in concept to nF******

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So the cs coders will no longer be needed? If thats the case maybe i will hang on to this receiver for a while:)

Originally posted by CJC76:

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Originally posted by Blnkstare:

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Originally posted by CJC76:

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Hey guys. Hows it goin? I have a question about the "Dongle". I read that it is like the nfu***n and that it needs to be hooked to the internet. Does it not still need a bin that it gets from the web, or is it like a mini computer that cracks the code by itself? If the cs 4,5,6K do get this dongle will it not still need the code to be craked? Just wondering. Sorry that was more than one question:)

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Dongle is seperate hardware you put between the cs5k and the Internet Connection and it requires a Dongle bin then uses an IKS type system to update similar in concept to nF******

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That is correct.
So the cs coders will no longer be needed? If thats the case maybe i will hang on to this receiver for a while:)

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Hey Blank. Thanks for the info. I was just reading in the CS 6100 thread that Breck set up the Dongle on his 6100 but there are a few bugs to be worked out. Is there any news or rumors about the dongle for the CS 4,5,6K yet.

Originally posted by CJC76:

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Hey Blank. Thanks for the info. I was just reading in the CS 6100 thread that Breck set up the Dongle on his 6100 but there are a few bugs to be worked out. Is there any news or rumors about the dongle for the CS 4,5,6K yet.

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The Dongle itself is avaiable but i am unsure if the supported bins are out yet...LOL check on bindepot if they are out they are there. The cost is 90.00 for that you can buy a VS lite and be mostly up, your choice.

Originally posted by Blnkstare:

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Originally posted by CJC76:

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Hey Blank. Thanks for the info. I was just reading in the CS 6100 thread that Breck set up the Dongle on his 6100 but there are a few bugs to be worked out. Is there any news or rumors about the dongle for the CS 4,5,6K yet.

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The Dongle itself is avaiable but i am unsure if the supported bins are out yet...LOL check on bindepot if they are out they are there. The cost is 90.00 for that you can buy a VS lite and be mostly up, your choice.

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That is something to think about. I am gonna head over to bindepot and read up on the vs. Thanks buddy. Talk with ya later:)

Originally posted by CJC76:

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Originally posted by Blnkstare:

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Originally posted by CJC76:

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Hey guys. Hows it goin? I have a question about the "Dongle". I read that it is like the nfu***n and that it needs to be hooked to the internet. Does it not still need a bin that it gets from the web, or is it like a mini computer that cracks the code by itself? If the cs 4,5,6K do get this dongle will it not still need the code to be craked? Just wondering. Sorry that was more than one question:)

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Dongle is seperate hardware you put between the cs5k and the Internet Connection and it requires a Dongle bin then uses an IKS type system to update similar in concept to nF******

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So the cs coders will no longer be needed? If thats the case maybe i will hang on to this receiver for a while:)

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I think coders are needed to update the IKS servers, but needed less.
They will also be releasing update bins for dongle users later on.
Mostly things to improve the performance and probably some new menu options.
But with a dongle, it will be alot of less work on our end.

Thank you Breck! for your wisdom......patience is a virtue.

Originally posted by CJC76:

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Originally posted by Blnkstare:

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Originally posted by CJC76:

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Hey Blank. Thanks for the info. I was just reading in the CS 6100 thread that Breck set up the Dongle on his 6100 but there are a few bugs to be worked out. Is there any news or rumors about the dongle for the CS 4,5,6K yet.

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The Dongle itself is avaiable but i am unsure if the supported bins are out yet...LOL check on bindepot if they are out they are there. The cost is 90.00 for that you can buy a VS lite and be mostly up, your choice.

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That is something to think about. I am gonna head over to bindepot and read up on the vs. Thanks buddy. Talk with ya later:)

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I had the dongle hooked up and all the channels were good except a bit of freezing on the XXX channels.

The true test will be when the next ECM change comes and we can see if it stays up. I have it disconnected right now and put it back upstairs, but when the next ECM hit comes, I am going to bring it downstair and set it up to see if it works well.

I have been reading all of your wisdom since August and appreciate the knowledge you have. I have had a cs5000 for about 6 months and the picture quality is outstanding. I added a second one and the only difference was the channel numbers but the quality of the picture was equal. Like everyone else it is too long a wait for bins. Does the Viewsat Ultra have the picture quality of the cs5000?
Thanks in advance.

Originally posted by csstone:

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I have been reading all of your wisdom since August and appreciate the knowledge you have. I have had a cs5000 for about 6 months and the picture quality is outstanding. I added a second one and the only difference was the channel numbers but the quality of the picture was equal. Like everyone else it is too long a wait for bins. Does the Viewsat Ultra have the picture quality of the cs5000?
Thanks in advance.

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I have not seen the picture quality of the cs5, but I do have a vs ultra. The picture is very good. I use it when I'm home on a plasma, it's better that cable. Very easy to set up and has fixes very fast.

I am running out of 2 cents, but here is another. Just mine.

Originally posted by bill038:

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Originally posted by csstone:

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I have been reading all of your wisdom since August and appreciate the knowledge you have. I have had a cs5000 for about 6 months and the picture quality is outstanding. I added a second one and the only difference was the channel numbers but the quality of the picture was equal. Like everyone else it is too long a wait for bins. Does the Viewsat Ultra have the picture quality of the cs5000?
Thanks in advance.

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I have not seen the picture quality of the cs5, but I do have a vs ultra. The picture is very good. I use it when I'm home on a plasma, it's better that cable. Very easy to set up and has fixes very fast.

I am running out of 2 cents, but here is another. Just mine.

