Seeing as amazon doesn't have just a "questions" page I'm asking here. Does anyone know if there are ANY dvr devices that works like or similar to the one you'd get through your tv provider and WITHOUT the need for internet? This one sounded promising...
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Check out the Channel Master DVR+ Bundle - subscription free digital video recorder with web features and channel guide (CM7500BDL2) and see if that works for you.
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I was wondering if this model has a copyright protect chip, or have folks been successful in recording from Cable Company DVRs? Last night, on my recently-purchased LG model DVD Recorder, I tried to record on DVD-R an episode of The Closer, and got an error "copyright protected -- cannot record" message. I would purchase this Toshiba if I knew it won't have that chip that makes it an expensive doorstop. Thanks.
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TIVO has the best user interface of any of them. Now it is even better with One Pass, where it will check netflix, hulu and Amazon, in addition to your TV lineup, and add the shows to your playlist automatically (i.e., it is a trumped up "Season Pass"). I don't like the cable card, I have to have the tuner, and On Demand is a problem with the cable card. But the user interface is so good I choose it over any cable DVR. My friend still uses the cable DVR and I tried it just the other day... it still stinks.
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Will this device work with my DISH hopper DVR's digital output---Yes I connected the RCA output to my Sony TV but get no sound--- maybe because your settings on your TV are not set to receive a digital audio input from an external device? This device will convert a digital audio signal into an analog audio signal....basically eliminating a receiver component between devices....
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I don't quite understand your question, but I'll tell you what I tried to do. I tried to take my box 3 hours north where we had an antenna, and all i wanted to do was watch my recorded videos, not the live direct TV. It wouldn't work because the antenna was not activated. It was very hard to get the company to tell me whether this would work or not and they kept transferring me until my call got disconnected. lol. My advice is don't count on it being so easy.
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Mine arrived on Tuesday (11/27) and I'm having mixed results. I mainly want it as a portable DVR (I bought it with the docking station) and sometimes it works and other times I can't even see the recording tab to select it. It was great watching Monday night's Heros while I was riding the train yesterday (it was saved to my Comcast DVR on Monday and I transferred it to the 705 on Tuesday evening), and I was able to hook up a card reader to transfer photos from my camera flash cards (after updating the firmware), so I've had some success. The overall problem is poor documentation, and I'm hoping to resolve my problems by playing with it this weekend. Mine arrived on Tuesday (11/27) and I'm having mixed results. I mainly want it as a portable DVR (I bought it with the docking station) and sometimes it works and other times I can't even see the recording tab to select it. It was great watching Monday night's Heros while I was riding the train yesterday (it was saved to my Comcast DVR on Monday and I transferred it to the 705 on Tuesday evening), and I was able to hook up a card reader to transfer photos from my camera flash cards (after updating the firmware), so I've had some success. The overall problem is poor documentation, and I'm... » Read More Mine arrived on Tuesday (11/27) and I'm having mixed results. I mainly want it as a portable DVR (I bought it with the docking station) and sometimes it works and other times I can't even see the recording tab to select it. It was great watching Monday night's Heros while I was riding the train yesterday (it was saved to my Comcast DVR on Monday and I transferred it to the 705 on Tuesday evening), and I was able to hook up a card reader to transfer photos from my camera flash cards (after updating the firmware), so I've had some success. The overall problem is poor documentation, and I'm hoping to resolve my problems by playing with it this weekend. « Show Less
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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.
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This device is a cable box/media player only. It doesnt have any dvr features. I bought a tv card for my computer that I have hooked up to my tv as well and that works great.
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HD/DVR works great in my 5th wheel. I had trouble finding a satellite, I stopped a Direct TV truck and paid the 20 bucks to tune it in for me. unfortunately I still need a SWM switch to record more than one show at a time. most receiver's will need to use the B band switch included with the system. Makes no sense to me to have an HD TV and not use HD service.
