Will this record from a DVR?
1955734
I never tried it but it seems reasonable that it would record from a DVR. Since I got rid of it years ago I can't test it to see if it would, however. Good luck!
758640
I never used this device to record tv. I only used it to record ps3 or xbox 360 games. If DirectTv doesn't have a HDCP protecting it you might. Other than that i don't know.
945487
That would depend on your setup with the dvr. Ours works fine. Our dvr will not record protected tapes, even if recorded off of tv and just transferring for your personal use from Vhs to Dvds. So we generally just wait until it comes on Tv again or check for used movies on amazon or cheap movie bends in the stores.
261209
Yes it does. as long as you get video and audio to the VRDV20 it will record shows from the TV DVR. I have done it many of times. If it doesn't work its because you have the cables hooked up wrong.
1285076
from what i understand you are suppose to be able to record from your dvr to a vcr recorder.i cant tell you how, but if you do a search on your computer it will bring up how to do it.
1696124
This unit does not transmit audio or video signals from a DVR, in case that is your question.It only repeats signals generated by the handheld remote control.
1150933
Not sure because I have a different DVR brand but probably yes. I end up returned this camera due to the zoom function issue.
1948787
yes, but some programs are blocked / protected. A blue screen will appear saying some thing indicating the program is protected. All of my recordings are from movies that I have saved on my DVR. Most will record but some will not. Strange, but some times the blocked programs still record even though I get the waring display. If a warning display appears don't give up. Try "write to disc" anyway. you have nothing to loose. I have a ton of DVR recordings. This DVD recorder was well worth it to me. I only wished I purchased a VCR / DVD recorder to make it easier to record that old box of VCR home movies I have.
1109677
It will work fine. You will not be able to review it remotely, but can play it back manually from the DVR.
172583
You should be able to via the feed off of it but you may run in to restrictions via the HDMI signal being encrypted. But if you can already record on your DVR via an HDMI signal, you should be just fine. Reminder: this does not contain any recording equipment inside, it is strictly made for handling antenna and other signals and pushing out via HDMI.
278582
Motion recording is up to the DVR used. The camera doesn't have anything to do with it. So, the answer is no!
2176885
I don't think you can. I looked at mine, and I did not see anything on there that said DVR - for Record. But a note, I quit using the VCR a few months in because it starting eating tapes. I only use it for DVD's.
649667
I'm not sure. I did not have mine long enough to try that. If you try it & it does could you tell me? The recorders that I've seen other folks use will record it from a DVR, but it's not 720 or 1080. It's only 480( standard def).
686482
I don't think so. But not 100% sure, I did tried several times to hit record audio on DVR, but were never able to record or hear sound.
1903531
Yes. It will still record/view on the DVR and on local LAN/Wifi Network without issue
1507480
Yes if you split the tv signal line with a splitter and input the recorder to tv by either rca jack input on tv or hdmi or component input.
1635767
Yes this dvr has the ability to format over and use it. Hopefully this will help