AVS Posts by jjeff - Page 30
« Previous123456789…100Next »	2/20/14 at 1:26pm	jjeff
What outputs do you need? When you say "TV" do you mean channel 3 or 4 RF or does your TV have line inputs(composite, HDMI, etc.)?If your looking for something that just works then the most expensive option(a Tivo) is probably your best bet, a less expensive option but less flexable and potentially more "issues" would be a CM+ DVR(but it only has HDMI output), from your description I would not suggest something like a iView or Homeworx DVR, they are very inexpensive and...	View Full Post	View Full Post	2/19/14 at 2:08pm	jjeff
Forum: DVD Recorders (Standard Def)Thread: Anyone willing to record a couple of TV programs for me?
I'm OTA only so I wouldn't do you any good, although this time of year(during the Olympics) I'd love to get more than just NBC. Currently my Tivo is recording many many hours of NBC/day, I just finished watching Valentines day so you could say I'm a bit behind View Full Post	View Full Post	2/19/14 at 12:57pm	jjeff
You might want to say what channel(on basic cable/premium cable or OTA) and state what city/state you reside. Also do you want everything to fit on one DVD or SP and split between 2 DVDs? The quality of fitting 3 1/2hrs/DVD may not be the best, depending on material and recorder.
View Full Post	View Full Post	2/19/14 at 4:53am	jjeff
Forum: DVD Recorders (Standard Def)Thread: Connecting Panasonic DMR-ES35V to new HDTV (which is connected to a Charter Cable Box)
It doesn't really matter what input you use on your receiver, they will either be a optical input or coax(looks like yellow video cable but usually better quality). Generally devices will only output one type or the other, they are similar in quality. AFA where to get cables, I'd suggest Monoprice.com who are a forum sponsor, generally have good quality cables and most importantly are very reasonably priced. I've ordered many cables from them(including coax and optical...	View Full Post	View Full Post	2/18/14 at 10:08am	jjeff
You'll want to run your DVRs HDMI output direct to your HDTV, this is how you'll be watching your DVR in HD. You'll also want to run your DVRs composite(or better yet S-video output if it has it) and L&R audio to your ES-35v's line input. This is how you'll be able to archive things off your DVR to DVD. You probably won't be using the RF input or tuner on your ES-35v, everything will be recorded from it's line input. As far as watching DVDs or VHS, you'll want to run the...	View Full Post	View Full Post	2/17/14 at 10:14am	jjeff
I'm not sure why some people experience problems but others not, same thing with older DVD recorders where I have several that are working just fine while others have had to have the capacitors replaced I wonder if it has to do with the users local power or if it's just the luck of the draw. If the later I'd call myself lucky and as you said........knock on wood View Full Post	View Full Post	2/17/14 at 7:48am	jjeff
View Full Post	View Full Post	2/17/14 at 7:45am	jjeff
Yes it's really bad that CM apparently took the low road and used sub standard capacitors Knock on wood mine are all still working(4 but only 2 in use) but it sounds like it's just a matter of time......when it works, as mine does, it has the potential to be one of, if not the best CECB made, again too bad so many seem to be failing. Unless one really wants the quality of the S-video output(as I do) or nice guide, I think one of the Zenith/Insignia CECBs are probably a...	View Full Post	View Full Post	2/16/14 at 4:32am	jjeff
Forum: DVD Recorders (Standard Def)Thread: marginal record quality off the air
I've done quite a few tests recording from BD vs DVD and even though BD can look much better via HDMI to a HDTV, recording the SD output of the player I much prefer DVD. I even have a rare BD player that has S-video output to make it apples to apples but there must be losses downconverting 1080p(BD format) to 480i(DVD format) so unless I know the material is real HD(like Sherlock would be) I really like to get the DVD for my source instead of BD.	View Full Post	View Full Post	2/15/14 at 5:57am	jjeff
