Very newbie DVR question - using just as over the air recorder - Ktem

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Very newbie DVR question - using just as over the air recorder

I found a DirecTV DVR HR24-500 and its remote. Can I use this without DirecTV serivce? Apparently the older models didn't require activation.

I want to use it only with an over the air antenna signal going in to record the broadcasts on the DVR as I still do with a VCR. Possible?

Can't just test it because there was no power cord. If it might work for my intended use then I assume I can get a power cord - it has a different connector than usual IEC cords we use in audio do....

Obviously I am over the air only. I'd like to avoid integrating my net access and my TV for now, if that affects any answer you might have.

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Topic - Very newbie DVR question - using just as over the air recorder - Ktem 08:41:15 08/24/13 (2)

You can't use it without DirecTv service. - volunteer 13:10:45 08/24/13 (0)

RE: Very newbie DVR question - using just as over the air recorder - DavidLD 09:40:51 08/24/13 (0)

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