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HeartsCanHope

(1,763 posts)
Thu Sep 11, 2025, 01:16 AM Sep 2025

Has anyone ever used a Tablo DVR or similar device with an over-the-air antenna?

Does anyone have any advice on which device to buy? Still looking for more ways to watch programming without cable. My husband watches sports, and I'd like more of PBS Create content I can't get with cable or YouTube TV. I also have Acorn TV and Britbox, and have PBS Passport, too. I understand you don't need a monthly contract with the new Tablo DVR. Thanks in advance for your help!

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Has anyone ever used a Tablo DVR or similar device with an over-the-air antenna? (Original Post) HeartsCanHope Sep 2025 OP
Been using a Tablo for several months after canceling YouTube TV. I dvr programs so I can ff through the ads. Floyd R. Turbo Sep 2025 #1
Thank you! I'll certainly check that out. HeartsCanHope Sep 2025 #2
My pleasure. Floyd R. Turbo Sep 2025 #3

Floyd R. Turbo

(33,281 posts)
1. Been using a Tablo for several months after canceling YouTube TV. I dvr programs so I can ff through the ads.
Thu Sep 11, 2025, 08:46 AM
Sep 2025

Set up is simple. I purchased the unit with the included antenna from Amazon for about $100. Tablo frequently has sales if you buy directly from them.

You may want to check out the videos about them on YouTube.

Hope this helped!

HeartsCanHope

(1,763 posts)
2. Thank you! I'll certainly check that out.
Thu Sep 11, 2025, 04:50 PM
Sep 2025

Been increasingly aggravated with YouTube TV. We don't watch much on it, just want it for sports and weather. Thanks again for the info!

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