Wow, hard to believe a market as big as LA(#2 TV market) doesn't have a full bandwidth 1080i PBS channel As you said my market has KTCA(PBS) which while not perfect isn't bad either, we have a great full bandwidth(no sub channel) CBS channel, which is great for me since the majority of programming I watch is on CBS, and a almost full bandwidth NBC channel which again is good since I also watch quite a bit of NBC. I don't watch much FOX, which in my market seems to have...	View Full Post	View Full Post	« Previous123456789…100Next » New Posts All Forums:HomeSubscriptionsPrivate MessagesWho's OnlineSocial Group ForumsAVS Forum News Forum Latest Industry News Community News & Polls AVS Forum Radio Show Great Found Deals AVS Club Special Forums Rumor Mill Display Devices LCD Flat Panel Displays LCD Flat Panel Great Found Deals! Plasma Flat Panel Displays Plasma Flat Panel Great Found Deals! Digital Hi-End Projectors - $3,000+ USD MSRP Digital Projectors - Under $3,000 USD MSRP Front Projectors Great Found Deals! Rear Projection Units Flat Panels General and OLED Technology Ultra Hi-End HT Gear ($20,000+) D-cinema Equipment and Theaters Screens DIY Screen Section CRT Projectors Direct View (single tube) CRT Displays Display Calibration 2.35:1 Constant Image Height Chat DIY Constant Height HDTV Local HDTV Info and Reception HDTV Technical Coupon Eligible Converter Box (CECB) HDTV Programming HDTV Recorders Audio Speakers Receivers, Amps, and Processors Subwoofers, Bass, and Transducers DIY Speakers and Subs Soundbars CD Players & Dedicated Music Transports Home Theater In A Box Surround Music Formats 2 Channel Audio Audio theory, Setup and Chat Blu-ray & HD DVD Official AVS Blu-ray Disc Reviews Blu-ray Players Blu-ray Player Great Found Deals! Blu-ray Software Blu-ray Disc Great Found Deals! Dual Format Players HDTV Software Media Discussion HD DVD Players HD DVD Software Gaming & Content Streaming Networking, Media Servers & Content Streaming Home Theater Gaming General Gaming Help HTPC Gaming Nintendo Xbox Area PlayStation Area Official AVS Video Game Reviews Digital Recorders (PVRs) General XM and Sirius Satellite Radio HD Radio Portable A/V ReplayTV & Showstopper PVRs Microsoft UltimateTV PVR Video Components Video Download Services & Hardware DVD Players (Standard Def) DVD Recorders (Standard Def) Cable, Digital Cable - Non-HDTV Video Processors Home Theater Computers Computers and Parts Great Found Deals! HTPC - Linux Chat HTPC - Mac Chat Home Entertainment & Theater Builder Dedicated Theater Design & Construction General Home Theater & Media/Game Rooms Theater Room Items & Accessories Game Room Equipment & Accessories Outdoor Theaters 3D Central 3D Tech Talk 3D Displays 3D Source Components 3D Content A/V Control & Automation Remote Control Area Home A/V Distribution Home Automation Tweaks and Do-It-Yourself Industry Area HDMI Q&A - The One Connector World Firewire 1394 Trade Association Q&A Classifieds Display Devices Direct View CRT Rear Projection LCD Panels Plasma Panels Front Projector This and That Dealer Specials Help Wanted/Seeking Video Source Items Audio Gear Physical Media Items (Movies etc) Media Codes HTPC Computer Items Accessories Other Areas of Interest Movies, Concerts, and Music Discussion Camcorders Car Audio, Video, and Nav What's Your System Configuration CE Pro & Electronic House Articles AVS Forum Information Forum Operations Center Post Testing Area AVS is proudly sponsored byView our Sponsors Showcase	Currently, there are 2834 Active Users (609 Members and 2225 Guests)
AVS Posts by jjeff - Page 30
« Previous123456789…100Next »	2/20/14 at 1:26pm	jjeff
What outputs do you need? When you say "TV" do you mean channel 3 or 4 RF or does your TV have line inputs(composite, HDMI, etc.)?If your looking for something that just works then the most expensive option(a Tivo) is probably your best bet, a less expensive option but less flexable and potentially more "issues" would be a CM+ DVR(but it only has HDMI output), from your description I would not suggest something like a iView or Homeworx DVR, they are very inexpensive and...	View Full Post	View Full Post	2/19/14 at 2:08pm	jjeff
Forum: DVD Recorders (Standard Def)Thread: Anyone willing to record a couple of TV programs for me?
I'm OTA only so I wouldn't do you any good, although this time of year(during the Olympics) I'd love to get more than just NBC. Currently my Tivo is recording many many hours of NBC/day, I just finished watching Valentines day so you could say I'm a bit behind View Full Post	View Full Post	2/19/14 at 12:57pm	jjeff
You might want to say what channel(on basic cable/premium cable or OTA) and state what city/state you reside. Also do you want everything to fit on one DVD or SP and split between 2 DVDs? The quality of fitting 3 1/2hrs/DVD may not be the best, depending on material and recorder.
