As a subscriber who recently moved into a new home, I had the chance to put those DirecTV commercials to the test. Would it really be a hassle-free experience?
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In fact, it was. I called DirecTV to inform them of my move, scheduled a date for the new dish installation (a Sunday, at that), packed up my and, and went on my way. The commercials hint at free equipment upgrades, so I made a point to ask about this during the call.
What I got was a free upgrade from the H20 to an HR24 HD DVR, as long as I was willing to agree to a new two-year commitment (which I was).Additional Resources. Read a review of the. Read by the staff at Home Theater Review. Find an or to connect with the DirecTV HR24.The installation was quick and painless, performed by two courteous DirecTV installers. My previous install required the running of two lines to the HR21 in order to get the dual-tuner functionality.
This time around, thanks to DirecTV's Single Wire Multiswitch (aka SWiM) technology, the installers were able to run a single coaxial cable to each set-top box, which allowed them to use the house's existing wiring. I'm now enjoying a two-DVR household; should I choose to pay $3 per month to add the Whole-Home DVR service, I could record different content on each box and watch it on whichever box I choose.As I write this, I've spent about a week and a half with the HR24, and I'm quite pleased with it.
The HR24 has a 500GB hard drive and, as I alluded to above, dual tuners to record two shows simultaneously or watch one show while you record another (over-the-air ATSC tuners are not included). Its functionality and user interface are essentially the same as I described in, but the new box does have a few notable differences. The HR23 used wide-band tuners that allow you to tune in the complete HD channel lineup without the addition of the small B-Band Converter box that sits between the coaxial cable and the receiver; from many reports I've seen, the HR23 was quite slow as a result. The HR24 does not use the wide-band tuners, so you will need the B-Band boxes if you have a non-SWiM installation. (Because I have a SwiM install, I don't need B-Band boxes for the HR24 or my old HR21.) Having never used the HR23, I can't say how the HR24's speed compares with its direct predecessor, but I can tell you that the new box is much faster-in channel changing and guide navigation-than the HR21.The HR24 also has a and a new, more stylish aesthetic. Gone are the hard buttons of previous models, replaced with a completely smooth front panel with touch-sensitive controls for guide, menu, record, resolution, navigation, and select, as well as lights to indicate resolution. The access card hides behind a panel on the right, and a USB port hides behind a panel on the left, to which you can attach the optional AM21 tuner module for over-the-air HD tuning (this port does not support media playback, wireless networking, or external USB hard drives).
The back panel offers one HDMI, one component video, one S-video, and one composite video output, as well as both optical and coaxial digital audio outs. A single Ethernet port is included to add the box to your home network, which is necessary for ordering VOD titles. The HR24 also offers internal support for the DirecTV Ethernet Coaxial Adapter (DECA)-which is DirecTV's implementation of MoCA technology-so you have the option of networking directly through the coaxial cable. Other back-panel connections include a phone jack, a second USB port, and an eSATA port to add a larger hard drive.The RC65R remote has the standard DirecTV look and layout. It lacks backlighting but supports IR and RF control (the RF antenna is built into the HR24).
DirecTV has added two-way programming capability that allows the HR24 to automatically program the remote, making it very easy to add control of your TV and two.Click on over to Page 2 to ready all about the High Points, Low Points, Competition and Comparison and Conclusion.
FeaturesGENIEHD DVRTiVoDVRGENIE LITEHDSTANDARDNEW! Watch stunning 4K programming on your 4K TV.
(Requires an Internet-connected receiver and a 4K Genie Mini)Connect up to 8 TVs wirelessly to a single DVR and place them anywhere in your home, even outside 1.Record and watch your favoriteprograms on any connected TV.RVU technology built in: compatible with Smart TVs, which lets you enjoy a full HD DVR experience in other rooms without additional receivers 2.Record 5 HD shows at once.Enjoy HD resolutions up to 1080p.NEW! Restart live shows if you tune in late. Watch programs you forgot to record up to 72 hours after airing.Record, pause and rewind live TV.Control what your children can watch.Find what you want to watch faster. Search by title, actor name, any keyword you choose.R22 Model OnlyH21, H23, and H24 Models OnlySchedule DVR recordings from any computer, tablet or smartphone.Choose from thousands of On Demand movies and shows. (Requires an Internet-connected receiver).R22 Model OnlyEnjoy interactive TV apps, including Weather and more.HR20 and upR22 Model OnlyStay on top of all the game scoreswith ScoreGuide ™.Easily switch between games withDoublePlay.R22 Model OnlyGet real-life sound to match your brilliant HD picture with Dolby Digital® or Dolby Digital® Plus surround sound.
3.See who's calling with on-screenCaller ID 4.View subtitles when the program'saudio is hard to hear.HR20 and upR22 Model OnlyH21 and H23Models Only. Requires an Internet-connected Genie HD DVR (model HR34 or higher) connected to a primary television, a Wireless Genie Mini (model C41 or higher) in each additional room, and a Wireless Video Bridge. The primary television must be connected to the Genie HD DVR so wireless connection not available for that TV. Actual range of wireless signal varies and may be affected by several factors including, but not limited to: thick walls, metal objects and other obstructions, electromagnetic interference and other environmental factors.
Connections of Wireless Genie Mini to TV and power source are required. For residential use in a single household only.
DIRECTV Whole-Home DVR service requires a DIRECTV HD DVR, Advanced Receiver Service (ARS) fee of $15/mo., and Whole-Home-enabled HD Receiver for each additional TV (or RVU enabled devices with the Genie HD DVR model HR 34 and above). Limit one remote viewing per HD DVR at a time, or up to three with the Genie HD DVR.
For more information, visit directv.com/wholehome. On select programming. Requires additional equipment, sold separately. 'Dolby' and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
You must be subscribed to Caller ID service from your phone service provider and have a phone line connected to your receiver.