Can DVR'd programs be viewed from deactivated 921?

[Bradtothebone]

The title basically says it all. Do I need to view all my recorded programs on the 921 before the 622 swap-out date, or can I leave the 921 connected (but not subbed) and finish watching my shows before I ship back the 921? If so, does it have to be able to "see" a satellite to work?

Brad

 

[David_Levin]

I believe so, but why not just disconnect the sat and see what happens.

Then, I suggest you again disconnect the sat before they send the deactivate code.

 

[Mark_AR]

:up You can watch any DVR event without SAT1 & SAT2 cables connected.

 

[Bradtothebone]

:up You can watch any DVR event without SAT1 & SAT2 cables connected.

Thanks, Mark.

Brad

 

[waltinvt]

I've done that everytime I've replaced a PVR (501s, 508s, 942s) because there were always unwatched programs on the HHD. As long as you disconnect the satellite feed (s) BEFORE you call in to deactivate, the receiver can't get the shut down code.

It will just sit there trying to "aquire" a satellite signal but you can just press the PVR button (or menu and go through the choices) to get to the list.

I have heard there are some receivers that will eventually shut down all use after a certain amount of time of not receiving a satellite feed but I've never run into that problem as I've always either watched or copied everything from the HDD within a month or two. I've had a 508 hooked up that way for about couple weeks now in the family room and I'm betting it will take the kids a while to watch everything they have recorded on it, so we'll see.

 

[Bradtothebone]

Thank you, too, Walt, that's great to know!

Brad