http://www.dvrplayground.com?src=forumtopic_rss DVRplayground - DirecTV Forum Sun, 28 Sep 2008 19:16:59 GMT admin@dvrplayground.com DVRplayground 60 http://www.dvrplayground.com/brand/dvrpg/community.gif http://www.dvrplayground.com?src=forumtopic_rss http://www.dvrplayground.com/forum/thread/17550/Season-Pass-problems/?src=forumtopic_rss Has any one had recent issues whith DirectTv Tivo season pass manager not working properly. I have two directTV tivos with hacked 6.2-01-2-235 software. With the start of the fall 2008 season we missed shows that where in the season pass manager. Ex: House. We had to add the shows even though they where already in the season pass manager. Season pass manager added the shows with the exact same name as though they where not there. I know my software is out of date but I have had no issues other than Daylight savings time changes. Tivos are never plugged into the phone. DirecTV Sun, 28 Sep 2008 19:16:54 GMT jwhite http://www.dvrplayground.com/forum/thread/17550/Season-Pass-problems/#discussion?src=forumtopic_rss http://www.dvrplayground.com/forum/thread/17477/Instant-Cake-and-PTV-NET/?src=forumtopic_rss Does the IC and PTV NET disk work with all the receivers? Like if i have multiple dtivos (different brands) do i need different disks? DirecTV Mon, 15 Sep 2008 01:30:55 GMT Myk3 http://www.dvrplayground.com/forum/thread/17477/Instant-Cake-and-PTV-NET/#discussion?src=forumtopic_rss http://www.dvrplayground.com/forum/thread/17328/Hughes-hdvr2-w-PTVnet-upgrade/?src=forumtopic_rss I have the Hughes HDVR2 that I just install a DVRupgrade brand drive with the PTVnet. I also bought and install the USB 2.0 Ethernet adapter and installed the software. Were do I go from here, were do I connect on the back of the unit and what hardware to I need to buy to hardwire to my computer. I am not a computer pro by any means but I have some experiance. Need help with some instructions on getting this system were I can make the daily call through my computer. Thanks, Robert DirecTV Thu, 07 Aug 2008 16:08:25 GMT audreyng2001 http://www.dvrplayground.com/forum/thread/17328/Hughes-hdvr2-w-PTVnet-upgrade/#discussion?src=forumtopic_rss http://www.dvrplayground.com/forum/thread/17300/Crashed-HD/?src=forumtopic_rss Ok, I have a DirecTV HR10-250, I purchased the instantcake-hr10-250-1.2-6.4a.iso.zip and ptvnetHD-6.4x-2.0.0.iso.zip files created the CDs, booted to the PTVnet CD, followed all the questions, and it states that the InstantCake .image folder not found. I checked the cdrom and found a _image folder but not a .image folder. Anybody got any ideas what I have done wrong? By the way my TIVO is stuck on the Powering Up screen forever now! MUST HAVE TIVO!!!!!! DirecTV Thu, 31 Jul 2008 02:31:35 GMT dwpsco http://www.dvrplayground.com/forum/thread/17300/Crashed-HD/#discussion?src=forumtopic_rss http://www.dvrplayground.com/forum/thread/17275/Swap-tuners/?src=forumtopic_rss Does anyone know if DirecTV has any plans to fix the inability to swap tuners while watching live TV on the HR20 DVR's? The current "workaround" is to record a program on each tuner, then use the list to swap between them. All the other competitors (Comcast, TiVo, Dish network, etc) have tuner swap, how can DirecTV not offer this feature? I'm sure their advertisers have something to do with this shortcoming. The only reason I keep DirecTV is for NFL Sunday ticket. If not for the ticket, I'd be using a TiVo series 3 and whatever services is the least expensive. If anyone has any input on this, please let me know, thanks! DirecTV Tue, 22 Jul 2008 18:26:43 GMT Mr.Roboto http://www.dvrplayground.com/forum/thread/17275/Swap-tuners/#discussion?src=forumtopic_rss http://www.dvrplayground.com/forum/thread/17157/My-head-hurts/?src=forumtopic_rss I have been researching so much my head hurts! Here's my quandry. I want to be able to stream audio/video from my satelite sys. (directv) to other parts of the house, but mainly have the abiltity to copy or record TV programs. I'm a big race fan and have on numerous occasions wished I could transfer recorded races from my DVR (directv) to my computer, to be later burned to a cd or dvd. I have a great entertainment system that is all set for Hi Def. and 5.1 audio. I would like to