Skybox question

[moley2k5]

Hoping one of you kind folks will help me out:

Thinking of ditching Sky and getting an F5s. Just got a couple of questions.

1. Can you record a channel whilst watching another (e.g. record bbc1 but watch itv). I know you need a hard drive to record but I can't find out if it lets you record and watch. If not is there a similar box that will do that and is able to do the same "stuff" as the Skybox.
2. Can someone PM me regarding where best to get one please? Finding out there are a load of dodgy clones out there.

Thanks in advance

[Nibb]

These boxes only have one LNB input so recording of another channel whilst watching a different one isnt possible.

Get a Vu+ Duo if you want that functionality (I would recommend them anyway).

Concerning suppliers of F5 I have no idea - perhaps someone else will be able to help.

[moley2k5]

Thanks Nibb. That Vu+ Duo looks like a nice bit of kit

[Nibb]

Yep Ive had one for years - excellent!!

[scoobie_wrc]

does it the do the same as a skybox if u see where i'm coming from?

[moley2k5]

yeah does the same important bits and shed loads more. the new duo2 boxes look excellent but very pricey. think im gonna go for the solo2.

spent my afternoon at work "researching"

[TAR]

I was gonna say to try the solo2. Thats what I have, its a great bit of kit.

[toonarmynufc]

I have a duo 2 its fantastic

[Detector]

if you need a genuine box supplier let me know (for skyboxes)


det.

[Tarquin84]

1. Can you record a channel whilst watching another (e.g. record bbc1 but watch itv). I know you need a hard drive to record but I can't find out if it lets you record and watch.

Generally speaking, if the two channels are on the same transponder you should be able to record one and watch the other, even with a single LNB. It all depends on the hardware and firmware revision, though. But technically it is possible.

[Nibb]

Generally speaking, if the two channels are on the same transponder you should be able to record one and watch the other, even with a single LNB. It all depends on the hardware and firmware revision, though. But technically it is possible.

Even though its possible its not very practical is it and we all know what he meant!

[Detector]

it would help if he introduced himself too

[McSheep]

Yooo Moley, ive got the Technomate 5402 & cant fault it not bad price either.

[moley2k5]

Howdo McSheepy lad. Cheers for info.

Whats gan on with ur mobile u changed ur number?

[sellsiniho]

Hi,

I'm a noob when it comes to all these skyboxes etc but I have had enough of Murdoch pulling my pants down for the last 5 years and am well up for giving it back to him for once.... Thing is, I'm looking on ebay and I'm not really sure what I'm looking at. I understand that some offer the 'gift' for 12 months, but what's to say it only lasts a month??!?!?

Could really do with some decent advice if poss? I have the capability to put a file on a USB and then plug it into a slot, put a IP address into a DMZ on a router but I sure as shite can't write C++ or anything like that soo really just want to know what I'm dealing with.

My names Sellsey and I'm new on here..... No I'm not a leech, old bill, sky bod, troll etc etc but I can be a mouthy c*nt if antagonised!!!

[Detector]

well you wont last long I predict, shut the door on your way out.

[sellsiniho]

Cheers for the welcome mate and the help

[sellsiniho]

Can anyone else offer any useful advice please? I would've of actually bit on your comment many moons ago Detector, but as I am no longer 14 or a little girl I will let that slide as I appreciate you probably have got nothing better to do with your time/life

[Detector]

your quite right, cant fault a man when hes not wrong, now please make sure the door stays firmly shut. bye bye

[moley2k5]

haha nice one