Strong SRT 5430

I purchased this product with high hopes, after the debacle with the Teac 850, but my hopes were dashed from the beginning. Firstly the Remote control, as mentioned in another review, the buttons have to be pressed heavily and square on to get them to...

er Service promptly answered although they still recommend a portable hard drive. If you want to record stuff to keep get a set top box with an inbuilt drive but just to record stuff to watch and delete its fine.

After updating software I have been using this model for 5 months now. It does loose connection with stations periodically but still gives good picture. Recording on USB stick is adequate for my needs. Have been told by Dick Smith guy that even with...