Technology Hints

Monday, October 15, 2007
9:30:52 pm

Some thoughts on comparing "At-Large Recorder 1"
and "At-Large Recorder 2":

At-Large Recorder 1

1. Changes channels
2. Saves as optimized asf file, that can be scanned
3. Substantial delay between the completion of the recording and the completed processing to optimize the file - the playback format is flexible
4. Can watch SlingPlayer before, during, and after recording.
5. Can change directory and file name prior to recording
6. Default file name is "MyShow.asf" - the same name for all recordings
7. No predetermined maximum transfer rate - practically limited to 800 kbps on my system
8. Must use a non-encrypted stream - this can be forced by using an older SlingPlayer and/or SlingBox

At-Large Recorder 2

1. Does not change channels (already reported to Applian)
2. Saves as asf file, that cannot be scanned
3. File is ready for immediate playback - though the format is not as flexible
4. Can only watch image as it is recorded
5. Though the directory can be changed, the file name cannot be changed
6. Default is date and time of recording - allows each recording to have separate name
7. Recordings are consistently limited to less than 300 kbps
8. Will currently work with any version of the SlingBox firmware.

Labels: Applian, At-Large Recorder, Review

Posted by: Pastor Floyd / 7:13 PM