How compatible is it with DISHTV and using the DVR stored programs?
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Yes, the F8500 and all models with the Smart Remote are compatible. The Smart Remote connects to the TV via Bluetooth, though still has IR that transmits through the remote. The best way is to use the included IR Emitter cable that attaches to the TV and is placed in front of the DishTV box. That way, any commands issued through the TV's interface wirelessly through BT will be received by the DishTV box, regardless if the remote is pointed at it. There's actually a "DVR" button on the remote (right below the touchpad, second from left) which will access the DVR menu. For anyone that might be considering the Samsung models for a DirectTV setup instead with Whole Home DVR, the Smart TVs have RVU compatibility, so don't need a separate box connected, and can access the DVR. Hope this answered your question.
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Well is doesn't record if that's what you mean, it's not a DVR, but to get it up and running, you call dish to initialize it. Hope that helps
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I don't know, I only use computer monitors. I have seen this question asked before, and guess that older TV's are not compatible with the software on the DVR.
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I bought one to use with DishTV. It was not compatible, even though I was told it would work. It is well constructed, but I would not buy it again because it won't work with the newer systems.
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Havent tried dishworld.... BUT HD channels resolution and movies in hd are great. 720 or 1080 looks really nice on my 40" JVC
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Yes it will work on dish hopper dvr system if you need adapters Amazon will supply.
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USB is too slow for DVR use. You need a faster eSata cable. If they didn't put one in the box you can buy one on Amazon cheaply. Make sure your dish has an eSata port. Should be am eSata port on the drive. Note! You may lose all your shows on your Dish console. Google about this or read you Dish manual. On my DirectTV, the drive inside is ignored in favor of the external. Good luck.
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I agree. The Hopper and the OTA will only work with activated Dish service. As suggested why not purchase a TiVo to record programs with an antenna for reception of the local signals.
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I've had good luck with D cables (dcables.net), very good quality and low price cables and adapters. (I needed a DVI to HDMI adapter [$9.99] for my Dish HD DVR)
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This is not a wireless camera and I do not know if it works with a dish dvr as I do not have one of those.
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I am just wondering if the 7 will pull movies to record straight off of a Dish DVR (movies/programs already recorded) like the 705 will do, with a free plug-in.
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Yep! Just plug it into one of the USB ports and you'll be able to select your wireless network. If you buy the sling adapter you'll be able to control and watch your DVR from anywhere in the world with the dish app. Very handy.
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I can preselect programs with Dish's TV Guide and time them just as I would with the DVR. Both are then matched to make sure the correct recording happens (although I always spare a couple minutes before and after for a program, showtimes on certain channels are always unpredictable). Both Dish and Philips allow for weekly/daily/weeklong/weekend programming, so manually it becomes a breeze after a while (until a channel decides to switch times on shows for no good reason, then it becomes a eyesore of a chore).I also use RCA cables for my DVR and programmed it to the only channel that accepts a signal (ch 4), that way I only have to worry about Dish, channel wise. EXT1 source is used for any VCR-DVR dubbing. I can preselect programs with Dish's TV Guide and time them just as I would with the DVR. Both are then matched to make sure the correct recording happens (although I always spare a couple minutes before and after for a program, showtimes on certain channels are always unpredictable). Both Dish and Philips allow for weekly/daily/weeklong/weekend programming, so manually it becomes a breeze after a while (until a channel decides to switch times on shows for no good reason, then it becomes a eyesore of a chore).I also use RCA cables for my DVR and programmed it to the only channel... » Read More I can preselect programs with Dish's TV Guide and time them just as I would with the DVR. Both are then matched to make sure the correct recording happens (although I always spare a couple minutes before and after for a program, showtimes on certain channels are always unpredictable). Both Dish and Philips allow for weekly/daily/weeklong/weekend programming, so manually it becomes a breeze after a while (until a channel decides to switch times on shows for no good reason, then it becomes a eyesore of a chore).I also use RCA cables for my DVR and programmed it to the only channel that accepts a signal (ch 4), that way I only have to worry about Dish, channel wise. EXT1 source is used for any VCR-DVR dubbing. « Show Less
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Sorry, I don't have dish. I assume that it can record from dish, but I don't know. We use it to record TV from rabbit ears. In Milwaukee we have lots of over-the-air stations and we use the Magnavox to record and if we want to keep something, we dub to DVD. My wife is 80 and uses the Magnavox every day to record her favorite shows and watch when she has the time. There is a back log of 50 or 60 shows on the disk. Some are full length operas. Bill Smith
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dish network is like cable sure you can , just make sure channel 03 is on vcr ,hit rec start recording .
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My answer is based upon Directv do not know about Dish at all. Not sure about the TVs but the unit can work with 2 receivers. I have a DVR that has 2 receivers in it and it works fine with that.
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I don't have access to a Roku, but know that if I want to connect a hard drive to my DVR from Dish Network, it must be a powered, not bus-powered drive solution. In other words, if it's anything like my system, it will only work if it has an external power supply. I'd imagine that if your Roku accepts a USB drive, try it with any other bus-powered device. If you have an AC-powered drive, then try that. But, not knowing how Roku uses its USB port is the bug unknown for which you will need an answer before taking action. Finally, hard drives are platform-agnostic; it's the power needed to use them and their formatting (FAT, MacOS or other). I hope this helps I don't have access to a Roku, but know that if I want to connect a hard drive to my DVR from Dish Network, it must be a powered, not bus-powered drive solution. In other words, if it's anything like my system, it will only work if it has an external power supply. I'd imagine that if your Roku accepts a USB drive, try it with any other bus-powered device. If you have an AC-powered drive, then try that. But, not knowing how Roku uses its USB port is the bug unknown for which you will need an answer before taking action. Finally, hard drives are platform-agnostic; it's the power needed to use... » Read More I don't have access to a Roku, but know that if I want to connect a hard drive to my DVR from Dish Network, it must be a powered, not bus-powered drive solution. In other words, if it's anything like my system, it will only work if it has an external power supply. I'd imagine that if your Roku accepts a USB drive, try it with any other bus-powered device. If you have an AC-powered drive, then try that. But, not knowing how Roku uses its USB port is the bug unknown for which you will need an answer before taking action. Finally, hard drives are platform-agnostic; it's the power needed to use them and their formatting (FAT, MacOS or other). I hope this helps « Show Less