> -----Original Message----- > From: maccrawj > You don't want the data off a Comcast DVR, it's so compressed > that it bands like 16bit graphics and even subtitle data is > lost. This was on a Minneapolis, MN market SA DVR.
What's the alternative? Even If I could get OTA HD, what about Sci-Fi etc. in HD? Since the DVR is the tuner, watching the recorded version is the same quality as the live version. > When CC gets around to enabling SA's SARA OS' DRM features it > will disallow/degrade recorded playback or even tuner output > via component or whatever else they choose. > As long as they're in control of the STB you'll never get > what you pay for! If they disallow/degrade the recorded playback, cable is gone from this house. That would make the whole concept ludicris. I can't compare OTA HD and Cable HD, but Cable HD is worlds better than SD cable. The output from the HD PVR is not as good as the original, but again, worlds better than SD and/or a VCR. I agree that the ownership of the STB by the cable company and the fact that you can't get the service without, puts the consumers at a distinct disadvantage. But I repeat, what is the alternative? --What is SARA? Thanks for the input. Jim Maki [EMAIL PROTECTED]
