DIRECTV on Demand will be available for Internet connected HR20’s that are running on a compatible version of software.DIRECTV on Demand works on a request/push model. The user requests a program (either via the HR20 or DIRECTV.com), then the HR20 downloads that content via the Internet, and stores the downloaded content just like any other recorded program.

Some key notes about DOD:

* Content can be watched and trickplayed while downloading. But just like a live recording, you can’t exceed the end of “recorded/downloaded” content
* Content that “costs” will be denoted with a $. These are PPV’s and follow the same rules as broadcast PPVs. You will only be charged when you VIEW the conent, not when you download it.
* Some content is only available if you subscribe to the corresponding normal channel (such as Starz)
* Download speeds are dependent on your ISP, home network, router, etc.
* Some content has expiration dates
* Some content will be PUSHED via SAT to the systems. This content will be stored in the reserved area of the drive, and will not use your normal recording space.

DIRECTV on Demand is currently in field trials, the descriptions and images in this thread may change before being released to the general consumer.

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