My advice: don't do it. I had nothing but problems with Contour 1: especially "missed" programming. Since I've had Contour 2 - about 3 months - not a blip as far as recording shows. The problem with the mini box not working was - so far - a one time thing which may have been due to it not reprogramming itself. A simple unplug/replug solved the problem. It's working fine today so I'm guessing that did solve the issue. I understand your frustration with Contour 2 on your end but I'd never go back to Contour 1. Good luck.