can you record more than one program on different channels at once?
150453
No, it has only one tuner.However, you CAN record one program with the Mag and watch a different channel using the Mag;s coax passthrough to tune different channels with a downstream component (TV or cable box). You can also watch a prev. recorded show from the Mag's HDD or a DVD while it records a show.Info and help files here:http://www.avsforum.com/forum/106-dvd-recorders-standard-def/940657-magnavox-557-537-535-533-515-513-2160a-2160-2080-philips-3576-3575-a.html#post12244086
150454
No, it has only one tuner. However, you CAN record one program with the Mag and watch a different channel using the Mag;s coax passthrough to tune different channels with a downstream component (TV or cable box). You can also watch a prev. recorded show from the Mag's HDD or a DVD while it records a show. Info and help files here: http://www.avsforum.com/forum/106-dvd-recorders-standard-def/940657-magnavox-557-537-535-533-515-513-2160a-2160-2080-philips-3576-3575-a.html#post12244086
150455
I don't know since I haven't read all the instructions for recording programs. On a former product, there were two tuners so I could watch a program while recording another channel, or record both channels, but not watch or record a third .
389795
yes, I watch TV as I record. There are 2 tuners in the haapauge. So, you can watch 1 channel and record another channel, or record 2 channels as long as you are watching 1 of the 2 channels being recorded.You cannot record 2 channels, and watch a 3rd channel. There are only 2 tuners in the device.
1177407
yes you can record 2 shows at one time but then you can't watch live show, but you can watch a recorded one while recording 2
846860
Yes. You can select Merge (as opposed to overwrite or append) as a recording option - which is effectively overdubbing the original stereo (2-ch) recording with another. Makes it destructive though, in that sense. HTH
2015795
I believe that you can select a different channel for each of them to operate on. In the description for both it says they are "command one programmable".
1974383
I actually don't own one anymore, but no...you cannot record more than one show at a time because unfortunately, this machine only has one tuner in it. However, a similar but better DVR is Tablo, which comes in a two tuner and four tuner version.
1877403
I don't think so, although there might be a tweak or solution. However, if you have 2 or more Tivo's, you can access each other's recorded content from any of the connected Tivo
1682618
Yes, but you have to use your TV to watch the one channel while this box records the other.
1286773
Yes you can, while an scheduled recording is in progress you can watch any other program.
1827130
Jean Carol, The answer to your 1st question is yes. To record and watch different programs simultaneously you need 2 tuners whether both tuners are in the recorder or not. In the Phillips it's not but it doesn't matter because while it's recording on a particular channel you can watch a different channel using your TV's tuner. Of course (With the Phillips DVR) if you have a Cable or Satellite service you can only watch or record one of their channels while the other channel must be of the "Over the Air" (Free) type. Some of the new DVRs leased to subscribers now have the ability to record 2 programs simultaneously from their feed,which I presume enables you to also be able to record 1 cable or satellite channel and watch another cable or satellite channel at the same time. Your options are somewhat limited by your 20 yr old TV. I recommend you consider getting a new Flat Panel Hi Definition set to be able to fully enjoy all the benefits of having a DVR. Hope I didn't confuse you, Techman.
1334337
That one i'm not sure on. why not just get a programming cable and use some software like chirp and put all your settings in. That way you can easily program multiple radios.
61207
you can only record one show at a time. don't if it will work with dish. if it does you have to hook it up between tv & dish equipment. when programed channel numbers will be different.
654988
You just have to change a setting one time and then it will always record both. The specific instructions on how to do this were included in the instructions I received from my seller (onlineenterprises888)
47351
no idea, you can record all the channels but you will not be able to look at each one in full screen on a DVR. The unit record up to 30 days so no need to record on another DVR ?
1682620
The short answer is no, because the unit only has one tuner. However, as digitalicecream states, if your TV has a tuner, you can use the TV tuner to watch programs while the unit is recording.
2245173
of course. The entry level one actually records on 4 different channels at the same time while you're watching another one.
2228632
Hi, No, I just tried it and it won't do it. At least not when I just hit record and then tried to change channels, it wouldn't allow me to. I would assume it would be the same on timer recordings too. Thinking about it, it would have to have a dual tuner for you to be able to do that. One tuned to what's recording, and another tuned to a different channel, and I'm sure it's not a dual tuner setup. You can however watch another program that you already have recorded to the hard drive at the same time as you are recording. Hope this helps...