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Watch recordings on deactivated box

Discussion in 'DIRECTV HD DVR/Receiver Discussion' started by JerseyBoy, Jan 24, 2016.

  1. Jan 24, 2016 #1 of 4
    JerseyBoy

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    Can previously recorded shows be watch after a box is deactivated?
     
  2. Jan 24, 2016 #2 of 4
    dpeters11

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    At least for a time if the box is disconnected from coax first.
     
  3. Jan 24, 2016 #3 of 4
    Logandros

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    I've had my disconnect HR34 running for almost 2 months now to finish a series I recorded. I unplugged the coax (no reason to keep it in).
     
  4. Jan 24, 2016 #4 of 4
    carl6

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    As noted, you MUST disconnect the coax before having the unit deactivated. If you deactivate first, DirecTV sends a command to the box shutting it down, and you can't watch any recordings. I would also disconnect ethernet (if it is connected). From that point on, people have experienced varying amounts of time where they were able to watch recordings, ranging from a few days to a few months.
     

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