View Full Post	View Full Post	2/19/14 at 4:53am	jjeff
Forum: DVD Recorders (Standard Def)Thread: Connecting Panasonic DMR-ES35V to new HDTV (which is connected to a Charter Cable Box)
It doesn't really matter what input you use on your receiver, they will either be a optical input or coax(looks like yellow video cable but usually better quality). Generally devices will only output one type or the other, they are similar in quality. AFA where to get cables, I'd suggest Monoprice.com who are a forum sponsor, generally have good quality cables and most importantly are very reasonably priced. I've ordered many cables from them(including coax and optical...	View Full Post	View Full Post	2/18/14 at 10:08am	jjeff
You'll want to run your DVRs HDMI output direct to your HDTV, this is how you'll be watching your DVR in HD. You'll also want to run your DVRs composite(or better yet S-video output if it has it) and L&R audio to your ES-35v's line input. This is how you'll be able to archive things off your DVR to DVD. You probably won't be using the RF input or tuner on your ES-35v, everything will be recorded from it's line input. As far as watching DVDs or VHS, you'll want to run the...	View Full Post	View Full Post	2/17/14 at 10:14am	jjeff
I'm not sure why some people experience problems but others not, same thing with older DVD recorders where I have several that are working just fine while others have had to have the capacitors replaced I wonder if it has to do with the users local power or if it's just the luck of the draw. If the later I'd call myself lucky and as you said........knock on wood View Full Post	View Full Post	2/17/14 at 7:48am	jjeff
View Full Post	View Full Post	2/17/14 at 7:45am	jjeff
Yes it's really bad that CM apparently took the low road and used sub standard capacitors Knock on wood mine are all still working(4 but only 2 in use) but it sounds like it's just a matter of time......when it works, as mine does, it has the potential to be one of, if not the best CECB made, again too bad so many seem to be failing. Unless one really wants the quality of the S-video output(as I do) or nice guide, I think one of the Zenith/Insignia CECBs are probably a...	View Full Post	View Full Post	2/16/14 at 4:32am	jjeff
Forum: DVD Recorders (Standard Def)Thread: marginal record quality off the air
I've done quite a few tests recording from BD vs DVD and even though BD can look much better via HDMI to a HDTV, recording the SD output of the player I much prefer DVD. I even have a rare BD player that has S
-video output to make it apples to apples but there must be losses downconverting 1080p(BD format) to 480i(DVD format) so unless I know the material is real HD(like Sherlock would be) I really like to get the DVD for my source instead of BD.	View Full Post	View Full Post	2/15/14 at 5:57am	jjeff
Wow, hard to believe a market as big as LA(#2 TV market) doesn't have a full bandwidth 1080i PBS channel As you said my market has KTCA(PBS) which while not perfect isn't bad either, we have a great full bandwidth(no sub channel) CBS channel, which is great for me since the majority of programming I watch is on CBS, and a almost full bandwidth NBC channel which again is good since I also watch quite a bit of NBC. I don't watch much FOX, which in my market seems to have...	View Full Post	View Full Post	« Previous123456789…100Next » New Posts All Forums:HomeSubscriptionsPrivate MessagesWho's OnlineSocial Group ForumsAVS Forum News Forum Latest Industry News Community News & Polls AVS Forum Radio Show Great Found Deals AVS Club Special Forums Rumor Mill Display Devices LCD Flat Panel Displays LCD Flat Panel Great Found Deals! Plasma Flat Panel Displays Plasma Flat Panel Great Found Deals! Digital Hi-End Projectors - $3,000+ USD MSRP Digital Projectors - Under $3,000 USD MSRP Front Projectors Great Found Deals! Rear Projection Units Flat Panels General and OLED Technology Ultra Hi-End HT Gear ($20,000+) D-cinema Equipment and Theaters Screens DIY Screen Section CRT Projectors Direct View (single tube) CRT Displays Display Calibration 2.35:1 Constant Image Height Chat DIY Constant Height HDTV Local HDTV Info and Reception HDTV Technical Coupon Eligible Converter Box (CECB) HDTV Programming HDTV Recorders Audio Speakers Receivers, Amps, and Processors Subwoofers, Bass, and Transducers DIY Speakers and Subs Soundbars CD Players & Dedicated Music Transports Home Theater In A Box Surround Music Formats 2 Channel Audio Audio theory, Setup and Chat Blu-ray & HD DVD Official AVS Blu-ray Disc Reviews Blu-ray Players Blu-ray Player Great Found Deals! Blu-ray Software Blu-ray Disc Great Found Deals! Dual Format Players HDTV Software Media Discussion HD DVD Players HD DVD Software Gaming & Content Streaming Networking, Media Servers & Content Streaming Home Theater Gaming General Gaming Help HTPC Gaming Nintendo Xbox Area PlayStation Area Official AVS Video Game Reviews Digital Recorders (PVRs) General XM and Sirius Satellite Radio HD Radio Portable A/V ReplayTV & Showstopper PVRs Microsoft UltimateTV PVR Video Components Video Download Services & Hardware DVD Players (Standard Def) DVD Recorders (Standard Def) Cable, Digital Cable - Non-HDTV Video Processors Home Theater Computers Computers and Parts Great Found Deals! HTPC - Linux Chat HTPC - Mac Chat Home Entertainment & Theater Builder Dedicated Theater Design & Construction General Home Theater & Media/Game Rooms Theater Room Items & Accessories Game Room Equipment & Accessories Outdoor Theaters 3D Central 3D Tech Talk 3D Displays 3D Source Components 3D Content A/V Control & Automation Remote Control Area Home A/V Distribution Home Automation Tweaks and Do-It-Yourself Industry Area HDMI Q&A - The One Connector World Firewire 1394 Trade Association Q&A Classifieds Display Devices Direct View CRT Rear Projection LCD Panels Plasma Panels Front Projector This and That Dealer Specials Help Wanted/Seeking Video Source Items Audio Gear Physical Media Items (Movies etc) Media Codes HTPC Computer Items Accessories Other Areas of Interest Movies, Concerts, and Music Discussion Camcorders Car Audio, Video, and Nav What's Your System Configuration CE Pro & Electronic House Articles AVS Forum Information Forum Operations Center Post Testing Area AVS is proudly sponsored byView our Sponsors Showcase	Currently, there are 2834 Active Users (609 Members and 2225 Guests)