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Bobbo
Explorer II
Jan 08, 2016

Need OTA DVR advice

We have been using a Directv DVR for a while and DW loves the DVR capability. We really don't watch enough TV to justify keeping Directv, but DW wants to be able to keep recording her shows, mainly NPR. What is the best OTA DVR?

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Thanks
  • Mortimer_Brewst's avatar
    Mortimer_Brewst
    Explorer II
    Jan 08, 2016
    We have two DVRs by Magnavox (Phillips) that we record OTA programs. We have had them for at least 5 years without any problems. I purchased them at Walmart but I believe they are available on Amazon. I suggest that you search for "Magnavox DVR" there and read some reviews.
    Good luck!
  • 1492's avatar
    1492
    Moderator
    Jan 08, 2016
    I also have both the MediaSonic Homeworx HW150 and HW180. The HW180 comes with a better remote IMO. They work well. You can generally get both from Newegg.com for less than $35.
  • JiminDenver's avatar
    JiminDenver
    Explorer II
    Jan 08, 2016
    I didn't see that the PVR150 was suppose to be limited to 2 TB of HD and put a 3 TB drive on it with no issues.
  • MrWizard's avatar
    MrWizard
    Moderator
    Jan 08, 2016
    I use a Homeworx PVR, with an external USB hard drive
    There have been several threads regarding this same subject lately
    The PVR is available on Amazon and Walmart $49 or less use hard drive of your choice
  • JiminDenver's avatar
    JiminDenver
    Explorer II
    Jan 08, 2016
    Homeworx pvr150.

    http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16882576003
  • wildtoad's avatar
    wildtoad
    Explorer II
    Jan 08, 2016
    I have not seen or used one, but Channel Master has an over the air DVR. No fees, just a straight purchase of the device.

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