mystery channels
went to watch bluejays game last night. It was on channel 333 & was told I wasn't subscribed?? channel 334 is the same way & I couldn't find any info on either one?? I also have 2 630's & 2...
View Article830 box and Philips TVs issues
Has anyone had the issue with the 'new' Arris 830 boxes and a Philips TV where you have to reboot the box every time you want to watch TV? New 830 box since Shaw is changing and to watch TV we have to...
View ArticleI want my old 600 service back!
Since we have upgraded to the 800 series boxes I am having nothing but one problem after another! First we had an issue with one TV, a Philips that wouldn't display properly unless you reboot the box...
View ArticleTough installation - Location - Help PLease
Folks, I'm contemplating ShawDirect for a tough location at a Cabin on Paul Lake (think close to a Mountain) near Kamloops, B.C. I want to take as much risk out of the setup so I won't end up with...
View ArticleShaw Direct Remote Control Discussions.
SD HD 600 receiver - 32" Samsung lcd 450 tv Its a new receiver & new tv so I'm in the process of getting everything setup & so far, so good.....the 600 remote "talks" to the tv; both the mute...
View ArticleSpeculation on when Rogers will transition away from Shaw Direct brand
Given how many customers Rogers is going to acquire with both Shaw Cable and Shaw Direct, curious what peoples speculation is on how long it will take for Rogers to transition away from Shaw Branding....
View ArticleEcb/no issues on TSN
Hi all, Looking for some ideas on how to fix this… No other issues on any other channels (that I’ve noticed, anyway) other than the TSN channels. I have strong signals (98) on both my tuners. When I...
View ArticleShaw Direct Satellite Installation Discussions - See Post 1
Hi i just moved to a new town..hay river,NT and just bought a starchoice dsr319 receiver, there already was a starchoice dish at my apartment in a highrise, i am having problems getting any signals,...
View ArticleChannel 299 Guide
Why doesn't channel 299 appear in the guide on deactivated receivers? They have guide information for free preview, PPV, and several other channels that cannot be decoded, but nothing for the one...
View Article“Please Rotate Your Device” advert - is anyone else sick of this already?
I’m generally fine with websites needing to make $$ from ads, but this one is unbelievably annoying. Is it just me that’s seeing the “rotate” ad, or is everyone else as well?
View ArticleSetting up dish camping
Hello help! I have a DSR319RTC digital box with a LTSS subscription. I also purchased a tripod with a used round Starchoice dish. I've hooked the box and LNB directly using RG6 coaxial. Now the tough...
View ArticleShaw Direct Ignite TV App discussion (BlueCurve)
Free Range TV in US? I didn't find anything in the forums or in the Shaw Direct or Shaw cable FAQ. I'm wondering if I can use the Free Range TV app outside of Canada. I travel to the US often, and...
View ArticleShawdirect/Rogers - Changes
Rumor has it Rogers will announce tomorrow that dealers for Shawdirect will no longer be able to sell the products as Rogers is a Rental only company. Dealers will be allowed to sell off their existing...
View ArticleHow to CHAT to Shaw Direct?
How do I CHAT or MESSAGE to Shaw Direct Satellite. I cannot find a chat symbol on their website
View ArticleShaw Direct HDDSR 605 Owners Discussion Thread
This discussion thread is for owners to discuss the new Shaw Direct HDDSR 605 when it becomes available on November 1st. Please post your thoughts and your feedback on this unit once you have it up and...
View ArticleShaw Direct HDPVR 630 Owners Discussion Thread
This discussion thread is for owners to discuss the new Shaw Direct HDPVR 630 when it becomes available on September 1st. Please post your thoughts and your feedback on this unit once you have it up...
View ArticleShaw Direct VOD error code and what to do about it?
I started watching a title and I had trouble with buffering so I hard wired the receiver and tried to continue to watch but I am getting error 22046 which means there system thinks I am already...
