RCA DS4290RE DIRECTV/UltimateTV Satellite System with Built-In 35-Hour Digital Video Recorder and Free Pro-Installationsee Terms and Conditions)
Forget the politics - useless hardware
I bought one of these from a bricks and boards store and (fortunately) bought a replacement extended warranty.  My 4th unit since 12/9/01 has just failed entirely.  Don't waste your money.  Extended warranty or no, I'm ridding myself of this nuisance.