Re: DirecTV universal remote

> It's unlikely that it would work.
>
> Unless the receivers are different brands (or even, possibly, if they are)
> they probably listen for the same codes, and would have to have been
> designed with this functionality in mind for it to work (TiVos, for
> example, are designed like this).
>
> Does the remote currently operate both of the receivers simultaneously (if
> they are in the same room), or without switching modes on the remote (if
> they aren't...)?

No, the receivers have completely different codes.  They are both Hughes but
one is a TiVo (HDVR2) and the other is a standard recevier (GCEB0).

> If so, there is a way to make the remote control only one receiver at a
> time, involving the use of polarizing film. I can explain if needed.

Interesting!  I'd love to know how to do that, although I don't need to do
it right now.  If it's a simple explanation, please shoot.

> If not, then the remote would have to be designed to allow two separate
> satellite codes, and it's quite likely that it's not. Are there any
> buttons on the remote that always operate the satellite receiver,
> regardless of the selected function? This would indicate that the
> Satellite function is unique in it's ability to control satellite
> receivers (meaning you can't assign, say, the VCR function to control a
> satellite receiver).

Yes, some button presses (Guide, etc.) always lights the original satellite
button.  But the manual specifically states that you can convert the VCR key
for control of a second sat receiver.

> You can get around this with a different universal remote, like a JP1
> capable one (http://www.hifi-remote.com/jp1/)

THANKS LENROC!!  Wow, that JP1 stuff looks cool.  I've always been annoyed
with the limitations of most universal remotes and wanted programmability.
I haven't had a chance to read everything at that site, but can I assume
that if a remote has the 6-pin interface then I can program it?  I remember
seeing that on this particular remote and being suspicious that I was
missing out on something.