Features

• Up to 14 hours of storage capacity
• 8-second instant replay feature
• Pause, fast-forward, and rewind
• Jump-to-live button on remote
• 4 picture-quality settings

Reviews (81)

Service Difficulties lead me to recommend Replay over Tivo.
DVR's are great.I have 3 -- 2 Replays and a Tivo.I highly recommend them over VCR's for all the reasons you read in all the reviews.They also work quite well with few glitches, so I hadn't had much chance to test their tech support, until recently. Changes your life - but you need more capacity
There is no way you'll watch TV the same way you did before you get this - you watch what you want, when you want. No more waiting until 10 PM to see something - you just watch it the next night at 8:30, even while another show you like is on. Its pretty amazing. TiVo is self destructing.
I have enjoyed my Tivo for 2 years now. Bascially, we can no longer live without it. However, as a company, Tivo is absolutely horrible. Where to start? My Tivo started to experience problems with video/audio synch lately. I called customer support and received suggestions for a fix, all of which I had tried. They were nice enough. Then I find out, to exchange my unit for a new one, it will cost $149.00 for parts and labor. Shipping is additional. OK. How about letting me save everyone the trouble and purchase a Tivo II (for much more money) and keep my current lifetime subscription? Seeing as how I was an early adopter/evangelist, etc? Uhh, no. Oh, and by the way, after you pay for repairs, they're only warrantied for 30 DAYS! Then, if you have further trouble, you're SOL again. I ask if there's a supervisor, or anyone available who's interested in keeping a good customer? Uhh, no. Well, I guess I can just buy Replay or Ultimate TV then? Uhh, yeah. I don't take the time to write online opinions or letters very often, but the policies and behavior of Tivo are so frustatingly bad, I just had to. Next on my list is the CEO. If they keep this up, he'll be next in the bread line. To sum up, the company I previously raved about will never see another dime from me. (or any of my valuable programming data) ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Television Receivers    2. Server (Servers)    3. Recorder, Recorders    4. HDR, 112, Ti Vo   

Editorial Review

Panasonic's PV-HS1000 ShowStopper allows you to store up to 20 hours ofTV programming while eliminating the need for videotapes. The PV-HS1000incorporates Replay's TV server technology and free onscreen program guide. TheShowStopper offers an assortment of special features, including an advancedprogrammable remote control with a Replay Zones button that makes it very easyto find the shows you want to record.Read more

Features

• ShowStopper pauses live TV and resumes play at your convenience
• 20-hour hard drive digitally stores programming; eliminates need for videotapes
• QuickSkip feature jumps ahead 30 seconds
• Instant replay allows you to rewind in 7-second increments
• Free programming guide with no monthly service fees

Reviews (12)

Good Product
I originally bought this about six years ago, and it worked well.Then I moved and didn't set it up again until a few months ago.I was surprised to see how future-proof the system was.It was able to recognize my new digital cable service and download the appropriate channel guide.The remote is difficult to use at first, but with a little practice it can be mastered.
Sorry I had to give it one star
The replay unit is Wonderful!However, I would never buy it again and will avoid all Panasonic products in the future.If the romote dies, you can no longer use the unit.There are no replacement remotes available and the company does not repair them.This ranks right up there with buying a new car because of a flat tire.JUST DON'T BUY THIS!

Replay all the way
I just love my Replay!No monthly service fee, but the coolest feature is the truly remote control -- myreplaytv.com.You can program your recorder from any computer with an internet connection!!!Plus Replay integrates programing from satellite sources with ant/cable sources.That means just one remote lets you choose all your channels without turning off the satellite and tuning the tv.I have a Tivo too.It's ok, but it doesn't record network (at least my model wouldn't).For me, it's REPLAY ALL THE WAY! ... Read more

Subjects:  1. personal video recorder    2. pvr,hard disk, showstopper    3. show stopper, pvhs1000    4. PVHS1000, digital video    5. panasonic   

