Can this unit record TV chanels using free air Antenna? We are looking for a TV DVR that have a program capability to select Days and Time for record.
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You will need eyeTV or other software for DVR. This unit works well, is seen by software, and we record our shows and do not pay cable. Another big bang for your buck is to buy a Roku or similar device as most all ABC, CBS, NBC, PBS shows can be seen for free in HD using only internet connection and it also has a "Plex" channel that wirelessly accesses the recordings on your PC.
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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.
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Yes, it can but only using a PC connected to the same network. The PC is then used to record and play back the programming.OTOH, I could not get it to tune a number of local channels reliably, despite those channels tuning fine with the same antenna hooked to a Tivo orto a TV directly. It is not as user friendly as a Tivo Roamio basic, which is what I finally installed after returning the Homerun.
1389075
I'm pretty sure it can... Look for ATSC tuner in the specs. But honestly, my daughter is sung it at college, and she has a cable hook up for it.
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I use this with Windows Media center and record TV with no problems at all.
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Media Center software exists for various operating systems, including Windows Mac and Linux based systems. I've written batch files for use on Windows and scripts that work on Linux. If anyone is interested, examples of the batch and script code is at http://forum.tvfool.com/showthread.php?t=820
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HDHomeRun doesn't work reliably with EyeTV. For example, I set it up to record a program every day, but sometimes it records the wrong channel - so I miss the program. I've worked with EyeTV's top support to resolve these bugs for several months, and finally they just gave me a refund. Apparently EyeTV is now focused on supporting cable receivers rather than free air TV, so bug fixes for HDHomeRun are not likely. I hear they are phasing out their free air TV products. I hope they reverse that trajectory, because EyeTV is a good product when it works - it just doesn't work well with HDHomeRun - at least not over a network. HDHomeRun doesn't work reliably with EyeTV. For example, I set it up to record a program every day, but sometimes it records the wrong channel - so I miss the program. I've worked with EyeTV's top support to resolve these bugs for several months, and finally they just gave me a refund. Apparently EyeTV is now focused on supporting cable receivers rather than free air TV, so bug fixes for HDHomeRun are not likely. I hear they are phasing out their free air TV products. I hope they reverse that trajectory, because EyeTV is a good product when it works - it just doesn't work well with... » Read More HDHomeRun doesn't work reliably with EyeTV. For example, I set it up to record a program every day, but sometimes it records the wrong channel - so I miss the program. I've worked with EyeTV's top support to resolve these bugs for several months, and finally they just gave me a refund. Apparently EyeTV is now focused on supporting cable receivers rather than free air TV, so bug fixes for HDHomeRun are not likely. I hear they are phasing out their free air TV products. I hope they reverse that trajectory, because EyeTV is a good product when it works - it just doesn't work well with HDHomeRun - at least not over a network. « Show Less
1965847
That isnt the setup i have but based on my unserstanding of how the unit works, it should work. I have cable but no box and i ran the cable into the dvr so i would think that if you run a line out of the antenna into the dvr, it should work..
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Yes, you can record a channel and watch another channel, all you have to do it to return to your T.V. mode. and let the recorder continue on. You can also watch a recorded program from the recorder and record another program at the same time. Just read the manual and play with thesystem and you will become a pro after a short time. If everything else fails, just study the manual. Hope this helps, Doug
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Yes. You can program it to record a show or a series for every day at a specified time or once a week at a specified time.I hope this helps.
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It depends, the unit itself has to be tuned to the channel it is recording. My output from the recorder to the TV is HDMI, so it would be possible to split the antenna signal and send it to both the recorded and the TV, then tune them separate. My problem is that the incoming signal is from a cable box, and I have to use the cable box to control channel selection, so, I am stuck with being able to watch/record only one channel at a time. It will allow you to watch what you are recording, while recording (rewind, pause, jump forward, etc.) You can also watch anything you have already recorded while recording a new show. It depends, the unit itself has to be tuned to the channel it is recording. My output from the recorder to the TV is HDMI, so it would be possible to split the antenna signal and send it to both the recorded and the TV, then tune them separate. My problem is that the incoming signal is from a cable box, and I have to use the cable box to control channel selection, so, I am stuck with being able to watch/record only one channel at a time. It will allow you to watch what you are recording, while recording (rewind, pause, jump forward, etc.) You can also watch anything you have already... » Read More It depends, the unit itself has to be tuned to the channel it is recording. My output from the recorder to the TV is HDMI, so it would be possible to split the antenna signal and send it to both the recorded and the TV, then tune them separate. My problem is that the incoming signal is from a cable box, and I have to use the cable box to control channel selection, so, I am stuck with being able to watch/record only one channel at a time. It will allow you to watch what you are recording, while recording (rewind, pause, jump forward, etc.) You can also watch anything you have already recorded while recording a new show. « Show Less
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You can still record a channel as a series, or new episodes (confirmed) BUT, you must have an external hard drive attached to have the full capabilities with the DVR. This also includes the ability to record 2 channels at the same time while watching a 3rd recorded episode. You do not have to schedule every single day, to get the shows you want recorded.
