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I have a Philips DSX5353R receiver. I didn't really chose it, it came in a package from the guy who installed the whole system (three 5353s. one DirecTivo, an oval dish, and a 5 x 8 switch). I want to record some shows on the VCR. Actually, my wife does, so she can play the tapes in other rooms. Right now it works, but you have to set the channel on the receiver ahead of time, and make sure you leave it there. And, of course, you can't record a second program on a different channel. I figured I would just go buy a VCR (they are pretty cheap and mine are pretty old) with a cable mouse. I bought the Sony N99. Of course, it only supports a cable mouse, it doesn't come in the box. You have to mail order it. I did so. It arrived, but when I went to set it up, I found that Sony does not provide a code for the Philips receiver. They list Philips cable boxes and other peoples satellite receivers, but not Philips. I called Sony and they said it is based on a chip in the VCR. If the receiver is not on the list, then the Sony will never support it. I called Philips to find out who makes their receiver to see if I can use someone else's codes, but they claim it is made by Philips. They also kept referring me to 800 numbers which turn out to be DirecTV, who, of course, are no help. Does anyone know if there is a VCR that can control this receiver? I know I can record on the DirecTivo and save to tape, but I wanted to use the old fashioned method and save a step.
Robb
Robb