Thread: Why can't an stb's EPG simply be transferred to a dvdr?
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Old 29-01-2008, 19:35   #12
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Re: Why can't an stb's EPG simply be transferred to a dvdr?
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Originally Posted by popper View Post
they cover across the board mandatory inclusion of working CI CAM slots in all equipment, and it appears the UK/vendors are breaking these rules, although im not sure if anyones ever bothered to bring a case to court to force the UK vendors of 'multi-channel TV platforms' equipment and/or broadcasters to fully comply with the EU directive.
That only applies to IDTVs. See Article 24 and Annex VI of http://ec.europa.eu/information_soci...s/03673en1.pdf

Besides, what has it done for the consumer? Hands up every IDTV owner who has used their CI slot. Or have you been just forced to pay for something you'll never use?
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