Digital Video Recorder (DVR)
A Digital Video Recorder (DVR) or Personal Video Recorder is a device that enables you to watch, pause, rewind and fast forward television as well as performing all the functions of a standard video recorder. All of the features that you may be familiar with from devices such as the Sky+ system, can be found in today's digital video recorders, all without monthly subscription charges.
Change your viewing habits forever
A digital video recorder will entirely change your television viewing habits. The ability to "time shift" programmes with such ease will mean that you will get to watch those programs that you love but that are on at inconvenient times. Most DVR systems allow you to record all episodes of a series with a single button, so you never need to miss Jack Bauer's antics ever again.
TVonics DTR-Z500 Freeview DVR
Thursday, November 26, 2009
Stylish looking and packed with storage space, the TVonics DTR-Z500 is bursting with features that make this affordable digital video recorder a candidate for anyone’s home cinema line up.
TVonics DTR-Z500 500GB Freeview Digital TV RecorderFrom: £159.99
- Twin tuner
- 7/8 day EPG
- 2 scart sockets
- 500GB hard drive
- Series record
- Automatic recording conflict resolution
- Only 1.5W energy consumption in standby
- Great picture quality
- No HDMI output
Although the DTR-Z500 boasts an impressive 500GB of storage (about 250 hours – more than ten days!)... [read more]
Last Updated: Thursday, 26 November 2009 19:50:25
Sony RDR-HXD790 in review
Thursday, November 05, 2009
Feature packed and incredibly capable are just a few of the words to describe the Sony RDR-HXD790. In true Sony style, the RDR-HXD790 supports a plethora of features including full 1080p upscaling.
Sony RDRHXD790B 120GB Hard Disk Drive DVD Recorder with 1080p upscaling and Freeview+From: £289.00
- Twin tuner
- 1080p upscaling
- 7 day EPG
- HDMI output, plus 2 scart sockets
- DVD recorder supporting all DVD formats
- DIVX playback support
- Photo slide show
- BRAVIA sync
- Only one digital tuner (one analogue)
- Only 120 GB hard drive
- The manual could be clearer
RDR-HXD790 in Conclusion... [read more]
Last Updated: Thursday, 05 November 2009 23:48:55
Can I buy a DVR without a subscription
Saturday, October 31, 2009
Of course! All the digital video recorders featured on this site are available for use in the UK without any form of subscription. Depending upon the type of recorder you choose, it will use either the digital terrestrial freeview service, or the similar free satellite based service – freesat.
With freeview you may need a new aerial installing if you cannot receive freeview television already, or a satellite dish installing for freesat if you don’t currently have one. Once you can receive the signals there... [read more]
Last Updated: Saturday, 31 October 2009 10:12:36
Thomson DTI6021-25 A Digital Video Recorder for Under £100?
Friday, October 23, 2009
Yes that’s right, at the time of writing, the Thomson DTI6021-25 is available for under £100 delivered to you door. Could this be the product that launches digital video recorders into the mainstream? Although not the most beautiful DVR, or even the most fully featured it provides all of the features required of an entry level digital video recorder at an unbelievable price.
Thomson DTI6021-25 Top Up TV+ 250GB Digital TV RecorderFrom: £99.99
- Twin tuner
- Top-up TV compatible
- 250 GB hard drive
- 7 day EPG
- RCA audio out
- RGB scart socket
- No upscaling... [read more]
Last Updated: Thursday, 05 November 2009 23:28:10
Guide to Choosing a Digital Video Recorder (DVR)
Sunday, October 11, 2009
If you have never owned a digital video recorder before, choosing your first DVR can be a daunting task. Or maybe you have owned a Sky+ or similar device but you have never had to think about the features you might want or need.
The first thing to think about is how you are going to receive your television channels.
FreesatFreesat is a relatively new offering from a sister company to freeview which provides free satellite broadcast channels with no subscription required. A satellite dish is required... [read more]
Last Updated: Tuesday, 27 October 2009 10:50:20