[mythtv-users] Directv HD tivo + Mythtv for HD encrypted recording

[Brian L. Walter]

Kurt Adair wrote:
> What is the best way to record (encrypted or non) HD programming from
> either Directv or Comcast around Chicago?
>
> From the research I have done it seems the only way to do this all
> digitally is to:
> 1) get a directv HD tivo
> 2) Zipper the tivo
> 3) Use mythtv to control the directv/tivo
> 4) Use mfs_ftp to copy the recorded shows off the tivo after they are done
> 5) delete the shows from the tivo harddrive so it doesn't run out of space
>
> Would this actually work?  Has anyone done it?
>
> The point of not just using the tivo is to have tv shows, dvds and
> music all on one backend with  frontends located around the house plus
> the ability to have multiple TB of storage.
>
> Just to be clear I'm not trying to steal channels I'm not paying for,
> just record all of the HD channels in my subscription not just the
> local broadcast ones.
>
> Comments from those who have attempted this or found another way to
> record HD would be appreciated before spending the time and money on
> this.
>
>
>
> Thanks,
> Kurt
>   
See:
http://www.169time.com/
http://www.nextcomwireless.com/r5000/home.htm

Pricey - but I believe some on the list have used them.

Brian