I think you guys cleared up the issue for me. I believe either HBO or DTV (whoever is responsible for that) are not entirely accurate in the labeling on the program info. More and more programs on HBO are being labeled, some even indicating "5.1 Dolby Digital" in the introduction to the program. Some are actually decoded and indicated as '3/2.1' but most seem to be DD 2.0. It seems like the premier shows are done in 5.1 and the reruns throughout the week are 2.0. Does this fit with others observations? I appreciate the breakdown, it helps tremdously!

Gonk, you are the man! You'd think after setting up three remotes due to all the returns and problems I've had I'd know that. Thanks again.

P.S. I won't post again until I learn how to read-particularly the manual (my helper monkey typed this for me).