The Panasonic DVD recorder/VCR combo unfortunately doesn't come with a digital tuner. It must be purchased seperately.
what is the difference between a vcr & dvd combo with out tuner & one with. as far as recording a show on a vhs tape?
the Panasonic DMR-EZ48VP-K
The modern VCR / DVD recorder does not work like the old VCRs. The switch to OTA digital TV has made the tuner less useful and was deleted from most device. VCR / DVD are now used to transfer the data to DVD . You could however attach cables fron an exernal digital tuner/ or cable box/ satellite into the VCR/DVD with the input line to record. (RCA / HDMI/ composite)
You can record from DVD's to VCR's, but only on some players. Toshiba makes a DVD to VCR recorder.
A dual deck system has one of each, a dvd and a VCR. These are extremely common and easily found such as this Philips dual deck http://www.target.com/Philips-Dual-Deck-DVD-VCR/dp/B003AJ7ODY. If you mean two DVD players and a VCR that is not found.
The Toshiba DVD/VCR player and recorder will work with your Tivo, but only in analog.
Sony makes a dual deck dvd/vcr combo but not a dual deck vcr. Other popular brands makes a dual deck vcr system.
Yes it does have a tuner that is built in on the back section of the DVD Player.
Many companies make a DVD/VCR combo, like Philips or Sony.
The main device that has replaced the VCR recorder is the DVD recorder. A DVD looks much like a CD and is therefore less bulky than a video cassette for storage purposes. Also a DVD holds far more minutes of recording time than a VCR also so overall the change is considered to be a good one.
The Toshiba D-VR5 DVD Player/Recorder with VCR has outstanding reviews.