Some cable and satellite providers offer a DVR (digital video recorder). To make up for this, your options include:
• HD HomeRun / Silicon Dust or similar computer-based DVR
• SimpleTV or similar USB storage-based DVR
• Standalone DVR from assorted manufacturers:
- Magnavox DVRs record SD and upconvert to HD during play
- Digital Stream DVRs record HD to internal hard drive
- Brite View DVRs record SD or HD to internal hard drive
- Channel Master NEW model with DVR records to external USB drive
- TiVo DVRs require a monthly subscription or pre-paid service
• Download to USB thumb drive or hard drive (using a computer)
- MacTubes is our favorite YouTube downloader for Macs
- download multiple MP4s at the same time in SD or HD
- try YouTube Downloader for Windows PCs
- play with Bluray or TV with USB media player
• Many networks stream past shows from their web sites
- no need to record shows that are streamed
Links:
• Winegard DVR Guide
• HD HomeRun Antenna Guide
• TiVo Antenna Guide
• Good info in this forum
Note: Some options require a broadband internet connection. Use hard-wired ethernet for best streaming results.
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