It depends...
If the DVR was purchased at a store and has a card slot....the answer may be yes.
TiVo stand alone systems, Panasonic, ARCHOS... etc
If your system was bought from Dish network.... Probably not.
If you buy it from the manucature, yes. If you buy it from the service provider, no.
no why would it it records direct TV channels not cable channels you can get a Comcast cable DVR for only $10 a month
Custom built DVR's and tools such as TIVO allow you to use any provider.
Cox cable offers DVDR service with its digital cable package.
To set up on Demand to work with your DVR, hook up your HDMI cable and set up your DVR to work along with on demand. You can also call your TV service provider for additional help.
Cablevision's IO Service or Time Warner Cable can provide an alternative to Direct TV's DVR plan. There are many local area cable companies that also provide this service.
Generally, you can't connect the output of a games console to a cable or satellite DVR. The DVRs normally don't have a video input and are built to record content only from the the broadcaster.
You can record a cable TV program with a DVR box. DVR boxes are an additional feature and service with the cable company which allows you to schedule recording for programs at various times.
Usually you get your DVR through your cable provider so it really depends on what cable company you are going through . Some cable companys such as Comcast have DVR's that do have parental controls .
How expensive your DVR service is depends on if you use your cable company's service or if decide to purchase your own DVR.Cable company service. Most cable company's DVR service seem to run approx. $10 per month, in addition to your current cable company bill. Generally, there is no equipment to purchase so the only cost you pay is your monthly bill. Note: This may or may not be the case with your cable company. Consult your cable company for exact pricing and terms for DVR service.Purchasing your own DVR. A new DVR can be anywhere from roughly $100 (for a standard TiVo DVR) to $600 for some higher-end DVRs. The higher-end DVRs include fancy features such as DVD recording and the like. Plus, you pay an additional monthly fee, ($12 per month for TiVo, for example). If you decide to network your DVR, you'll need a network adapter. If you need to hook it up to a phone line, you may need to purchase a filter if you have DSL.While purchasing your DVR may be more expensive initially, your DVR offers more features and flexibility than your cable company's service. Once you buy the TiVo DVR, you can pay a one-time service fee that covers the life-time of the box. This avoids costly monthly service fees, but this often doesn't allow for DVR upgrade or subscription changes
No, the cable will not work when the satellite is out. The satellite is what brings you the picture. If you are concerned about the satellite, I would stay with cable.
Getting service from a cable company is generally cheaper. Most cable company's DVR service seem to run approx. $10 per month, in addition to your current cable company bill. Generally, there is no equipment to purchase so the only cost you pay is your monthly bill. Note: This may or may not be the case with your cable company. Consult your cable company for exact pricing and terms for DVR service. Purchasing your own DVR can mean anywhere from roughly $100 (for a standard TiVo DVR) to $600 for some higher-end DVRs. The higher-end DVRs include fancy features such as DVD recording and the like. Plus, you may pay an additional monthly fee, ($12 per month for TiVo, for example). While purchasing your DVR may be more expensive initially, your DVR offers more features and flexibility than your cable company's service. **alternate response** In my neck of the woods (South FL)renting a cable DVR is $8 monthly for the hardware rental and an additional $5 for programming service. I pay $5 a month for a DirecTV DVR programming with a hardware lump sum cost of $50 (the hardware is often available for free with a new installation)
Charter Communications is an internet/cable service which provides you with DVR, On Demand and high speed internet connections. They have a 24/7 tech support, which assists you with your internet/cable troubleshooting.