be able to stream music, but this is not my primary need. I just need to know what I need to accomplish the above. Slingbox, appletv, etc.? Any assistance would be greatly appreciated. PS. I am computer savvy, as I have built my last 3 systems. My present system is running Vista Ultimate (yes, I love it!) with a dual core processor and tons of ram, HD space, etc. DirecTV Tue, 24 Jun 2008 23:44:36 GMT auwingr http://www.dvrplayground.com/forum/thread/17157/My-head-hurts/#discussion?src=forumtopic_rss http://www.dvrplayground.com/forum/thread/17121/Could-someone-give-a-step-by-step-on-how-to-replace-the-HD21-200-hard-drive/?src=forumtopic_rss so I can put a bigger HD. Because of our use of HD, and in two weeks, my programs are at 50% full. I need to find a bigger HD than the standard one (I'd LOVE to put in a TB HD) if I can... A simple step-by-step instructions will suffice... DirecTV Sat, 14 Jun 2008 18:33:27 GMT HawkeyeX http://www.dvrplayground.com/forum/thread/17121/Could-someone-give-a-step-by-step-on-how-to-replace-the-HD21-200-hard-drive/#discussion?src=forumtopic_rss http://www.dvrplayground.com/forum/thread/17087/Basic-steps-in-order-to-hack-Please/?src=forumtopic_rss Could some one just list in order the steps to get movies off of a Samsung SIR 4080r? I don't need an explanation for each step as there seems to be great articles for each. My problem is that each time I'm reading an article, it assumes I've already done a step. I would like to find the first step and start from there without missing any steps. I was always afraid in the past to attempt this as it was my only receiver and I didn't want to mess it up. I have now upgraded and have this receiver full of movies that I would hate to lose, but if I messed it up, not a huge deal. I have a pretty good understanding of computers, networking, FTP etc and have the time to fool around with these things. I've searched and read a lot while researching this and apologize if I've missed the answer to my question. Thanks DirecTV Fri, 06 Jun 2008 13:37:57 GMT ubugarrity http://www.dvrplayground.com/forum/thread/17087/Basic-steps-in-order-to-hack-Please/#discussion?src=forumtopic_rss http://www.dvrplayground.com/forum/thread/16997/What-TV-Service-Is-My-Best-Option/?src=forumtopic_rss I'm getting to a point now where I need to consider getting TV service. I'm not much of a TV watcher, but I do like Adult Swim, the Travel Channel, IFC, and some other channels. I'm not overly concerned with HD content but I would like most of the "standard" channels, and a DVR feature is a must. I just can't be home at certain times just to watch a certain show, you know how that goes - busy, busy, busy. I'm leaning towards DirecTV, my family's had good luck with it so far and they are recommending it to me. It also features the channels I want to watch. The "Plus DVR" package looks to be what I would pick. I really don't need the extra channels it offers over the Choice package, but I want the DVR option. I'm not very familiar with which DVR receiver option to choose. Can anyone help me? Anything I should be aware of with the setup/installation process? DirecTV Fri, 16 May 2008 21:17:38 GMT Peter Redmer http://www.dvrplayground.com/forum/thread/16997/What-TV-Service-Is-My-Best-Option/#discussion?src=forumtopic_rss http://www.dvrplayground.com/forum/thread/16971/Which-DTV-DVR-is-best-for-hacking/?src=forumtopic_rss Hello from Maine, I have the DirectTV DVR R15, I am a computer tech and was simply curious about transferring my recordings from the DVR's hard drive to my computer's hard drive, to later convert to DVD. But It sure didn't work. So I fired up Google and here I am with annoying noobi-Q's, please be kind and give me a clue I am to understand that the R15 is sux, can not be "upgraded" or "hacked" at all. I am happy to buy a different DVR, what model is the best? I want to be able to : 1. Copy my recordings to my computer. 