01.Introduction
Please note: this information was current as of January 2008 but is still a useful guide to today's market.
Chris Ruggles sheds some light on the benefits of DVRs, the
digital take on the old VHS recorder.
Test results for seven PVR twin tuners, priced from $749 to $1099
A twin tuner HD personal video recorder (PVR), that can record shows on two different channels at the same time, may sound appealing. It would allow you to catch all your favourite shows, without missing out on your regular shows screening on another TV channel.
But the real questions are: has the technology reached the point where these devices are worthwhile and what one should you buy?
See our latest article on digital video recorders to read about the newest technology offering twin tuners.
See our latest test of digital video recorders (DVRs).
This report gives you the answers. We bought seven PVR twin tuners (also known as DVRs) and tested them for:
- peformance
- ease of use
- energy consumption on standby
As well as identifying the best products in the test, we also explain how twin tuners work, how you can connect them to a DVD recorder, and what to look for when choosing one, including video connections, timeshift feature and remote control.
Brands tested
- Beyonwiz DP-P1
- Grundig GPVR3250HD
- LG LST5402P
- NEC NHD-3000VR
- Philips DVR7100/75
- Strong SRT5490
- Topfield TF7000HDPVRt
1 Nov 2012
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We review 17 of the latest PVRs including models with DVD/Blu-ray drives, priced between $279 and $999.
13 Oct 2011
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We put 14 set-top boxes, priced from $80 to $150, through their paces, and find out which ones come out on top.
11 Nov 2009
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TiVo offers a means of recording free-to-air digital TV without having to learn too much about the inner workings of the machine.
3 Dec 2012
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Blu-ray players are the next step up from the DVD player, but how effective is the evolution?