I have both an X2 and HDVR1200... for me, the X2 works better, but I only use the basic functions, none of the "features". Basically I scan and tune and watch TV. For that the X2 seems more responsive and more intuitive in the controls(remote keys). So easy to switch to a Sat, delete all TP's, and start a blind scan. As a matter of fact I have just recently switched the HDVR1200 out and put back the MicroHD in its place.
I use X2 for the C-band dish, and Micro/HDVR for the Ku Dish. I run the USALS for the Ku motor. The c-band I just have a V-box connected by itself, the receiver goes direct to the LNBF. Only because I need to get maximum signal from the C-band because of the small(6 foot) dish.
An un-biased side-by-side of all 3 would be nice to see.
Connection to Rick's site is also ok here.
Seems like the product is going through the evolutionary experience with satellite/transponder/channel list management that both the X2 and HDVR1200 have been challenged with over the past few years using the same chipset. The reported fast channel logging and scan time looks to be the same as the X2 and HDVR1200 units.
Be interesting to compare these 3 units (SR1, X2 and HDVR1200) in side by side tests. On paper, they are very similar and use the same chipset but certainly different features, connections and price tags.
Brian Gohl
Titanium Satellite