Actually, you're right. My main decision to avoid the combination is for TivoNet. I've heard with some serious adapters and a little sawing, you can make it work. I'm just a little nervous about it. But hell, even if I screw up I can still afford another one for the price of what I'm paying for that stand-alone.

Should I get one that supports Dolby Digital too? Do you know if there are issues with that?

Greg