Multiple RTV Same Room

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Danny Hobbs wrote:
> I am still learning the Replay machine, but with multiple replays, be it in
> the same room or in different rooms in the house, can't you control
> programming and watch what you want from one replay? Most of the time you
> wouldn't need to directly control the other replays.
>
> For example: 3 replays in the bedroom Top | Middle | Bottom
> You use the top replay for watching TV and playing back shows. When you
> record a show, don't you have the option to have it record to another
> replay? Record CSI to Middle replay, watch CSI from Middle replay. You see
> where I am going with this.
>
> Hopefully I can sit down and read FAQs and more of the manual soon to learn
> what I am missing.
>
> Just my two cents
> "Tony D." <nospam@nospam.com> wrote in message
> news:j8edneG1_6rx_TnfRVn-1A@giganews.com...
>
>>Joe Mamma wrote:
>>
>>>I've got two RTVs (and two remotes) in the same room. Is there some way
>>>to have one respond only to one remote, and the other respond only to the
>>>other remote. I'm hoping that's why there's a jumper header (marked JP1)
>>>in the battery compartment of the remotes, but haven't found anything
>>>matching in the RTVs.....
>>
>>It can be done with unit codes. Do a search on the Replay forum archives
>>at avsforums.com for "unit codes". A Replay will ALWAYS respond to a
>>remote with unit code 0. If you set it for unit 01, it will respond to the
>>untouched remote or to a universal remote set for unit code 1. You can use
>>JP1 to program some buttons on the original remote to switch unit codes or
>>buy a universal. The problem with the original remote is that while it is
>>readily programmable with a lot of memory, it has few buttons. Robman on
>>the avsforums has a Philips remote designed for PVRs. Try
>>remotecentral.com. He takes this unit (which has Replay and Tivo buttons)
>>and extends the led for greater range, adds memory, and sets up the
>>buttons to control 8 Tivos and 8 Replays and more. He also sells this unit
>>on eBay ($30???). I have 3 Replays in the bedroom and use 1 universal
>>remote which has nice heft and a great button layout for navigating around
>>shows and I use the modded Philips to switch between the individual
>>Replays if necessary.
>
>
>
yes, but to set up themes, accept show sends, send shows (if you don't
use the Poopli updater), you have to go tot he individual replays.

 

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Archived from groups: alt.video.ptv.replaytv (More info?)

On Tue, 7 Jun 2005 19:23:40 -0500, "Zardoz" <dawiz@oz.com> wrote:

>
>"Mark Lloyd" <mlloyd@5xxxmail.com5xxx> wrote in message
>news:micba1tr78s80n8as5hcebbj0j5rthe4v7@4ax.com...
>>>
>>>You'd have to reprogram the remote for each one. It's just a matter of
>>>holding down two buttons at once then entering the 1 digit code. That's
>>>hardly any more of a pita than the Replay would be.
>>>
>>
>> It would become even easier with a programmable, learning remote.
>>
>> [snip]
>>
>> --
>> Mark Lloyd
>
>Yes it would, but that's outside the realm of Tivo and ReplayTv.
>

Outside the Realm? You're using it with that DVR. It's no more
"outside the realm" than DVArchive is.

--
Mark Lloyd
has a Replay 5xxx
http/notstupid.laughingsquid.com

"The idea that there is an invisible being who
created and still runs this old universe is so
childish, so obviously contrived, that it is hard to
believe anyone with even a modicum of education can
still fall for that scam."

 

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Archived from groups: alt.video.ptv.replaytv (More info?)

On Tue, 7 Jun 2005 21:47:22 -0600, "Danny Hobbs"
<danhobbs_OutofHere_@valornet.com> wrote:

>I am still learning the Replay machine, but with multiple replays, be it in
>the same room or in different rooms in the house, can't you control
>programming and watch what you want from one replay? Most of the time you
>wouldn't need to directly control the other replays.
>

True (mostly). You can use one Replay as the main one, and keep the
others where the remote signal can't get to them. Then you can still
watch anything recorded on the other Replays from the first (through
your network).

However, there are still some things that cannot be done remotely,
such as.

% Setting up a source, and de-selecting channels (something that can
need to be done often if you have satellite, it keeps adding stuff).

% Creating theme channels (you can still watch the shows remotely,
but you need local access to set up channels)

% Deleting Replay channels (both theme and show)

% controlling other Replay features

>For example: 3 replays in the bedroom Top | Middle | Bottom
>You use the top replay for watching TV and playing back shows. When you
>record a show, don't you have the option to have it record to another
>replay?

Note that this does NOT work with theme channels, one of the most
valuable Replay features.