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Jerry or Bill have you ever seen the picture quality of the VS lite? Looking to test a diff stb. Any thoughts?

is the viewsat ultra is a good receiver

Originally posted by Blnkstare:

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Originally posted by bill038:

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Originally posted by csstone:

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I have been reading all of your wisdom since August and appreciate the knowledge you have. I have had a cs5000 for about 6 months and the picture quality is outstanding. I added a second one and the only difference was the channel numbers but the quality of the picture was equal. Like everyone else it is too long a wait for bins. Does the Viewsat Ultra have the picture quality of the cs5000?
Thanks in advance.

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I have not seen the picture quality of the cs5, but I do have a vs ultra. The picture is very good. I use it when I'm home on a plasma, it's better that cable. Very easy to set up and has fixes very fast.

I am running out of 2 cents, but here is another. Just mine.

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Jerry or Bill have you ever seen the picture quality of the VS lite? Looking to test a diff stb. Any thoughts?

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The lite is suppose to be a Platinum version with less extra features (missing things like the card slot). I have the Platinum and picture quality is excellent so if the main part of the receiver is still like the Platinum I would guess the picture would be good. I was going to buy a LITE but I'm waiting to see what happens with FULL NAG 3.

Jerry

Originally posted by Jerry746:

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Originally posted by Blnkstare:

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Originally posted by bill038:

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Originally posted by csstone:

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I have been reading all of your wisdom since August and appreciate the knowledge you have. I have had a cs5000 for about 6 months and the picture quality is outstanding. I added a second one and the only difference was the channel numbers but the quality of the picture was equal. Like everyone else it is too long a wait for bins. Does the Viewsat Ultra have the picture quality of the cs5000?
Thanks in advance.

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I have not seen the picture quality of the cs5, but I do have a vs ultra. The picture is very good. I use it when I'm home on a plasma, it's better that cable. Very easy to set up and has fixes very fast.

I am running out of 2 cents, but here is another. Just mine.

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Jerry or Bill have you ever seen the picture quality of the VS lite? Looking to test a diff stb. Any thoughts?

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The lite is suppose to be a Platinum version with less extra features (missing things like the card slot). I have the Platinum and picture quality is excellent so if the main part of the receiver is still like the Platinum I would guess the picture would be good. I was going to buy a LITE but I'm waiting to see what happens with FULL NAG 3.

Jerry

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Jerry, If I change to Viewsat from Coolsat do I still have to move my dish around or do they have the same settings for the coolsat?

so is the viewsat ultra a good receiver

Originally posted by Jerry746:

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Originally posted by Blnkstare:

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Originally posted by bill038:

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Originally posted by csstone:

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I have been reading all of your wisdom since August and appreciate the knowledge you have. I have had a cs5000 for about 6 months and the picture quality is outstanding. I added a second one and the only difference was the channel numbers but the quality of the picture was equal. Like everyone else it is too long a wait for bins. Does the Viewsat Ultra have the picture quality of the cs5000?
Thanks in advance.

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I have not seen the picture quality of the cs5, but I do have a vs ultra. The picture is very good. I use it when I'm home on a plasma, it's better that cable. Very easy to set up and has fixes very fast.

I am running out of 2 cents, but here is another. Just mine.

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Jerry or Bill have you ever seen the picture quality of the VS lite? Looking to test a diff stb. Any thoughts?

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The lite is suppose to be a Platinum version with less extra features (missing things like the card slot). I have the Platinum and picture quality is excellent so if the main part of the receiver is still like the Platinum I would guess the picture would be good. I was going to buy a LITE but I'm waiting to see what happens with FULL NAG 3.

Jerry

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Thanks i was interested in picture quality and not so much features as i would use it in my computer room/library. The CS i was going to use as a birdog...LOL


Nag3 by years end, may not wait i have seen vs lite for 89.00

Originally posted by smurf1277:

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so is the viewsat ultra a good receiver

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Thats a very good one but will not spend 200 with n3 due out.

Originally posted by wuwee5:

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Originally posted by Jerry746:

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Originally posted by Blnkstare:

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Originally posted by bill038:

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Originally posted by csstone:

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I have been reading all of your wisdom since August and appreciate the knowledge you have. I have had a cs5000 for about 6 months and the picture quality is outstanding. I added a second one and the only difference was the channel numbers but the quality of the picture was equal. Like everyone else it is too long a wait for bins. Does the Viewsat Ultra have the picture quality of the cs5000?
Thanks in advance.

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I have not seen the picture quality of the cs5, but I do have a vs ultra. The picture is very good. I use it when I'm home on a plasma, it's better that cable. Very easy to set up and has fixes very fast.

I am running out of 2 cents, but here is another. Just mine.

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Jerry or Bill have you ever seen the picture quality of the VS lite? Looking to test a diff stb. Any thoughts?

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The lite is suppose to be a Platinum version with less extra features (missing things like the card slot). I have the Platinum and picture quality is excellent so if the main part of the receiver is still like the Platinum I would guess the picture would be good. I was going to buy a LITE but I'm waiting to see what happens with FULL NAG 3.

Jerry

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Jerry, If I change to Viewsat from Coolsat do I still have to move my dish around or do they have the same settings for the coolsat?

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Jerry might be busy but when you change stbs, usually you have to do nothing, some tuners are weaker and you might just have to "tweak" Azimuth east/west until you get your best signal, just ensure you copy down your settings on CS to easily transfer over.

I found one for 90 bucks! how do i know if it's a clone? just a thought...Will I have to change my dish settings if I switch from CS to VS?