I hope that you are getting your $195 back, now I can really say "don't be fool you with the AD's" I guess you really do get what you pay for ! so why not pay a few more $$$ and get what you pay for and more. go to www.directv.com

The receiver that you have is most likely a standard receiver and is only difficult because you have bad credit/don't want to sign a contract. You should try cable tv if it is a problem as they will accept you unless you owe that particular cable company money.

it doesn't qualify for flex sorry, its not obsolete, if you own it, call and set up a cash n carry account, no activation fee, if they are wanting you to pay an activation fee - hang up and call back . you only have to give your social security number . no new customer perks but no commitment either, your hardware is not obsolete, the pre pay program is...195.00 is just a little more than retail for the equipment you have....its still currant