Recording TV with a DVD Player

Hello, I was looking for someone to reccomend a good dvd player for recording live tv and also a quick how to on setup if possible.
Thnaks 

Have a look at these devices for ideas...
  http://www.bestbuy.com/site/Blu-ray-DVD-Players/DVD-Recorders/abcat0102006.c?id=abcat0102006

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