DirecTV 6.2 TiVo Software Upgrade

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DirecTV 6.2 TiVo Software Upgrade

Now_playing_list DirecTV sent out a mailer to me tonight that let me know to be on the lookout for the TiVo 6.2 OS upgrade that should be coming soon to my DirecTiVo reciever. It looks like they've rewritten the menuing system to make the guide more responsive and they've added folders from the TiVo 4.0 OS.

Unfortunately, no mention of any other TiVo 4.0 OS features like the home media option, and no mention of TiVo 7.1 features like TiVoToGo. It appears to be just folders and faster menus, and it's the first major update in quite some time.

Anyone got the new update and get anything more out of their DirecTiVo than just those two things?

by Matt Haughey May 5, 2005 in DirecTV, News

Comments

Sigh. This whole situation with DirecTiVo is honestly making me consider going back to cable. I suppose I could just get a standalone box and keep the satellite, but the HD options with cable are better too...

Posted by: Rob at May 5, 2005 10:03:15 PM

Double Sigh. From the FAQ:

"SONY SAT-T60, PHILIPS DSR6000R, HUGHES GXCEBOT and HR10-250 will not receive the 6.2 software upgrade at this time."

That means neither of my DirecTivos will be upgraded. Sheesh.

Posted by: Jeff Weitzman at May 6, 2005 12:03:15 AM

Got the update a month or more ago. Right around the same time I submitted this as a news item to PVRblog ;)

The only other 'feature' was sorting of the New Playing list.

Posted by: Joost Schuur at May 6, 2005 12:17:37 AM

I rec'd the 6.2 update some time ago. The new menus are nice and perhaps quicker, but not much else is new here. Not even a sniff of HMO. The only other little fix I've noticed is that the "skip to tick marks" function now seems to always work, not just when you are recording something. I'm giving up on DTV doing the right thing -- I'm going to spend $30 and have someone hack my DirecTivo so that I get HMO.

Posted by: rooneydog at May 6, 2005 12:19:01 AM

Having only a series 1 tivo, maybe I'm missing something, but what good would TivoToGo do you on DirecTivo? Isn't that just for playing files off of networked Tivos? I wasn't aware that hardware existed.

Posted by: grovberg at May 6, 2005 7:10:01 AM

God, I wish this would come to the HD Tivo. I love it, but living without folders is a nightmare. Mine's got 400+ hours of standard definition capacity so the list gets hella long.

Any word on the HD Tivo getting an update?

Posted by: Tom at May 6, 2005 7:16:40 AM

You're right, TivoToGo only matters for networked TiVos. Series 2 DirecTiVos have the hardware for that, but the software is explicitly turned off.

Wishing for TivoToGo implies that a whole bunch of other stuff should be fixed, too :-P

Posted by: Matthew Weigel at May 6, 2005 11:04:08 AM

I found it interesting that the mailer barely even refers to Tivo itself. In fact, before I opened it up and read it I thought that they might be replacing my Directivo with something else. Inside, the only thing that indicates at all that it's a Tivo is the little logo. Otherwise it's a DirecTV PVR.

Weird huh?

Posted by: John Beeler at May 7, 2005 7:10:49 AM

TiVo is going to lose me, as is DirecTV if they keep this up. Well maybe TiVo will get me back when they jump onto Comcast DVRs next year :)

Posted by: Steve at May 7, 2005 3:55:04 PM

Any news about the ads that pop up when skipping the commercials? Is this in the 6.2 UPGD?

Posted by: Michael TiVo at May 9, 2005 2:11:06 PM

You can pay someone to hack your DirecTV Tivo so the home media option works? Sign me (coryjohn@yahoo.com) up!

Posted by: CJ at May 9, 2005 3:28:58 PM

When I called to cancel my DirecTV service last month (and after I was transferred to their super sales force bent on not letting me cancel) I was told these features were coming out and that home media features would be here by end of summer. I inquired about hem dropping TiVo as a partner and comming out with their own stuff and the guy confirmed those plans but said that TiVo customers would be supported indefinitely (without updates of course).

I am glad I left - don't need that much tv - but I do much the digital feed being directly recorded. I had forgotten how bad the compression can be if you don't record at the highest setting.