> Record CSI to Middle replay, watch CSI from Middle replay. You see
>where I am going with this.
>
>Hopefully I can sit down and read FAQs and more of the manual soon to learn
>what I am missing.
>
>Just my two cents
>"Tony D." <nospam@nospam.com> wrote in message
>news:j8edneG1_6rx_TnfRVn-1A@giganews.com...
>> Joe Mamma wrote:
>>> I've got two RTVs (and two remotes) in the same room. Is there some way
>>> to have one respond only to one remote, and the other respond only to the
>>> other remote. I'm hoping that's why there's a jumper header (marked JP1)
>>> in the battery compartment of the remotes, but haven't found anything
>>> matching in the RTVs.....
>> It can be done with unit codes. Do a search on the Replay forum archives
>> at avsforums.com for "unit codes". A Replay will ALWAYS respond to a
>> remote with unit code 0. If you set it for unit 01, it will respond to the
>> untouched remote or to a universal remote set for unit code 1. You can use
>> JP1 to program some buttons on the original remote to switch unit codes or
>> buy a universal. The problem with the original remote is that while it is
>> readily programmable with a lot of memory, it has few buttons. Robman on
>> the avsforums has a Philips remote designed for PVRs. Try
>> remotecentral.com. He takes this unit (which has Replay and Tivo buttons)
>> and extends the led for greater range, adds memory, and sets up the
>> buttons to control 8 Tivos and 8 Replays and more. He also sells this unit
>> on eBay ($30???). I have 3 Replays in the bedroom and use 1 universal
>> remote which has nice heft and a great button layout for navigating around
>> shows and I use the modded Philips to switch between the individual
>> Replays if necessary.
>

--
Mark Lloyd
has a Replay 5xxx
http/notstupid.laughingsquid.com

"The idea that there is an invisible being who
created and still runs this old universe is so
childish, so obviously contrived, that it is hard to
believe anyone with even a modicum of education can
still fall for that scam."

 

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Archived from groups: alt.video.ptv.replaytv (More info?)

On Wed, 08 Jun 2005 00:31:31 -0400, Tony D <nospam@nospam.com> wrote:

>Danny Hobbs wrote:
>> I am still learning the Replay machine, but with multiple replays, be it in
>> the same room or in different rooms in the house, can't you control
>> programming and watch what you want from one replay? Most of the time you
>> wouldn't need to directly control the other replays.
>>
>> For example: 3 replays in the bedroom Top | Middle | Bottom
>> You use the top replay for watching TV and playing back shows. When you
>> record a show, don't you have the option to have it record to another
>> replay? Record CSI to Middle replay, watch CSI from Middle replay. You see
>> where I am going with this.
>>
>> Hopefully I can sit down and read FAQs and more of the manual soon to learn
>> what I am missing.
>>
>> Just my two cents
>> "Tony D." <nospam@nospam.com> wrote in message
>> news:j8edneG1_6rx_TnfRVn-1A@giganews.com...
>>
>>>Joe Mamma wrote:
>>>
>>>>I've got two RTVs (and two remotes) in the same room. Is there some way
>>>>to have one respond only to one remote, and the other respond only to the
>>>>other remote. I'm hoping that's why there's a jumper header (marked JP1)
>>>>in the battery compartment of the remotes, but haven't found anything
>>>>matching in the RTVs.....
>>>
>>>It can be done with unit codes. Do a search on the Replay forum archives
>>>at avsforums.com for "unit codes". A Replay will ALWAYS respond to a
>>>remote with unit code 0. If you set it for unit 01, it will respond to the
>>>untouched remote or to a universal remote set for unit code 1. You can use
>>>JP1 to program some buttons on the original remote to switch unit codes or
>>>buy a universal. The problem with the original remote is that while it is
>>>readily programmable with a lot of memory, it has few buttons. Robman on
>>>the avsforums has a Philips remote designed for PVRs. Try
>>>remotecentral.com. He takes this unit (which has Replay and Tivo buttons)
>>>and extends the led for greater range, adds memory, and sets up the
>>>buttons to control 8 Tivos and 8 Replays and more. He also sells this unit
>>>on eBay ($30???). I have 3 Replays in the bedroom and use 1 universal
>>>remote which has nice heft and a great button layout for navigating around
>>>shows and I use the modded Philips to switch between the individual
>>>Replays if necessary.
>>
>>
>>
>yes, but to set up themes,

and delete the ones you don't need anymore (some stations repeat stuff
so much you get tired of it quickly).

> accept show sends, send shows (if you don't
>use the Poopli updater), you have to go tot he individual replays.

I have 3 Replays, and use one to control the others when possible. I
need to control the others locally somethims (although not nearly as
often). It's unually not too hard to get up and operate the "power"
buttons as necessary.

--
Mark Lloyd
has a Replay 5xxx
http/notstupid.laughingsquid.com

"The idea that there is an invisible being who
created and still runs this old universe is so
childish, so obviously contrived, that it is hard to
believe anyone with even a modicum of education can
still fall for that scam."

