An Explanation of the 10 Items Above

[clock911]

Hi all

I am very new at all the Dishnet hardware and software, and unfortunately I cannot find where I can learn more about ALL of this technology.

This is where I am asking for your help. Is there someone out there who could provide an explanation of all the different pictures listed at the top of this webpage? Basically, what do they do? And, in what situation would one solution be better than others?

I am sure this would go a long way--maybe even post this as a sticky.

Please allow me to use myself to provide a basic scenario. I know about Free-To-Air boxes (boxes that pick up tv signals that can be programmed to receive not only NBC and CBS, etc..., but also Dish Programming) and Keys (unlock the signals and the channels appear with Free-To-Air). But, I want something better. My Dish receiver is an HDTV model with NO card (seems impossible but there is none in the slot). I would like to get everything...but I am not sure what would be best.

Looking for a hero,
clock

[lefty]

Left to right:

Item 1 is an unlocker. When a tester first gets the DN card, it cannot be 'tested' until they are unlocked. This device unlocks them (within limits) by running scripts that 'glitch' into the card and install special instructions.

Item 2 is a wafer card that an embedded chip (the BGA chip removed from a reciever) can be mounted on and used just like a regular DN plastic card.

Item 3 is a Dishnetwork card (aka plastic).

Item 4 is a Model 311 IRD (satellite reciever) This IRD has the chip embedded. (AKA cardless).

Item 5 is a wafer interface device so the cardless recievers can be manipulated (as in testing). It merely extends the card contacts out of the IRD so it can be inserted into an unlocker or programmer.

Item 6 is an IRD with dual tuners (PIP if your TV supports it, watch one channel, record another). It is also a Personal video recorder.

Item 7 is an HDTV IRD with an open embedded card included.

Item 8 is the ad for Private Code Blocker support and sales. There are public and private code blocking software files. It prevents DN from locking the card again wheninserted into a reciever that is 'in the stream'.

Item 9 is an IRD that is a Personal Video Recorder. No HD here though.

Item 10 is the device (ISO programmer that is needed to manipulate the card when it is 'open for testing').

Hope that helps.

If you have an IRD that is HD and no card, it's a sure bet that it has an embedded chip. What model number is it?

[fubr]

under all that is some pictures (smaller ones) Click those to go to the how to and guides site, www.bellexprerss.vu (http://www.bellexprerss.vu) for some good reading to get you started off also.
And this may help understand also http://www.dssftp.com/forum/showthread.php?t=63442&highlight=flow+chart

I think lefty gets this months prize for effort :)

[lefty]

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[clock911]

Lefty--

You are awesome! Thanks for your response--so fast.

I have exactly the model above the DP811. I didn't know that until you asked (and described) so now I am feeling good. This must explain why there is no card.

What would be the best solution? Would it make sense to buy the DP811 shown above, or use the one I have and "unlock" it somehow?

Thanks a ton!

[benleo]

Lefty--

You are awesome! Thanks for your response--so fast.

I have exactly the model above the DP811. I didn't know that until you asked (and described) so now I am feeling good. This must explain why there is no card.

What would be the best solution? Would it make sense to buy the DP811 shown above, or use the one I have and "unlock" it somehow?

Thanks a ton!

If your 811 has been in the stream recently, it is most likely at a revision that can NOT be unlocked. Unlocking the cardless is difficult unless you have the special skills to do it. You might consider the 6000 HD model that does have a card and ( if it becomes necessary ) can be J Tagged.

[lefty]

What would be the best solution? Would it make sense to buy the DP811 shown above, or use the one I have and "unlock" it somehow?


Benleo is right. The rev is the key.

Since I haven't done my 811 yet (it's one that can be opened, though), so I'd be spouting stuff I am not familiar with.

People are on many different levels mainly because the DN receiver family is so varied.

I started with the 301.013, then went to the 501 and later the 510. I've had Magic Cards, AVRX, Atmega and now own some cheap plastic. (I even got sucked into the Armulator deal right before that door got closed).

Of course I was tinkling on Dave before this.

Anyway, what route you take is really up to you. We were all there once. It's very difficult to recommend to someone, but I'll try.

I'd go with the already modded 510, the open 102 card and an iso programmer setup. A glitcher is nice to have but not needed unless you lock yourdelf out of your card. A blocker of some type is essential.

[denis]

Help! we need dish keys for 2500A pansat-nothing is coming in-

[benleo]

Benleo is right. The rev is the key.

Since I haven't done my 811 yet (it's one that can be opened, though), so I'd be spouting stuff I am not familiar with.


I'd go with the already modded 510, the open 102 card and an iso programmer setup. A glitcher is nice to have but not needed unless you lock yourdelf out of your card. A blocker of some type is essential.

If he has an 811, then he must want one for HDTV. The 510 is not HDTV ready.