Posted by: Ben at May 11, 2005 9:32:38 AM

Does anybody know how this upgrade is handled by a directivo that is already hacked? Will i get these fantastic new features (sarcasm) or does the hack turn off these types of upgrades so that it remains hacked?

Posted by: Jon at May 12, 2005 5:55:14 AM

Any have any luck with the 30 sec advance with the 6.2 upgrade ? Mines doesn't seem to work any longer...

Posted by: dean may at May 20, 2005 10:54:22 AM

I also noticed that the 30-second skip hack no longer seems to work.

I hate to be this shallow, but I originally went with Replay because I felt so strongly about this feature, and only switched to TiVo when I heard that it could be hacked. Okay, and because DirectTV HDTiVo was the only HD PVR choice at the time...

It's not *quite* enough to make me switch, but it's absolutely enough to make me look at Comcast again.

So, do they have 30-second skip??

Posted by: tim at May 22, 2005 7:23:41 AM

My Hughes was upgraded to 6.2 last night
applied the 30sec skip s-p-s-30-s worked
just fine....... Dtv is moving on to mp4
so there's where they are spending their
time & money..."Tivo" & "DTV" have parted
ways..the next "upgrade" is the "DIRECTV Home Media Center" it would be nice if the legacy
boxs could be upgraded to the latest "bells &
whistles" but the hardware is years out of date.

Posted by: Jon at May 22, 2005 12:38:36 PM

I think this whole thing is a crack of crap. I have a DSR6000, and I'm STILL on version 3.1.0 still buggy, still no fixes. i understand it's hard to support the older hardware, but come on! TiVO is on version 7!!

Posted by: Eric Vitiello at May 23, 2005 1:47:21 PM

I think that the trick to the 30 sec skip is to be viewing a recorded program rather than watching live TV.

Posted by: Paul at May 24, 2005 2:25:21 PM

The 30 second skip works on DirectTivo 6.2, which I too got last night. The changing screen and surfing channels seem to perform a little better. Why doesn't DTV allow the USB port to be activated so we don't have to connect via a phone line??? It seems so simple not to have it. Does Directivo have the Tivo Central Online feature to schedule recording from the Internet?

Posted by: Jon at May 24, 2005 8:05:48 PM

First of all why is it takeing them so LONG?
Second of all put the 30secc. skip pre-installed. No one wants to go to the end in one c lick.
If Directv keeps this up im going to DISH!

Posted by: Aj at May 24, 2005 9:30:46 PM

Has anyone in Georgia gotten the update yet?

Posted by: coolbreeze06 at May 25, 2005 8:06:39 AM

Yup. In Georgia and got the update this week. The 30 second hack does work if you are watching a recorded program. Running Directivo RCA Series2 DVR40.

Posted by: Beavis Bob at May 25, 2005 6:39:03 PM

I got the upgrade a few weeks ago and I find it pretty disappointing. I would rather see HMO features and a way to actually use the USB port on my RCA receiver. Is there any way to see how much space is available for recordings? If there is, I've never figured it out.

Posted by: mike at May 31, 2005 10:45:37 AM

Got the upgrade to , and the USB ports are active,that is it lights up a USB wireless network adapter but I can't get it live on my network

Posted by: bp at Jun 1, 2005 9:58:14 AM

I got the update, and since then everything is running terribly. On playback as well as live tv, I get little pauses that last a second or two. During the Pistons game last night, I was about to go insane.

One other fucked up thing now: it seems as if my program guide info and my Season Pass list are out of sync. Or someething. E.g., it tells me there are no upcoming episodes of Young and the Restless (it's on every fucking weekday!), but I can use the guide on Live TV to scroll ahead and see the episodes there. I can even click on the episode in the guide and have it record this showing manually. But if I select View Upcoming Episodes, it says there are none. Very frustrating.

Re: 30-second skip. I swear I tried and tried to get this to work earlier today and it wasn't working. But then I just did it again and it worked. No idea what that's about...

Posted by: Jake at Jun 7, 2005 8:29:12 PM

I noticed that the channel you receive and favorite channels was wipped out when upgraded. DVR 7000.

