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GEN-5 Video Data Saver -Specific Apps
I'm new to HN and Gen 5 and wondered if anyone knew any specifics behind the Data Saver feature. I called customer service last night, and they tried their best but had no additional information tha...
With regard to DirecTV On Demand, no, the data saver will not reduce the definition with such.
But, keep in mind that you have absolutely NO WAY of controlling the data usage by your DirecTV receiver, and connecting your DirecTV receiver to your Hughesnet service is normally advised against. Their receivers use data for more than just on demand when connected.
With regard to DirecTV On Demand, no, the data saver will not reduce the definition with such.
But, keep in mind that you have absolutely NO WAY of controlling the data usage by your DirecTV receiver, and connecting your DirecTV receiver to your Hughesnet service is normally advised against. Their receivers use data for more than just on demand when connected.
Thanks, appreciate the quick reply. I have read that about DirecTV using a lot of data behind the scenes. I'm guessing I don't really use the internet connection for anything any way, so probably smart to disconnect unless I needed it for something specifically.
