Rojo Habe wrote:
> It's averaging three stars on Amazon; most of the complaints seem to
> be about the noise.  I'd try before you buy at this price.
>
> Most people here will probably recommend the Humax or Topfield,
> although you won't get one for eighty quid.  I can vouch for the
> Humax, it's whisper quiet.  It's not bug-free but none of them are,
> unfortunately.  Software upgrades are coming through roughly every
> six months.  On-screen displays are pleasing to the eye (though this
> is subjective.  Try before you buy at any price) and all the usual
> features (series link, accurate record, split program, alternative
> instance) are supported on channels that support them. It doesn't
> come with Top Up TV as standard but there is a slot for a CI module.
>
> If you do go for the Thomson, let us know what it's like.

Thanks to you and all for the tips.

Ended up going for a Vestel T825 clone, the Asda Onn 160Gb model at just 
£99.

Very good for the price, no doubt about that!

Cheers,
Ian