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Dreambox DM800HD PVR review

Hot on the heels of the DM600PVR comes its hi-def relative but obsession with size has compromised its usefulness

Our Score

Last reviewed: December 16th 2008

Price at launch £359.00
Dimensions 196x130x40
Connectivity Ethernet, RS-232, Scart, USB 2.0
DISEqC Level 1.0, Level 1.1, Level 1.2, USALS
EPG Details DVB now/next and 7-day
HDD Capacity (GB) 120
LNB Inputs 1
LNB Loopthrough Yes
Remote Control Yes
Selectable FEC Yes
Software Upgrade Ethernet, USB
Supported Format (Interlaced) 1080i
Supported Format (Progressive) 576p, 720p
Symbol Rate 2-45
Teletext Details DVB decoded
UHF Modulator Tuning No

Product Summary

DM800HD

Dreambox DM800HD

Price at launch

£359.00

Key specs


HDD Capacity (GB): 120 |

Full spec

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Linux upgradeability

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Excellent networking features

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Potential for mobile usage

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Strong AV quality

Against

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More search options needed

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Front-panel display too small

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The occasional bug

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No simultaneous SD and HD output

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