Comparation: TV Receivers and DVRs

Directv R15 DTV Receiver / 100-Hours Video Recorder

DESC: Enjoy over 225 channels of entertainment with high-quality, all-digital picture and sound. This receiver pulls in DIRECTV satellite broadcasts of TV shows, movies, sports, and premium channels, as well as music from XM Satellite Radio. Better yet, its built-in hard drive digital video recorder (DVR) lets you easily record up to 100 hours of your favorite programming. You also get some interactive features that are unique to DIRECTV. DIRECTV also included some extra conveniences that you won't find on other receivers. "Mix channels" display live feeds of multiple channels at once, so you can get a quick snapshot of what's on each one. For example, "Kids Mix" lets you see what's on the most popular kids' channels, then select which one you want to watch. You can also enjoy exclusive interactive capabilities from NFL Sunday Ticket™, DIRECTV's most popular sports package.


DISH Network DVR-625 DTV Receiver / 100-Hours Video Recorder

DESC: This satellite receiver with dual tuner and two TV outputs provide the unique ability to record two shows simultaneously as well as independent viewing of satellite programming and recorded events when connected to two televisions.