Does this DVR record and playback over-the-air programs in HD?
1780812
It will receive OTA HD programs BUT it records in Standard Definition.I see that Kevin has also answered. The reason it records in SD is due to the industry demand and copyright restrictions that consumers NOT be able to have portable HD recordings of broadcast/Satellite/Blu-ray, etc media..You'll notice that some of the other reviews say "can't wait for HD recording" - that's not going to happen under the current U.S. copyright laws.
1780813
No, this recorder is SD, but if you record in either HQ or SP mode, the resolution is high enough that it looks quite good upconverted to 1080p via the HDMI output om my 55" TV, but it's still not HD. Be sure to select 16:9 video aspect ratio in the menu so it will look right on an HDTV.
1780814
I ' m recording from digital cable box and I never try any other way to do so
1780815
No. This unit down converts and records in standard definition and then up converts the playback in HD. Seems counterproductive but my guess is this approach was chosen to put less demand on the hardware. The up conversion is very good and the quality is about 90% of true HD. I would estimate most people would not notice the slight loss of quality.
1780816
It will receive OTA HD programs BUT it records in Standard Definition. I see that Kevin has also answered. The reason it records in SD is due to the industry demand and copyright restrictions that consumers NOT be able to have portable HD recordings of broadcast/Satellite/Blu-ray, etc media.. You'll notice that some of the other reviews say "can't wait for HD recording" - that's not going to happen under the current U.S. copyright laws.
1780817
Hi, No this won't record in HD even though it may be broadcast in HD. You'd need a blueray recorder to keep it to HD quality. This is just standard definition quality. I really like the units though if that's not an issue.
1139092
NO "BUT" it has a USB port that you han add an external hard drive then it will act like a dvr....
183407
Yes, I use mine for that. Don't expect setting up program recordings to be as easy as cable DVR. The set up for program recording is not very user friendly but it does the job. Antenna cable attachment is easy. Output to the TV is easy as well. Just read the user manual to set up.
2084429
I believe that the statement above is incorrect .This device should record HDTV broadcast since it contains an ATSC tuner.However it will not play the broadcast back as HD since the media to which it writes (regular DVD & VHS tape) do not support playback in HD. Ergo you lose some definition in playback.
1430647
Will I be able to record shows that are stored on my cable dvr to this dvd recorder? Has anyone tried this?
1209581
You can use this Tivo to record over-the-air HD channels, if there are any in your area. To find out what station are near you and what size antenna you need to receive them go to http://www.antennaweb.org
834843
This device has no hard drive, it just provides an ota tuner. You connect you outside antenna to it. Programs you record will be on the DVR harddrive
1389073
Yes and no. This device TUNES free over the air TV signals from an antenna, converts it to a streaming MPEG2 format, and sends it out over your home network to any computer or device that can use it. It is up to those computer's or devices to display, record, or otherwise use the video. The unit includes software for viewing but not recording. Computers running Windows Media Center, MythTV, or an assortment of other DVR software packes or devices can record from it.
2165522
It will NOT record commercial DVDs to the hard drive. But it will record any DVD that's not copy-protected, including shows you may record off the air.
2181633
Unless your main dvr has some sort of DLNA functionality, I'm going to lean towards no. You most likely are not going to able to watch recorded shows.
1261014
Does anyone know how to record programs from a DVR cable box (like TIVO)? Im not sure if I need a DV cable or if it can't be done.
1683138
I heard of Ispy dvr software that can be downloaded that does well for what you ask.
1756126
Yes, you can record over-the-air digital channels. The Tivo forums website has a lot of information about using Tivo DVRs. Enjoy
1424134
The recorder does have a manual set recording where you can select individual programs. User that method if you are not interested in reruns.
183409
This unit has an ATSC tuner, so it should be able to record over the air HD signal. Just get a good antenna.
1394699
No. However, my DirecTv HD-DVR allows for the recording of multiple programs while watching another channel. I would think yours does too.
1704628
This unit does not work with HD/DVR's. Only for regular regular/dvr recievers.