Can a 3100 receiver record on a PVR?

[Kaderina]

Hi There,

New to satellite and this forum. Looking for answers that I can't seem to find anywhere.

I have a standard def Bell 3100 receiver in a separate room that I would like to record some programs from. The TV is also standard def so I don't want to invest in a lot of money to do this. It is just a back up TV that I can watch when my husband is watching something I'm not interested in.

From the manuel, the 3100 can be hooked up to a VCR. My question is, can the receiver be hooked up to a PVR and still work? If so, what do I need to do this (cabels etc.)? Do you recommend any specific device to record.

Thank you

[Pinza]

The outputs from the 3100 can be fed into any recording device, DVR, DVD Recorder or a PC with a Video Capture card.

To be honest, with the cost of a used or refurbished 5900 right now being pretty low, it might be just as cheap to buy one of those.

[57]

Here's the FAQ on the connections:

http://www.digitalhome.ca/forum/showthread.php?t=76077


And here's a useful post - FAQs, Search Tips, Optimization, etc:

http://www.digitalhome.ca/forum/showthread.php?t=57741

As mentioned above, a dedicated PVR is a better choice.

[Kaderina]

Hi Pinza,

Thanks for the info.

[Kaderina]

Thanks 57,

The articles are really helpful.