RCA DVR10 High-Definition Digital Video Recorder

RCA DVR10 High-Definition Digital Video Recorder

RCA DVR10 High-Definition Digital Video Recorder

Product Description
Amazon.com Product Description
The RCA DVR10 high-definition hard-disk video recorder offers the capability of recording and storing your favorite TV programs--even at full high-definition (HDTV) resolution. This 80 GB digital video recorder holds up to 9 hours of HD programming and up to 40 hours of standard-definition programming when connected to a copy-protected IEEE 1394 digital TV (including RCA Scenium sets) or set-top box. Using the built-in timer capabilities of a connected television or set-top box, the DVR10 can be triggered to record programs up to 24 hours in advance, programmed to "tape" a program daily, or set to instantly record a program in progress.

Key features include pause, fast forward, reverse, slow motion (both forward and reverse), and single-frame advance. The DVR10 also offers a variety of skip and search functions based on the IEEE 1394 commands from the controlling device. Unlike a traditional VCR, with which you have to wait for a program to finish recording before you start watching it, the DVR10 lets you pause, rewind, and play back a program as it is being recorded. Press the left arrow for an instant replay of the last 7 seconds or the right arrow to jump ahead 30 seconds.

The back of the DVR10 has two 6-pin DTVLink (IEEE 1394) ports and an AC power-cord connector. Devices using the IEEE 1394 interface can be connected to either port. Devices certified as DTVLink use the same IEEE 1394 interface but also include advanced copy protection schemes to send and receive encrypted or copy-protected content. The IEEE 1394 interface also lets you control the DVR10's record and playback functions right from the remote control for your television.

What's in the Box
DVR10 recorder, an AC power cord, an IEEE 1394 cable, a remote control, remote batteries, and a user's manual.

Product Description:
80 GB digital video recorder with 9-hour HDTV capacity and 40-hour SDTV (standard-definition) capacity. copy-protected IEEE 1394 inputs compatible with digital televisions and DTV set-top box receivers.
RCA DVR10 High-Definition Digital Video Recorder
Average customer rating: 1.5 out of 5 stars
  • Good concept, but didn't work for me.
  • Stay Away
  • Not ready for prime time
RCA DVR10 High-Definition Digital Video Recorder

Manufacturer: RCA
ProductGroup: CE
Binding: Electronics

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Product Features:
  • 80 GB digital video recorder with 9-hour HDTV capacity and 40-hour SDTV (standard-definition) capacity
  • 2 copy-protected IEEE 1394 inputs compatible with digital televisions and DTV set-top box receivers
  • Support for audio/video commands lets you program the unit for advance recording through other devices
  • Pause, rewind, and play back a program as it's being recorded; instant replay jumps back 7 seconds
  • 1-touch recording; measures 10.28 x 2 x 8.45 inches (W x H x D); 1-year parts warranty

ASIN: B0000BZHBR

Amazon.com Product Description

The RCA DVR10 high-definition hard-disk video recorder offers the capability of recording and storing your favorite TV programs--even at full high-definition (HDTV) resolution. This 80 GB digital video recorder holds up to 9 hours of HD programming and up to 40 hours of standard-definition programming when connected to a copy-protected IEEE 1394 digital TV (including RCA Scenium sets) or set-top box. Using the built-in timer capabilities of a connected television or set-top box, the DVR10 can be triggered to record programs up to 24 hours in advance, programmed to "tape" a program daily, or set to instantly record a program in progress.

Key features include pause, fast forward, reverse, slow motion (both forward and reverse), and single-frame advance. The DVR10 also offers a variety of skip and search functions based on the IEEE 1394 commands from the controlling device. Unlike a traditional VCR, with which you have to wait for a program to finish recording before you start watching it, the DVR10 lets you pause, rewind, and play back a program as it is being recorded. Press the left arrow for an instant replay of the last 7 seconds or the right arrow to jump ahead 30 seconds.

The back of the DVR10 has two 6-pin DTVLink (IEEE 1394) ports and an AC power-cord connector. Devices using the IEEE 1394 interface can be connected to either port. Devices certified as DTVLink use the same IEEE 1394 interface but also include advanced copy protection schemes to send and receive encrypted or copy-protected content. The IEEE 1394 interface also lets you control the DVR10's record and playback functions right from the remote control for your television.

What's in the Box
DVR10 recorder, an AC power cord, an IEEE 1394 cable, a remote control, remote batteries, and a user's manual.

Product Description

Take control of your television watching with this RCA HD Digital Video Recorder Set-Top Box. The 80GB digital-to-digital high-definition video hard drive recorder will simplify your life by permitting you to quickly record or pause live TV! Record up to 40 hours of standard-definition digital programming or up to 9 hours of high-definition digital programming. Never miss a moment! One-Touch recording provides unsurpassed convenience. Don't worry if the phone rings just pause the live program and resume when it is convenient for you! The digital-to-digital connection (IEEE 1394 Firewire Component Networking) provides user-friendly interfacing through the HDTV and automatic configuration to the TV. In addition to the convenience of recording and pausing live TV, you can also rewind live TV to replay an event and catch up instantly! Watch television on your terms with this RCA HD Digital Video Recorder Set-Top Box!

Customer Reviews:

2 out of 5 stars Good concept, but didn't work for me........2005-11-08

This product seems like just the ticket for HD recording if you have a firewire-equipped television with an integrated ATSC tuner. Unfortunately, I paired the unit with a Samsung HL-R7178W and had no luck.

From reading all the literature, they seemed like a good match, but the TV would not take control of the box.

My recommendation would be to buy this ONLY if you have the recommended RCA television. Anything else would be hit-or-miss.

1 out of 5 stars Stay Away.......2004-03-24

Don't be misled by the product spin above. For those familiar with Tivo or Cable set-top DVR solutions, here are the major shortcomings of the DVR10 you need to know:

1) It ONLY records HD (ATSC), not VHF (NTSC) broadcasts.
2) The DVR10 has no built-in guide or interface enabling simple "press `n go" programming.
3) Programming future recordings is cumbersome and unreliable.
4) Recordings stop once you change the channel.
5) The control functions (rewind, pause, etc) are slow and temperamental.
6) The user must manually switch their TV input to access DVR10 recordings.
7) The DVR10 will likely stop working or re-boot your HD TV ...several times.

So, ask yourself how many HD channels you have, and why you would not want to record the other 90% of your cable line-up before you buy this product. Ask yourself why RCA chose to use a slow disk drive (only 5400 RPM) with low video buffer (only 2 MB) before you buy this product. Ask yourself if you want to re-live the "how do I program my VCR?" era all over again.

The DVR10 is a stop-gap HD VCR, and a step-back for consumers who want the more user-friendly, more useful DVR solutions you can get from Tivo or your local cable company. Please spare yourself from the cost and annoyance.

1 out of 5 stars Not ready for prime time.......2004-02-11

Issues with this product when used with a Mistubishi TV and OTA reception.
1. Stops recording
2. Misses recordings
3. Thinks there is a connection to TV when there is not one
4. Date time stamp incorrect for recordings
It is frustrating to use, because it does not work properly often. Then there are times it works as it should.
Technical issues aside, if you looking for TIVO or ReplayTV functionality, this is not for you. This is simple functionality similiar to a VCR, just no tapes and a hard drive instead. And there is limited capacity for HDTV only 9 hours.
I am waiting for a replacement unit from RCA to see if the technical issues are limited to my unit or if there is a general unreliability problem with this product.
If this product worked, it would be a stop gap until other products are on the market at a reasonable price.

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