[mythtvnz] VisionPlus 1020A DVB-S experiences.

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The VP-1020A is only $100 but the SkyStar 2 is more like $170.

Is the SkyStar worth the extra money?

Quoting Steve Hodge <stevehodge@gmail.com>:

> On 10/18/06, Toby Mills <toby@np.co.nz> wrote:
> > You are describing the exact problem I have with my skystar 2.
> 
> If you are getting the same messages, it may well be due to the low
> power signal from B1. But there is a bug in the driver if that's
> causing any significant problems.
> 
> > I have heard D1 is much more powerful but now by how much.
> 
> The number I've seen reported is that D1's transponders and three
> times the power of B1's.
> 
> > I had also heard the B1 is low on fuel so they haven't been able to
> realign
> > it as often but I don't know if this is true or not.
> 
> It's quite likely - Optus B1 is at or beyond the end of it's useful
> life.
> 
> Cheers,
> Steve
> 
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