BringBackFergy Posted January 14, 2019 Posted January 14, 2019 Need help figuring this out. We have Direct TV at our house. We have 4 tv’s set up on it. So we pay for the main Genie box and three mini Genies. The satellite dish is installed on the side of our old garage. The old garage is what I’m currently renovating (insulating, pine t&g walls, heat, etc). My plan is to make it into a shop. I have an extra tv that I want to hang on the wall so I can watch Bills games, hockey etc while I’m out there puttering around. 1) Can I split the Direct TV signal/cable right off the satellite dish and bring it into the garage/shop? 2) Do I have to order another mini Genie to receive the signal and use remote control? 3) Do I have to have a DTV guy come out and do this for me or can I handle it myself? I don’t understand Firestick or Sling or any of that stuff. Dealing with Direct TV here.
The Real Buffalo Joe Posted January 14, 2019 Posted January 14, 2019 (edited) Not too familiar with DirecTV, but I worked for Dish for five years.The Genie doesn't use any sort of coax to a TV, so there really isn't any way to mirror it. A new mini Genie would be the only way. 5 minutes ago, BringBackFergy said: Need help figuring this out. We have Direct TV at our house. We have 4 tv’s set up on it. So we pay for the main Genie box and three mini Genies. The satellite dish is installed on the side of our old garage. The old garage is what I’m currently renovating (insulating, pine t&g walls, heat, etc). My plan is to make it into a shop. I have an extra tv that I want to hang on the wall so I can watch Bills games, hockey etc while I’m out there puttering around. 1) Can I split the Direct TV signal/cable right off the satellite dish and bring it into the garage/shop? 2) Do I have to order another mini Genie to receive the signal and use remote control? 3) Do I have to have a DTV guy come out and do this for me or can I handle it myself? I don’t understand Firestick or Sling or any of that stuff. Dealing with Direct TV here. Edited January 14, 2019 by The Real Buffalo Joe
BringBackFergy Posted January 14, 2019 Author Posted January 14, 2019 2 minutes ago, The Real Buffalo Joe said: Not too familiar with DirecTV, but I worked for Dish for five years.The Genie doesn't use any sort of coax to a TV, so there really isn't any way to mirror it. A new mini Genie would be the only way. That's what I was thinking...wasn't sure if a direct feed off the satellite would give me any kind of reception....but even if it did, I'd have to be able to change channels and without a remote that changes the Genie I'd have nothin'
The Real Buffalo Joe Posted January 14, 2019 Posted January 14, 2019 Just now, BringBackFergy said: That's what I was thinking...wasn't sure if a direct feed off the satellite would give me any kind of reception....but even if it did, I'd have to be able to change channels and without a remote that changes the Genie I'd have nothin' Yeah. And it's not like 20 years ago when you could go to a less than reputable dealer and pay him $100 bucks for a jail-broken smart card and get whatever you wanted.
Gugny Posted January 14, 2019 Posted January 14, 2019 22 minutes ago, BringBackFergy said: Need help figuring this out. We have Direct TV at our house. We have 4 tv’s set up on it. So we pay for the main Genie box and three mini Genies. The satellite dish is installed on the side of our old garage. The old garage is what I’m currently renovating (insulating, pine t&g walls, heat, etc). My plan is to make it into a shop. I have an extra tv that I want to hang on the wall so I can watch Bills games, hockey etc while I’m out there puttering around. You are such a putterer. 1
Cripple Creek Posted January 14, 2019 Posted January 14, 2019 31 minutes ago, BringBackFergy said: Need help figuring this out. We have Direct TV at our house. We have 4 tv’s set up on it. So we pay for the main Genie box and three mini Genies. The satellite dish is installed on the side of our old garage. The old garage is what I’m currently renovating (insulating, pine t&g walls, heat, etc). My plan is to make it into a shop. I have an extra tv that I want to hang on the wall so I can watch Bills games, hockey etc while I’m out there puttering around. 1) Can I split the Direct TV signal/cable right off the satellite dish and bring it into the garage/shop? 2) Do I have to order another mini Genie to receive the signal and use remote control? 3) Do I have to have a DTV guy come out and do this for me or can I handle it myself? I don’t understand Firestick or Sling or any of that stuff. Dealing with Direct TV here. you should eliminate one of the tvs.
