Getting diagnostic code 41-988 on HR24 directv receiver

I don't like the proprietary codes, hate them !
What part of your DVR is failed ?
If HDD, I would take it out, connect to PC and run Gsmartcontrol program

 

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loading EPG issue ...
Post here screenshots for sat 101 signal levels

 

What is the problem that is causing you to run the diagnostic tests? I don't think that code has anything to do with hard drives.

Rich

 

Pick one---

43
Installation Verification Failure. Caused by
low signal or distribution problem.
Troubleshoot cause of low signal.

76
Cannot detect dial tone for PPV and caller ID
Troubleshoot phone connection.