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F40 · 25-05-08, 10:07 AM

Hi All

Whilst I havent decided yet these 2 RX keep coming up as meeting my needs:

Darkbox REV 2008 HD (£200) and
Technomate TM-6900 COMBO HD (£265)

Both are HD and can be used as a PVR so it seems.

I have read that the Darkbox can be 'user updateble ;-)' which would be a plus.

Are they both similar quality units and is there anything to consider when choosing them apart?

I want to be able to back up programmes from the RX/HDD/PVR onto my PC and burn to DVD

TIA for the help.

Regards

Rob

ps seems a lot better value to buy the RX in with the rest of the outdoor gear (better price discounts)

radtv · 25-05-08, 10:57 AM

Both can be patched via a USB stick, the Darkbox only has a single satellite tuner where the Technomate has a satellite and freeview terrestrial one and this is HD so when freeview broadcast HD content then the Technomate will be able to show it, Darkbox have just launched a combo unit with a VFD display this costs £220. Also for the extra money the Technomate is better built and the menu and set up is very easy.

These units do not have a HDD built in you have to connect a USB HDD or eSata HDD if using the Darkbox

Robbo · 25-05-08, 11:46 AM

The impression I get so far on the Darkbox HD is that the softare is 'buggy'. My opinion only, as I have no experience of either, but when I go HD, I'll probably go for the Technomate. This is mainly based on my experience with the TM1000D+ that I have.The TM also gets ITV HD, don't think the Darkbox can.

nvingo · 25-05-08, 12:07 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by southernsatellite

Both can be patched via a USB stick, the Darkbox only has a single satellite tuner where the Technomate has a satellite and freeview terrestrial one and this is HD so when freeview broadcast HD content then the Technomate will be able to show it, Darkbox have just launched a combo unit with a VFD display this costs £220. Also for the extra money the Technomate is better built and the menu and set up is very easy.

These units do not have a HDD built in you have to connect a USB HDD or eSata HDD if using the Darkbox

That's not a given, as the tuner may not be (or be software upgradeable to be) compatible with the DVB-T2 spec which is likely to be a prerequisite to terrestrial HD broadcasts.

radtv · 25-05-08, 01:17 PM

Maybe, but speaking to Technomate they believe they won't have any problems!

tgt · 05-08-08, 08:23 AM

I am looking for a sat box that can record subtitles. Have looked at FortecStar Passion+ which can only display subs but not record.

Can the Darkbox or Technomate record subtitles?

25-05-08, 10:07 AM	#1 (permalink)
F40 Member Join Date: May 2008 Posts: 30 Thanks: 8 Thanked 2 Times in 2 Posts	Darkbox REV 2008 HD OR Technomate TM-6900 COMBO HD Hi All Whilst I havent decided yet these 2 RX keep coming up as meeting my needs: Darkbox REV 2008 HD (£200) and Technomate TM-6900 COMBO HD (£265) Both are HD and can be used as a PVR so it seems. I have read that the Darkbox can be 'user updateble ;-)' which would be a plus. Are they both similar quality units and is there anything to consider when choosing them apart? I want to be able to back up programmes from the RX/HDD/PVR onto my PC and burn to DVD TIA for the help. Regards Rob ps seems a lot better value to buy the RX in with the rest of the outdoor gear (better price discounts) Last edited by F40; 25-05-08 at 10:11 AM.

25-05-08, 10:57 AM	#2 (permalink)
radtv Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Posts: 2,739 Thanks: 90 Thanked 362 Times in 305 Posts	Re: Darkbox REV 2008 HD OR Technomate TM-6900 COMBO HD Both can be patched via a USB stick, the Darkbox only has a single satellite tuner where the Technomate has a satellite and freeview terrestrial one and this is HD so when freeview broadcast HD content then the Technomate will be able to show it, Darkbox have just launched a combo unit with a VFD display this costs £220. Also for the extra money the Technomate is better built and the menu and set up is very easy. These units do not have a HDD built in you have to connect a USB HDD or eSata HDD if using the Darkbox __________________ Before you buy contact or visit www.redappledigital.co.uk on 0800 612 5117. We try hard not to be beaten on price!

25-05-08, 11:46 AM	#3 (permalink)
Robbo Satellite mad Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Kent Posts: 9,374 Thanks: 97 Thanked 1,981 Times in 1,603 Posts	Re: Darkbox REV 2008 HD OR Technomate TM-6900 COMBO HD The impression I get so far on the Darkbox HD is that the softare is 'buggy'. My opinion only, as I have no experience of either, but when I go HD, I'll probably go for the Technomate. This is mainly based on my experience with the TM1000D+ that I have.The TM also gets ITV HD, don't think the Darkbox can. __________________ القمر الصناعي هو أفضل TM600 linux,TM6800HD,TM5200,TM1000,TM2200 motor, Triax TD110 dish. Electronics Engineer and satellite installer.MBC Satellites

25-05-08, 01:17 PM	#5 (permalink)
radtv Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Posts: 2,739 Thanks: 90 Thanked 362 Times in 305 Posts	Re: Darkbox REV 2008 HD OR Technomate TM-6900 COMBO HD Maybe, but speaking to Technomate they believe they won't have any problems! __________________ Before you buy contact or visit www.redappledigital.co.uk on 0800 612 5117. We try hard not to be beaten on price!

05-08-08, 08:23 AM	#6 (permalink)
tgt Junior Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Posts: 1 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Re: Darkbox REV 2008 HD OR Technomate TM-6900 COMBO HD I am looking for a sat box that can record subtitles. Have looked at FortecStar Passion+ which can only display subs but not record. Can the Darkbox or Technomate record subtitles?

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