Make sure you also have a working remote control that is able to control the box.
 Use the GUIDE to access your favorite show that will be playing at an upcoming time in the GUIDE.
 This is located in the center of the arrow keys near the top of the remote, and it will give you a menu.
 It should default to this option when you open the OK/SEL menu.

Turn the DVR box on.
Locate the program you'd like to record.
Press the "OK/SEL" button.
Use the arrow keys to select "Record This Show".
Press the "OK/SEL" button.
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