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Sure, the choice is mine. I've never used Tivo (or equivalent) and I've never had any desire to have one.

What do you expect from V* competitors? Acknowledging that Voom's HD offer is better than theirs? :)

It's extremely unlikely that this may cause burn-in, even if your plasma is in torch mode and you keep switching channels for 10 hours every day. It takes significantly more than that to cause burn-in.

Make sure that the STB is plugged into an "always on" outlet. Mine surge processor has some outlets "always on" but not all of them.

RSN is the only reason I still have cable. And I use it only for RedSox games. But, I knew it before I signed with Voom so I am not blaming Voom. I hope that some day all RSN's will be on Voom.

In non-OTA case the HD-only option is unlikely because most suppliers of HD channels sell them to satellite or cable providers as a package with SD channels. For example, if you want HD-HBO you are forced to buy several SD-HBO channels as well. My guess is that as of today most HD channels lose...

The purpose of this new bigger dish is to be able to receive signals from the old and the new satellite. However, if I understand it correctly, it should also reduce rain fade because of its bigger size.

18"er is "cutting it" for me. I don't want a bigger dish than necessary on my roof, and I am sure that's true for many people. :)

PVR and new dish are unrelated (although may happen roughly at the same time). I would call Voom and ask about larger dish (24" or 30") because you are experiencing unacceptable rain fade. If you are convincing enough, they may upgrade your dish for free.

How big is your dish? Larger dish will definitely reduce rain fade.

Unplug the box for a few seconds. Plug it in. Take a walk for an hour or so. I am assuming that you don't have 6.20 version. :)

I use silver sensor. I bought it ~ 2 years ago after reading many glowing reviews. Indeed, this small and inexpensive piece of plastic and metal thrown behind my TV set works better than the much bigger antenna provided by Voom that sits on my roof. I am ~8 miles from the towers and get strong...

Theoretically digitial DVI should give you better PQ than analog component. However, there are many factors that influence PQ on any given setup and the opposite may actually be experienced. It is easy to test both and choose the one that pleases your eyes more. :)

I don't think so. :no

It really depends on the quality and sensitivity of other components in your HT setup. For my 27" CRT I use cheapo component cables and for my plasma I use Silver Serpent. Why? Because I couldn't tell the difference in PQ between the cables when connected to my 27" CRT but I did see a...

Yes, they can. But, you should also consider a decent multidirectional antenna if your local transmission towers are at different locations.

Ken, what about setting it up as a poll question?

I am happy with MX500.

Before you post such nonsense you should take a look at the Voom's lineup and program.

I never pay attention to what Swann is saying. He's been proven wrong so often...

Sean, have you just got your MBA or, even worse, your law degree? :D

Guys, what's the point of discussing the delay of Encore HD by a few days? We must be really spoiled.

IMHO you are overreacting. Stay cool. :)