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I would assume 57a is dead? I tried to use it a couple days ago (I just found this forum so didn't have the newer codes). It SEEMS to work - the correct details come up - but when you get to the "sign up" screen, it starts doing weird thing like deleting DVDs saying they are "Unsellable" - when they were valid enrollment selections.

I called in and joined using a CSR - no problems at all. I would assume I won't get my $5 internet coupon though?

What happens if you use the "search by selection number" and enter numbers for new releases? It seems to accept them, but I would assume that the account will be rejected at some point in the future.

Also, I have seen someone mention that $21.95 selections are not available as enrollment choices - but I was able to get a couple (Dances with Wolves and Unforgiven, 2-disc SEs). They show up in the catalog without asterisks, and can be found by searching from the enrollment page - but are listed at $21.95. (Same is true for Gladiator signature series, but it doesn't turn up when searching from the enrollment page).

What's the best code to use that doesn't require a PSN (and preferably requires a credit card)? I'm looking for one of the deals that involve getting 5 at $0.49 each (+ 1 at $14.95) with free shipping during enrollment, and buy 2 more to fulfill committment.

Personally, I've found that orders placed over the internet get lost nine times out of ten. Phone enrollments never get lost, at least for me.

Also, you assume incorrectly: you will be able to use the $5 off coupon. However, if you call, you can request the 10% off offer, which may work out better for you.

So far as I am aware, all the best 6 + 2 type codes require a PSN. You can open an account using such a code by calling it in and, when asked for a PSN, just say that you don't have it in front of you.

You could also use a 2 + 2 + 3 code like DECD. It requires no PSN but does require payment up front (credit card). Although a bit cheaper than the best 6 + 2 codes, DECD is a bit more hassle since it takes three orders to get all your DVDs. Also, they will usually charge a bit too much in shipping ($2.50 each versus $1.99) when you place the order for the last three and you will have to get the mistake corrected. (But sometimes they charge no shipping at all for the final three enrollments.)

PSN For God's Sake
 

Every time I try to use one of the codes to join I have to enter a freakin' PSN. What's the deal? I wanna do this and be billed for it. I think it's impossible.

Re: PSN For God's Sake
 

Can you do it with a 72S type 6 + 2 code? No. But you have several other options if you are willing to pay up-front with a check. If you truly want CH to send you DVDs before you pay for them, yes, that option has disappeared for the most part. Why? Columbia House was defrauded by people who ordered numerous enrollment packages and never paid for them. So they went to pay first, whether by credit card or check.

If you just want to use a check instead of a credit card, you could use a 2 + 2 + 3 code, like DECD, and print out the order and mail it in with a check, no PSN required. Pretty simple and it works. Or you could just send in one of the mail offers that CH sends those of us who have been members before or are found in magazines and numerous other places. The latter offers aren't as good as DECD but they are way cheaper than most stores for DVD buying. And they say "Send no money now, we will bill you".

It's up to you.

I've used a lot of PSN's on online applications that got lost. Can PSN's be used more than once?

Thanks

Not in my experience applying online.

What's a PSN?

Whats a dvd?

You may be right. The last time I did re-use a PSN on-line was in March, so I can't say if it is still possible. (Since then I have been using codes that don't require a PSN, with mixed results.) I will delete my post above. Best to use a new PSN for on-line applications or call in orders.

From the FAQ thread at the top of this forum:

h. The CSR or website asks for a "Preferred Status Number" (PSN) with my code. What is that?
Many of the better codes (such as 67P) require a PSN to use. A PSN is simply any previous Columbia House 11-digit membership number. Membership numbers from the Music, DVD, Video, or TV Greats Clubs will all work. If you do not have a previous membership, you should be able to bluff you way through a phone order. Oftentimes on the phone, a CSR will not ask for a PSN, or you can get away with telling them that you don't have one.

I'm ready to pop my CH cherry, but I want to make sure I'm doing things properly. That DECD code looks good since I don't have a PSN or a CC at this time (just changed banks). I pretty much just want to verify that I will have an opportunity to get all 7 DVD's in one pop as opposed to writing three different checks and getting three seperate orders over a period of time. Also, would I get a PSN after making this purchase? I apologize for my ignorance.

Nice , just signed up for another account . Been a while and took some work to find a old customer number but it's in . We shall see if it gets lost :)

No, DECD definitely would require three orders and three checks. There are some codes that require no fulfillment, meaning that you can just place one order, get the DVDs, and cancel the account, but they are quite expensive by our standards here (around $10 per DVD, IIRC).

At minimum, you will need to place two orders with most codes. And the best priced of those 6/2 codes require a PSN or a credit card.

I am afraid I don't have an answer for you. It is actually a bit difficult to find ways to pay using a check (although it can be done using mail-in orders). But in one order with decent prices? I don't think that it can be done.

