on phone with agent.. software for dual buffer released?

[mstbone67a]

agent is telling me that there is sw release to support dlb out right now for hr20 anyone have it yet..



and the external am21 is coming out march for the hr21 but she didn't have the exact cost.. which is covered in another thread

lindsey was the csr
she seemed to know alot of stuff that is coming out. :D

FYI.. kill this thread if someone else got this.. I was just calling d* to ask a question and thought hmm let me ask..

[tonyd79]

Lindsey would be a 900 number for some posters here. Telling them what they want to hear and they can enjoy it even if it isn't true.

:)

[PoitNarf]

agent is telling me that there is sw release to support dlb

HIGHLY unlikely

[HDTVsportsfan]

First time I've heard of the "DLB Software" released for the HRXX. I agree w/ PoinNarf. :D

[tonyd79]

First time I've heard of the "DLB Software". I agree w/ PoinNarf. :D

Well, it would be software. The hardware is already there.

But it is still nonsense, unless Earl has been holding out on us. ;)

[ProfLonghair]

agent, huh? Sounds fishy....

[curt8403]

agent, huh? Sounds fishy....

it seems to be real, here are the release notes. this is for Hr20-100
x1EA - first downloaded Jan 16, 2008
New features (general):
Display HD Resolution OSD as a suggestion when on an HD channel without HD resolution selected.
Adult Channel Hiding capability.
Quick Menu improvements.
Added cell coloring in the Guide for unsubscribed channels.
Yellow key activates Option Menu in appropriate screens.
Green key audio cycling when viewing video.
Keep Live-TV Review Buffer with ability to pause Live-TV when switching between Playback.
Pressing ENTER key in full-screen displays RID OSD.
Ability to test HD transponders from Ka-band during guided setup.
Improves signal meter responsiveness and transponder scanning.
Display SWM version.
New features (DIRECTV on Demand):
Alternate home page (for systems not yet networked).
DIRECTV on Demand in Quick Menu (even if not yet networked).
Triple-click (for use in the search).
Fixes:
Stability.
Access to record options when no scheduled episode.
Display of PPV purchase date and time corrected.
OSD “Please Wait” added when switching language.
Interactive Channel loading improved.
here is HR20-700
x1EA - first downloaded Jan 9, 2008
New features (general):
Display HD Resolution OSD as a suggestion when on an HD channel without HD resolution selected.
Adult Channel Hiding capability.
Quick Menu improvements.
Added cell coloring in the Guide for unsubscribed channels.
Yellow key activates Option Menu in appropriate screens.
Green key audio cycling when viewing video.
Keep Live-TV Review Buffer with ability to pause Live-TV when switching between Playback.
Pressing ENTER key in full-screen displays RID OSD.
Ability to test HD transponders from Ka-band during guided setup.
Improves signal meter responsiveness and transponder scanning.
Display SWM version.
New features (DIRECTV on Demand):
Alternate home page (for systems not yet networked).
DIRECTV on Demand in Quick Menu (even if not yet networked).
Triple-click (for use in the search).
Fixes:
Stability.
Access to record options when no scheduled episode.
Display of PPV purchase date and time corrected.
OSD "Please Wait" added when switching language.
Interactive Channel loading improved.

[HDTVsportsfan]

Well, it would be software. The hardware is already there.

But it is still nonsense, unless Earl has been holding out on us. ;)

Splitting hairs w/ me aren't you. ;)

I changed the wording.

[ProfLonghair]

it seems to be real, here are the release notes. this is for Hr20-100
x1EA - first downloaded Jan 16, 2008
New features (general):
Display HD Resolution OSD as a suggestion when on an HD channel without HD resolution selected.
Adult Channel Hiding capability.
Quick Menu improvements.
Added cell coloring in the Guide for unsubscribed channels.
Yellow key activates Option Menu in appropriate screens.
Green key audio cycling when viewing video.
Keep Live-TV Review Buffer with ability to pause Live-TV when switching between Playback.
Pressing ENTER key in full-screen displays RID OSD.
Ability to test HD transponders from Ka-band during guided setup.
Improves signal meter responsiveness and transponder scanning.
Display SWM version.
New features (DIRECTV on Demand):
Alternate home page (for systems not yet networked).
DIRECTV on Demand in Quick Menu (even if not yet networked).
Triple-click (for use in the search).
Fixes:
Stability.
Access to record options when no scheduled episode.
Display of PPV purchase date and time corrected.
OSD “Please Wait” added when switching language.
Interactive Channel loading improved.
here is HR20-700
x1EA - first downloaded Jan 9, 2008
New features (general):
Display HD Resolution OSD as a suggestion when on an HD channel without HD resolution selected.
Adult Channel Hiding capability.
Quick Menu improvements.
Added cell coloring in the Guide for unsubscribed channels.
Yellow key activates Option Menu in appropriate screens.
Green key audio cycling when viewing video.
Keep Live-TV Review Buffer with ability to pause Live-TV when switching between Playback.
Pressing ENTER key in full-screen displays RID OSD.
Ability to test HD transponders from Ka-band during guided setup.
Improves signal meter responsiveness and transponder scanning.
Display SWM version.
New features (DIRECTV on Demand):
Alternate home page (for systems not yet networked).
DIRECTV on Demand in Quick Menu (even if not yet networked).
Triple-click (for use in the search).
Fixes:
Stability.
Access to record options when no scheduled episode.
Display of PPV purchase date and time corrected.
OSD "Please Wait" added when switching language.
Interactive Channel loading improved.

