Ron from Connecticut writes:

I am looking to change to DirecTV HD. I currently have Dishnetwork SD. With that, I can watch 2 diffrent shows on 2 different TVs with 1 receiver. If recording 2 different shows, I can watch 2 different pre-recorded shows at the same time on 2 different TVs. Is this also possible with HD?

I have 4 TVs. Without getting any more equipment than base packages require, how many shows can I watch simultaneously on the 4 TVs with DirecTV? How many ban I record simultaneously while watching different shows?

Thanks

Ron

Hi Ron,

I have never worked for DIRECTV so I don’t know if I’m 100% accurate on this, but DIRECTV has a new service that allows you to get one HD DVR and connect up to 16 HD receivers to it. You would pay a premium for this though. The HD DVR is $99 at checkout and each HD receiver beyond that is an additional $99 at checkout. DIRECTV doesn’t have any models that control two TVs from one receiver.

Hope this helps. If you more info you might want to call a DIRECTV rep (1-888-438-9651)

Dustin

http://www.direct-vs-dish.com

Sonny from Cordele, Georga writes:

Just examined your comparison site and was very informative. We are a standard cable subscriber and its getting out of hand.

Few questions;
1. Our TV is 20 years old and is still going very strong. Do we need to replace it?
2. If so, what would you recommend? (Would like to avoid this if possible.)
thanks..

Hi Sonny,

No you don’t need to replace it. Both Satellite providers equipment work fine with older TVs.

The only thing you may want to consider is that if you want HD (High Definition) both companies are offering it free for life right now. I’m quite sure you can order HD and it will still work with your TV, then IF you decide to upgrade your TV in the future you will have HD already.

On a side note, I purchased my last two TV’s from NewEgg.com and found great deals.

Good luck!

Dustin

http://www.direct-vs-dish.com