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Directv Hd: Hd Tivo
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When it was released in 2004, the DirecTV HD TiVo... known as the Hughes HR10-250, was hard to beat. While it lacked the impressive networking features of standalone TiVos, it remained the only option for recording high-def programming for DirecTV customers--and the only "true" TiVo that could record HD programming. In the intervening years, though, a lot's changed. TiVo has shipped its Series3 HD model (it works only with cable and over-the-air HD, not satellite); TiVo and DirecTV, once strategic partners, have gone their separate ways; and DirecTV has begun HD broadcasting in a format known as HR20, which is capable of receiving its full range of HD channels, including an ever-expanding list of HD local stations throughout the country. With that in mind, does the old HD TiVo still deserve your consideration? Yes, it's on-screen interface is a lot slower than most of the newer DVRs, and it can't receive local HD channels--aside from the stock New York and L.A.
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*DirecTV DVRs and Series3 TiVos (in HD) record digital broadcast streams and all compression is determined by the broadcaster, so hours stated are estimates assuming average compression. Standard Definition TiVo DVR and TiVo Upgrade Kit capacities are stated at Basic Quality. All capacities may vary due to hard drive models used. Capacities are guaranteed to be within 5% larger or smaller of stated size. Email with any questions.
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As expected, the HD version of the DirecTV TiVo receiver performed just as well as previous standard-def models, such as the SD-DVR40 or the Philips DSR708. Thanks to the TiVo interface, searching for and selecting shows to watch or record, in standard or high definition, was an easy affair. Likewise, managing recorded programs and Wish Lists was simple and straightforward. And because the TiVo is always on, you can pause and rewind live TV at any time.
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The BCM7037 enables the advanced HD video/audio/graphics and DVR capabilities in the HD-DVR250 model DIRECTV® HD DVR. One of the first products on the market to combine the best HD and DVR capabilities in a set- top box, the DIRECTV® DVR with TiVo® service applies familiar DVR functionality to DIRECTV and off-air ATSC high-definition programming, including the ability to record, pause, rewind and watch instant replays of live television. The new DIRECTV box features a much larger recording capacity than existing DIRECTV DVRs, and features component and digital video outputs for enhanced audio and video.
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DirecTV has phased out its TiVo-branded HD DVR, the HR10-250, which can only decode the older MPEG-2 signals. All DirecTV-delivered local HDTV stations (outside of the NYC and LA network stations) are encoded in MPEG-4. The HR10-250 will be not be able to receive these local HDTV stations in these markets but can still receive over-the-air ATSC broadcasts in these markets.
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The DIRECTV Plus® HD DVR delivers 100% digital-quality DIRECTV® programming. Fully-compatible with DIRECTV's entire HD offerings, the DIRECTV Plus HD DVR is the only way to get the full line of HD Programming from DIRECTV via satellite. NOTE: This unit IS a digital video recorder, but it is NOT a "TiVo" (in other words, it does NOT have the TiVo software and does not use the TiVo peanut remote).
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