Which one of those is DLB? The closest is
Keep Live-TV Review Buffer with ability to pause Live-TV when switching between Playback.
which just makes one of the work arounds a tad easier.

[curt8403]

Which one of those is DLB? The closest is
Keep Live-TV Review Buffer with ability to pause Live-TV when switching between Playback.
which just makes one of the work arounds a tad easier.

I guess you are correct. Live buffer is not DLB. but closer/ maybe soon

[litzdog911]

Don't hold your breath.

[veryoldschool]

I think if DLB EVER was added, you first clue would be that this server would be so busy that you couldn't log on the site.

[cdizzy]

I think if DLB EVER was added, you first clue would be that this server would be so busy that you couldn't log on the site.


:lol: No kidding.

[Earl Bonovich]

it seems to be real, here are the release notes.
....



Or you could just check the release notes forum here:

http://www.dbstalk.com/showthread.php?t=115284

[mstbone67a]

Keep Live-TV Review Buffer with ability to pause Live-TV when switching between Playback. was the exact wording she said.. but I asked if that meant i could pause both tuners and she thought yes..

on the sw release date she did mention a 1/9 for the hr20 but a new sw coming for the hr21 pending.

[Stuart Sweet]

I think there's some disconnect between what the CSR is saying and what is really happening. There is a discussion thread for Dual Buffers already in the HR20 forum.

[say-what]

I think there's some disconnect between what the CSR is saying and what is really happening. There is a discussion thread for Dual Buffers already in the HR20 forum.
That, or it could be that the CSR is one of many who doesn't know what the term "Dual Live Buffers" refers to - I'd say there are many out there who fit that description, including some TIVO users I know. They know the HR2x has 2 tuners and that it buffers live TV and the software notes say there is an update to fix the buffer.

[ProfLonghair]

May be it, the difference between "Dual buffers" and "Dual LIVE Buffers", and what we all really crave there (Except Jeremy)

[mattgwyther]

Earl, does this mean we can FINALLY share that DLB back door search phase with the forum?

BTW - I also have some ocean front property I'm looking to sell off in Arizona, if you are interested.

[cygnusloop]

The update to the SINGLE live buffer is very nice. While not quite "true" DLB, it is much closer than it was. For me, it solves 80-90% of my problems with the lack of DLB. You now only need to record one program, and can switch between them with the PREV button. It will also now hold the pause point on the buffering tuner. While the "final step" would be nice, I am very nearly satisfied with this update.

To reply to the OP, the CSR is just a little bit confused on this update. Her comments on the AM21 *may* be close to accurate, however. We'll see.

[gregjones]

It sounds like the CSR read the software release notes verbatim. Then the OP asked if that equated to DLB.

I do not get the impression that the CSR volunteered DLB as being available, just responded with actual documentation. If that is the case, this CSR should be patted on the back. Responding by reading published documentation is rarely a bad idea.

[scottjf8]

The update to the SINGLE live buffer is very nice. While not quite "true" DLB, it is much closer than it was. For me, it solves 80-90% of my problems with the lack of DLB. You now only need to record one program, and can switch between them with the PREV button. It will also now hold the pause point on the buffering tuner. While the "final step" would be nice, I am very nearly satisfied with this update.

Wish they would add this to the HR21 soon.

[Earl Bonovich]

Earl, does this mean we can FINALLY share that DLB back door search phase with the forum?

BTW - I also have some ocean front property I'm looking to sell off in Arizona, if you are interested.

Sure:

"IWANTTOKEEPDREAMING"

[Canis Lupus]

"iwillneverwakeup"

[ktk0117]

"friggingullible"

[Indiana627]

Sure:

"IWANTTOKEEPDREAMING"
I searched on that but nothing happened. What did I do wrong? I've been praying for DLB since my HR20 was installed!

:D

[hdtvfan0001]

"iwillbuyanystory"

[tfederov]

"thedallascowboyshaveabetterchanceofgoingtothesuper bowlwithtonyromo"

[SPACEMAKER]

How do I get my HR20-100 to download the updates?

[veryoldschool]

How do I get my HR20-100 to download the updates?
National releases are pushed. The CE test software would be found over in the CE forum.
If you wanted to force a download: reset the receiver and at the "hello" screen press 0 2 4 6 8.

[Supervolcano]

Ummm, Earl...

Any idea why a CSR is reading CE Release Notes to customers?
:lol:
Too Funny!!!
Sorry, but I couldn't help pointing out the irony of this.
!rolling

[SPACEMAKER]

National releases are pushed. The CE test software would be found over in the CE forum.
If you wanted to force a download: reset the receiver and at the "hello" screen press 0 2 4 6 8.

That scares me. I'm just going to wait until they send it to me. Also, my box is not hooked up to a phone line or internet so I really don't want to screw it up.

[ProfLonghair]

That scares me. I'm just going to wait until they send it to me. Also, my box is not hooked up to a phone line or internet so I really don't want to screw it up.

Everyone's scared the first time, but I promise, we'll be gentle (well, some of us will be gentle)


join us......joins us.........

Check out the CE forums, I don't think anyone has bricked theirs in a long time (why do I feel like I'm going to regret saying that....)

[venuslight]

Ummm, Earl...

Any idea why a CSR is reading CE Release Notes to customers?
:lol:
Too Funny!!!
Sorry, but I couldn't help pointing out the irony of this.
!rolling


It's a National Release, not a CE...

[Supervolcano]

It's a National Release, not a CE...
My Bad