[woodcreeker]

Using the new PVR Functions on the Coolsat 6100 private

Hey guys, these are just a few pointers I have found for using the PVR funtions on the 6100 private.

Connect the hard drive to the USB port (the 6100 has no back port, only the front) and format it. Then use the PVR function buttons (the top round set) like you would on a DVD recorder or VCR.

I am using a Maxtor One Touch 4 320g HDD.
To Format the external hard drive go:
Menu -> Utilities -> USB -> Format

There are a couple of other options you can change by going:
Menu -> Utilities -> Recording Options

When watching a program that you have recorded, press the info button on the remote and when the info box pops up, it will say PLAY and have the title of the program and the time remaining displayed. It is nothing major, but pretty cool if you want to know how much time is remaining in the program.

Also, if you press the button directly above the number 2 (it looks like an eject button for a VCR) a box with a quick link to the PVR functions. It keeps from having to go into the menu to get to the play list to see what all is recorded.

To set timer recordings:
With the remote do this Menu -> System Setting -> Timer Manager. Then press the Green button. Enter the info you see on the screen. In the last setting, which will be 'TYPE' be sure to change this to 'Record'.

I do not know if the receiver has to be left on or if it will work if you turn it off. I never turn mine off.

To program a scheduled record you can set it up the way I described. Set the mode for however often you want it to record... Once, Daily, Weekly, or pick the day of the week.

These are things that I have found in playing around with the receiver. If I find more options, I will update this post.

[jsquare]

Could you schedule recordings from the EPG?
Can you create folders to move and organize your recordings?
How is the picture quality compared to other receivers?

I'll be getting my CS6100 in a few days, but I wanted to make sure those features are available which it seems very similar to the CS7K I had for 10 months and that I got rid off due to the freezing problems. The PQ via component on the CS7K was clearly superior to any other receiver I had, maybe the CS6100 has it too.

[yh54rock]

where do I find Coolcast 6100 loader?

[woodcreeker]

Generally, you use a USB drive to upgrade this receiver. Then download the latest file, and unzip it and copy it to the USB drive. If you absolutely need the loader...

Linked here -> Common Loader for Coolsat 7000 7100 and 6100 private