[zipbags]

I have an HD receiver on one set and a regular dvr on another set. I am getting a free HR20 to use on my hd tv. Just wondering what people think about it? I had a bunch of software problems with my regular dvr. I had to reboot the whole system from scratch to get it corrected. I also see a lot of software questions here. I assume this unit will download the newer software. Any bits of advice would be helpful.

Thanks!!

 

[litzdog911]

You'll find lots of stories about the new HR20 HD DVR here. Don't let the negative slant scare you, though. Most folks only come here when they have a problem, so you don't see too many positive posts here. In my opinion the HR20 is now a reliable DVR and you'll likely be happy with one.

 

[litzdog911]

Oh, and yes, it will download the latest software when it's installed.

 

[say-what]

Like anything new, it takes a bit to get used to the interface - the DirecTIVO was much more intuitive, but the H20 get's the job done. As for problems, other than suddenly dropping 3 OTA's last night (my other 2 boxes - H20 and HR10-250 - did the same) I really don't have any complaints about the unit. Oh, it is noisier than the TIVO (you notice that when it's in a bedroom) and could use a cooling fan....I've only had mine for about a month, but I'm happy.

 

[spolaski]

I have an HD receiver on one set and a regular dvr on another set. I am getting a free HR20 to use on my hd tv. Just wondering what people think about it? I had a bunch of software problems with my regular dvr. I had to reboot the whole system from scratch to get it corrected. I also see a lot of software questions here. I assume this unit will download the newer software. Any bits of advice would be helpful.

Thanks!!

There's this thread as well on how to migrate from Tivo to HR20

http://www.dbstalk.com/showthread.php?t=69404

 

[Slip Jigs]

I have an HD receiver on one set and a regular dvr on another set. I am getting a free HR20 to use on my hd tv. Just wondering what people think about it? I had a bunch of software problems with my regular dvr. I had to reboot the whole system from scratch to get it corrected. I also see a lot of software questions here. I assume this unit will download the newer software. Any bits of advice would be helpful.

Thanks!!

All I can say is, whatever minor problems I have had with the equipment and service, it's all worth it to be able to view, record and playback HD programming.

 

[jheda]

All I can say is, whatever minor problems I have had with the equipment and service, it's all worth it to be able to view, record and playback HD programming.

Ditto: there are a few things i miss about directivo but overall happier each week

 

[Stuart Sweet]

Check out the new Information Resources subforum for an excellent survival guide and other well-written documents.

 

[DishDog]

I have an HD receiver on one set and a regular dvr on another set. I am getting a free HR20 to use on my hd tv. Just wondering what people think about it? I had a bunch of software problems with my regular dvr. I had to reboot the whole system from scratch to get it corrected. I also see a lot of software questions here. I assume this unit will download the newer software. Any bits of advice would be helpful.Thanks!!

The HR20 is a "work in progress" but well worth the wait. It has great promise and is improving all the time. And the super helpful people on this forum are an "undocumented" feature.

 

[bobsloop]

I like my HR20. I haven't had any major problems.