Features

• Up to 140 hours of digital audio/video recording capacity (NTSC); works with antenna, cable, digital cable, satellite, and combinations
• 2 USB ports offer broadband connectivity and the ability to stream digital music and photos from a computer to TiVo
• TiVo service includes Season Pass, WishList, program guide, digital music, digital photos, and online scheduling
• Everything required for installation is supplied; subscription to TiVo service is additional requirement
• Measures 15 x 3 x 11.5 inches (W x H x D)

Reviews (155)

Satisfactory but too slow.
This DVR works ok.But when it is recording, forget about changing channels.It is really really slow and takes like forever to even receive any remote clicks.
Can't compete with cable company hardware...
I enjoyed this unit while I had it, but it broke within 6 months and Tivo was not particularly helpful in replacing it.As a result, I have switched to the DVR offered by my cable company.
Absolutely The best thing ever
I have owned this tivo since march and I have not had 1 problem. The 80 hours is MORE than enough recording time. Everyone in my family uses this and loves it. The difference between tivo and other dvr's is the software. It is so much better. You can schedule recording anywhere where there is internet access and you can transfer shows from your tivo to your laptop or handheld device. ... Read more

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Editorial Review

Replace your VCR and step into the 21st century with the easy-to-use Pioneer DVR-633S DVD recorder--which also includes a 160 GB hard drive for storing programming (both TV shows and your home movies). It's the perfect way to create your own movies on DVD, or to record your favorite TV programs. It records up to 10 hours of video, enough for your vacation movies or an all-day marathon of your favorite TV show. Record your favorite video content onto DVD-R/RW discs.Read more

Features

• DVD Video Recording Format (DVD-R/RW, Hard Drive) - DVD-R (Single Layer/Single-Sided, Dual Layer/Single-Sided), DVD-RW (CPRM Compatible), DVD Video, CD, CD-R/RW, Video-CD/ MP3 / WMA / JPEG
• Video Outputs -Component, S-Video (2), Composite (2) / Audio Outputs -Dolby Digital/DTS Digital (Optical), Analog (2) / Inputs -S-Video (1 F/2 R), Composite (1 F/2 R), Analog Audio (1 F/2 R)
• Advanced Graphical User Interface, HELP On-Screen Assistant
• 10-Bit/54 MHz Video Digital-To-Analog Converter
• 24-Bit/192 kHz Audio Digital-To-Analog Converter

Reviews (17)

problems but I love it.
I own a pioneer DVR-633H-s and whenever I play a dvd, in the begining before the movie starts the player hangs and you can't work any buttons the player is locked up.The only way to restart it is to unplug the device while it is running and plug it back in. Then still you can't fast forward thru the advertisements.
Does what it need to....
I have owned this DVR for over a year now, and it has done exactly what I needed:transferring old VHS to DVD and fairly simple TV recordings.Yes, I have encountered the same TV Guide issues as many other owners, but have found that ignoring it works fine.Just hold down the timer button for a few seconds and you get a screen where you can setup a recording manually (it takes 30 seconds). Now, if you are a TV fanatic, I can see where you may not be able to tolerate the annoying TVG, but if you are looking for a machine to transfer old VHS and do basic recording, it is just fine.I have to say that I am glad they are removing the TVG and would never want it again!

95% Delightful.....5% Needs some work
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Features

• MODEL- EB1004BAK VENDOR- AVERMEDIA TECH FEATURES- AVerMedia AVerDVR EB1004 BAK (Stand-alone DVR) Display Rate: 120 fps Recording Rate: 120 fps 4-Channel Stand Alone DVR with Remote USB Access! AVerDVR EB1004 BAK is a Stand alone security digital video recorder. It has dual CCTV/LCD monitor outputs. Front panel buttons are easy to use, and the Remote Control (USB) increases convenience and feasib

Features

• HD-grade 1920 (H) x 1080 (V) Pixel Resolution
• Widescreen Aspect Ratio of 16 - 9
• High 800 - 1 Contrast Ratio
• 500 cd/m? Brightness
• Samsung DNIe (Digital Natural Image Engine) with color, detail and contrast enhancement for best images at any resolution

