Can I use a DVD recorder with Sky Q?

Can I use a DVD recorder with Sky Q?

Whilst it is true there is no way to move a HD recording from SkyQ box to another box and retain the HD quality, it is possible to save recordings if you accept the drop in quality. you need a hdmi input/scart output converter and a DVD recorder (mine has a hard disc drive).

Can I connect my DVD player through my Sky box?

Connect the Sky to the dvd player (deactivate the scart control on the settings) then dvd player to dvd. That way the tv should switch to scart for the dvd and over to the HDMI input when you switch the Sky box on.

How do I connect my DVD recorder to my Sky box?

Here’s how to do this:

1. Connect a SCART lead from the Sky+HD box to a spare SCART socket on a DVD recorder.
2. Set the DVD recorder to the Line In feed (labelled AV, Line or Aux)
3. Insert a formatted blank DVD into the recorder.
4. Cue up the programme on the Sky+ box that you want to copy.

Can you connect DVD recorder to Smart TV?

Plug in the S-Video cable to the S-Video input on the DVD recorder. Next, connect the RCA audio cable to the output on the TV source and the input on the DVD recorder. Finally, connect the S-Video cable and the RCA audio cable to the output on the DVD recorder and the input on the TV.

Do I lose my recordings if I upgrade to Sky Q?

Unless it’s Buy & Keep, you won’t be able to transfer any recordings on your Sky+ box to your Sky Q box. Some shows might be available on Catch Up TV, Sky Box Sets and on demand movies, but we’d advise you watch any recordings you’d like to see before your Sky Q install date.

Can I record from Sky Q?

With Sky Q, you can record all your favourite shows, so you never miss an episode again. You can find all your recordings by pressing Sky on your Sky Q remote, or by pressing Home then scrolling to Recordings.

How do I record from Sky Box to DVD player?

On Sky+HD:

1. Press tv guide on your Sky remote, select Planner and then highlight the recording you’d like to copy.
2. Press left or right and you’ll see the green copy icon at the bottom of the screen.
3. Press green to mark it for Copy.
4. Press select to confirm your copy selections.
5. Press record on your DVD / HDD recorder.

Can you save Sky recordings on USB?

As it turns out, the USB port on Sky HD was supposed to be used for a modem. You can use the USB port to charge a device, but data transfer is not enabled, so copying files to a USB stick is not an option. Note: Some Sky Boxes received an update that allows data transfer via the SATA cable.

Can I watch recordings on old Sky box?

They will look at your existing etc and replace if needed, They will however change the LNB which renders the + box unusable. There will be no way to access it or recordings I’m afraid. You can keep it however.

Can you record TV with DVD player?

Insert a blank DVD in the recorder, when prompted, initialize the disc to prepare it for recording, and then press the Rec. (or Record) button on the remote control of the DVD recorder to record TV shows to DVD. Once you are done recording, press the Menu button on the DVD recorder’s remote control.

Can you record Antenna TV on a DVD recorder?

Connect Antenna/Cable to DVR/DVD Recorder so the device can record the program. The connection depends on your Antenna/Cable and DVR/DVD Recorder type. Connect the DVD recorder to the AV input (HDMI) of the TV for DVD playback. Although DVD recorder is already connected via Antenna cable to the TV, it is passive.

How do I connect Sky Box to DVD recorder?

On the SKY box connect the Scart labeled TV (not the VCR) to AV2 (Not AV1) on the DVD. On the DVD box connect the Scart AV1 (not the AV2) to a scart on the TV. The pictures you get are irrelevant because you had the cables plugged in wrongly. Thank you both for your responses. Much appreciated for your help. Unfortunately, still no joy !

How can I copy Sky Movies to DVD?

On your DVD remote, press record. On your the Sky remote, press play. You’ll see the Sky+ Copy screen, displaying the titles in the order you selected them with their length in minutes. After a few seconds continuous playout will begin automatically. The Sky box can’t be used for anything else until the copying is complete or cancelled.

Can you record from a Mini Sky Box?

You cannot record from a HDMI out socket. You can record from a mini box as it has a 3.5mm AV out socket with composite video (CVBS) and analogue stereo audio. You cannot record from a HDMI out socket. You can record from a mini box as it has a 3.5mm AV out socket with composite video (CVBS) and analogue stereo audio. Is this what I would need?

Can a DVD recorder record from a mini box?

You also need to ensure you select the correct AV input on the DVD recorder. You cannot record from a HDMI out socket. You can record from a mini box as it has a 3.5mm AV out socket with composite video (CVBS) and analogue stereo audio.