bearsnob
Oregon
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The DTVPal does control the TV volume, but does not turn the TV on and off. The power source is 5 volts/2amps. So I would guess there would be a way to run it off of RV batteries. I have an inverter, so that isn't an issue for me.
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RealtyRoy
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On my last post I tried to put in a link and I just couldn't get back into the forum.
Every time I tried to load a page it would just be a white screen and at the bottom left of the screen it would say done. As if it was done loading what it had to load, I figured it was a forum problem.
Anyway,DTVpal
That's the box I was talking about.
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Roy
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redcow
North Platte, NE
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The more I read about and compare converter boxes, the more confused I get.
I think I have it narrowed down to RCA DTA 800b1, Zenith DTT901, or the DTVPal.
Which one should it be???
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Jim
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bearsnob
Oregon
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Roy,
More than half way through the review, it does state that there is a volume control. It doesn't directly control the TV volume. Instead, it controls the volume of the audio going to the the TV. So you basically have to turn the volume up on the TV first and then the box lets you adjust volume after that. Maybe that is the source of confusion. I'm not sure why they complain so much about the remote itself. I found it easy enough to operate it without looking at it after only a day or so of using it. The buttons are different sizes and, combined with the way they are layed out, you can pretty much get to any function just by "feel."
As for the issue of it not being able directly control TV functions, that's not a huge issue for me. Walmart sells an eight device universal remote that has a learning function for remotes not in its library. Its the Sony RM-VL600 and it costs less than $25. I've got all my remotes programmed in, including the remote for my air conditioner/furnace. Much easier than dealing with the seven different remotes that I would need otherwise and I don't have to worry about what will happen if a remote breaks. So I rarely use the other remotes now that I have this one.
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pdoucet
MA
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Just want to thank all in this post for the comments. Just installed my DTVPAL that I purchased at Sears in my RV. What a difference! With the batwing flat on the roof I am able to get all the Boston stations .. about 25 miles south. Without the converter all I get is a very poor snowstorm. Thanks again.
Pierre
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dadd45
northeast NEBR USA
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Just TRIED to install new DTVPal plus from DISH......FAILURE!!!!!.....the box would NOT respond to any command from the remote (even on/off)...it showed it was on (green light) but NO response to ANY buttons on the remote......DISH tech support gave up after 30 min and said "replace it".....new one coming ...just curious if this is commonplace or just a "fluke"...noticed the remote was made in China...oh oh
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wa8yxm
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Thanks that answers one of my DTV concerns... Recording
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