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Features

• MODEL- DVW516E000 VENDOR- TEAC AMERICA INC. FEATURES- 16X DVD+R/RW Drive- Retail, Black bezel 16X DVD+-R/RW Drive Internal IDE DVD-Recordable Drive. For the best performance and value, get TEAC's Internal IDE DVW516E 16X DVD+/-R/RW Double Layer DVD Recorder. Records to most DVD media including double layer discs, read, write and rewrite to CD-R or CD-RW discs or play DVD movies with fast read an

Features

• MODEL- ASYF-1015-2 VENDOR- FOCUS ENHANCEMENTS FEATURES- Digital Video Mixer Bundle Includes MX-4 Digital Video Mixer, Behringer EuroRack UB502 (5 channel mic/line audio mixer), 1/4" TRS-to-RCA stereo audio cable, Graphics library for church and school, A/V Mixer application guide, TView Micro (mail-in offer) and Carrying Case. Add dazzling professional looking jpeg images to your video productio

Editorial Review

The Panasonic DMR-E95HS progressive-scan DVD player/recorder features a built-in 160 GB hard drive and PC Card slot, making it the hardest-working home entertainment device around. Now you have the option of recording to DVD-RAM and DVD-R media, recording your favorite programs to hard disk, or recording from an external digital video camera to DVD media--all in one unit. The DMR-E95HS is also a progressive-scan DVD player, which means that you can experience extra clear images and higher resolutions on your high-definition or HD-ready television.Read more

Features

• Progressive-scan DVD player/recorder with 160 GB hard disk drive to record up to 284 hours of programming
• Plays back DVD-Video, DVD-Audio, DVD-RAM, DVD-R, Video CD, CD, CD-R, CD-RW, MP3, and JPEG/TIFF discs
• Records to DVD-RAM and DVD-R media
• Features a PC Card slot so you can view digital photos on your TV
• Measures 16.94 x 3.12 x 11.47 inches (W x H x D)

Reviews (25)

Great unit, but VERY unreliable.
I have owned this model since March 2005.Almost all of the time the TV Guide hasn't worked (I have heard this might be a ploy by my cable company to push people to their DVDRs).At any rate I gave up on this feature.
Works great
It is terrifying reading the reviews on here, but there are no problems with mine (other than the TV guide silliness).
My Panasonic DMR-E95H is a winner!
Recordings on DVD seemed like a smart step forward from my trusty but tired JVC Editing deck, which still works fine after some 5 years of daily use. Panasonic E95H looked great with plenty space on the hard disc and loads of features. I studied user reviews(mostly horror stories users were experiencing)but I took a chance when venders were selling for less than half price.(Paid $399. delivered, from J&R.) WOW! WHAT A MACHINE! All that I try works great.I have copied about 50 tapes to DVD-R, even copied a few high rated rental movies, put three TV movie broadway shows on a single DVD-R disc (over 6 hours!), about 100 TV great movies, even FM Stereo broadcasts.No problems ever. I pray that I stay lucky. Hours of back and forth with the manual, but I had the same problem when I first got my editing VCR. I have not tried all the features available on this machine, but everyting I tried so far works fine (with the help of the not so great manual which infernally bounces one from page to page, inasmuch as this piece has tremendous brains and capability.) A close lightening hit "crashed" it once but it just rebooted and continued what it was doing without losing anything in memory or the hard disc. In over half a century of buying high end gear, this has been the best deal & the most fun and satisfying. Great pictures & decent digital sound. WOW! WHAT A MACHINE! ... Read more

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Editorial Review

The Akimbo AP1200 set-top box links your TV and broadband Internet connection, delivering the largest video-on-demand service to your living room. With the Akimbo Player you can download and store up to 200 hours on its 80 GB hard drive of programming that meets all interests, all of which you can view at your convenience from the comfort of your couch. Browse Akimbo's shows with the supplied remote control and take advantage of the player's wireless networking ability to simplify your hookup.Read more

Features

• Video-on-demand service that delivers personalized programming over your broadband Internet connection straight to your TV
• Downloads and stores up to 200 hours on a 80 GB hard drive of programming for viewing now or later using high-quality Windows Media 9 audio/video format
• Thousands of programs to meet every interest; onscreen guide lets you browse by channel or category or search by keyword
• 2 service plans: $9.99 monthly or one-time $199.99 Product Lifetime fee; connects wirelessly using the Linksys WUSB12 wireless USB adapter
• Measures 17 x 3 x 11 inches (W x H x D)

Reviews (6)

Fun
Akimbo's not the greatest, granted. But it does allow access to programming not normally available to the regular television viewer. Akimbo's cool because you get original programming and favorites from top tv networks, plusthe service continues to improve. If on-demand is the future of television, this is a sneak-peak.

