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rockstead
08-13-2014, 04:02 PM
It's been years since I've used my Sonicview 8000 + Tuner, in fact I missed the whole IKS thing.

I'm only interested in doing BEV, I don't even mind buying a new receiver but I'm surprised to see people still buying Sonicview 8000s online. I have no interest in Dish as I have a sub.

1. Do I keep the Sonicview or replace with a new receiver? Someone mentioned to me the Dreamlink HD T5. Is the way to go.

2. If it is recommended I keep the Sonicview, where to get an IKS type device, or Ethernet bridge?

3. Does a reliable BEV FTA service exist, most of the forums that I ended up in from googling showed that it had been down for months.

Thanks in advance!
DualTest
08-13-2014, 06:59 PM
First thing you should do is to check to see if you can still get B*v, as the footprint for her satellites has changed in the few years. If you are not in a border state then you will be pretty much unable to get B*v and the rest of your questions are moot.
rockstead
08-13-2014, 09:14 PM
First thing you should do is to check to see if you can still get B*v, as the footprint for her satellites has changed in the few years. If you are not in a border state then you will be pretty much unable to get B*v and the rest of your questions are moot.

I can guarantee I'm good for a nice strong signal.
ftastudent2
09-09-2014, 01:02 AM
You lucky bugger. The SV8K is a superior stb and internet connectivity is possible with a newer device. I have two of them but both my SV8K's are toast. The devise is silk screened as a wiznet. Google it and enjoy. You will also need an add on board for B*V. Search the SV8000 section of the forum and you will learn all about this stuff.