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matt17

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#196323 27-May-2016 09:27
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Hello

 

Have had a quick look around here but no answers that jumps out. 

 

I've recently got rid of Sky and am looking at options that allow me to view TV and hopefully record it to a USB device. I have a 2015 LG 4K TV (49UF770V-TA) - I understand this has a built-in Freeview tuner. Ideally I'd like to be able to programme the tuner to record remotely, although this isn't a deal breaker. Do I need to get a STB if I want to record? I haven't been able to determine the capabilities of my TV in this regard.

 

Also, I'd like to still be able to watch certain sports events (primarily rugby) but can't justify paying about $80/month for the privilege. So FanPass 2.0 looks like an option (I have fibre too, so hopefully no network dramas) - are there other options for streaming SKySport - even if it comes from abroad via satellite??

 

Matthew


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rp1790
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  #1560495 27-May-2016 09:49
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For Rugby you can use rugbypass.com although you'll aslo need to use a DNS redirect service.  I use dns4me.net and it works well.




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  #1560527 27-May-2016 10:52
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@rp1790 - how do you stream it onto the TV - do you have an app or do you connect via a PC?


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  #1560621 27-May-2016 12:12
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KrazyKid:

 

@rp1790 - how do you stream it onto the TV - do you have an app or do you connect via a PC?

 

 

 

 

I play it on my iPad and then Airplay to my Apple TV.  Works really well and it's a good HD stream, at least 720p.




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  #1560625 27-May-2016 12:19
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How much is a RugbyPass sub?


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  #1560630 27-May-2016 12:25
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trig42:

 

How much is a RugbyPass sub?

 

 

 

 

$15USD per month.


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  #1560646 27-May-2016 12:41
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Thanks, well worth it. Will check over the weekend. Hopefully my DNS provider will let me pretend I'm in HK or wherever needed (Unlocator).


matt17

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  #1560674 27-May-2016 13:10
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Thanks for the replies - very helpful.

The DNS redirecting - is that tricky to figure out? I assume it's a service one subscribes to too?

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