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not at all... This product is a DVR (as stated on the page). I cant see anywhere where it mentions recording TV programs..?? Even the name of the product "Swann Digital Video Recorder with Smartphone Viewing and PRO-550 Cameras" is rather clear that its not a cable/sat. DVR, unless they are now packaging those with security cameras now days?? I just reread the part under the "Product Description" and I didnt notice anything that would lead anyone to believe it was anything but a security system DVR. Could you point out what Im missing here??
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That's interesting. I wonder why it's called a DVR. I actually had the same question as Dennis, thanks for your reply.OK. I just got off the phone with tech at Archos and both the home and travel DVR do record from TV, VCR and DVD player. The main difference is the Home DVR dock is not travel friendly because of size/weight and there is no "s" plug on the travel dock.
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tHE TRAVEL DOCk Doesnt have the DVR Capability. . . It cant record off your TV OR Cable Box. . . Im guessing thats why Its half the price. . . for the people who dont care about that feature. . .
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That's interesting. I wonder why it's called a DVR. I actually had the same question as Dennis, thanks for your reply. OK. I just got off the phone with tech at Archos and both the home and travel DVR do record from TV, VCR and DVD player. The main difference is the Home DVR dock is not travel friendly because of size/weight and there is no "s" plug on the travel dock.
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There is an annual fee of $50 for this DVR or you can pay a 1 time fee for $150. The DVR with the subscription would include that fee. I have to say that my Simple.TV was returned to Amazon as it just had too many issues and frankly didn't work very well. I purchased a Channel Master DVR+ from Channel Master and it's AWESOME! I paid $250 for the DVR, $40 for the dongle (for wireless routers) and $13 for shipping= $303. Amazon is now carrying "Channel Master DVR+ Bundle for 313.99 with free shipping. If you don't need everything in the bundle you might want to shop around. This DVR has about 2 hours of recording time so an external hard drive is necessary. There is an annual fee of $50 for this DVR or you can pay a 1 time fee for $150. The DVR with the subscription would include that fee. I have to say that my Simple.TV was returned to Amazon as it just had too many issues and frankly didn't work very well. I purchased a Channel Master DVR+ from Channel Master and it's AWESOME! I paid $250 for the DVR, $40 for the dongle (for wireless routers) and $13 for shipping= $303. Amazon is now carrying "Channel Master DVR+ Bundle for 313.99 with free shipping. If you don't need everything in the bundle you might want to shop around. This DVR has... » Read More There is an annual fee of $50 for this DVR or you can pay a 1 time fee for $150. The DVR with the subscription would include that fee. I have to say that my Simple.TV was returned to Amazon as it just had too many issues and frankly didn't work very well. I purchased a Channel Master DVR+ from Channel Master and it's AWESOME! I paid $250 for the DVR, $40 for the dongle (for wireless routers) and $13 for shipping= $303. Amazon is now carrying "Channel Master DVR+ Bundle for 313.99 with free shipping. If you don't need everything in the bundle you might want to shop around. This DVR has about 2 hours of recording time so an external hard drive is necessary. « Show Less
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I haven't tried Amazon, but suddenly my ability to get Netflix, Youtube, Facebook, etc. has disappeared. I have talked with Netflix & with my internet provider...they concluded it's the tv. I've seen the problem in online forums. They say to reset the tv back to factory settings. But I'm going to call Vizio & see if they can walk me through it.
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Ripped off??? I was able to send my DVR back to time warner, stop paying for rental and useage fee that only really let's you record one show if you still want to watch something, and stop paying for a program guide (really? Pay to see whats on TV?). So my trade off is over $22 in fees for something MUCH better and only $15. Not to mention I do not need to buy a not so smart or easy to use smart tv. As now I can get all the programing I need including Pandora, youtube and amazon prime which we use the most.
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What programming did you record to the DVR that you wanted to put on disc?Some channels, including premium channels like HBO put an interval signal in their content that prevents recording. It makes devices such as the Sony DVDirect think there is no active input signal and thus it will not record. I found it impossible to make discs of VOD content as well due to this feature. Most recently I was unable to burn the HBO miniseries THE PACIFIC to DVD because of this feature.