Can you record from satellite TV without having to down load to a computer first?
1184185
Yes, you need to connect RCA cables from sat receiver to DVD unit and select the DVD-R input for those particular jacks on the back (Line 1). There is no HDMI input on this model but it has RCA composite, S-Video and if memory serves me right, component input. I would use S-Video if my sat/cable receiver has such output for better picture.
1184186
Yes, can record as the program is being broadcast, or later if the program was recorded the on the Direct TV computer box.
1419682
Yes, you can record shows off the air. As long as you have the yellow, red, and white Tv inputs on your Television. I use them and did not use HDMI.
1847961
If you have Basic Cable that doesn't require a box, you can plug your cable directly into the unit; it has a built in tuner just like modern TVs have. You can also connect a cable or satellite receiver and record from that but you will be limited to non-HD picture (the box will convert down to standard definition).
102376
Yes. The unit stores the recordings internally, so you don't need a signal to replay it. The unit will only record if it is receiving a satellite signal though
434569
Yes! you can record TV when connected properly I got mine hooked to my cable box . cable box to TV . Different TV may have their on way you have to check the owners manual
1431619
you can set it to just record on to your computer but you will have to come back when the playing is done.
1429583
Really it's only used for game and video capture on your pc. I wouldn't capture cable or satellite do to copyright issues. I'm not even sure if it'll work
1903529
The supplied DVR and camera combination will work fine without an internet connection. However you will have to supply a monitor to view the recordings or live video feeds.
1481755
I have not explored the option but from my installing it, it does not seem possible without an external recording device from the output on the device.
1686884
You'll need a device that has RCA inputs to record the video. A VCR or a computer with a TV card that has a VIDEO IN connector.
1233463
You cannot - it can only record the show in the resolution in which it is broadcast (HD or SD).
1590554
The one I got was not a recorder. Also, the number of shows recorded is a feature of your satellite service provider. The standard is record 2 while watching 1. You have to pay extra to get the additionals. Not sure about your 2nd question. It is not "wireless", so it will grab the signal only as far away as the cable length allows <;-)
1671507
Does your HDTV have an HDMI out port or at least component cables to hook up to the input of the DVD recorder? I doubt it does so it is highly unlikely that you could record from the TV. In order to be able to record anything you need an input source that has its own tuner, or cancels the need for a tuner, as this recorder does not have one built in, but without some type of input source there will be nothing for the recorder to record
1432059
I don't think so ... the commands indicate that a disc is required in the drive before recording can begin. You should probably investigate TiVo.
215928
Yes, you can split the cable and record using the coax cable input on this device and bypass the cable DVR box. The DVR coax output on cable boxes is analog; therefore, this unit will not record from the cable DVR box. In addition, only broadcast HD TV channels can be recorded with this device.
832022
Yes, you can. This unit only records when there is a DVD in the drive bay-I originally thought there was a hard drive to buffer the recording; there is not. Great unit, have using ours for a couple of years.
1230083
I have used it to record episodes of t.v. shows and a few football games to DVD. I was able to watch them later with no issues.Note: I use broadcast television. I do not have cable or satellite.