Philips DSR6000R DIRECTV Receiver with TiVo Service
Born to Die
I have nothing but praise for the concept and operation of the Tivo.  Going back to find out what the heck that person in the previous scene said; watching a favorite show when you want (without going to the trouble of actually doing anything).  What could be better?  BUT, I think this model is poorly engineered.  It gets too hot!  I thought so when I first installed it (Nov. '00).  Although I was careful to situate it away from any sources of heat and in a well-ventilated area, it died in nine months.  Since I had purchased a three-year extended warranty, I figured that if my fears were realized,  I could simply replace each model as it died.   But I discovered that a three-year extended warranty with The Good Guys (the retailers)  was &quot;fulfilled&quot; (read &quot;canceled&quot;) with the first replacement.  The next time the DSR6000R dies I will replace it with two units, a separate satellite receiver and a separate Tivo.  I would recommend this option to everyone.