SlimShady'sSpaceForce Posted January 14, 2019 Posted January 14, 2019 32 minutes ago, BringBackFergy said: Need help figuring this out. We have Direct TV at our house. We have 4 tv’s set up on it. So we pay for the main Genie box and three mini Genies. The satellite dish is installed on the side of our old garage. The old garage is what I’m currently renovating (insulating, pine t&g walls, heat, etc). My plan is to make it into a shop. I have an extra tv that I want to hang on the wall so I can watch Bills games, hockey etc while I’m out there puttering around. 1) Can I split the Direct TV signal/cable right off the satellite dish and bring it into the garage/shop? 2) Do I have to order another mini Genie to receive the signal and use remote control? 3) Do I have to have a DTV guy come out and do this for me or can I handle it myself? I don’t understand Firestick or Sling or any of that stuff. Dealing with Direct TV here. 1) Get WiFi in the garage. 2) you can watch DTV services from a laptop / computer or mobile device. 3) How many mini remotes are you allowed to run? the Geni s/b Internet driven so run off of WiFi. 1 1
mead107 Posted January 14, 2019 Posted January 14, 2019 Run a cable over from your neighbor. You been bad again? Sleeping in the garage. 3
BuffaloBill Posted January 14, 2019 Posted January 14, 2019 Tell the truth, you’re really looking to watch porn out there in the garage. 1
/dev/null Posted January 14, 2019 Posted January 14, 2019 1) You can split the signal 2) You need another receiver to decode the signal You can also split HDMI output with something like this https://www.amazon.com/Splitter-Enlody-Support-Resolution-Projector/dp/B0722QSHKC/ref=sr_1_2_sspa?s=audio-video-accessories&ie=UTF8&qid=1547501960&sr=1-2-spons&keywords=hdmi+splitter&psc=1 However HDMI has a fairly short range, maybe 10 metres. You can extend this range up to 100 metres by using HDMI to Cat5/Cat6 converters at both ends https://www.amazon.com/TNP-Extender-Ethernet-Amplifier-Repeater/dp/B014IZ276C/ref=sr_1_33?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1547502298&sr=1-33&keywords=hdmi+over+cat6 3) You can do this all yourself. I would suggest a Roku or FireTV. After a brief learning curve, they're quite simple to use and will eventually pay for themselves versus your monthly receiver rental 1
Augie Posted January 14, 2019 Posted January 14, 2019 You set up an appointment with DirecTV. When they arrive you give them everything in your wallet and 401k. Then you grovel a bit, and pray for the best. They are pretty good at setting you up for new stuff. Good luck cancelling anything. 1 1
Just Jack Posted January 14, 2019 Posted January 14, 2019 If you have a strong wifi signal in the garage, get a Roku like /dev/null said, and load the DirecTV Now app on it. No need to run coax, or splitters, etc. https://www.att.com/esupport/article.html#!/directv-now/KM1222528?gsi=Io1Ur0Wv 1 1
Captain_Quint Posted January 14, 2019 Posted January 14, 2019 Get wifi and just watch the DTV app on a computer and use the TV as a monitor. And start using a streaming device (roku, fire stick etc). Come on, even I can do that!
plenzmd1 Posted January 14, 2019 Posted January 14, 2019 5 hours ago, BringBackFergy said: while I’m out there puttering around. I don’t understand Firestick or Sling or any of that stuff. Dealing with Direct TV here. Man, why don't you do us and your family a favor and just get admitted to the old folks home now...save everyone else the trouble of having to mess with your doddering old behind!!!!!! In all seriousness, do this! Call DTV and tell them" look, half my damn bill is equipment based" . I can get Sling, with a DVR, and HBO and anything else I need for 50% of what yall are charging me" . BTW, the best Sling, with DVR and HBO and CenterIce and Hulu be about $65 a month all in, and that's the truth!!!!.Then tell them what you are looking to do, and what you want to pay. They ain't scared of cable anymore, but they jump to attention when you mention streaming. You will have all the equipment you need, at half price, and installed if so desired.
Gugny Posted January 14, 2019 Posted January 14, 2019 As stated above, the Roku is very easy to navigate upon transiting to your garage.
plenzmd1 Posted January 14, 2019 Posted January 14, 2019 1 minute ago, Gugny said: As stated above, the Roku is very easy to navigate upon transiting to your garage. And he sure likes the Firestick when he is watching Redzone on a TV in the back of my truck after the Bills game 1
BringBackFergy Posted January 15, 2019 Author Posted January 15, 2019 2 hours ago, Gugny said: As stated above, the Roku is very easy to navigate upon transiting to your garage. I honestly have no idea what you guys are talking about. I’m so behind the times. 2 hours ago, plenzmd1 said: Man, why don't you do us and your family a favor and just get admitted to the old folks home now...save everyone else the trouble of having to mess with your doddering old behind!!!!!! In all seriousness, do this! Call DTV and tell them" look, half my damn bill is equipment based" . I can get Sling, with a DVR, and HBO and anything else I need for 50% of what yall are charging me" . BTW, the best Sling, with DVR and HBO and CenterIce and Hulu be about $65 a month all in, and that's the truth!!!!.Then tell them what you are looking to do, and what you want to pay. They ain't scared of cable anymore, but they jump to attention when you mention streaming. You will have all the equipment you need, at half price, and installed if so desired. I really don’t understand this stuff. I need to sit down and talk to someone to learn how it works.
Augie Posted January 15, 2019 Posted January 15, 2019 (edited) 3 minutes ago, BringBackFergy said: I honestly have no idea what you guys are talking about. I’m so behind the times. Do you have Venmo? You could pay @plenzmd1 to explain it to you. . Edited January 15, 2019 by Augie 1
BringBackFergy Posted January 15, 2019 Author Posted January 15, 2019 2 minutes ago, Augie said: Do you have Venmo? You could pay @plenzmd1 to explain it to you. . Is Venmo an after dinner drink? I’ll take a look.
Marv's Neighbor Posted January 15, 2019 Posted January 15, 2019 8 hours ago, Cripple Creek said: you should eliminate one of the tvs. Yeah time to downsize! 4TV's???
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