Posted by: jlgolf at Jun 20, 2005 10:53:01 AM

MAN AM I PISSED!!!
I SAW THE AD IN BESTBUY ABOUT THE FREE TIVO SOFTWARE.
I FIGURED THEY FINALY GOT IT RIGHT I BOUGHT A USB NETWORK ADAPTER AND WENT HOME TO TRY IT OUT.
I GET TO THE DOWNLOAD WEBSITE AND I SEE ITS NOT FOR DIRECTV TIVO #$@@&^%$# MAN THE ONLY HOPE NOW IS WHAT THE DIRECTV GUY TOLD CJ "these features were coming out and that home media features would be here by end of summer.
THIS BETTER BE TRUE.
OR WHEN MY NEW CONTRACT RUNS OUT I WILL LET MY $1000 HDDVR BECOME JUST A DVR "NO DIRECTV" WITH HDTV AIR CHANNELS ONLY AND I WILL JUST RECORD EVERYTHING MANUALY "WITH OUT TIVO".

Posted by: SHOCKAZULU at Jun 27, 2005 7:36:03 AM

Go here.
http://phx.corporate-ir.net/phoenix.zhtml?c=127160&p=irol-newsArticle&ID=660038&highlight=
I found this info on the Directv site.

The DIRECTV Home Media Center, which will be available by the end of this year, will allow for networking throughout the house. DIRECTV customers with the Home Media Center will be able to share, move and view content from room to room.

The networked system's advanced middleware architecture will support additional functions via its broadband connection. Examples are support for personal computer connectivity, scheduling DVR recordings from the Internet, photos from wireless phones and video-on-demand. It is also MPEG-2 and MPEG-4 compatible, and as with all DIRECTV receivers, the product software can be upgraded via satellite.

Posted by: SHOCKAZULU at Jun 27, 2005 4:24:56 PM

Here's a copy of the recent exchange I had with DirecTV. Sounds to me like you'll need a new box for TiVoToGo-type functionality.

Thanks for the response Shiella. I know that the USB ports and TiVoToGo are currently unavailable; I’m looking for confirmation or denial that these features will be coming to the existing series 2 DirecTiVo install base. By omission however I suspect you’ve already answered.

Thanks again for your time.

--------------------------------------------------------------------------------

From: DIRECTV Customer Service [mailto:Feedback@directv.com]
Sent: Friday, July 15, 2005 12:10 AM

Dear ,

Thanks for your email about the DIRECTV DVR. The USB ports on our current DVR models are not available for networking, the TiVo Home Media Option or TiVo ToGo. Today, these features are only available on the TiVo Series 2 standalone models.

However, as you may have heard, we’re preparing to launch a new advanced technology system called the DIRECTV Home Media Center. Our new Home Media Center will allow you to share, move and view content from room to room, throughout the house. It will also have DVR functionality and the capability to support both standard-and high-definition signals. We expect to have more information about this new advanced receiver by the end of this year, so please stay tuned to DIRECTV.com for the latest updates.

Our goal is to continue to expand our programming and technology offerings, in order to bring you the best television entertainment experience available. Thanks again for writing to us!

Sincerely,

Shiella
DIRECTV Customer Service

---------------------------------------------------------------
Original Message Follows:

DIRECTV FEEDBACK MESSAGE

Subject: TiVo2Go

Details: What are the tentative timelines for enabling DVR USB ports for wireless network adapters and supporting TiVo2Go?
Thanks for your time.

Posted by: Andrew at Jul 15, 2005 10:13:08 AM

What I would hope is that DirecTV "open" their box up "NOW" so that it could accept Tivo series 2 software. That way we could use it as an interface to DirecTV and still assume that as TiVo and others write software for their box, the software was available for the DirecTV system.

Note: 1) I would not mind a charge (Est $50.00?) for opening up this interface as it would increase the functionality of the box.

2) Of course this would permit TiVo2Go, the USB port, interface to the internet, etc.

Thanks.

Posted by: Mike Liveright at Jul 16, 2005 2:14:45 PM

I don't think that DirecTV will ever support the USB ports, because they rely on the phone lines for Pay-Per-View purchases. They do not have the capability to get these via the internet, even though I don't understand why. So that is why they rely on the POTS line instead of USB. Just my 2 cents.