View Articlereceiver refresh from receiver
I know this is a longshot and I have never read about such a thing but, I thought I'd ask anyway. Is it possible to send a receiver refresh request from the receiver? I have had to do a factory reboot...
View ArticleContact with Shaw
Is there an email address or text message number to contact Shaw as I want to de-register some old receivers to pass on to someone else.
View ArticleReceiver has lost satellite signal on some channels
Every once in a while I receive the message that the receiver has lost satelite signal on some channels. I counted them, in my case it's 35 channels including all of the Sportsnet channels, 301-308...
View ArticleWinegard Trav'ler SK-7003 update for Shaw?
After using Telus satellite for years with a tripod mounted dish we recently bought a newer trailer that came with a trav'ler on the roof, pretty cool to have. I understand Shaw has changed up their...
View ArticleShaw direct update version 74.16
Just received last night on one of my receiver (800)a uptdate from shaw 74.16 Anyone else receive this ? Nothing on shaw web page
View ArticleStreaming vs. DVR vs. Live - have your viewing habits changed?
Now that so many channels are available from a Shaw Direct account via streaming from the channels directly (CTV, CBC, City, Crave etc.) have your viewing habits changed? I've always been a staunch DVR...
View ArticleShaw Direct Complaint, Rant, Leaving SD Thread
This thread is for frustrated members to air their beefs and grievances over Shaw Direct. If you have a technical problem that needs solving, please check out other threads, as this one is just for...
View ArticleMovie TV ch 493 problems
I recorded The Darkest Hour 4 times to try to watch it today on Remembrance Day. Each time it was blocky and pixelated. Eventually out of the 4 recordings, we managed to watch the whole movie - some...
View ArticleShaw Direct Channel Discussion Thread
This thread will be for rumours, channel deletions and complaining about any channel not offered by Shaw Direct, or not functioning properly. Actual confirmed new channel announcements and channel...
View ArticleShaw Direct In Areas South of Canada (Mexico, US, etc) Read Post 1
Edit by 57: The following post has important channel information for 2019. https://www.digitalhome.ca/forum/11...ico-us-etc-read-post-1-a-102.html#post3076793 Why is SD being limited in areas south of...
View ArticleConnecting new 800 receiver to older analog tv
I have a new Shaw Direct receiver . It only has one coax input line and no coax output. My tv is old and only has a single coax hook up on it. No RCA or HDMI either. Is it still possible to connect...
View ArticleShaw Direct (Rogers Direct?) AC3 to AAC Audio
Hi Folks, Now that the migration to have everything on G1 is started, and the audio all moves from AC3 to AAC Audio; I'm wondering how it's working for those who integrate it into their Stereo / Home...
View ArticleOptions List for 8xx Receivers
Hi Team, We have just moved to the 8xx series of receivers due to the pending demise of F2 (by mid 2023?). Can you advise if there is a list of Option Codes and their function for those receivers? I...
View Article830 PVR Discussions
This morning I connected my brand-new (not refurbished) 830. I got a 60 Hz slight hum from my TV set after I powered up the 830. I have never had that problem with anything I've connected to the TV. I...
View ArticleShaw Direct to transition from MPEG-4 to HEVC
Shaw Broadcast has put out a bulletin that Anik F2 will reach end of life by the fall of 2025. There is no plan to keep signals operating at 111 so all video signals will be limited to Anik G1 only. To...
View ArticleShaw Direct Programming/Pricing Discussions
EDIT by Dr.Dave: See post 68 for the discussion of Skinny Basic (Limited TV.) I have Digital Favourite pac + Movies package. That's a wack of $ / month and not justified since we have changed our...
View ArticleShaw Direct Free Previews Thread
Please use this thread to discuss free previews. Here's an older thread: http://www.digitalhome.ca/forum/showthread.php?t=149844
View Article800 Series Discussions
Yesterday I phoned a tech at SD to get the time changed back as we have NO daylight savings time in our area. I complained having to do this every 6 months and couldn't they set something up? He said...
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