[Connection] Adding a new outlet, Comcast says I can't
Ok, so, we just bought a new house (yay!). We want a cable jack on a wall of the living room that currently doesn't have one. Easy, right? So I call Comcast, they say they don't do internal fishing but...
View Article[OnDemand] Why do we have to suddenly "BUY" XOD channels?
Why do we have to "BUY" XOD channels that are part of our Comcast package?
View Article[HD] Anyone know when Comcast is going to add more HD channels?
I just switched from Uverse to Xfinity and I'm a little disappointed with the lack of HD channels. Anyone know when they'll be adding more? Uverse had MOST premium channels and their sub channels...
View Article[Content] networks
i just was looking around on the new comcast homepage and i looked at things to watch online,why are there some networks listed that you could watch online for free but yet they are not available on...
View Article[Comcast Equip] Turning off the new SmartBar on Comcast DTAs
This morning, I noticed that Comcast had upgraded the DTA boxes with an on-screen program guide, SmartBar, etc. I found the SmartBar annoying, showing up everytime you change channels. You can activate...
View Article[Cust Svc] Attempts and Failure
I have 3 roku's in my house and do not live in a Comcast serviceable area, I am wanting to subscribe to a basic plan with channels such as CNN and Fox News and such the basic plan and I keep getting...
View Article[X1-X2] X1 Keeps Freezing
Had X1 installed a few weeks back. Had random freezing issues and some error codes popping up, and ultimately Comcast sent a tech out. He placed a filter just prior to where the cable enters house and...
View Article[X1-X2] Xfinity X1 now available to New Customers
I just heard a brand new radio commercial for the new Xfinity X1 cable box on local radio station 94.1 WIP Sports radio. But like others have said its currently only available for new residents and...
View Article[Comcast Equip] Comcast MDU question...
Hi, We just got a few Vecima Terrace 600 MDUs from a surplus auction. They don't have any asset tags, but Vecima indicated to us that comcast was the original purchaser of the equipment. We contacted...
View Article[Comcast Equip] New XR8 device will allow older STBs to use RF remotes
Comcast may be preparing to deploy a new device called the "XR8" that would allow subscribers to control their STBs with RF remotes like the XR2 and XR5: Universal Electronics preps XR8, XR2 'aim...
View Article[Comcast Equip] Volume Up/Down on XR2 remote seems to have double the effect
My setup: Motorola RNG110 connected via HDMI to an LG HDTV (which itself is connected via optical to my Vizio sound bar). I have a Motorola RNG110 box but also noticed this on the HD DTA so it seems to...
View ArticleOdd 'outage' in Chicago area?
This morning, I had something odd happen on my box. When I called in to Comcast, I got an automated message that there was an outage. Basically, the only remote key that worked was INFO, and that would...
View Article[Content] Price hikes AND content removal?
New year, more price hikes. I was expecting the bill to go up, unfortunately not by nearly $10. Okay, fine. But the icing on the cake was as my wife was flipping through channels last night and being...
View Article[Audio] sounds garbled
had new dvr box installed constant signal lost error on changing channels. plus screen freezes and on channels such as fx, hbo. and to top it off box goes to sleep and i have to reset it again 2 tech...
View Article[HD] Anyone know when Comcast is going to add more HD channels?
I just switched from Uverse to Xfinity and I'm a little disappointed with the lack of HD channels. Anyone know when they'll be adding more? Uverse had MOST premium channels and their sub channels...
View Article[X1-X2] Need some feedback regarding X1 receiver upgrade confusion.
So we had X1 installed a year ago and since then there have been new models of the receivers. Today in assisting with a failed HD X1 Receiver, the technician replaced the HD X1 Receiver (SM SR150BNMD)...
View Article[Audio] X1 audio drop outs
I had the newest X1 system and software installed today. I have the main box in my media room, a Panasonic plasma downstairs hooked to a small set top box in the living room and a cheap LCD in the...
View Article[Bill] What is Digital Converter listing on bill
I have a cable card no set top box, but I saw this pop up on my bill.... should I be worried about this... Digital Converter 02/06 - 03/05 0.00 (formerly HDTV Converter Service)
View Article[Audio] Strange Audio Issue On Recordings Only
Here is my issue, and I would like to know how to get this looked into and get it corrected. This happens only on DVR recordings and only on Fox TV. (local out of Richmond Va.) Happens in home, and...
View Article[Comcast Equip] Cable boxes
Currently, I do not have a cable service and watch TV very rarely, although I do have an antenna on my roof (can get about 4 - 5 channels well), a cheap digital to analog converter box, and a 17"...
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