[mythtv-users] Encrypted Shows and Tuner selection

Nasa nasa01 at comcast.net
Wed Nov 20 11:47:00 UTC 2013



----- Original Message -----
> On Wed, Nov 20, 2013 at 3:57 AM, Michael T. Dean
> <mtdean at thirdcontact.com> wrote:
> ....
> > At least Brighthouse is giving 2 digital adapters for free (for one
> > year--then $2/adapter/mo).
> 
> Note that none of the MSOs are giving "free" adapters out of
> the goodness of their heart (and I know you know that, but
> wanted it in the archives).  The FCC rule requires them to
> provide a "limited" number of free devices for a "limited" period
> of time to those who might be impacted by the encryption of
> basic (the numbers and period depend on the details of your
> MSO and your specific situation).  Instead of a DTA you can
> instead obtain a CableCARD.  What content is marked
> copy-freely (i.e. usable with MythTV) also varies by MSO.

Also note that they are required to provide for programming via networking solution or providing software to 3rd party solutions..


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