Any news on new 1080p Directv HD DVR? - Blu-ray Forum

Go Blue · 08-27-2008, 03:26 PM

Anyone have any info on when/if Directv will be releasing a 1080p capable HD DVR? Also, does anyone know of a HD DVR that has 2 HDMI outputs? I have the HR20 and it only has 1.

greekjgg · 08-27-2008, 03:28 PM

I thought their 1080p content would only be on ppv? If so, wouldn't that make the dvr part of it redundant?

bda4life · 08-27-2008, 04:01 PM

I honestly don't think that D* will make a 1080P DVR anytime soon. From what I remember, the press release stated that they would soon offer PPV movies in the 1080P format. Not sure if you could copy these to the DVR in the first place??? Also, why would D* come out with a 1080P DVR if none of their broadcast channels are going to be in that format (too much bandwidth).

Lastly, I am unaware of an HD DVR with 2 HDMI ports. In you have not already, check out dbstalk.com. There are a lot of knowledgable people on that site when it comes to D*.

Later

TheJesus · 08-27-2008, 04:22 PM

1080p is no good if the picture still looks like this:

Have they done anything to increase their bandwidth? The last time I watched something in 1080i or 720p on DirectTV the macroblocking was unbearable.

Mr_Bester · 08-27-2008, 05:04 PM

They are currently testing the 1080p vod using the existing(1st gen) HR20.

Go Blue · 08-27-2008, 05:08 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mr_Bester

They are currently testing the 1080p vod using the existing(1st gen) HR20.

That kinda sucks...I could use two HDMI outputs.

love blu or go home! · 08-27-2008, 06:04 PM

You can get this from monoprice it's 70 bucks and even works with ps3.

http://www.monoprice.com/products/pr...seq=1&format=2

Entertainment72 · 08-27-2008, 06:25 PM

Direct TV from my experience doesn't even have the best HD transmission to begin with.

My Comcast HD is better than Direct TV and Comcast isn't anything to write home about.

Themoth · 08-27-2008, 06:46 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Entertainment72

Direct TV from my experience doesn't even have the best HD transmission to begin with.

My Comcast HD is better than Direct TV and Comcast isn't anything to write home about.

Have to disagree with that. Comcast blows

arush5268d · 08-27-2008, 06:50 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Themoth

Have to disagree with that. Comcast blows

+1

fupduk2 · 08-27-2008, 07:01 PM

My DirectTV HD content is most excellent. I really enjoy watching it. Can't wait for more.

Sonny · 08-27-2008, 07:27 PM

I'll take my Time Warner anyday

Road Runner Turbo!!!!

mgonzo2u · 08-27-2008, 07:28 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Themoth

Have to disagree with that. Comcast blows

Fact

The only HD broadcast content that could possibly rival DTV is Verizon Fios and since they do not service my area, I have the best in DTV HD.

Plus, as an NFL fan, DTV is the only option you have in the states to access the NFL Sunday Ticket.

That puts DTV over the top.

RIPSeanTaylor21 · 08-27-2008, 07:30 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Themoth

Have to disagree with that. Comcast blows

I must agree, Comcast does suck, If Verizon Fios is available, get it, so much better than comcast hd,

08-27-2008, 03:26 PM	#1
Go Blue Blu-ray Knight Top ranked HT gallery Member since:Jul 2007 Home Theater Gallery:23 Blu-ray collection:160 Trading Score:7	Any news on new 1080p Directv HD DVR? Anyone have any info on when/if Directv will be releasing a 1080p capable HD DVR? Also, does anyone know of a HD DVR that has 2 HDMI outputs? I have the HR20 and it only has 1.

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08-27-2008, 03:28 PM	#2
greekjgg Expert Member Member since:Jun 2007 Trading Score:1	I thought their 1080p content would only be on ppv? If so, wouldn't that make the dvr part of it redundant?

08-27-2008, 04:01 PM	#3
bda4life Active Member Member since:May 2007	I honestly don't think that D* will make a 1080P DVR anytime soon. From what I remember, the press release stated that they would soon offer PPV movies in the 1080P format. Not sure if you could copy these to the DVR in the first place??? Also, why would D* come out with a 1080P DVR if none of their broadcast channels are going to be in that format (too much bandwidth). Lastly, I am unaware of an HD DVR with 2 HDMI ports. In you have not already, check out dbstalk.com. There are a lot of knowledgable people on that site when it comes to D*. Later

08-27-2008, 04:22 PM	#4
TheJesus Active Member Member since:Jul 2008 Location:Baltimore, MD Blu-ray collection:84	1080p is no good if the picture still looks like this: Have they done anything to increase their bandwidth? The last time I watched something in 1080i or 720p on DirectTV the macroblocking was unbearable.

08-27-2008, 05:04 PM	#5
Mr_Bester Active Member Member since:Oct 2007 Blu-ray collection:83	They are currently testing the 1080p vod using the existing(1st gen) HR20.

08-27-2008, 06:04 PM	#7
love blu or go home! Active Member Member since:Oct 2007 Location:NYC, New York Trading Score:3	You can get this from monoprice it's 70 bucks and even works with ps3. http://www.monoprice.com/products/pr...seq=1&format=2

08-27-2008, 06:25 PM	#8
Entertainment72 Special Member Member since:Jan 2008 Location:Fort Myers, FL Blu-ray collection:44 Blu-ray reviews:1	Direct TV from my experience doesn't even have the best HD transmission to begin with. My Comcast HD is better than Direct TV and Comcast isn't anything to write home about.

08-27-2008, 07:01 PM	#11
fupduk2 Senior Member Member since:Aug 2007 4K collection:54 Blu-ray collection:328	My DirectTV HD content is most excellent. I really enjoy watching it. Can't wait for more.

08-27-2008, 07:27 PM	#12
Sonny Blu-ray Ninja Member since:Aug 2007 Home Theater Gallery:8 Blu-ray reviews:6 Trading Score:1	I'll take my Time Warner anyday Road Runner Turbo!!!!

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