ReplayTV RTV5516 160-Hour Digital Video Recorder
Great Machine....Life Changing Exp.
I purchased thi sunit on December 17th, 2003.   Yes, I'm one of the people who bought a 5504 for $149.00.  I was well aware that this unit came without service as they were selling for 499.00 before the price drop.  Most of those who are complaining about this &quot;Bait and Switch&quot; are people who thought they could cash in on a pricng mistake at the stores.  <br />Fatwallet.com's message boards are rife with posts about &quot;What lie do I tell customer service so they activate my unit&quot;.  <br />It is a shame that there are so many people who think they deserve something for nothing.  The service costs money and it's clear that DNNA never intended to sell the units at rock bottom prices with service included. <br />There is no bait and switch.  You can return the units to the store for a full refund if you are unhappy.   If you are happy with the service, pay for it.  What selfish purpose is served by those that wish to rip off the company?  Would they rather the company goes out of business?  Then what?  Those fools would be left with useless boxes.  <br />Yeah replaytv screwed up with the price change.  Since when are companies or people perfect? <br />I love the unit and think it is well worth the price.