Solved! I have a satellite disk, can i buy a cable box without subscribing to the service.?

[warthpublishinginc]

I have a satellite disk, can i buy a cable box without subscribing to the service.?

 

[USAFRet]

I have a satellite disk, can i buy a cable box without subscribing to the service.?

No.
A box compatible with your satellite dish would have to phone home now and again to verify account status.

 

[USAFRet]

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Question from warthpublishinginc : "I have a satellite disk, can i buy a cable box without subscribing to the service.?"

I have a satellite disk, can i buy a cable box without subscribing to the service.?

 

[Alabalcho]

Actually, depending on where on the Earth you are, you might be able to receive unencrypted TV using DVB receiver box.