DTV Raids Channel Master!

[icu819]

Heard from news reports that DTV raided channel master (mfg of dish antennas). Present were several IRS agents and US Marshals. Search warrant allowed them to confiscate all dishes in the warehouse. Spokesman for DTV said that these dishes could be used illegally to hack DTV signals. Several employees leaving the building noted that Helicopters were circling the building and National guard troops were on standby. However, DTV spokesman said this was only a precaution.

[PLAYER69]

That is the craziest thing I have ever heard. DO you have a link to this? Good way to eliminate your competition. This makes no sense.

[Sgt_Stedenko]

What!? National Guard troops? What a waste of taxpayers money!!!

[BigDog4All]

This is the "new" America. Just want until Dave hears that you are recording his signal, for viewing at a later date. Oh, let's not forget, Don't split that signal with two TV's.

The Army, Navy, Air Force, FBI, Marshalls, and DEA will be at your door. Even the Homeland Security Police (HSP) will be there knocking too.

Oh, did I mention, They gonna start charging us for rain water that falls on your property? And if you capture any for your lawn or plants, they will show up saying you are violating some Federal Watering Ban.

Don't laugh...yet.

We are closer to bullsh*ting laws, than you think.

Taxing your dreams will be in your future too.

[fishon91]

it's probably just a mistake, they more than likely knock on the wrong door! Right OJ!

[BillyPilgrim]

Originally posted by icu819
Heard from news reports that DTV raided channel master (mfg of dish antennas). Present were several IRS agents and US Marshals. Search warrant allowed them to confiscate all dishes in the warehouse. Spokesman for DTV said that these dishes could be used illegally to hack DTV signals. Several employees leaving the building noted that Helicopters were circling the building and National guard troops were on standby. However, DTV spokesman said this was only a precaution.

what a crock....you don't steal tv with a dish or any of the components related to a dish.

Where did you 'heard' this from? National Enquirer?

[chevy]

This story can't have any truth to it at all.

[Sgt_Stedenko]

I did a news search for Channel Master and couldn't find anything pertaining to this. It must be BS.

[hcardz]

I got the scoop on this story.. I have a friend who works at Channel Master in NC.. I called him up and he said, " What?? Never heard of it." I think he would know as he is CFO. So this is a BS story if i ever heard of one.

[icu819]

That's probably because he was served with a gag order accoording to my FBI sources. I hear the prices of dishes are skyrocking. He also probably knows DTV has his phones tapped and are following his kids around so they know how and when to confiscate their laptops like they did to shanty. If i was you I would be careful as they (DTV) may trace that call back to you.

[fweasel]

Late breaking news...
FBI agents in HUM V's crash through Sony wharehouses nationwide seizing all video display devices, citing they may be used to view pirated satellite programming.
There were no reports of aircraft in the area though...

[peludos]

FBI, INTERPOL and JAMES BOND raid DaveTV for providing the signal that´s being hacked... dhuuu!!

[icu819]

up!!!!!

[icu819]

This is a b.s. forum,it is done for the fun of it. It seems that maybe your too constipated to participate in this kind of forum. I would suggest you go to the bathroom and LIGHTEN UP or take a valium before you comment again in this thread!

[fweasel]

Now ladies, can't we all just get along?

[fishon91]

I think we can all use a little humor now and then. We need more threads like this because of all the seriousness of the issues facing us today. ICU go ahead and make my day and start another B.S. thread.

[Ard de Vark]

Doesn't Channel Master make some components for 'Dave'? Sounds like they're trying to get some free stuff so they have more $$$$ to hassle us. Hummm ... I can just read the headlines now .... 'Dave' raids 'Dave' for illegal possession of illegally aquired components which may be used to interecpt their signal .... A Catch 22^3 if I ever heard of one.

[lars]

Well,

Now it is the time for Belden and Iusa, well known cable manufacturers that produced RG6 cable, and DTV struck them
with a lawsuit stating that "this cable might be used to
steal their signal", So this companies wotn be producing
anykind of the "so called COAX" cable".

Does this sound true ??? HAHAHA


HELL NO !!!

Did anyone smell BS ???

Enjoy !

lars

[EAO]

Originally posted by Ard de Vark
Doesn't Channel Master make some components for 'Dave'? Sounds like they're trying to get some free stuff so they have more $$$$ to hassle us. Hummm ... I can just read the headlines now .... 'Dave' raids 'Dave' for illegal possession of illegally aquired components which may be used to interecpt their signal .... A Catch 22^3 if I ever heard of one.

SINCE THIS IS THE BD FORUM I GUESS YOU CAN MAKE BS UP

I THOUGHT I READ SOMETHING ON D'S WEB SITE ABOUT CHANNEL MASTER AND DT>

HERE IT IS




Channel Master LLC Signs Manufacturer's Agreement with DIRECTV, Inc.

