Dual Atsc

Dual Atsc

Can FTA Receivers with PVR functionality be used to view OTA channels?

Hi,
I am looking to replace my Cox subscription and DVR. I was not successful in finding a good OTA DVR (Echostar TR 50 hasn't released yet). My questions.

1 Can I use a FTA receiver which has a PVR functionality, to connect a rabbit ear antenna and record local channels?
2. Can you suggest some which have the following features:
a)Dual-tuner (ATSC)
b)PVR/DVR functionality (external HDD requirement is OK)
c)Be able to connect to internet. Via ethernet port, is fine, but being able to connect over wifi is even better.
d)Ability to pause, rewind, live TV will be needed.

Thanks.
I don't want to pay any fee to COX and TIVO. I want a subscription free method of viewing and recording programs.

If you don't mind the fee, a TiVo HD will do what you want.

An OTA capable FTA satellite receiver may do what you want.

If you are looking for something to tide you over until the Echostar unit is released, I suggest a USB ATSC tuner.