Posted by: Sean at Jul 20, 2005 8:35:30 PM

I have a friend that works for DTV...the new Home Media Center or whatever it's called is a Tivo replacement. You won't be able to link your Tivo to it - you're going to have to buy new hardware.

The software is supposed to be pretty whizbang, but if you're a Tivo subscriber, you're pretty much screwed.

Posted by: Matt at Jul 25, 2005 8:21:45 AM

Ever since receiving DirecTV's 6.2 upgrade my widescreen TV has been messed up. I never had any problems with my TV until their software came along. The perfect picture I once enjoyed is gone. The picture is now skewed with layers of black/white and some colors. It's as if the "vertical hold" on the color is out of sync. DVD's and nintendo work fine, PERFECT PICTURE, but anything I record or watch on regular TV has a crappy picture now. DirecTV "technical support" has no answers. I've talked to those guys several times. I've had the TV looked at by a professional repairman who said, "It's not your TV." Bought a new DVR to see if that would help. Nope. Same crappy picture.

Posted by: B. Forbes at Jul 27, 2005 7:29:49 PM

Here is my responce when I asked Directv about the HMO. It looks like theay are just canned responces.
_____________________________________________________________

Dear Mr. ,

Thanks for your email about the DIRECTV DVR. I'm sorry to hear about your frustration about the Home Media Option. The USB ports on our current DVR models are not available for networking, the TiVo Home Media Option or TiVo ToGo. Today, these features are only available on the TiVo Series 2 standalone models.

Our goal is to continue to expand our programming and technology offerings, in order to bring you the best television entertainment experience available. Thanks again for writing to us!

Sincerely,

Ivy
DIRECTV Customer Service

Posted by: andy at Jul 29, 2005 6:16:02 AM

Check out this site www.ptvupgrade.com for kits that allow you to enable the NIC for telnet/ftp and http access. No program download options....yet but you can control the scheduling through a web browser.

Posted by: AntMan at Aug 22, 2005 8:06:06 PM

where can IFIND WB CHANNEL

Posted by: R ON at Sep 11, 2005 11:10:06 AM

I only want to know why Directv will not turn on the usb ports but no one seems to have an answer.

Posted by: K at Sep 14, 2005 5:17:02 AM

I got this replay from Directv, also. Looks like just a cut an paste response. I have to think there will be new equipment to get the Directv Home Media Center.

Dear Mr. *****,

Our goal is to continue to expand our programming and technology offerings, in order to bring you the best television entertainment experience available. Thanks again for writing to us!

Sincerely,

Chris
DIRECTV Customer Service

Posted by: Steve at Sep 21, 2005 4:59:35 PM

I used to do DTV customer service through an outsourcer a few years ago... I can confirm for you that they, like just about anyone else in the industry, use canned responses for thier email support.

I'm also anoyed at them because I want to add another recorder to my bedroom, (and they have a sweet deal on getting one right now) but I want to be able to share what is recorded from one to the other... What's the use of having a second one if you have to set up all the same season passes, etc.

When you are a couple thousand dollars into thier hardware, it's tough to justify switching providers (Bought my first non-tivo receiver back in '95 when it was nearly $1000 by itself)

Posted by: failproof at Sep 23, 2005 12:37:59 PM

I am not happy with my Cable company at all. It's too bad they have a monopoly and there are no other options around here. These huge monopolies are terrible, they produce very expensive, bad services and I'm only getting basic cable. Someone (the FCC, hint hint) really needs to do something to break up these monopolies. Now TIVO requires a monthly fee to use. That's ridiculous. I should just be able to record what I want, when I want after paying for it once, and use it indefinitely (not paying monthly fees indefinitely). Too bad everything is turning into a monopoly. Monopolies always produce less at higher prices (as opposed to perfect competition). There is always a dead weight loss to society when you have a monopoly. Evil corporations

Posted by: Anonymous at Oct 24, 2005 9:34:10 PM

Posted by: Anonymous at Oct 24, 2005 9:34:39 PM

ptvupgrade.com has software which you can buy pretty reasonably for about $20 which is said to unlock the usb ports on your directv dvr and install the required software to manage your unit remotely.

