I had upgraded from a two channel DVR to a Genie. (two rooms but 7 receivers). I also have a 24 in my basement taking me to 8. I have had a 4th box but never tried to use it until today. I am getting a 776 error - SWiM channel error. It is clearly a SWim 8 and I have used the load up. In my bedroom I have the old DVR, but really just use it as a viewing box - don't have anything on the hard drive or use it as a DVR. A very old TIVO I had, had the ability to turn off one of the channels.
Is there anyway to do this on my 24/500 dvr and just use it as a receiver? This is so old it is owned equipment. Or is it possible I can self convert to a swim 16 somehow without a lot of expense? I could just chuck the 24/500 and get a 25 or just a receiver - then I'd be at 8. Ideas? I hate to pay for a lot of equipment upgrade when I have just 3 boxes and want a 4th for the occasional use in the garage.
Is there anyway to do this on my 24/500 dvr and just use it as a receiver? This is so old it is owned equipment. Or is it possible I can self convert to a swim 16 somehow without a lot of expense? I could just chuck the 24/500 and get a 25 or just a receiver - then I'd be at 8. Ideas? I hate to pay for a lot of equipment upgrade when I have just 3 boxes and want a 4th for the occasional use in the garage.