BringBackFergy Posted January 14, 2019 Share 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. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Real Buffalo Joe Posted January 14, 2019 Share 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 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BringBackFergy Posted January 14, 2019 Author Share 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' Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Real Buffalo Joe Posted January 14, 2019 Share 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. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gugny Posted January 14, 2019 Share 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 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cripple Creek Posted January 14, 2019 Share 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. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SlimShady'sSpaceForce Posted January 14, 2019 Share 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 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mead107 Posted January 14, 2019 Share Posted January 14, 2019 Run a cable over from your neighbor. You been bad again? Sleeping in the garage. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BuffaloBill Posted January 14, 2019 Share Posted January 14, 2019 Tell the truth, you’re really looking to watch porn out there in the garage. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
/dev/null Posted January 14, 2019 Share 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 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Augie Posted January 14, 2019 Share 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 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Just Jack Posted January 14, 2019 Share 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 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Captain_Quint Posted January 14, 2019 Share 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! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
plenzmd1 Posted January 14, 2019 Share 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. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gugny Posted January 14, 2019 Share Posted January 14, 2019 As stated above, the Roku is very easy to navigate upon transiting to your garage. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
plenzmd1 Posted January 14, 2019 Share 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 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BringBackFergy Posted January 15, 2019 Author Share 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. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Augie Posted January 15, 2019 Share 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 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BringBackFergy Posted January 15, 2019 Author Share 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. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marv's Neighbor Posted January 15, 2019 Share Posted January 15, 2019 8 hours ago, Cripple Creek said: you should eliminate one of the tvs. Yeah time to downsize! 4TV's??? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Augie Posted January 15, 2019 Share Posted January 15, 2019 3 hours ago, BuffaloBill said: Tell the truth, you’re really looking to watch porn out there in the garage. Have you guys met? I don’t think he’s watching....pretty sure it’s his own little movie studio! Now, is he the director? Or the star? 4 minutes ago, BringBackFergy said: Is Venmo an after dinner drink? I’ll take a look. I had to get Venmo, because apparently it’s like Meadcoin....an avenue to immense wealth! I offered a certain someone $50 US American CA$H, but he insisted on $30 via Venmo. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Augie Posted January 15, 2019 Share Posted January 15, 2019 (edited) 8 minutes ago, Marv's Neighbor said: Yeah time to downsize! 4TV's??? Ummm, we have 4, and a couple others that are no longer hooked up. It’s a start..... But I still want one outside on the covered porch I don’t have. I feel the need to move! Edited January 15, 2019 by Augie 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BringBackFergy Posted January 15, 2019 Author Share Posted January 15, 2019 13 minutes ago, Augie said: Have you guys met? I don’t think he’s watching....pretty sure it’s his own little movie studio! Now, is he the director? Or the star? I had to get Venmo, because apparently it’s like Meadcoin....an avenue to immense wealth! I offered a certain someone $50 US American CA$H, but he insisted on $30 via Venmo. Let’s see...there’s only one guy I know who’s a Venmo snob and his name starts with a “Ple” and ends with “nz”. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Augie Posted January 15, 2019 Share Posted January 15, 2019 3 minutes ago, BringBackFergy said: Let’s see...there’s only one guy I know who’s a Venmo snob and his name starts with a “Ple” and ends with “nz”. You are a master of maintaining anonymity! You may have have a future in Witness Protection! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