SMITHFIELD, NC, and EL SEGUNDO, CA, Jun 13, 2000 -- - Channel Master LLC, the world's largest manufacturer of satellite antenna systems, and DIRECTV, Inc., provider of the nation's leading digital satellite television service, announced today an agreement enabling Channel Master to manufacture DIRECTV-approved satellite products and distribute them to authorized retailers around the country.
Under the terms of the agreement, Channel Master will manufacture and sell a selection of DIRECTV-approved satellite antenna systems and products directly to the retailer. As a result of this direct relationship, retailers will have the increased flexibility to quickly respond to increasing consumer demand for satellite products.

Channel Master manufactures a variety of satellite antenna systems including an 18-inch steel antenna with a dual LNB (low noise blocker), as well as an 18-inch, dual LNB antenna system with a 3x4 multi-switch. A multi-satellite dual LNB antenna system with a 4x4 multi-switch is also available from Channel Master. Dual LNB systems enable consumers to install multiple set-top boxes in their homes.

Also included in the agreement is the "Sat C" Kit, which is designed to modify existing multi-sat antennas to receive programming from the DIRECTV 110-degree West longitude (WL) orbital slot.

"We believe this agreement will provide the additional product support for retailers that is needed in this increasingly dynamic and demanding marketplace," said Carl Brown, senior vice president, Sales and Marketing for DIRECTV, Inc. "Channel Master has a name that is associated with quality satellite products and a focus on service to the customer that is essential."

"Channel Master has always been committed to providing quality, cost-effective products to our customers," said Jim Crownover, director of Direct Broadcast Satellite Products at Channel Master. "This agreement with DIRECTV allows us to work not only with the leading satellite entertainment service provider in the nation, but also to form alliances with retailers around the country."

Through the agreement, Channel Master will provide a host of value-added services to the retailer, including in-house electronic order processing and various custom labeling services associated with retail sales; reduced freight costs; multiple ship-to locations; faster response times to market changes; and reduced inventories from shortened supply chains.



DIRECTV, Inc. is the nation's leading provider of digital satellite television entertainment with more than 8.6 million customers, including customers subscribing to the PRIMESTAR By DIRECTV service. DIRECTV is a registered trademark of DIRECTV, Inc., a unit of Hughes Electronics Corporation. Hughes Electronics is the world's leading provider of digital television entertainment, and satellite and wireless systems and services. The earnings of Hughes Electronics, a unit of General Motors Corporation, are used to calculate the earnings per share attributable to the General Motors Class H common stock (NYSE: GMH). Visit DIRECTV on the World Wide Web at www.directv.com.

Channel Master, founded in 1949, is a privately held corporation owned by Questor Partners Fund LP. The company's headquarters and primary design and manufacturing facilities are located in Smithfield, NC, USA. Additional manufacturing facilities and sales offices are maintained in the United Kingdom, Germany and Taiwan. Channel Master is the world's largest manufacturer of satellite antennas, mounts and hardware as well as an extensive line of satellite and terrestrial RF microwave electronics. The company's customers include the largest DBS internet service providers and VSAT integrators and distributors in the world. Channel Master also continues to produce the world's largest assortment of quality UHF/VHF/FM off-air antennas, rotators, amplifiers and accessories that are compatible with the latest innovations in an ever-changing industry. For additional information on Channel Master products and services, visit the company website at http://www.channelmaster.com.




I FOUN

[datahole]

Wow this is getting bad, I bought a roll of solder and recieved a letter from dave that he suspected me of buying stuff to possibly make a device to recieve his signal. They want me to return my roll of solder to them and anything else electronic in my posesion. including anything newer than vaccum tube technology. Guess ill need to buy a car with a straight carburator and no radio now..

[penleer]

close this thread .who ever heard of something this stupid?the national gaurd, helicopters yeah right! stupid stupid stupid

[lars]

As funny as it came, it is time to close the thread, or it will become a huge one like some others on this forum that are 8 pages+ long.

Beware of the National guard and the choppers !!!

HAHAHAH

lars

[icu819]

MODS please close post. I've had enought, some people are just to serious.

[BillyPilgrim]

icu###,

It is your thread and you can go to the bottom and close it yourself.

I think it was funny. Got people to thinking and caused those too serious to remember this is the BS forum.

For anyone that forgot, this is the BS forum and it is the last place you should look for or post serious subject matter.

For a newby, icu### figured that out pretty quick. good job.

[V-Rod]

I was going down I-95 past Channel Master in NC yesterday. I saw a bunch of National Guard men standing around the perimeter of the building!:eek:

[EAO]

Originally posted by V-Rod
I was going down I-95 past Channel Master in NC yesterday. I saw a bunch of National Guard men standing around the perimeter of the building!:eek:

AND


>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>LOL<<<<<<<<<<<<<<

[PackerBacker]

I gave them my roll of solder, they want more :( when will the madness end... I also had to give up my multimeter and oscilliscope ... although i didn't give it up without a fight. Man when will dave learn, you can take my soldering iron, and my solder BUT DON'T FXXX WITH MY OSCILLISCOPE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!