If you are trying to use your cable box after moving to a new location. This is designed within the set-top box itself and may need to reset the activation limit by calling your provider.
 Make sure there are no overdue payments as this may deactivate your service until the payment is processed.
 Sometimes your cable provider will have downtime due to scheduled maintenance or severe weather conditions that interfere with the delivery of their service. They may give an estimated time when the services will resume either on their website or through their customer service line.
Review your activation limit.
Pay your bills on time.
Verify for any reported outages.
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