2. Put in a big hard drive. What DirectTV DVR is ideal for this? Thank you, Craig DirecTV Mon, 12 May 2008 02:27:10 GMT spystyle http://www.dvrplayground.com/forum/thread/16971/Which-DTV-DVR-is-best-for-hacking/#discussion?src=forumtopic_rss http://www.dvrplayground.com/forum/thread/16968/Copy-R10-files-to-PC-newbie-be-gentle/?src=forumtopic_rss I haven't found an exact answer to this question, so hopefully someone here can enlighten me. I know the USB is disabled on the R10 via EPROM, but could I remove the R10's HD and put it in my PC and copy the movies off of it? I know, different file systems and all, but is their a boot CD with tools to do this? I just want to get the files off in a quicker way than playing and burning them. Muchos grassyass DirecTV Sat, 10 May 2008 17:22:24 GMT rrsarge http://www.dvrplayground.com/forum/thread/16968/Copy-R10-files-to-PC-newbie-be-gentle/#discussion?src=forumtopic_rss http://www.dvrplayground.com/forum/thread/16756/Is-it-my-hack--or-did-DirecTV-screw-up-/?src=forumtopic_rss I've had PTVnet (6.2) and InstantCake (6.2) working great on my upgraded HUGHES-DVR40 DirecTiVo Unit for years with no problems. It has never been connected to a phone line since upgrading. I asked DirecTV to upgrade my programming package yesterday, and they made the change over the satellite . Could this change by DirecTV have screwed up PTVnet or InstantCake? I now get all the new channels I'm supposed to, and I'm watching TV through the functioning DVR. I can still use the TivoWebPlus (v1.2.1) interface, and I can watch previously recorded shows. However, now it says 'Please activate your DVR service' (Message #81) when I try to record. System Info says: Backdoors: ENABLED! Boat-anchor mode: TRUE! DIRECTV Account Status: Account Closed Before I call DirecTV back, I need to know if you think they just didn't turn DVR services on properly, or if PTVnet or InstantCake is conflicting / disabled by them / or worse? Thanks! DirecTV Sat, 29 Mar 2008 02:52:18 GMT BB http://www.dvrplayground.com/forum/thread/16756/Is-it-my-hack--or-did-DirecTV-screw-up-/#discussion?src=forumtopic_rss http://www.dvrplayground.com/forum/thread/16738/R10-Data-Transfer--/?src=forumtopic_rss I am upgrading to HD service. Current unit is R10 and have roughly 2 years of shows, to do list etc. Is there Any way to get this data off to migrate to media or my new unit? I see strings about prom upgrades to get the USB port and networking working but that is way over my head. Any assistance and insight would be appreciated. DirecTV Wed, 26 Mar 2008 13:13:14 GMT TG http://www.dvrplayground.com/forum/thread/16738/R10-Data-Transfer--/#discussion?src=forumtopic_rss http://www.dvrplayground.com/forum/thread/16708/Newbie-Help...Please-/?src=forumtopic_rss Please!!! Someone answer my prayers and help me! I have Directv, and use a Samsung DVR unit. How can I take the video files off the hard drive of the DVR unit and put them on my PC? I have no problem removing the hard drive from the DVR unit. Is there a way to do this??? Once again, I am new at this...so be gentle.... Thank you in advance for your help. DirecTV Thu, 20 Mar 2008 01:59:33 GMT RZKYBZNZ http://www.dvrplayground.com/forum/thread/16708/Newbie-Help...Please-/#discussion?src=forumtopic_rss http://www.dvrplayground.com/forum/thread/16694/How-do-I-copy-from-original-Directivo-to-new-hard-drive/?src=forumtopic_rss I have used the dvrupgrade tools to cake and add the network features and such to a NEW drive. That drive is now installed and working great. What is the process, if there is one, to retrieve shows off my original hard drive. Also problem two is I am having no luck using tytools to take a movie off my tivo and put it on a dvd. I have been able to get the file onto the computer but can not seem to get the rest of the procedures to work correctly to get a file that will play. Thank you. FAFF29 DirecTV Mon, 17 Mar 2008 17:47:58 GMT faff29 http://www.dvrplayground.com/forum/thread/16694/How-do-I-copy-from-original-Directivo-to-new-hard-drive/#discussion?src=forumtopic_rss http://www.dvrplayground.com/forum/thread/16644/HDVR2-as-OTA-VCR/?src=forumtopic_rss Greetings all! I've looked high and low for information on a HDVR2 that was given to me by a friend with no card in the slot in the front. It was dying (suspect bad hard drive) which is why it was shelved in the first place. I've read numerous threads on replacing the hard drive with Instant Cake, etc but I'm really interested in simply using the box as a glorified VCR for Over the Air Programming without a subscription. The