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Most likely not. This DVR uses a Coaxial Input (the kind used by over-the-air antennas). While the cable input into your "Cable Box" is a coaxial input, this device does not have the ability to convert the (scrambled/digital) signal from the cable company into a picture you could view on your television. Your best bet would be to ask your cable provider to supply a DVR which is designed to work on their system.
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I don't know of any XM radio that has recording capability. The only thing I can suggest is if you have an on-line subscription and audio capture software such as Roxio Creator, you can record the channel, but it doesn't have timed recording like a DVR.
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Yes. I have 6 shows programmed to record at various times during the week. Hardest thing is ensuring the unit is in a place that receives a strong enough signal to justify listening to later on LOL, but programming is not a problem.
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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
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Yes, you will be able to set up recording of programs off the air ahead of time but the feature does not work the way you would expect. In my tuner, the calendar is a few days behind the actual date and I always need to correct programming for that offset. The other inconvenience is that the tuner does not automatically takes the channel number and the time from the program guide. I need to set up recording manually. To make HD TV recording it is important to use a fast USB 3.0 hard or flash drive. I am using PNY flash drive with 130MB/s writing speed and it provides high quality HD recording.
911502
As long as your antenna is connected to the input of the unit, yes it will record over the air broadcasts.
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Yes it will give you a short list of the showing coming up. Scroll down and select the ones you want to record. The menu covers about 6 hours or so but you can program it to record days in advance. I look up my local TV stations programming on the internet to set that.
1965842
Yes it can record from an OTA antenna. And you can record in real time, allowing stop and rewind of a show you are watching through the device (cable or OTA). It can record in real time a show you are watching through one tuner and at the same time it can record a scheduled-to-be-recorded show through the second, timer-tuner (there are two tuners in the device). Will let you watch a previously recorded show while recording a new one. The limit is that it cannot record two shows at once using scheduler (it only has one tuner for pre-selected recording). On standard def should hold 125 hours. I like it. Remote is a boat. Yes it can record from an OTA antenna. And you can record in real time, allowing stop and rewind of a show you are watching through the device (cable or OTA). It can record in real time a show you are watching through one tuner and at the same time it can record a scheduled-to-be-recorded show through the second, timer-tuner (there are two tuners in the device). Will let you watch a previously recorded show while recording a new one. The limit is that it cannot record two shows at once using scheduler (it only has one tuner for pre-selected recording). On standard def should hold 125 hours.... » Read More Yes it can record from an OTA antenna. And you can record in real time, allowing stop and rewind of a show you are watching through the device (cable or OTA). It can record in real time a show you are watching through one tuner and at the same time it can record a scheduled-to-be-recorded show through the second, timer-tuner (there are two tuners in the device). Will let you watch a previously recorded show while recording a new one. The limit is that it cannot record two shows at once using scheduler (it only has one tuner for pre-selected recording). On standard def should hold 125 hours. I like it. Remote is a boat. « Show Less
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Yes, you can record programs from your Dish Network so long as you connect this recorder to the box provided to you by Dish.
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Well I'm no expert, but I think if you have a tv antenna with a coaxial cable and hook that into the Comcast antenna in port and than run the coaxial cable from your Comcast cable box's out/tv port into this unit's antenna in port, and than hook this unit directly to your tv, you might be able to record cable programs. Of course than you get to play the game of toying with your various remotes to learn how to switch between tv, cable etc. But I'd say it's worth a try.
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It will only record channels you can tune into. If you can watch a channel through the dvr, then you can record it, or there is something wrong with the deck itself.