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If you are experiencing a "No Signal" error when trying to record with the timer on your recording device, but it successfully records when you manually initiate the recording while watching the program, there are a few possible reasons for this issue:
Timer Settings: Double-check the timer settings on your recording device. Ensure that the correct channel or input source is selected for recording. Verify that the start time, duration, and frequency (if applicable) are set correctly. It's possible that an incorrect setting is causing the "No Signal" error during timer-based recordings.
Signal Source: Confirm that the signal source you are trying to record is compatible with your recording device. Check if there are any specific requirements or limitations regarding the signal type (analog or digital) and input compatibility. Make sure the signal source is properly connected to the recording device.
Weak Signal Strength: If the signal strength of the channel or source you are trying to record is weak, it may result in a "No Signal" error during timer-based recordings. Verify the antenna or cable connection to ensure a strong and stable signal. Consider using a signal amplifier or improving the antenna setup to enhance signal strength.
Tuner or Receiver Issues: The tuner or receiver within your recording device may be experiencing issues that prevent it from detecting the signal during timer-based recordings. If possible, try performing a reset or power cycle of the recording device to see if it resolves the problem. If the issue persists, it may require further troubleshooting or repair by a professional technician.
Firmware or Software Updates: Check if there are any firmware or software updates available for your recording device. Updates can sometimes address known issues and improve device functionality. Visit the manufacturer's website or contact their customer support for information on how to update your device's firmware or software.
Contact Customer Support: If the issue persists and none of the above steps resolve the problem, it's recommended to contact the customer support of your recording device's manufacturer. They have access to specific troubleshooting steps and can provide further guidance based on their knowledge of the device.
When reaching out to customer support, provide them with detailed information about the issue, including the model of your recording device and the steps you have already taken for troubleshooting. This will help them provide more accurate assistance and advice tailored to your specific situation.
There could be a lot of things causing this and that brand is not well supported with information. The camera sensativity is a main concern when recording. If there is something in the camera view that moves ( and it can be small like a cobweb) it can cause this issue. Likewise the main unit the camera connects to uses a sensing circuit to measure the video signal and it sees the motion through the changing signal levels on the cameras. If you have an issue with all the cameras recording then it is likely the main control unit is bad.
Yes you can record any TV show HD or SD, however it depends on what connections you use and what the recorder does with the input signals. You can record HD shows but not in HD resolution if you connect using composite video (yellow RCA cable) you just get a down-converted resolution, probably 480. You must use a HDMI or a component video connection for HD BUT if the recorder cannot record HD video, it should just record it in SD resolution but it should record the input signal. DVD is not HD, you would have to go to Blu-ray for HD and there are not many Blu-ray recorders around. The hard drive has the potential to record in HD but the recorder would have to process HD signals and you would have to connect with HDMI or component video. I would say your Toshiba will record an HD show but in SD resolution. I don't think the recorder has an HDMI input or a component video input. Just composite and S-video inputs. To actually record in HD you should look at another recorder.
What are the tapes that you are trying to copy? are there genuine copies of films? YES THEY COULD BE COPY PROTECTED how they do that? simple they record the tape with the most minimum srength of signal, if you try to copy it you lose signal strength trough the copy process than the video looks a bit scrambled/discoloured and the sound is bad, if it's the case you could buy a video signal booster (if still available in stores) than you have to copy with a VCR that is separated from the DVD recorder so that you can install the booster from the output of the VCR to the input of the DVD recorder.
Hello, Daniel Busa with Dish Network's customer service department. This issue is called corrupted recordings, which can be a bad hard drive or poor signal try deleting all of the bad recordings and unplugging the receiver for ten seconds.
Are you trying to record a VHS tape to DVD? This won't work if the VHS tape is a commercial (disney, dreamwords, etc) because of an analog copy protection scheme known as Macrovision.
If you are trying to record, say, a broadcast signal and it will record to VHS and HDD, but the DVD errors out, then either the DVD drive is bad, or you have the incorrect type of recordable DVD in the player...
Check your signal strength on your second tuner. Dont forget to check all satellites and, if you use the signal meter instead of system test, a few odd and a few even transponders.
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