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The 1 tb expander will add over 140 hours of hd recording space or over 1200 hours of standard definition recording space. When trying to schedule when trying to schedule the next recording, the dvr will provide an on screen warn ing if there is insufficient space available. They worked well for a few months then stops output any tv signal. My book av dvr expander offers smooth video recording and playback with silkstream technology available via esata connection only. Built with wd greenpower technology, the drive inside is optimized for the demands of reading and writing video as well as the high temperatures often found in entertainment centers. Jun 22, 2010 according to western digital, the new my book av dvr expander is tivo verified and compatible with tivo series3, tivo premier, tivo hd, and many other dvrs, including directtv r15, hr20, hr2, hr23. The dvr expander is a tivo verified external device which adds storage capacity to your tivo box.
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