Just wondering if anyone has had success negotiating with DTV to reduce or eliminate the $9.95 monthly UTV charges?

That's the price - take it or leave it. Best case, they might give you some programming credits to offset the cost.

Of course, they may also suggest that they have other DVR options to choose from.

Unfortunately, though, the fee is what it is. Based on what I've seen with some of the "cheaper" DVRs out there, it's well worth the extra cost.

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