Too little, too late...
The Akimbo media player allows you to watch on your TV content that you choose and download from their servers over your broadband connection, for $10/month (or a $200 lifetime subscription). Interesting idea, but obviously what makes it or breaks it is the availability of interesting or exclusive content. Unfortunately, as many reviewers have pointed out, Akimbo is not delivering in this area.
Not a user, but very interested.
O.K., I don't own an Akimbo...yet.I currently use Real Player to watch British TV on Demand (BBC and Channel 4 news).The quality isn't there on Real Player.Quite frankly the technology is new and real player often doesn't provide the content I want in that BBC news broadcasts don't repeat when they are finished. I receive the BBC 10 O'Clock news after it has finished with a screen saying the program is over.Channel 4 News is also by story. Hey, the early pioneers of satellite TV can tell you the same thing (I remember a friend proudly showing me a realtime broadcast of a cricket match that would never have been shown on ESPN). Maybe the content isn't there yet (I've told Akimbo about BBC news and some other internet services),but they could get some great stuff.And the pictures on broadband broadcasts can be pretty good.I'm all for it if someone can give me the content I want when I want it in a manner that compliments my high def TV. Cable just doesn't cut it and neither does Satellite.This just may be the technology I want to meet my needs. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. akimbo, on-demand, broadband, internet, ap1200, 1200    2. system, tv, television, connection, broad, band, program    3. service, on, demand, programming, ap-1200   

Editorial Review

Get the most from your movies, music, and digital photos with RCA's RTD500 complete home theater and multimedia entertainment system. The system provides full Dolby Digital and DTS 5.1-channel surround sound from DVDs plus playback for MP3-music and JPEG-image CDs--not to mention a 40 GB hard-disk drive just waiting to house your entire music collection.Read more

Features

• 420 watts total system power: 60 watts x 5 (front and rear left/right, center speaker), 120 watts x 1 (subwoofer)
• 40 GB hard drive can digitally store up to 800 CDs or 8,000 songs--convert your music collection to MP3s for playback in your living room
• Includes embedded databases for CD artist, song, and album titles and for 250,000 album covers so you can see what you're hearing
• DTS 5.1, Dolby Digital 5.1, and Dolby Pro Logic decoding; Dolby Pro Logic II generates 5.1 surround signals from any stereo (2-channel) source
• Digital FM/AM tuner with 40 station presets; includes universal remote control

Editorial Review

Sharp's cutting-edge DV-HR300U is a full-function DVD recorder and DVD player, offering conveniences like an i.Link DV (IEEE 1394) input, DVD-RW/DVD-R editing and recording, and progressive-scan video performance for state-of-the-art home theater viewing. Equally as cool, the DV-HR300U's internal hard disk drive (HDD) can record and store up to 109 hours--4.5 solid days--of audio/video programming. That means you can record a full season's worth of TV shows and watch them anytime you wish, or archive your favorites to high-quality recordable DVDs at 2x speed.Read more

Features

• Component DVD player/recorder with built-in 80 GB that stores more than 100 hours of audio/video programming (in EP mode)
• DVD-RW (VR/video) and DVD-R (video) media recording; records up to 6 hours per 4.7 GB disc (in EP mode)
• High-speed 2x dubbing, HDD to DVD; NTSC tuner with 1-year/32-event advanced recording and VCR Plus+ programming assistance
• Progressive-scan component-video output renders seamless images on HD-ready TVs; i.Link (IEEE 1394) video input grants direct hookups with camcorders
• Measures 16.9 x 2.3 x 12.7 inches (W x H x D)

Reviews (21)

Don't buy Sharp products
My machine won't turn on after 10 monthes use which is still under warranty. The customer service told me that I will only pay $45 labor fee to repair the machine but end up I got a $249 bill. I called back to the customer service and they put me on hold for half an hour. When I finally got another person to help me, she said she will find someone else to help me then she put me back to the main selection menu. What kind of customer service is that?

