Xfinity 4k - XG1v4 Cable Box Availability

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@ggibson864 wrote:

I checked and the HDMI port is set to Enhanced 4K.  I tried the Comcast supplied HDMI cable and it still does not work.  I guess my next step is to to get a new HDMI cable and try that.

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Also not mentioned in your original post, did you change the default 720p video display to 2160? 

Xfinity button to Gear symbol to Device Settings, scroll down to Video Display, press OK, and choose the resolution. 

I purchased a new HDMI 4K cable with HDR support and rebooted everything and I now have 4K Netflix but no HDR.  Is the Netflix HDR not active yet?  It does work using my internet connection.  Thank you!

Hi MNtundraRET. We are currently deploying the XG1v4 via self install kit. These are available in limited quantity. You can learn more about this box's 4K capabilities here: https://www.xfinity.com/support/cable-tv/uhd-4k-faqs/

Also, please let us know if you're interesting in upgrading to this. 

ComcastJoeTrue:

I really don't need the box until Comcast has 4K offerings over linear cable.

I can get Netflix directly over my DSL optical cable to My Samsung 3D UHD curved tv. I have absolutely no problems watching You Tube, You tube Red, and Amazon Prime for 4K, 8K, HDR.

Why would I want to deal with your 4K box for now?

No. I was under the impression that XG1v4 replaces the X1 box. That is the only piece of equipment I have from Comcast.

Since the 4K box is running faster, does that mean the approximate 5 second delay and black screen when switching between a MPEG 2 channel (CBS in 1080i) and a MPEG 4 channel (ABC or FOX in 720p) has now been solved with this new box? This happens on my Cisco RNG 150N box, and others.

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@MNtundraRET wrote:

No. As mentioned earlier those commands are under "voice control" only at the present time.

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Re-read the post regarding the XR15 remote, it's the replay button that was removed. And that you CAN use voice commands to skip back and forth but you don't have to. 

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@Cydeweyz wrote:

Can the Pg buttons on the new remote be used for skip forward and back? If not, can the old X1 remote be used with this 4k box?

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Yes the PG up and PG down still skip forward and back. It was the replay button that was removed. The old X1 remotes work fine too. Your choice.

No. As mentioned earlier those commands are under "voice control" only at the present time.

Comcast Andrew:

I re-read the earlier reply as you suggested. The voice command would allow changing time interval for skipping.

The other buttons you mention would work for the set interval. They were not mentioned. I stand corrected.