PVR release dates - Page 51

BlueView · 15-02-2007, 13:52

Solent installations
Earlier this month a couple of posts on here mentioned that they were due to have their Havant/Gosport installations today.
Has this happened?
If so, how did it go?
If not, have they been given a new date?
Mine (Fareham) is due on Monday

ecw199 · 15-02-2007, 14:15

SOLENT INSTALLATIONS

Hi Blueview

My Install is booked for tomorrow afternoon, phoned Virgin media today and they told me that it is definately going ahead (although I'm not holding my breath).

So I will let you know if everything goes to plan

(or not!).

If there is anyone out there in the solent region who has had an install today please post and let us know -would give me some hope

fixerman · 15-02-2007, 15:32

Booked mine last night. 14th March earliest but a promise that if they get any cancellations I might get a call.

chuchuj · 15-02-2007, 22:15

Hey guys, mine came today, really impressed with it, all installed within 30 mins and all channels are fine. HD looks great, but can be a bit grainy at times, not sure if its the cables im using. Currently its through component. I might buy a HDMI to DVI cable tomorrow, but just wanted to know, if i use the HDMI output what options do i have for audio. Because i only get sound from my Home Cinema, but it doesnt have any inputs, its connected to the TV via RGB scart, will i still be able to use the Phono audio outputs?

Any help would be appreciated

Thanks

ecw199 · 15-02-2007, 22:48

Hooray!! Someone in the solent region has got it installed with no problems

This bodes well for my install tomorrow, I'm getting pretty excited now

BlueView · 16-02-2007, 10:23

ecw 199
Exciting day for you. Only hours to go now ! Hope all goes well.

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ecw 199
As you already have 2MB broadband, phone and family pack, now that you're getting the V+ box today, will you get the old box connected and upgrade to 10MB broadband - thus becoming a VIP @ ÃƒÆ’Ã¢â‚¬Å¡Ãƒâ€šÃ‚Â£85/mth?

ken · 16-02-2007, 11:33

got my v+ boxs now look good

Biohazard55 · 16-02-2007, 13:34

My V+ installation has just been completed.

The engineer was early today, which was a nice surprise. He has set up the V+ box and a new cable modem which are all seem to be working fine.

The only small issue I have is that when I press the v+ button I get a message saying I am not subscribed to that service ... I was however told that it may take up to 4 hours for all the services to come through.

First impressions of the new box are very good, menu is fast and responsive and the box does look nice.

score another point for Virgin Media

54xhg · 16-02-2007, 14:02

Hi
Just got my v+box installed and new cable modem fitted.On another matter i have set it to 720 wide and not 720p,is there any difference between the two apart from the black bars?
Thanks.

quadplay · 16-02-2007, 14:18

In 720 wide mode, the V+HD box will stretch non-widescreen (4:3) pictures to fill the screen. In 720, it won't which is why you get the black bars. That's the only difference.

sherer · 16-02-2007, 14:34

Quote:

Originally Posted by quadplay

In 720 wide mode, the V+HD box will stretch non-widescreen (4:3) pictures to fill the screen. In 720, it won't which is why you get the black bars. That's the only difference.

would love it if we had that option on the old samsung box too. i'd prefer to see black bars at the side rather than strechy vision

quadplay · 16-02-2007, 14:46

Most widescreen TVs will allow you to change that setting yourself if you're watching via SCART. They usually won't allow it via HDMI, which is why the setting is included in the V+HD box software.

ecw199 · 16-02-2007, 18:16

Solent Installations

Hi everyone, I NOW HAVE A V+ BOX INSTALLED

The engineers turned up about 4 pm, it took about 30 mins to get it installed including having my existing box moved to my bedroom. The engineers were very friendly and polite. I got a black box with all the virgin media branding on it and the new virgin menus and epg software. The hit came through whilst the engineers were still here so they were able to give me quick demo.

First impression are that its GREAT!! Obviously haven't had much time to try it out but it seems to be working no probs and no problems with remote lag or anything (touch wood). Will report back once I've had time to play with it.

Hi Blueview

Absolutely no problems with my install so everything looks good for your install on Monday

. In answer to your question about the VIP pack i definately am considering it, the big draw is the 10mb broadband. I reckon I'm paying about ÃƒÆ’Ã¢â‚¬Å¡Ãƒâ€šÃ‚Â£72 at the moment (that includes the V+ and second Box). So it would be an extra ÃƒÆ’Ã¢â‚¬Å¡Ãƒâ€šÃ‚Â£13 but I not that interested in the Sky movies (I get unlimted dvd rental from Blockbuster) or sports channels (well not untill the cricket is on in the summer). Still it probably is worth it !!!!

BlueView · 19-02-2007, 10:30

Was scheduled for 8-1 today.
Engineer arrived at 7.59. Excellent. Took about an hour.
All up and running OK. Old Samsung box transferred upstairs.

Disappointed there was no manual, though. Is there one online somewhere?
Also the On Demand not available yet. Does it take a few hours for this?
And need to know the handset code for Toshiba Regza 37". Can anyone help?

iadom · 19-02-2007, 11:17

Mine took about four hours to update the On Demand.

Most codes are available via, Home/ Help & Info/Help with your remote control. Toshiba codes on page 34.

Jim.