DVR Chatter

I occasionally record to my JVC-40K D-VHS via firewire, but I too would like to record to DVD.  So far, I haven't been able to record ANYTHING (OTA or DVR content)  with my Panasonic E-55 DVD burner.  Is it currently possible to record to DVD?  If so, what are the appropriate connections between TV (Syntax LCD HD) Moto 6412 and DVD Recorder? 

The FAQ on Motorola web site suggests it may NOT be possible, but I read a post in another forum from someone who was able to record everything (including archived DVR programs) to DVD in standard def.  using essentially the same equipment I have. 

Thanks in advance for any input on this.

Gerald

Well, I've verified that the FireWire output works on the 6412.

So the question reduces to this: is there a commercially available DVD recorder which accepts FireWire input from the 6412 (as opposed to DV)? Poking around online, I can't find any.

Last edited by bweissman (09-24-2005 4:21:25 PM)

I have been able to access my 6412 via firewire, but can only record to P.C., not see what is on the HD.  What am I missing?

rkkeller wrote:

I connect my 6412 to my DVD recorder with composite cables and have no problems recording.  You can even record the HD shows, they just are letterboxed once recordered.


Rich

rkkeller:

Are you also able to record content which is stored on the 6412 hard drive onto your DVD recorder (in any format)?

Thanks,
geharvey

IRC wrote:

How exactly would one go about copying the contents of the DVR to the computer? I noticed there is an ethernet connection on the back of the DVR. Can I use this to transfer the programs to my computer?

Is any special software needed? Will the DVR appear as another drive or ... ?

Wouldn't that be nice?  Unfortunately, the ethernet connection isn't active.  The only way you can get anything off the DVR is to play it back and record the output via whatever connection you have to the recording device (composite, etc.)

Wareagle wrote:

Wouldn't that be nice?  Unfortunately, the ethernet connection isn't active.  The only way you can get anything off the DVR is to play it back and record the output via whatever connection you have to the recording device (composite, etc.)

Boooo. Well that's no fun. Thank you for the quick reply. I had bookmarked this site because of all the information. I wanted to come back when I had a little more time. Unfortunately, when I had the time to investigate further the site was empty because of the hacking. Good to see information being shared again.

Frank wrote:

If...

...the content you want to offload is HD
...You have windows xp
...your computer has a firewire connection

This works quite nicely.

Seems like an awful lot of work, and not a trivial process. But I may try it. Any idea how much disk space a 1-hour HD program requires?

Frank wrote:

Once you get all the drivers set up, it's as simple as hitting "Record" on the computer program and "Play" on the DVR.

Yes, but that only gets the data as far as the PC. The process of setting up the data for DVD burning looks like the complicated part.

I just wish there were a DVD recorder with digital inputs so I could skip the PC. All the analog outputs of my 6412 are in use.

Hi, I'm new to this so I have lots of questions.  I have connected a wireless game adapter via ethernet connection to the back of the DVR box.  It should allow be to FTP into the box, but it wants a username and password to do it.  I tried 'annonymous' but that doesn't work.  Any suggestions?  I use the wireless game adapter on my Xbox regularly and it allows me to put media on my xbox to view on the tv screen.
Thank you,
Wes

I didn't get it from anyone, I just thought it might work.  I there a way to connect to the dvr box wirelessly? If not, I don't have a firewire connection on my pc.  Any other way to do it?
Thanks,
Wes

Is it possible to capture the files on the dvr to a mini dv camcorder?  I'd imagine this would be time consuming but it could then be edited on a pc.  I like the idea of the direct route from the box to the pc but pc is upstair and box is downstairs.  Probably need a 25 foot cord.  The other question I have is regarding those front three av inputs - I've tried connecting my vcr to to those plugs in hopes of recording directly from the dvr to vcr but with no success.  I don't know if this is because my dvr runs through my tv.  Thanks for any help and kudos on a fabulous site.

James

Frank, thanks for the help.  I've explored a number of dumping possibilities - dvd recorder, camcorder, vcr - but I think the pc is the best if I can find a long enough firewire card.  Could you explain, in simple terms, what I will see on my pc when I try the transfer?  Does it allow me to access my DVR Recordings?

Thanks again,

James