These DVR's were designed with the thinking being that users would DVR timer any shows they wanted to watch. The logic being that live TV was something like a filler. I do know people who actually watch one of their favorite programs at home live. They watch the clock and scream, "Oh, I better turn the channel to my favorite show now so I don't miss it." And they have missed a few minutes of the start of that show in the past. I had to explain that he had to change the way thinks of using a DVR--as only a device to record for when he knows in advance that he won't be home. It's a very simple rule: DVR timer ALL the shows that you want to watch, even if you are at home and think you are gonna remember to turn the channel, and you won't miss the show and you don't have to watch the clock. In other words, use the DVR as it was designed and not in a way that defeats it purpose and best functionality. If I want to see a show that follows the one I am recording, I DVR TIMER that show because Murphy's law will occur and I'll be disturbed and have to delay and, guess what? Uh, dang, I missed the start of that show I wanted to see.
Put simply, DVR EVERYTHING you care to watch and you won't have problems like the ones described. Quite frankly, if one is using the DVR properly, you'll be watch very little live TV, and if you are watching something live that you are really into, then immediately hit the RECORD button and all will run smoothly with no frustration loss or early termination of what you are watching. You are guaranteed to see all of the remaining program, no guess work. The earlier remark about the user manual is right although Dish should have a seperate HOW TO channel Dish 102 for intermediate users. Change your mentality and DVR with a DVR. That will bring you the most pleasurable experience.
Put simply, DVR EVERYTHING you care to watch and you won't have problems like the ones described. Quite frankly, if one is using the DVR properly, you'll be watch very little live TV, and if you are watching something live that you are really into, then immediately hit the RECORD button and all will run smoothly with no frustration loss or early termination of what you are watching. You are guaranteed to see all of the remaining program, no guess work. The earlier remark about the user manual is right although Dish should have a seperate HOW TO channel Dish 102 for intermediate users. Change your mentality and DVR with a DVR. That will bring you the most pleasurable experience.