Thanks for the reply. I presently don't have a remote yet. I'm assuming that any current computer will have the capability to receive RF or IR via the USB port. I really don't want to have to point the remote though even though I have a pretty clear line of sight.

I was looking at the Keyspan ER-V2 RF for $41.24 at Amazon.com. Although, I'm not sure that I can even record TV because I have UVerse by AT&T.

Thanks