How may I record in High Def and Playback in High Def ?

MacPCConsultants · Member Joined: 17 Nov 2007 Location: United States

I have a high def box from Comcast, but without an internal recorder. I also have an excellent outdoor antenna and a Samsung DTB-H260F ATSC Terrestrial tuner.

Comcast would increase my cable bill by $70 if I simply want to exchange the Hi-Def box for one with a DVR inside. I rather spend the extra money on my own equipment.

QUESTION: How may I RECORD and PLAYBACK in Hi Def with the above setup and devices ?

What other devices/equipment do I need to purchase in order to accomplish Hi Def recording ?

Is a hard drive always needed to record in Hi Def, or can one do it directly to a DVD ?

Is there a unit which will record Hi Def directly to a DVD ? (pardon my ignorance !)