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Has lots of useful A/V outputs on the back.Д¬ons: Seems the TV industries don't want us recording OTA like we did in the VCR days. Unit can be reset through the remote if needed.

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Recorded files are easily transferred/playable on a PC using the VLC program, which is free. With research, I've concluded there's nothing better around. With patience, I have learned to love this thing. The EPG stream is slow, and that's not the Set Top Box's fault.

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Be sure the EPG has time to update before selecting a recording event. I use a 1 TB pocket USB HDD, and record a lot of stuff. Between non-availability of decent chips and Tee-Vooh suing everybody, this is dark territory. Don't blame EPG system inadequecy totally on the unit. If you're freezing the interface, slow down a bit. Some stations are good, some provide no program info at all. The EPG and recording setup functions are not slow, but not fast. Seems resources for channel skip/delete and EPG are limited, You might have to just live with a few of those worthless religious/informercial channels near the top of the band. Update the firmware before even attempting to use it. Pros: Does what it's supposed to do, if you take the time to develop a 'feel' for it. Samsung discontinued the S5H1411, so I presume the newer HW180 had to go with a different chip (M-star). The HW180 model has the same M-star CPU and Rafael silicon tuner, but uses an M-star MSB1237 demodulator chip in place of the Samsung.

Overall Review: Chipsets: M-star MSD 7618 VLSI 128-pin CPU chip Samsung 6-th Generation S5H1411 demodulator chip, and Rafael 820T silicon tuner. The remote is a bit awkward to use at first: the buttons are arranged in an inconvenient layout but, like anything else, you get used to it. However, for this price point, a really good performer. Basically, if you have a strong input signal (greater than about -62 dBm) AND a good S/N ratio output from the tuner/demodulator (about 21-22 dB or greater), the unit will receive the channel (and hold it) perfectly. I also have tested (2) HW180 boxes and encountered the same issues, but see 'Other thoughts' section for specifics. All 5 will lock to certain stations with ease, but the HW150 has trouble with the same ones. They all have different combination tuner/demodulator chipsets. Have tested it side-by-side with 2 integrated TVs (internal tuner/demodulator) and 2 ATSC set top receivers, and one USB stick receiver using the same antenna (outdoor 30-ft mast mounted with pre-amp). Very sensitive to signal level variations-has unusual reaction to combination of input level (in dBm) and tuner/demodulator signal-to-noise ratio: will lock to high S/N and low input combo AND to low S/N and high input level combo, but in between is sketchy.

HDMI jack will output up to 1080p/60 Hz! Calling this device a 'Converter Box' is somewhat misleading as it is a fully functional HDTV receiver: it outputs HD (via HDMI and component) and SD and downconverts HD for SD output on the composite jacks.Д¬ons: Inconsistent reception quality: sometimes locks to stored channel when tuning, other times not. Recording option with USB drive is a plus. Pros: Easy to set-up compact normal AC cord-no wall wart nice selection of A/V outputs. In General, this product doesnвЂ™t work with encrypted cable signal. Please Note: This product doesnвЂ™t work with cable company, such as Comcast, DirecTV, DISH Network, Time Warner Cable, Shaw Cable, etc. You will also fall in love with the convenient features, such as timing start-up & shut-down, parental control function, closed caption etc. Use it to record your favorite TV shows (suggest to use USB 3.5' external hard drive), and watch them at a later time. The Mediasonic HomeWorx HW-150PVR enables real-time recording and programmed time recording. It supports USB flash drive up to 64GB or USB 3.5' external hard drive up to 2TB.ДonвЂ™t be upset that youвЂ™ll miss your favorite TV shows. The Media Player function allows user to play back video files via USB connection.

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The built-in HDMI 1080P output lets you connect to an HDTV for big-screen excitement. It converts Over-The-Air Digital broadcast to your analog or digital TV, projector, and computer monitor. Mediasonic HomeWorx HW-150PVR is a versatile digital converter box.