Reviews of the DirecTV HR20 (DirecTV Plus HD DVR)
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CNET Review
The Good: Receives and records new MPEG-4 AVC programming, including local and other HD channels not available on older receivers; can record two HD shows simultaneously while playing back a third; can record two over-the-air HD programs simultaneously; excellently designed interface includes contextual menu; easy one-touch recording from EPG or live TV; search function includes history; great range of EPG sort criteria; can bookmark scenes within recordings for easy access; RF-capable remote; impressive image quality.
The Bad: Operational bugs include occasional dropped video and audio, crashes, and missed recordings; lacks true 30-second skip function; no picture-in-picture; generally lighter selection of local HD sports channels than cable; no aspect-ratio control with HD sources; EPG still cannot be limited to only subscribed-to channels; cannot properly extend end time of scheduled recordings; somewhat noisy when running.
The Bottom Line: The DirecTV HR20 is easy to use and offers plenty of features, but its operational bugs make use more of a headache than with other DVRs.
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alaTest.com
Review Summary: Experts rate this product 76/100 and users 44/100. Comparing these reviews to 19390 other Digital Video Recorders (DVR) reviews gives this product an overall alaScore™ 73/100 = Good.
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No Rating
e-gear.com
Review Summary: The guide needs more precisely defined metadata, though. Program this device to record just all episodes of Comedy Central's The Daily Show, and the recorder will still capture the four repeats happening in the same 24 hour cycle. Yes, you could
Manufacturer: Hughes Network Systems
Part number: DVR HR20
General
- Product Type HD DVR
- Width 15.1 in
- Depth 12.2 in
- Height 2.8 in
- Weight 9.5 lbs
DVR
- Max Recording Capacity 200 hour(s)
- Video Compression Standard(s) MPEG-4, MPEG-2
- Instant Replay Yes
- Pause Live TV Yes
- Simultaneous Record And Playback Yes
- One Touch Recording Yes
- Sound Output Mode Stereo
- Compatible Audio Encoding System(s) Dolby Digital
Personal TV Service Features
- Now Playing Yes
- On-Screen Program Guide Yes
TV System
- Satellite TV Type DIRECTV
- Tuner Qty 4
- Reception System ATSC
Remote Control
- Type Remote control
- Supported Devices VCR, TV, DVD player, Cable box
- Technology Infrared/radio
Connections
- Connector Type 1 x RF input ( F connector ) - Rear, 2 x Audio line-out ( RCA phono x 2 ) - Rear, 1 x S-Video output ( 4 pin mini-DIN ) - Rear, 1 x SPDIF output - Rear, 1 x Phone line ( RJ-11 ) - Rear, 1 x Network ( RJ-45 ) - Rear, 1 x Component video output ( RCA phono x 3 ) - Rear, 1 x USB ( 4 pin USB Type A ) - Rear, 1 x HDMI ( 19 pin HDMI Type A ) - Rear, 2 x Satellite antenna ( F connector ) - Rear, 2 x Composite video output ( RCA phono ) - Rear
Miscellaneous
- Cables Included S-Video cable, Video / audio cable, Component video cable, Phone line cable
Manufacturer Warranty
- Service & Support Details Limited warranty - 90 days
Product Photos
User Opinions
Buying Choices
HR21 HD DVR Satellite Receiver from 2 online stores: Lowest Price: $175.12
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Circuit City
$199.00 |
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ABT
$175.12 |
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