[akelley]

Just checked out the 169time site and they say specifically that the SA 4200HD cannot be modified to output firewire. So are there any other options I have? Not holding my breath, of course, but just thought I would ask.

 

[dt_dc]

If it doesn't have Firewire ... then no.


However, if you have a digital cable system (using QAM) they are supposed to be able to offer you a HD stb with Firewire (at your request) by April 1, 2004.

http://hraunfoss.fcc.gov/edocs_publi...C-03-225A1.pdf
Quote:

(4) Cable operators shall: (i) Effective April 1, 2004, upon request of a customer, replace any leased high definition set-top box, which does not include a functional IEEE 1394 interface, with one that includes a functional IEEE 1394 interface or upgrade the customer's set-top box by download or other means to ensure that the IEEE 1394 interface is functional.