VBOX, is it HD Ready? - SAMSUNG STB-2110C
 

Under your package it says TV extras V HD Box - HD ready

Can someone confirm if my STB is HD ready and relates to the above?
I am aware that there is a cost to enable the function if the customer requires it.

VBOX SAMSUNG STB-2110C

Re: VBOX, is it HD Ready? - SAMSUNG STB-2110C
 

No only the Cisco Vbox and both V+ boxes are HD ready, you can get an HD box if you want though by calling Customer Services tomorrow.

Re: VBOX, is it HD Ready? - SAMSUNG STB-2110C
 

No, that model isn't a V HD box. It's merely a V Box, SD only.

Re: VBOX, is it HD Ready? - SAMSUNG STB-2110C
 

Oh right, I just wondered why it showed under my package when I check under my virgin media.

Why does it say HD ready when it isn't?

Re: VBOX, is it HD Ready? - SAMSUNG STB-2110C
 

I think that it is due to the V-HD box is now the standard box and that is why it is saying it.

Re: VBOX, is it HD Ready? - SAMSUNG STB-2110C
 

It might be because the V HD box is now marketed as the standard box.

Re: VBOX, is it HD Ready? - SAMSUNG STB-2110C
 

Everything else that it states for me in that section is correct except the HD info.

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You think if I asked VM about it they would replace mine for the HD model without a charge, or is a charge inevitable.

Re: VBOX, is it HD Ready? - SAMSUNG STB-2110C
 

They will certainly replace it but sadly I suspect a charge is inevitable, certainly to have HD activated anyway.

If you are out of contract you could always call retentions and see what options are available to you.

Re: VBOX, is it HD Ready? - SAMSUNG STB-2110C
 

As far as I am aware there is a pool of SD replacement Samsung boxes, so until these boxes are finally decommissioned or you are willing to pay the HD activation fee nothing will change, sorry

Re: VBOX, is it HD Ready? - SAMSUNG STB-2110C
 

No need as all he needs to do is call Customer Services and say I want a HD box, they will ask which type and then they will send one out and bill him accordingly.

Re: VBOX, is it HD Ready? - SAMSUNG STB-2110C
 

There are loads, i make sure i have plenty as they are so quick to install, have 2 scarts and never go wrong.

I put them in to replace old pace, SA boxes or 2110s. I only put a cisco in for new customers or customers who have one

Re: VBOX, is it HD Ready? - SAMSUNG STB-2110C
 

A call to retentions could be better.

My uncle got his SD box replaced with an activated V HD all for the cost of self install, I think he said it cost £20.

He had to sign a new contract though, I think he is on XL if that matters.

Re: VBOX, is it HD Ready? - SAMSUNG STB-2110C
 

People on XL package get excused the monthly HD charge.Other TV tiers have to pay a monthly charge.

Re: VBOX, is it HD Ready? - SAMSUNG STB-2110C
 

Not true for the V HD (non-PVR box) as there is no monthly charge after the activation fee is paid.

Re: VBOX, is it HD Ready? - SAMSUNG STB-2110C
 

The thing that interests me last year I upgraded to a V+, we asked the installer what would happen to my old Pace STB (7 years old) where they decommissioned, he said no they were reconditioned for council tenant customers. Question how many different kinds of STB do VM actively support/replace?

V+ SA and Samsung
V Samsung only(standard SD box)?
VHD Cisco
Tivo Cisco

Re: VBOX, is it HD Ready? - SAMSUNG STB-2110C
 

I think engineer was talking porkies as you will not receive a Pace box on an install or a tech visit, you may still get the Samsung but in the main it will be the Cisco box.

Re: VBOX, is it HD Ready? - SAMSUNG STB-2110C
 

the only box that get reconditioned are 2110, cisco VHD and v+. Rest are recycled but they dont get swapped out unless faulty

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There is more chance getting a samsung 2110 than a cisco

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Re: VBOX, is it HD Ready? - SAMSUNG STB-2110C
 

They are still the boxes of choice though.:)

Re: VBOX, is it HD Ready? - SAMSUNG STB-2110C
 

We had our SA V Box finally die this week. They replaced it today with a Samsung 2110 with Remote type 11. The channel change is uber fast. I was hoping it was going to be a Cisco V HD box but never mind, it's only going to be connected to a small bedroom tv anyway. It will do the job :)

Re: VBOX, is it HD Ready? - SAMSUNG STB-2110C
 

Wow how many different makes of old boxes are out there in cable land that have not died? The box I upgraded from was a Pace 4110 I think.

Re: VBOX, is it HD Ready? - SAMSUNG STB-2110C
 

Three makes (Pace, SA, Samsung), about 18 models.

Re: VBOX, is it HD Ready? - SAMSUNG STB-2110C
 

Hmmm

Pace1000 obsolete
Pace1010 obsolete
Pace2000 obsolete
Pace4000

Samsung 2110
Samsung v+
TiVo

Sa 4000
Sa 4200
Sa v+

Cisco vhd

There all in my area, there are others like some weird looking samsung but that must have been ntl

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Re: VBOX, is it HD Ready? - SAMSUNG STB-2110C
 

Surely everything except all Samsung, SA V+ and Cisco boxes are decommissioned when faulty or if someone upgrades there service?

Re: VBOX, is it HD Ready? - SAMSUNG STB-2110C
 

Not had a sa v+ for ages now, hopefully they are finished

Re: VBOX, is it HD Ready? - SAMSUNG STB-2110C
 

Hope my TVDrive doesn't need replacing soon then! Been great since March 2006.

Better get my order in for TiVo on April 11.

Re: VBOX, is it HD Ready? - SAMSUNG STB-2110C
 

Interesting the amount of people on this forum saying I hope my replacement V+ box is a Samsung one with the official line it's whatsever on the van, now it seems it will only be a Samsung!

Re: VBOX, is it HD Ready? - SAMSUNG STB-2110C
 

Here's the full list:

Cisco 4585 (V-HD)
Cisco 8685 (TiVo)
Pace 1000
Pace 1010 / 1000+ (the same box but Telewest and C&W used different names)
Pace 2000
Pace 4000-N
Pace 4000-T
Pace 4001-0 (withdrawn but a few remain in use)
Pace 4001-1 (withdrawn but a few remain in use)
Pace 4001-3 (withdrawn but a few remain in use)
Pace 4001-2A
Pace 4001-2B
Pace 4010
Pace DC620 (never made it beyond trials but a few may still exist)
SA 4000
SA 4200
SA 8300 (V+)
Samsung 2100
Samsung 2110
Samsung 3110 (V+)

Re: VBOX, is it HD Ready? - SAMSUNG STB-2110C
 

I think some of them are actually steam powered.:D