In answer to the last question: yes, you would get an account number that could be used as a PSN for your next order, thus simplifying things the next time around.

Thanks for the info. I'll probably just write a check to a family member or friend and use their CC for buying movies until I get my own from the bank.

Not necessary newbie.

Thanks lizard. Does it have to be a previous membership number or can it be one that you still have opened?

An open account number should work fine. (The purpose of the PSN appears to be to show CH that you have been a customer before and have paid your bills.)

Received this code in the mail, which looks the same as the other best code available.

J8Y
- PSN required, but not credit card
You get 5 DVDs for 49¢ each-- shipping and processing is FREE!
Take a 6th movie now for $14.95 (FREE shipping and processing)and have only 2 more movies to buy in the next 2 years. Plus, you can even take a 7th movie for the special price of $9.95--shipping and processing is once again FREE.

Zip.

It is necessary, I was mocking someone who asked a stupid question. IE the answer is all over the place, look a little.

Thanks for posting that Movie_Man. The 72SD still works, but it's good to know another current code. I just punched J8YD into the web sign-up screen and it did indeed yield the 72SD type details:

You get 5 DVDs for 49¢ each-- shipping and processing is FREE!
As a Club member, all you need to do is buy 3 more movies in the next 2 years at regular Club prices (currently as low as $19.95 plus shipping and processing). You may cancel anytime thereafter by contacting customer service.

ADVANCE BONUS OFFER!

Take a 6th movie now for $14.95 (FREE shipping and processing)and have only 2 more movies to buy (instead of 3) in the next 2 years. Plus, you can even take a 7th movie for the special price of $9.95--shipping and processing is once again FREE.

Damn Newbie, if you act like a jerk with something as petty as this, I would hate to see how you react to something that actually means something.

Zip.

Thanx for the new code, added to the list. :)

I can confirm that this code works - I just signed up with it online (applied Tuesday night, approved about an hour ago).

sent in a '37G' app last Thursday and haven't heard anything back on it. That's my umm.... 3rd lost application in a row, so looks like I will try phoning in my next order.

Phoning is the way to go. I've had eight phone applications accepted in four months (1 TV Edition, 7 regular DVD accts). This was after running a 90% failure rate on web-apps.

I have a question on restrictions for enrollment selections - do they apply to the $14.95 DVD you can purchase when enrolling?

Yes. The 14.95 title must be available for enrollment (neither the web site nor the CSRs will allow you to select a non-enrollment title on an application).

Thanks - and one more question, I notice that if you use the "search by selection number" tab, you can enter selections which would not normally appear in the enrollment list, and it will APPEAR to accept them - I got as far as the sign-up screen before aborting. I assume that at some point in the process, the app will be rejected.

I also noticed that the online catalog no longer has asterisks next to ineligible selections. When I opened a new account about a month ago they were still there - however, at least one I saw was wrong. There was an asterisk next to the one-disc edition of Dances with Wolves - but not the 2 disc set (which, in any event, was available).

I just tried DEC and DECD over the telephone three times. All the CSRs said it was dead.

DDK and DDM are kaput, also.

There's no question in your post, so I'll say this: if you cannot find a DVD by searching for its title on the enrollment site, you cannot enroll with it [with the exception of the phone-only titles {see the FAQ}]. Some folks got lucky with the Casablanca 2-disc before it was available for enrollment by searching for the selection number, but the success rate is very, very small.

I have received a "we want you back" code that, while not as good as the 72S type codes listed in the first post, is better than the standard 6/3 deal they send out: JNWD. The "bonus" is $9.95 instead of $14.95, saving $5 on the overall membership cost.

Enrollment: 5 x 49¢ + $9.95 (free shipping) = $12.40 (6 DVDs)
Fulfillment: 3 x $19.95 + $6.97 (shipping) - $5 (web discount) = $61.82 (3 DVDs)

Total = $12.40 + $61.82 = $74.22 (9 DVDs)

Average = $74.22/9 = ~$8.25

JNWD requires a PSN.

I hope that the appearance of JNWD is not indicative of a retreat by CH from the 72S type deals. $8.25 isn't bad, but it's $1.09 more than we're used to. OTOH, it's an improvement to the normal "we want you back", so maybe it's a step in the right direction.

I don't know if this will help anyone but I enrolled using 37G and was approved within the week and recieved my enrollment package about 3 days after that.

I tried e7h over the phone last night and the csr could not find it in his system.

I then tried 67P and for that one the commitment was 4.

I will try others tonight.

DDH is almost the same ad DDK, but each of the 2+3 enrollments is $2.48 ($0.49 + $1.99 S&H). I think it averages out to $7.47.

DDL and DDV are the same as DDH.

DEC still shows up online.


I just found several codes that are 23e-type (6 for $17.40 and 2 fulfillments): BXND, DXND, JXND

Is it time to run the trawler again? Or, has there not been enough code turn-over yet??