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Audio and Video Cables for Digital Video Recording

Fri, 30 May 2008 08:13:57 +0000

Connecting your Audio and Video components together can be a daunting task for some people. Which cable should you use when connecting Audio from a DVR to a TV, or from a DVR to a Surround Sound Audio system? How about when connecting a VCR or camcorder to a Personal Computer? The choices depend on what kind of inputs and outputs your devices have. Read more about Audio and Video Cables for Digital Video Recording.

Digital Video Recording - Choosing a Method

Wed, 28 May 2008 08:08:03 +0000

Interested in Recording TV Digitally, but don't know where to start? The VCR is no longer the only game in town. From TiVo to DVD Recorders to Recording TV on a Computer, learn more about these different recording methods and which is right for you.

Copy Digital Videotape to DVD

Mon, 26 May 2008 08:03:44 +0000

Do you own a Digital Camcorder such as a MiniDV Camcorder, Hard Disc Camcorder or HDV Camcorder? Playing back the video from those digital camcorders requires hooking up a series of cables to your TV or Home Theater Receiver in order to view the video. An easier way to enjoy your home videos is to transfer the digital camcorder footage to DVD using a DVD Recorder. Read the tutorial How To Transfer Video from a Digital Camcorder to a DVD Recorder to learn how.

CyberPower Media Center Ultra Edition - Product of the Week

Sat, 24 May 2008 08:00:30 +0000

The CyberPower Media Center Ultra Edition is an affordable Media Center PC that fits in nicely with other Home Theater components. The CyberPower Ultra Edition starts at $1499 (US) and is fully customizable to meet your Multimedia needs. The Ultra Edition comes standard with an Intel Core2 Duo E6550 CPU @ 2.33GHz, 1GB of RAM, a 320GB Hard Drive, 20x DVD Writer and an NVIDIA GeForce 8600GTS 256MB Video Card. Perfect for a Home Theater Media Center PC. Visit the CyberPower Web site for more details on the Media Center Ultra Edition.

Top Over-The-Air (OTA) HDTV USB Tuners

Wed, 21 May 2008 08:00:29 +0000

Over-The-Air (OTA) HDTV USB Tuners allow users to capture free HDTV broadcasts using an indoor or outdoor HDTV antenna that connects from the antenna to the HDTV USB Tuner and then a PC. Once HDTV broadcasts are captured, software that comes bundled with the USB Tuner is then used to view, record and time-shift the HDTV channel(s) that your antenna can pick up. This software typically includes an Electronic Programming Guide for scheduling TV shows to record in advance using the Internet. Check out my Top Over-The-Air (OTA) HDTV Tuner Cards.

Skip Commercials With a Digital Video Recorder

Mon, 19 May 2008 08:00:26 +0000

Except for during the Super Bowl, most people I know don't enjoy watching commercials. But TV commercials are a part of watching TV, right? Well, if you are a Digital Video Recorder owner then there are ways to skip the commercials.

Intrigued? Read my tip on how to Skip Commercials With a Digital Video Recorder.

Swapping Tuners with Comcast Digital Video Recorders

Sat, 17 May 2008 09:00:15 +0000

If you're a customer of Comcast and have their DVR, then you might notice a little button on the bottom left of the remote control titled "Swap." Many Comcast DVR users don't know about this neat little button. For more info on the "Swap" button, read my quick tip, Swapping Tuners on the Comcast DCH3416 Digital Video Recorder.

Corel WinDVD 9 Plus Blu-ray - Product of the Week

Thu, 15 May 2008 09:00:41 +0000

Want to watch Blu-ray or HD DVD discs on your PC? Then you'll definitely want to check out Corel's newest version of their popular WinDVD software, WinDVD 9 Plus Blu-ray. Key features included are high-definition playback (Blu-ray Disc, AVCHD, HD DVD), enhanced picture-in-picture features in Blu-ray Disc playback known as BD-Live, and advanced upscaling that provides a near-HD quality playback experience with standard-definition videos and DVDs.
NOTE: To playback HD DVD or Blu-ray discs your PC requires a Blu-ray or HD DVD drive.

TiVo offers "Lifetime Service" Promotion

Tue, 13 May 2008 09:00:59 +0000

TiVo, Inc. has a special deal out now called "A Blue Moon Birthday Special." From now to June 16th you can purchase a TiVo HD, Lifetime Service (no monthly fees), a TiVo wireless adapter, and a plush TiVo doll for $698.99. NOTE: Lifetime service is the life of the TiVo HD box, not your lifetime! This is a good deal for those who want to own their TiVo HD outright, and not have to worry about paying for monthly fees. Check out the TiVo HD offer for yourself.

Effects of the DTV transition: What You Need To Know

Sun, 11 May 2008 09:00:15 +0000

The transition from Analog Over-the-Air TV signals to Digital Over-the-Air TV signals is scheduled for February 17, 2009. This will effect anyone who receives there television via an indoor or outdoor antenna, but not Cable, Satellite, or Phone Company TV consumers. However, older analog VCRs and DVD Recorders will be effected by the DTV transition as well. The following articles are a must read for anyone planning to stay with analog TVs, VCRs, or DVD Recorders:

February 17, 2009 - Analog Television Broadcasting Gets Turned Off
Digital-to-Analog Converter Box Coupon Program
Inside The DTV Transition Converter Box Coupon Program
The DTV Transition, HDTV, and Your VCR and/or DVD Recorder
Is it possible to record TV programming on a VCR when using a DTV converter?