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If the Auto recording request has auto_delete set, the system will limit the maximum number of recordings retained based on a configurable value. The oldest of the recordings created as a result of the auto recording request will be automatically deleted as new recordings are added.
The system will not add a recording for the same program more than once, even if reruns are aired. However, if the user deletes a recording that has not yet aired, it may be automatically added again.