Recording – different kit / features

What do I need for digital recording?

For the pros and cons of digital TV recorders, DVD recorders and VCRs, see Recording kit choices.

For information and drawings on how to connect recording kit, see Connection Wizard.

What is ‘series link‘ and which digital TV recorders have it?

The series recording feature (which lets you automatically record all future episodes of a programme) is available on Freeview+ and Freesat+ digital recorders and Sky satellite recorders and Virgin TIVO recorders. Use the Search and select ‘Freeview +’ or ‘satellite’ as a search criteria to find those that do.

Are Freeview DVD recorders available now?

Yes and with the latest Freeview+ features. For our test reports on these see Easiest to use DVD digital TV recorders, or select 'Combined DVD recorder' when you use the Seach.