Accessories & Hardware

HDMI Cables

 * Cheap HDMI are just as likely to work well as any expensive one so save your money.


 * Amazon Basics work well.


 * Make sure to route any HDMI cables away from your Input and Link RF/Aeriel cables and if you have any tuning issues (especially HD channels) thentry moving the HDMI cable relative to RF cable.

Remote Controls - Alternatives (Multi Device Programmable/Learning)

 * Logitech Remotes are highly regarded


 * 300 - 300i - 600 - etc

USB Sticks & HDD'S

 * Known Good USB see How To - Prepare USB


 * HDD as Fitted by DigitalStream
 * HDD is a Western Digital AV series.
 * 320GB WD3200AVVS
 * 500GB WD5000AVDS
 * 1TB .... WD10EURS


 * Current WD Listing WD AV-GP


 * Alternative HDD is the ST3500312CS Seagate Pipeline HD 500GB
 * (Note: Single Platter Seagate AV drives seem to be quieter and last longer in the DS DHR)