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HR21/700 installation
I upgraded to HD DVR but there were no installation instructions for the connections on the back of the HD DVR. I hooked up the BBC to the sat 1 input but if I'm recording I can't watch another program. It is nota SWM dish. What do I need to do to record one channel and watch another at the same time?
litzdog911
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14 years ago
You'll need a second RG6 coax cable from your dish to your DVR location. Each tuner needs its own coax cable from the dish/multiswitch. You'll also need a second BBC module for that second tuner input. For ~$50 DirecTV will send someone to do this for you.
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pgardner
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14 years ago
That's what I figured. Thanks!
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ymorgan
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14 years ago
That's what I figured. Thanks!
Wouldn't Directv just send you a BBC for your DVR? Running another cable is very simple, just make sure it is solid copper RG6.
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litzdog911
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14 years ago
True, BBC's are free. But suggesting that "running another cable is very simple" is a rather bold statement. We have no idea about the specifics of the OP's current wiring setup or cabling skills. And a $50 service visit might be much easier and possibly even cheaper.
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