Quickly broke down and customer service a nightmare
Our DV-HR300U broke down within the first month of use as the event timer went out on us and the recording function basically stopped. Sharp's Customer Service suggested resetting the machine, and when that failed had us send it in. Well, that set off a six-month ordeal of first being told the machine would be repaired, then being promised a refund, only to have the machine show up at the front door. Unfortunately, the repaired machine now would not only not record, it wouldn't even play back commercial DVDs. So back to Sharp it went, and finally, after numerous unanswered messages, a veiled accusation that we'd never paid for the unit in the first place, eliciting a veiled hint that perhaps small claims court would be a solution, we received a refund. This was the last Sharp product I'll ever buy.

Worst experience ever!
After using this unit for a month the hard drive just quit recording!
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Editorial Review

TiVo's Series2 DVR delivers more recording capacity at a lower cost and also offers the latest in networked home entertainment. TiVo DVRs record television programming directly to a digital hard drive, eliminating the hassles of videotape. The TiVo Series2 offers up to 140 hours of recording time in TiVo's small, sleek chassis (15 inches wide by 11.5 inches deep and 3 inches high).Read more

Features

• TiVo service fee is not included in price
• Up to 140 hours of digital audio/video recording capacity
• Works with antenna, cable, digital cable, satellite and combinations
• 2 USB ports offer ready connectivity with home networks
• Everything required for installation is supplied

Reviews (11)

It does not microwave your dinner or walk your dog either...
The people who have had problems with this item do not seem to realize what it is they bought.It is a one tuner DVR.It can only record one thing at a time, like your former VCR.What it can do let you pause a program or rewind a program you are watching, going to any previous point in the show from the first time you were on the channel recording it.It will allow you to record one program while you are watching something you have recorded previously.It has varying quality levels, Basic, Medium, High or Best quality, which means that the Best quality takes up more space than Basic.I use any number of different USB WiFi adapters for updates through my wireless routers.The only people with problems are the people who do not know what the y are doing or have unrealistic expectations for the product they bought.It is a great video player.Get a two tuner one if you like to record two different programs at once.I have three Tivo units and two HDTV DirecTV units, with one of the Tivo units with a DirecTv unit hooked up to the Slingbox.Season Passes allow you to record only new episodes of programs if you choose, skipping reruns for you.It will also let you set it up to record an old movie you are looking for using a Wishlist.It has other qualities, too.I can send a program from one of the Tivo units over the wireless broadband to another unit or my laptop computer for Tivo to Go.((DirecTV Tivo units do not do the wireless tricks, but the ones I have from DirecTV are HD while the regular Tivo units are not.))

It's what TIVO does not tell you that makes it a bad product
I ordered this TIVO for wife's birthday.Here's what happened:Hooked the TIVO up and connected it to our phone.Spent a long time trying and trying to get it through its setup calls, contacted TIVO and was on hold a long while, WHAT THEY DON'T TELL YOU is that you need an analog phone line (Not voice-over IP).We don't have a regular old phone line, so the only thing we could do is go to the neighbor's.The TIVO got its initial data, then needed to sit for 4 hours to process the data.The TIVO technician told me to have the TIVO box make another call to upgrade its firmware.This could not be done until AFTER the 4 hour data processing (which they did not tell me).So I went back to the neighbor's house the next day and had the box call TIVO again and update the firmware.The new firmware could not be used until the box reset itself and it needed to wait until 2 AM to do this.On day 3 I finished the TIVO box setup and brought it back to my house.It would not work because the neighbor's cable was not the same as ours.After another call to TIVO they said that I would need to get my TIVO hooked to my computer network and repeat some of the setup.And, incidentally they don't bother to include any kind of network adaptor with the TIVO box.I downloaded the list of TIVO compatible wireless network adaptors and checked in COMPUSA, Best Buy, Radio Shack and Target.Interestingly enough TIVO seems to have forgotten to mention that you can't really find the network adaptors except at their website (so another 4 hours blown).Everything thus far with the TIVO box has been a really unpleasant experience.