two or three shows I'm interested in are always at the same time and available locally over broadcast. Really something as simple as VCR functionality is all I need, but I can't find any information to tell me if I'm on the right track. I'd be comfortable replacing the drive or loading something specifically on the unit, but would like confirmation that this should be possible without the 'okay' from the satellite provider. Thanks in advance! -Sam DirecTV Mon, 03 Mar 2008 22:43:47 GMT SamC http://www.dvrplayground.com/forum/thread/16644/HDVR2-as-OTA-VCR/#discussion?src=forumtopic_rss http://www.dvrplayground.com/forum/thread/16627/Best-6.3-Software-For-HR10-250/?src=forumtopic_rss I have been running software 3.15f for a long time now. I use TYtools a lot. I want to upgrade to 6.3 software to use the new features. I want to especially try out movieloader. I know I am a little behind - still a newbie. What's the best, most stable version out there? I know I can get 6.3f available at some stores or download it on my box. If an earlier version is better, is there a way to get that software? Thanks in advance! TD DirecTV Thu, 28 Feb 2008 18:19:06 GMT td33398 http://www.dvrplayground.com/forum/thread/16627/Best-6.3-Software-For-HR10-250/#discussion?src=forumtopic_rss http://www.dvrplayground.com/forum/thread/16608/6.3f-on-SD-DVR40-Yuk-/?src=forumtopic_rss Ok, I did something stupid flame away. I just want to know if there is a way to fix it Straight to the point: I ran the PTVnet 6.2x cd/script on a SD-DVR40 drive that had 6.3f. I just didn't notice that it had to new OS - Doh! It ran without having to do a force or anything. Now the system boots over and over switching between the two boot partitions. Monitoring the serial port I get this error message (at least this is a tiny part before it reboots): Starting TvLauncher iptables: No chain/target/match by that name assert: Tmk Assertion Failure: assert: TmkServer, line 379 () Tmk Fatal Error: Activity TvBusProxy <105> strayed! Paste the following into a shell to get a backtrace... bt -t /tvbin/tivoapp <<END_OF_BT tcd 1 hpk Series2 build b-firefly-takehome @280575 2007.10.02-1221 release-mips [] pack 6.3f-01-2 read 0x00400000 /tvbin/tivoapp read 0x02000000 /lib/libc.so.6 read 0x02200000 /lib/libm.so.6 read 0x02400000 /lib/libpthread.so.0 read 0x02600000 /lib/libutil.so.1 read 0x02800000 /lib/libtvutil.so read 0x02a00000 /lib/libtmk.so read 0x02c00000 /lib/libtvstructures.so read 0x2aaa8000 /lib/ld.so.1 read 0x2ab04000 /lib/libhpkoss.so read 0x2ab50000 /platform/lib/libhpkhl.so read 0x2ac18000 /platform/lib/libhpkll.so read 0x2ac5c000 /lib/libdl.so.2 read 0x2aca0000 /lib/libcdaudio.so 0x02a7e938 0x02a82b90 0x02a24620 0x02a4fdcc 0x00691fe8 0x02a28c08 0x02a28834 0x02a60b58 0x02a2871c 0x02a28630 0x02a2b03c 0x02a3c684 0x02a3c56c 0x02a3c41c 0x02a3b978 END_OF_BT Tmk... Troubleshooting DirecTV Sun, 24 Feb 2008 22:35:51 GMT rossco95132 http://www.dvrplayground.com/forum/thread/16608/6.3f-on-SD-DVR40-Yuk-/#discussion?src=forumtopic_rss http://www.dvrplayground.com/forum/thread/16546/Linksys-USB200MV2/?src=forumtopic_rss I've had my upgrade running fine for a while now, but my Linksys USB200MV1 network adapter just failed on me. I've got three DirecTivos all running the same setup. If I switch the adapters between them, they work just fine, but a new Linksys USB200MV2 does not work. I get the 10/100 light, but not the F/H light (whatever that is). Is there anything built in that I should be doing? DirecTV Sat, 09 Feb 2008 23:34:10 GMT mungojerrie http://www.dvrplayground.com/forum/thread/16546/Linksys-USB200MV2/#discussion?src=forumtopic_rss http://www.dvrplayground.com/forum/thread/16536/HR10-250-won-t-upgrade-from-6.3c/?src=forumtopic_rss I have an "instantcake" hacked HR10-250(6.3c). The HR10-250 continually tries to upgrade without success. Do I need a current instantcake version of the software to be able for directv to upgrade to the latest version (i belive 6.3f) By the way my system rebots a lot for the last week , today it has rebotted 4 times already. Is this related to the above problem? DirecTV Thu, 07 Feb 2008 21:39:30 GMT matthew http://www.dvrplayground.com/forum/thread/16536/HR10-250-won-t-upgrade-from-6.3c/#discussion?src=forumtopic_rss