Slingbox with directv?

[jcrandall]

I concur, since DirecTV set all channels to require HDCP, if you have an HDMI TV connected, you may need something to keep the signal active while the TV is turned off. Easiest solution is to add a HDMI splitter.

I have used this model with success:
http://www.monoprice.com/product?p_id=8204