Maybe I am looking for something that doesn't exist. I have an old LiteOn HDVR but I want a recorder that will allow me to record Dolby 5.1 digital audio. I can't seem to find any units with digital audio inputs. All seem to have digital audio outputs, coax or optical or both. (the video source will be S-VHS) I can record HD programs in standard def from my Comcast box but I loose the digital audio. I can live with standard def video, but I want my digital audio. Thanks
I too want to "transfer" the DTS , Surround sound ,just as much as the quality video.I've used optic cables ,etc.,from my Panasonic DMR37EZ plus my Sony DG500 receiver. But, like you I can't input the Directv sound to the DVDR! I have a "blue light" ,that shows on the receiver when the Multi-channel sound is on. I can copy DVDs ,however ,and the blue light doesn't come on. I have RCA cables from DVR Directv to Panasonic ,but NO Digital input. Does anyone know why or how to get this sound "burned" onto my DVDs?
I have about decided that it just can't be done. Maybe with a computer as the recorder. You might be able to get an input card with optical audio in. I have read somewhere on here about a potential video capture card with HDMI in. But it seems like it was $200 or so.
burninmad: http://www.geektonic.com/2008/05/answers-to-your-hauppauge-hd-pvr.html . or GOOGLE hauppauge Model 1212 . This might be the answer as an interface between a HD source with RGB component outputs. An upgraded is expected to allow it to capture Dolby 5.1 digital audio. Appears to interface with your home theater PC. The HD-PVR connects to your PC directly through the USB port. $249. IN-OUTPUTS? On the front there will be S-Video In, Composite Video In, Audio In. On the back will be Audio In/Out, Component Video In, Component Video Loop Out, Optical audio in, Optical audio out, USB and IR Blaster out. The buzz on the HTPC forums continues to build around the Hauppauge HD-PVR - the first consumer-based product for HTPCs to record HD content (encrypted and otherwise) through the "analog hole".
By the way, that driver update that allows for DD 5.1 audio on the HD-PVR has arrived - just yesterday.
