Dish Tailgater Discussion

We are still using the older VQ2500 model with the 211 receiver. We had problem with activating it for the first game this year because the software was way out of date. I called in and they forced a software update, and things have been all good.

I usually log in to chat on their website on Saturday morning to activate it, then on Sunday to deactivate it.

I had to do some repair to it a couple of years ago. There's a metal piece that came off. I used some silicone adhesive to secure it, and it's been fine ever since.



Try updating your software version, and also look inside to make sure everything is tight.

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Why do you do this?

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I'm cheap. No need to pay $7 a month for a receiver that gets used 6-8 days a year. They prorate the monthly fee for the number of days it's activated.

Yes, I have Dish at home.

How much is it for the pay as you go account? Would you be able to turn it on and off for the days you use it?

Pay as you go with ESPN family and Fox Sports channels is ~ $50/mo.

I have the hopper receiver and playmaker that I paid for outright.

You pay month by month. So I have it for Sept, Oct, & Nov.

I'm pretty sure the software only updates when the receiver is turned off (in standby mode), and usually over-night. If you're like me, the receiver is only connected while tailgating, and never gets a chance to update with its regular cycle.

That's what I have to do too. I usually setup my whole tailgate in my yard the weekend before the first game. Every year, I have to get them to send an update so it'll work.

Outside of my honda generator, my Dish Tailgater is the single best thing I ever invested in for my tailgate.

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At least you can do that online now.

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That's awesome!