" As soon as I start pushing the "9" button on the remote to type in the hack I get a "prohibited" on the display...any ideas what the problem is? I hope this isn't some brand new version that won't accept the hack. "

That is what it sounds like.

" my friend let me borrow 3 R2 discs ......I've only spot-checked these so far, but they looked great."

I'm sure you will enjoy the L&H box when it arrives.