plenzmd1 Posted January 15, 2019 Share Posted January 15, 2019 1 hour ago, BringBackFergy said: Let’s see...there’s only one guy I know who’s a Venmo snob and his name starts with a “Ple” and ends with “nz”. There’s one one emoji I need here ,a closed fist , knuckles pointed to you, with one certain finger extended. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cripple Creek Posted January 15, 2019 Share Posted January 15, 2019 1 minute ago, plenzmd1 said: There’s one one emoji I need here ,a closed fist , knuckles pointed to you, with one certain finger extended. Found it for you! ? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SlimShady'sSpaceForce Posted January 15, 2019 Share Posted January 15, 2019 10 hours ago, BringBackFergy said: I honestly have no idea what you guys are talking about. I’m so behind the times. I really don’t understand this stuff. I need to sit down and talk to someone to learn how it works. @BringBackFergy Its simple. Do you have a WiFi capable small laptop with an HDMI cable? DirecTV app will get you access to all of your shows. NFL Sunday Ticket App also lets you watch the games during the season and maybe even the RZ channel. Plug the HDMI into your TV and you are all set. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Another Fan Posted January 15, 2019 Share Posted January 15, 2019 This thread is making me realize I’m a pretty low tech guy lol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BringBackFergy Posted January 15, 2019 Author Share Posted January 15, 2019 1 hour ago, ShadyBillsFan said: @BringBackFergy Its simple. Do you have a WiFi capable small laptop with an HDMI cable? DirecTV app will get you access to all of your shows. NFL Sunday Ticket App also lets you watch the games during the season and maybe even the RZ channel. Plug the HDMI into your TV and you are all set. How do I switch channels? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
plenzmd1 Posted January 15, 2019 Share Posted January 15, 2019 23 minutes ago, BringBackFergy said: How do I switch channels? Just like you switch which team you play for..quite easily based on your track record. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BringBackFergy Posted January 15, 2019 Author Share Posted January 15, 2019 1 hour ago, plenzmd1 said: Just like you switch which team you play for..quite easily based on your track record. Reported!!! 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SlimShady'sSpaceForce Posted January 15, 2019 Share Posted January 15, 2019 (edited) 2 hours ago, BringBackFergy said: How do I switch channels? LMAO.... sorry With the APP !!!!! Browse, select and the HDMI feeds the TV. people were saying you are a smart guy. I'm starting to wonder. Did you jump onto a frozen pond and bang your head? Edited January 15, 2019 by ShadyBillsFan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gugny Posted January 15, 2019 Share Posted January 15, 2019 3 hours ago, plenzmd1 said: Just like you switch which team you play for..quite easily based on your track record. Pure gold! I think this might be Fergs .... 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BringBackFergy Posted January 15, 2019 Author Share Posted January 15, 2019 5 minutes ago, Gugny said: Pure gold! I think this might be Fergs ... Reportando!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bdutton Posted January 16, 2019 Share Posted January 16, 2019 Need another genie or a separate splitter. I found out that while my genie has two hdmi outputs, it doesn't let me have both tv's on at the same time. Not sure why. I think it would work if you have a single hdmi cable going to an hdmi splitter or a 1-2x type of hdmi cable. Something like this: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BringBackFergy Posted January 16, 2019 Author Share Posted January 16, 2019 29 minutes ago, bdutton said: Need another genie or a separate splitter. I found out that while my genie has two hdmi outputs, it doesn't let me have both tv's on at the same time. Not sure why. I think it would work if you have a single hdmi cable going to an hdmi splitter or a 1-2x type of hdmi cable. Something like this: I think you’re right. I may need to get another Genie. As much as the other guys suggestions are appreciated, I don’t have a designated laptop for the garage and my WiFi doesn’t reach out to old garage. So I’ll need to look at an extra Genie. Not sure what the cost is (maybe $8 - $10 /month). Hoping to negotiate a new DTV contract this summer anyway. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
/dev/null Posted January 17, 2019 Share Posted January 17, 2019 2 hours ago, BringBackFergy said: I think you’re right. I may need to get another Genie. As much as the other guys suggestions are appreciated, I don’t have a designated laptop for the garage and my WiFi doesn’t reach out to old garage. So I’ll need to look at an extra Genie. Not sure what the cost is (maybe $8 - $10 /month). Hoping to negotiate a new DTV contract this summer anyway. Do you use the wired Genie or the wireless? Because the wireless Genie's kinda communicate via WiFi... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BringBackFergy Posted January 17, 2019 Author Share Posted January 17, 2019 18 minutes ago, /dev/null said: Do you use the wired Genie or the wireless? Because the wireless Genie's kinda communicate via WiFi... Everything is hard wired in the house here...old garage is 40 - 50 feet from main house. Not sure that would reach via WiFi. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Augie Posted January 17, 2019 Share Posted January 17, 2019 On 1/15/2019 at 12:16 PM, BringBackFergy said: Reportando!! Knows how to tattle in multiple languages. Impressive! 4 minutes ago, BringBackFergy said: Everything is hard wired in the house here...old garage is 40 - 50 feet from main house. Not sure that would reach via WiFi. You must be some kind of land baron! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SlimShady'sSpaceForce Posted January 17, 2019 Share Posted January 17, 2019 You can rasily run CAT 5 cable fifty feet Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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