details can be found here:
http://www.ptvupgrade.com/db/upgrade/category/products/product_detail_html?product_id=162
(ignore facts about the drive upgrade, the software can be purchased separately)

has anyone tried this software? and did it work...
i've installed it in stand-alone tivo s2 boxes and its works fine, but im guessing the directv version is a different beast.

if anyone has tried the software and connected the upgraded system to a network, is it compatible with tivo desktop v2? if not, is anyone aware of any other method to pull recorded programs off the box onto other tivo branded s2 dvr's or home pc's?

i know, many many questions… but the goal is worthy. i can move recorded programs onto my computer in mpeg4 format and strip the tivo encryption/protection off pretty easily from stand-alone tivo systems - i'd like to be able to do this with the directv tivo boxes i have...

just a guess here, but im assuming the ptvupgrade version of directv tivo network access is not the same as the tivo branded tivotogo. even if i spend the $20 and break open my box to install the upgrade (which is not a big deal), i doubt its going to work with either by tivo desktop or other stand-alone tivo dvr's in my house.

can anyone confirm or deny???
thanks

Posted by: mark sapnar at Oct 25, 2005 11:05:24 PM

some better links from the above commentary:

additional details on the networking software -
http://www.ptvupgrade.com/networking/series2.html

additional details on frequent question and answers -
http://helpdesk.ptvupgrade.com/support-center/index.php?x=&mod_id=2&root=9

it appears the directv dvr networking software is very 'fragile' and could cause some issues when dtv sends out software upgrades. further, it doesnt appear this works with tivo desktop or has the ability to transfer to stand-alone tivo s2 boxes.

thoughts?

Posted by: mark sapnar at Oct 25, 2005 11:15:31 PM

It takes government to create a monopoly, otherwise it simply isn't. To the point, we currently have access to DirecTV and Dish Network, and most of us have a local (Monopoly in the cable-specific area, thanks to government) cable company, in addition to local channels. Lobby your local government to allow you to get more cable companies--it's not a technical feat--it's bribery-oriented, and intended to make THEM (your local government) the customer, not you.

Posted by: What's the frequency, Kenneth? at Oct 26, 2005 8:00:10 AM

1) I switched to Vonage about 3 months ago. I like it. I have issue where Tivo won't phone home anymore. All of my reading is getting mixed results. It sounds like service/dialtone from Vonage isn't indicative to phone modems (i.e. Tivo). Since DirecTV won't allow for networking I have no way to make it phone home anymore. Any ideas/thoughts?

2) I like what I am reading about the upcomong Home Media system. Any updates on when it will come out? I am fine with paying some fee, but would really like them to offer a trade-up option for existing Tivo customers.

Posted by: Chip at Nov 1, 2005 7:48:18 PM

I got tired of waiting for DTV to open up the USB ports and enable HMO. I've found another (BETTER) way to "skin the cat". Go buy yourself a SLINGBOX (www.slingmedia.com)! This AWESOME device will allow you to STREAM your DTV and/or TIVO box LIVE to your PC whenever you are connected to a broadband connection from ANYWHERE ON EARTH! I just returned from Japan on Thursday, and enjoyed watching my Live TV (NFL Sunday Ticket), as well as watching and scheduling various Tivo recordings. I can't say enough good things about this box. Get one NOW!!!

Posted by: Dirk at Nov 19, 2005 2:07:07 PM

Directv is going to be releasing their Directv Home Media Center sometime in 2006 which will allow you to share movies and shows through out your house.

Posted by: Jimmy at Dec 17, 2005 8:31:22 AM

I also have Vonage, (pain in the but.) and I had this same problem with the use of Directv/tivo unit dialing in. First of all, you need to change the bandwidth, go to your account for vonage and put it on medium. Best thing to do is get some one at DirecTV to get you set up, that’s if you can, I talked to 3 different people before I finally got some one who could do it. you need to do a couple things. One if I can remember is setting up your “Set Dial Prefix:”.

Here is a question for you about your vonage, do you have trouble with the service going down, calling, etc, and the router going down when your not home. I have these problems on a consistence basis. Other then that its worth the trouble I think, so far that is. LOL.

Good luck.