Have 2 TIVO's in house.They work Superbly
Have had TIVO for nearly 4 years now, and they are great! They have lead the way for all other DVR's in the business.Customers need to understand that TIVO DOES NOT make the machines.They are the "inside the box" programming. I have a Sony and a Philips TIVO and they perform without problems.The lifetime machine subscription have also been problem free.
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Features

• UPC - 765075107954
• Drives CD CDRW DVD DVD Recorder Internal

Editorial Review

The Kenwood NHT-810DV network home theater in a box combines the best of both worlds by merging your home entertainment center and computer into one powerhouse system. Connect the NHT-810DV's receiver to your PC via the rear-panel ethernet port and you can start streaming audio and video files from your computer directly to your home theater. It also sports a front-panel PCMCIA card slot so you can view pictures from your digital camera or access digital media files on your television via the easy to use graphical interface.Read more

Features

• Complete home theater system includes DVD player, receiver/tuner, six speakers, and subwoofer
• Connect via ethernet to your home computer and stream digital media files
• Front connections for console gaming systems provide Plug and Play autodetect capabilities
• Plays DVD-Video, DVD-R/RW, DVD+R/RW, VCD, CD, CD-R/RW, and MP3/WMA-encoded discs
• Six speakers and one subwoofer for 880 watts total power; Dolby Digital EX, ProLogic IIx, Dolby Headphone, and Dolby Virtual Speaker

Reviews (1)

Good system, user friendliness may improve
Good system with a great sound quality. The CD/DVD is flexible with regards to US/European DVD formats. Altogether lots of features, but along with that lots and lots of wires.
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Editorial Review

ReplayTV's 3020 server provides up to 20 hours of storage space and offers a host of upgrades, including an advanced programmable remote control with a ReplayZones button that makes it very easy to find the shows you want to record. In fact, it's almost too easy. Once we grew accustomed to recording shows in advance, we found ourselves watching three times as much TV as we had in the past.Read more

Features

• Digitally records up to 20 hours of programming without videotape
• Pauses live broadcasts and resumes play at your leisure
• QuickSkip feature bypasses recorded commercials
• Instant replay plays back programming in 7-second increments
• Free programming guide with no monthly service fees

Reviews (7)

don't buy any ReplayTV products
I bought the replaytv 60 hr unit and have had nothing but problems for 7 months. The first unit had a problem with the modem. It would connect to the server only once in a great while. The next 4 (that's right 4 replacement units that replayTV sent) all skipped. I should say they skipped and froze up to be acurate. The last unit not only skipped but also rebooted itself every half hour or so. I am currently waiting for the next unit(these were all different units with different serial numbers not my same unit repaired) but I have given up hope of ever having a working unit. The fact that 5 different units have had problems shows the widespread unreliability of the ReplayTV hardware. When replaytv works it is great but this got to be the worst electronics device I have ever had as far as reliability and I have had quite a few. The first unit I had worked great other than the modem problem. It recorded everything and was a joy to use. The only problem is that if the modem does not work then the on screen tv listings are not updated and you eventually can't record the shows you want. The other units they sent have just been horrible and the last unit with the rebooting was the worst. I am very technically oriented and after countless hours with their tech support each time it was determined that it was hardware/software defects. Replaytv has tried to get the problems resolved but 5 replaytv units not working is just too much. What ever you do...don't buy ANY ReplayTV products or you will get to know their tech. support people very well. Remember, if I have had a problem with 5 different units than the likelyhood that you will have a problem is probably pretty good no matter which model you buy. If you want a DVR then look at Tvio; they can't be worse than RepalyTV. I don't own Tivo but if I had it to do over again....I guess the $... a month doesn't seem so much now. I spent $... shipping it back the first few times before I got ReplayTV to pay shipping each way on later units. Stay away from anything ReplayTV.

Additional information
I've now had my Replay for many months and i'd like to expresss ome changes in the replay software and some things i've missed.