[SPEC ME] basic PVR.

[Doctor McNinja]

I'm switching ISP's from Virgin Media to Plusnet but I need to get my mom a PVR first, to replace the V-box. It needs to be able to record TV, be value for money and that's about it. No need for on demand, huge storage capacity etc. although they would be bonuses... HD is preferred but probably not essential. I don't have a specific budget but the cheaper the better (as long as it's not false economy).

I'm looking at my options but my time limit is pretty tight so any help from my fellow forum members would be much appreciated.

 

[Doctor McNinja]

Sorry for the slow reply. My modem kicked the bucket the other day.... Just as well because in the mean time, rather than just replying back that they're all beyond my budget, my mom has said she doesn't mind spending a bit more.

As it's been mentioned several times in the thread, I should make it clear that multiple recievers are essential. But, with the new budget, it shouldn't be an issue finding a twin tuner box.

I'm kind of leaning toward a Humax as I've got one myself, so I know my way around it and there's some great custom firmware out there, Does anyone know if the same is true for the other popular choices e.g. Samsung and Panasonic?