Posted by: Bill at Jan 2, 2006 2:43:29 PM

Hello;
I recently cancelled my subscription with DirecTV. I still have 3 tivo units I would like to use but I was told by Directv that I couldn't use them with any other service other than theirs is this true? CAN ANYONE HELP ME. I don't want to go back to DirecTV I want to use the TIVO's if I can I would really hate to use them as a boat anchor.
You can reach me at paylesspermonth@hotmail.com
Thank you in advance if you can.

Posted by: Kameron at Jan 10, 2006 6:14:21 PM

i actually work for dtv. the usb ports on any dtv unit are not enabled because of the ease of hacking and the digital media that we broadcast. under the fair use laws or recording digital media haveing these usb ports wide open with very limited protection would violate copyright... sad but that is the information that was given to me by my supervisors. scanning through the forum here i say many people complaining about the fact that the hd-dvr (hr10-250) not getting the 6.2 software. sorry you guys it was manufactured with the software already on it. as well as the r10 will not get the upgrade as it was shipped with 6.2 software. as far as tivo to go dtv is currently in the process of enabling the usb ports on our new R15 series dvr (not tivo) (also has more protection on them than a tivo) this will allow what is called dtv to go. same concept diferent non-tivo software. also we are switching over to the mpeg-4 broadcast. the h20 currently supports this and will need a dish upgrade to a 5 lnb dish (actually its 3 but one is a combo for 99 101 and 103) enabling all the current standard satilites to be recieved from (99,101,103,110,and 119) for all of you out in the sticks youll still need the 72 or the 95 as seperate dishes we are also planning to have a high def mepeg 4 dvr soon using our new software currently on the r15 it will have a larger hd to support the larger files needed for the mpeg 4 storage. it will record more regular hd than the hr10-250 and about twice that of the sd rcvrs currently offered. if anyone has questions about any of this post ill answer the best i can

peace easy
your dtv insider....

Posted by: nexus2322 at Jan 20, 2006 5:16:34 AM

Posted by: What's the frequency, Kenneth? at Oct 26, 2005 8:00:10 AM

in phone dialing options change set dial tone to off and phone avail to off. for phone prefix use ,#034 in your vonage account set the bandwidth all the way up. *caution* it has been proven by our techs that a digital pbx line (vonage or lingo) can cause permanent damage to your dvr i will keep you posted

peace easy
your dtv insider....

Posted by: nexus2322 at Jan 20, 2006 5:20:14 AM

I am considering getting myself a SlingBox as mentioned above. I have the following questions regarding SlingBox:

1. How fast is the TV Streaming you get on your computer ? Is it buffering too often or is it really like you're watching a live tv at your living room ?

2. Can I use it remote to watch previously recorded shows on my DTV DVR ?

3. Can I use it remotely without interfering someone else that is watching this television set at the same time ?

4. Is there any way to record live streaming on your computer ? If not, why not ?

5. Is it fully supporting HD or are we losing it somehow ?

Who ever can help is greatly appreciated. Thank you so much in advance.

Posted by: Sagi at Jan 22, 2006 9:11:21 PM

This sucks. The prob is every one at Circus City, Best Buy etc. Tell you can hook up to USB till you spend half your life trying to Hook it up and find out Direct tivos do not work? Why? If stand alones can why not the Direct boxes?
I got Vontage just for TIVO! AAAHHHHHHGGGG!!

Posted by: Aaron at Mar 2, 2006 6:52:55 PM

I hacked my DTV TIVO ages ago. This enables the usb port and your good to go.

Posted by: Lurker at Mar 8, 2006 3:18:46 PM

I have only had the R15 for a few months. I had some kind of software upgrade from 0x10A3 to 0x109A, and I had to call tech support to get that downloaded, because something didn't go through right. I was wondering how I will know when, if ever, I am going to get the 6.2 upgrade. Does anyone have any info that may help? Thanks!

Posted by: Don at Mar 9, 2006 3:56:18 PM

Posted by: Don at Mar 9, 2006 3:56:20 PM

I just spoke to tech support about downloading dvr programing onto my hardrive. He said that even when HMC comes about, you will only be able to download video to an i-pod type device because of some encoding, much like what is being done with music transfering amongst friends. Basically, getting it to your computer hard drive - not without some tech hacking.

