The HDT8520 has an 8 day EPG and supports series link and Dolby Digital audio & 1080p video quality with HDMI cable included, the HDT8520 also boasts remarkably low power consumption in both active and standby modes and has been designed to function almost silently. None of the whirring noise so often associated with recording devices.

The Phillip’s also has the capability to pause live TV or make an Instant Jump or Instant Replay at the touch of a button with its 3-hour time shift buffer.

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• Easily record in HD (one-touch recording, 8-day EPG, series recording)
• 3-hour time shift buffer to pause & resume live TV at the touch of a button
• 1080p via HDMI for superb HD picture clarity & sharpness
• Twin tuners to watch one channel while simultaneously recording another
• Striking design with ultra-quiet functioning, even when recording
• Technical Details
• Freeview+ HD recorder with integrated 500GB hard disk drive
• Digital Reception: DVB-T2, DVB-T, MHEG with interactive channel
• Broadcast Resolution: 720p, 1080i, upscale to 1080p via HDMI
• Dolby Digital 5.1 audio output
• Aspect ratio: 16:9, 4:3 Letterbox
• Automatic adaptation to TV set preferred resolution
• Automatic installation of up to 1000 channels
• Parental control (Child lock)
• USB 2.0 output for software update
• Hard disk recording capacity: up to 250 hours for SD & up to 150 hours for HD
• Pause Live TV with 3 hour time shift buffer
• Up to x1/4 slow motion and x128 fast forward / rewind
• Simultaneous Record & Playback
• Additional hard disk technology:Instant Jump, Instant Replay, Time status bar, HDD
  space used indicator, Auto resume, Trick mode
• Convenience: 8-day Program Guide, Automatic programme list update, Audio description,
  Auto resolution adjustment, Auto power off, Multiple subtitles supported, TV and Radio mode
• Extra low noise levels in both active and recording modes: Lw (A)= 27.8 dB(A)
• Power consumption: <15 W active, <1W standby
• Dimensions: 240 x 65 x 210 mm
• Weight: 1.75kg
  
  

This Freeview HD receiver has been equipped with a sophisticated user interface for easy and intuitive navigation, integrating 8-day coverage of the Freeview EPG. Particular efforts have been made to simplify the product set-up with Autoinstall and Autosearch features, a signal strength indicator and automatic adjustment to the preferred resolution of your TV set.

Not only equipped with top-notch sound & vision technology, the DTR5520 also boasts remarkably low power consumption in active, standby and “off” modes and has an Auto Power Off feature to shut down when not in use for a specified period of time.

• Breathtaking images and crystal clear sound for your TV
• 1080p via HDMI for superb HD picture clarity & sharpness
• Optimal sound purity with Dolby Digital 5.1 output
• Easy set-up with automatic search & installation, signal strength indication and
  adjustment to preferred TV resolution
• Sophisticated design with low power consumption in active, standby and “off” mode
• Product Type: Freeview+ HD receiver
• Digital Reception: DVB-T2, DVB-T, MHEG with interactive channel
• Broadcast Resolution: 720p, 1080i, upscale to 1080p via HDMI
• Dolby Digital 5.1 audio output
• Aspect ratio: 16:9, 4:3 Letterbox
• Automatic adaptation to TV set preferred resolution
• Auto Install and Auto Search, Signal strength indication
• Parental control (Child lock)
• USB 2.0 output for software update
• Convenience: 8-day Program Guide, Automatic programme list update, Audio description,
  Auto resolution adjustment, Auto power off, Power switch, Multiple subtitles supported,
  TV and Radio mode, Software upgrade over the air or via USB
• Power consumption: <6 W active, <1W standby, 0.3W off-mode
• Dimensions: 290 x 37 x 160 mm
• Weight: 0.8kg

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The HDT8520 has an 8 day EPG and supports series link and Dolby Digital audio & 1080p video quality with HDMI cable included, the HDT8520 also boasts remarkably low power consumption in both active and standby modes and has been designed to function almost silently. None of the whirring noise so often associated with recording devices.

The Phillip’s also has the capability to pause live TV or make an Instant Jump or Instant Replay at the touch of a button with its 3-hour time shift buffer.

The Philips HDT8520 is expected to launch with a price of £299.

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