 

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The price was way more than I paid for my Replay, and it was a 40 hour
machine NO mention of HD, I'm getting as close to apples and apples as I
can.

I'll be returning to Best Buys soon, will re-check the box

Zardoz wrote:
> "John in Detroit" <Blanked@sbcglobal.net> wrote in message
> news:vvfpe.3159$_A5.2433@newssvr19.news.prodigy.com...
>
>>Question,,, Do today's TIVO's require a subscription or are they
>>pre-subscribed (like the earlier Replays) I was looking at the price tag
>>yesterday for "The TIvo Box" at Best Buys,,, Just in passing
>>
>
>
> They are not now nor have they ever been (as far as I know) pre-subscribed.
> If the price was very high, maybe it was a combo unit or HD Tivo.
>
>

--
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"Nothing adds excitement like something that is none of your business"
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[Zardoz]

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"Mark Lloyd" <mlloyd@5xxxmail.com5xxx> wrote in message
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>>
>>Yes it would, but that's outside the realm of Tivo and ReplayTv.
>>
>
> Outside the Realm? You're using it with that DVR. It's no more
> "outside the realm" than DVArchive is.

You are correct.
Neither one serves a purpose in a discussion of "TRV does this..." and "Tivo
does this..."

 

[Zardoz]

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"John in Detroit" <Blanked@sbcglobal.net> wrote in message
news:7dBpe.3389$_A5.626@newssvr19.news.prodigy.com...
> The price was way more than I paid for my Replay, and it was a 40 hour
> machine NO mention of HD, I'm getting as close to apples and apples as I
> can.
>
> I'll be returning to Best Buys soon, will re-check the box
>

The Bestbuy website has this 40 hour unit for $379.
Humax TiVo® Series2 40.0GB DVR & DVD-R/-RW Recorder Combo
How much is the ReplayTv with DVD-R/-RW?

RTV's website and Tivo's website both sell their new 40 hour units for the
same full price of $199

I just bought a refurb 40hr unit for $13.26 (after rebate) from the replay
website.
I could get a 140 hour refurbed Tivo for free with the purchase of a 12
month subscription gift card that would actually give me about 22 months of
service.

 

[Zardoz]

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"Zardoz" <dewiz@ozzie.com> wrote

> I could get a 140 hour refurbed Tivo

Where did that come from?
I meant 40 hour.

 

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>>Gee, with a replay you could have nine in the same room and control them
>>all with the same remote... Much easier in my opinion
>
>
> You could with Tivo too. I did say "I could have 9 Tivo's all set to
> different codes, but I'd need several
> remotes to control them "
>
> Now here's the important part
>
> "or change the code on a single remote every time."
>
> You'd have to reprogram the remote for each one. It's just a matter of
> holding down two buttons at once then entering the 1 digit code. That's
> hardly any more of a pita than the Replay would be.

Not necessary. The Philips remote I described as custom programmed by
Robman or any programmable remote (JP1) enables you to use the remote
w/o reprogramming. In the Philips case, PIP 1 makes it set for Replay
unit code 1, PIP 2 sets it for unit code 2, etc. It will also do 9
Tivos and 9 Sonys.

 

[Zardoz]

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"Tony D." <nospam@nospam.com> wrote in message
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>>>Gee, with a replay you could have nine in the same room and control them
>>>all with the same remote... Much easier in my opinion
>>
>>
>> You could with Tivo too. I did say "I could have 9 Tivo's all set to
>> different codes, but I'd need several
>> remotes to control them "
>>
>> Now here's the important part
>>
>> "or change the code on a single remote every time."
>>
>> You'd have to reprogram the remote for each one. It's just a matter of
>> holding down two buttons at once then entering the 1 digit code. That's
>> hardly any more of a pita than the Replay would be.
>
> Not necessary. The Philips remote I described as custom programmed by
> Robman or any programmable remote (JP1) enables you to use the remote w/o
> reprogramming. In the Philips case, PIP 1 makes it set for Replay unit
> code 1, PIP 2 sets it for unit code 2, etc. It will also do 9 Tivos and 9
> Sonys.

Or you could hire 9 albino asian midgets to do everthing.
What some other product can do is not relevant to what RTV & Tivo can do.

 

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>>Not necessary. The Philips remote I described as custom programmed by
>>Robman or any programmable remote (JP1) enables you to use the remote w/o
>>reprogramming. In the Philips case, PIP 1 makes it set for Replay unit
>>code 1, PIP 2 sets it for unit code 2, etc. It will also do 9 Tivos and 9
>>Sonys.
>
>
> Or you could hire 9 albino asian midgets to do everthing.
> What some other product can do is not relevant to what RTV & Tivo can do.
>

Are you stupid or something? Maybe a troll? You do not need 9 remotes OR
have to "program the remote each time" as you stated with either Replay
or Tivo. Quick, Dad's home, get away from the computer.