Posted by: t-ray at Mar 21, 2006 11:17:53 AM

If I disconnect my directv tivo from directv can I still watch shows that are still on the unit?

Posted by: Miguel at Apr 1, 2006 4:33:28 AM

So has anything changed regarding the USB ports on the DirecTV R15? Kameron posted back in January, I just got my R15 in late March.

Posted by: TheTooleMan at Apr 5, 2006 10:17:51 AM

Yes, even with DTV service disco'ed, you can watch whatever you have left on your TiVo.

I just cancelled my DirecTV service. Now have Comcast with HD and my Series 2 TiVo box. I feel more, how do you say, "free!" Now I can do all these cool things with the Series that the Nazi DirecTV HD TiVo box wouldn't allow me to do. So glad to dump them as they will surely disasspoint with their in-house version of DVR software. Plus, it seems that they were raising their prices every 6 months or so. F them, I hope Rupert Murdoch dies in a tragic jet plane accident.

Posted by: oedipus at Apr 5, 2006 11:55:29 AM

While I have enjoyed DTV for years, I bought a friend's Philips Tivo and the fun began. DTV suggested I could not use the access card that was in it, but could use the one I had with my
RCA. The 6000 told me it was the wrong card. Furthermore when I tried the change access card function, the box said that the original card from the machine "was not authorized for replacement"
So Now I'm really confused. My valid card won't work cause the 6000 won't talk to it. DTV says the original card from the 6000 can't be reactivated since it used to be active for another person....talk about Catch 22... I hate it when non-tech types make tech policy...this seems like I have just dumped $100 bucks for nothing. Anybody got any ideas?

Posted by: techdev1 at Apr 8, 2006 3:53:48 PM

Vonage & directv work fine together. What you need to do is insert about 4-6 seconds of pause before you dial in. Do this by going to settings:Phone:Edit phone settings:Set Dial Prefix:then pressing the Pause button 2-3 times.

The problem with vonage is that you sometimes get that stacatto dial tone which causes your Tivo to misdial. You just need to make the Tivo wait for the dial tone to be steady. Works great for me.

Posted by: Monk25 at Apr 8, 2006 6:12:38 PM

call directv tell them to reassign your old access card to the new box and rehit your box should work fine. Also something not mentioned here is this little hack for HMO on DTivos:

http://www.weethet.nl/english/tivo_dtv2_os4hackrid.php

works great i have 4 boxes setup and can transfer from one to the other.

Posted by: aclure at Apr 24, 2006 8:02:50 AM

I'd lke to use my Desktop PC as a DVD recorder by utilizing the USB posts in back of my dvr and patching them to the same on my PC. However, I was told by DirecTV that the software to do this is a little while out yet. Is this correct?

Posted by: Edward at May 1, 2006 2:44:40 PM

If my USB ports are turned on w/the 6.2 upg, how can I make the daily call through USB?

Posted by: dnice at Jul 10, 2006 8:03:42 AM

Got the new 6.2 software on 10/3/06 and now my HR10-250 receiver locks up, good news Direct is sending me free of charge a new receiver, bad news, I have no receiver over the weekend.
The gave a big $30.00 bucks for my troubles, big deal.

Posted by: Bob Smith at Oct 6, 2006 6:36:26 PM

i know how to update the hr20-700

Posted by: shell lanes at Nov 23, 2006 12:27:32 AM

I got the 6.2 update around 11/27/06 and on 12/1/06, my HR10-250 locked up. I was told by DTV that they'd replace it, but I would need to sign a 2 year contract agreement. I've been with DTV for over 6 years, and now they won't replace my broken $1000 DTV w/TIVO DVR unless I sign in blood. What a lousy company.

Posted by: Scott Evers at Dec 4, 2006 9:17:12 PM

Would love any info to get the usb and Home media features working for my Directv R10 model I will be recieving this coming weekend. It almost sounds like the latest software has fixed this... true? If not any info would be greatky appreciated

Thanks everyone!

Posted by: Spud Boy at Dec 14, 2006 8:10:32 PM

DirecTV 6.2 TiVo Software Upgrade

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