Toshiba RDXV45 DVD Recorder

August 29, 2008

Toshiba RDXV45 DVD RecorderToshiba RDXV45 DVD Recorder launched by Toshiba, is the advanced form of home console system integrated with VCR cum hard disk. This model captured hearts of billions by its performance and its stylish black colour. This recorder comes in black case with a grey accent, and silver Toshiba branding on the case of the front panel. This attractive design renders a beauty to living space.

The weight of this unit is 5.2kg and this light weight opportune you to shift the device according to your convenience. With the dimensions, 6.9 cm height, 43 cm width and 32.5 cm depth, this DVD cum VCR console does not eat up much space. The form factor of this system is table top and it demands an extra device to exhibits the images and videos stored either in HD, DVD or in VCR.

This recorder comes with a remote control and it facilitates you the comfort of monitoring the system within a certain range. The remote utilise 2 AA batteries and since it deploys only a little charge, you need not replace the batteries frequently.

You can playback and even record upon three media using this HD DVD cum VCR recorder. But the only limitation is that you must choose the precise format for the media to avoid the malfunctioning of the device. The formats of discs compatible for playback are CD audio, CD-DA, CD-RW, SVCD, Video CD, DivX, DVD-R, DVD-RW, DVD Video, JPEG Viewer, MP3 and NTSC Playback. The discs well-suited for recording are DVD+R/RW, DVD-R/RW, DVD RAM and VHS.

Features

This HD DVD recorder has an integrated hard disk drive with a capacity of 160GB. This feature lets you to hardly bother about the extra disk for recording. This permits you to record on to the large capacity 160GB hard disk. You can immortalize the important events in your life using this recorder. This unit allow you to record upto 340 hours. You can simultaneously record to the disc and can enjoy playing the disc. 

The key features of this recorder are
 
•    160GB hard disk
•    Recording time 340 hours
•    VHS recording
•    Time shift recording
•    Simultaneous record and play
•    DVD plus VCR combo
•    Variable Zoom
•    Time slip TV
•    LED Display
•    PAL Progressive Scan
 
This features VHS recording allowing you to record on the Video Home System (VHS) tapes. Toshiba RDXV45 DVD plus VCR Combo Recorder offer more recording time i.e. size is more compared to ordinary video cassettes. Toshiba RDXV45 features time shift recording and this permits you to monitor the time, rewinding, stopping and slowing down the recording. The picture in the screen can be zoomed in and zoomed out according to your taste utilizing the variable zoom button. The progressive scan characteristics of this unit unveil the quality high resolution pictures without obscureness. This offers 3D Virtual sound being compatible to Dolby Digital and DTS decoder.

Connectivity

The connectivity plays an important role in the performance of this recorder. Two analog audio ports, coaxial audio, composite video, 2 scart interfaces and S-video ports are integrated at the rear end. The AV input is incorporated on the front panel. All these connection together renders a better sound and picture to the senses.

The manufacturer offers a warranty period of 1 year to the product delivering the quality performance.

Pioneer DVR-630H DVD Recorder

August 26, 2008

DVD recorders are widely seen in the market, but it is hard to find one thatPioneer DVR-630H DVD Recorder Pioneer DVR-630H DVD Recorder performs well. Thus it becomes necessary to keep your eyes wide open before making a choice. Pioneer is a leading company that has hit the market in the consequent years with a range of advanced and high quality electronic gadgets. Pioneer DVR-630H DVD Recorder plays well the role of a DVD recorder.

Placing this unit in your living space adds charm to your interior as well as provides an enjoyable leisure time. With a compact dimension of (W) 420 x (H) 59 x (D) 273 mm and weighs 4.1 kg. You can have access to the recording feature in just a press of a button. 12 hours is the maximum recording time allotted for a single title. Compatible media of the device includes DVD-R, DVD-RW / DVD-R, DVD-RW, Dual-layer DVD-R, DVD+R/ RW, DVD-RAM and DVD-Video. Recordable media supported by the unit are DVD-R and DVD-RW.

In to the details
Hard disk capacity of this unit is calculated as 250 GB. The 2” LCD screen helps in the easy management of this unit. Progressive scan is supported along with real Dolby AC3. This DVD recorder supports NTSC, PAL and the standard TV tuners supported are PAL and SECAM. The various recording modes supported by the device are SP, LP, EP and fine. A Video D/A Converter 10bit / 54MHz is provided for better efficiency. A single Scart interface is also supported by the unit.

You can programme the unit for about 32 events that is 1 month. Digital video and audio standards facilitated are MPEG-1, MPEG-2 and WMA, PCM, MP3 respectively. DVD features such as resume function, set up condition memory and video noise reduction are also supported by the device. In an addition to that the unit features recording features like synchro start and high speed dubbing.

Other aspects
Infrared remote allows perfect access to all the functions thereby enhancing the quality of the work output. Digital clock and automatic timer are added benefits of the device. The included cables are Video / audio cable and Antenna cable. In order for the unit to function it requires a power supply of 49 Watt voltage of AC 220 - 240 V, 50/60 Hz. Digtal jukebox is an addition to this device.

Connectors

  • 1 x IEEE 1394 (FireWire/i.LINK) ( 4 PIN FireWire ) - front
  • 2 x SCART (RGB) ( 21 PIN SCART ) - rear
  • 1 x composite video/audio input ( RCA phono x 3 ) - front
  • 1 x S-Video input ( 4 PIN mini-DIN ) - front
  • 1 x composite video/audio output ( RCA phono x 3 ) - rear
  • 1 x S-Video output ( 4 PIN mini-DIN ) - rear
  • 1 x SPDIF output ( TOS Link ) - rear
  • 1 x RF input - rear
  • 1 x RF output - rear
  • 1 x system components control bus – rear

Advantages such as speed copy and optimised copy are also possible with this unit. Disc back up, recovery recording, Chase Play and Playback with Recording are the added benefits of this DVD recorder. When considered all the factors this Pioneer DVR-630H Tabletop DVD Recorder is a complete entertainment box.

General Info
Brand Pioneer
Model DVR-630H
Weight in kg 4.1 kg.
Dimensions (W) 420 x (H) 59 x (D) 273 mm
Type Tabletop
Features
DVD+R Playback Yes
DVD-RAM Playback Yes
HD-DVD Playback No
DVD-R Recording Yes
DVD+RW Recording No
Double Layer Recording Yes
Progressive Scan Yes
DVD-RW Playback Yes
DVD+R Recording No
DVD-RAM Recording No
W-LAN connection No
Number of Scart Interfaces 1
DVD-R Playback Yes
Super Audio CD Playback Yes
Real Dolby Yes
Ethernet Yes
Firewire Yes

LG DR275 DVD Recorder

August 23, 2008

LG DR275 DVD RecorderLG applies innovation in electronic field. They are the leading producers of CDMA handsets, washers, air conditioners, DVD players, LCD TVs and hi-fi systems; that enrich your life by making it more beautiful.

DVD Recorder is fastly replacing the VCR era. LG DR275 DVD Recorder is one of the DVD recorders, manufactured by LG, which offers best way to record your favourite videos, TV programmes and movies. The advantages include perfect picture, track list, play both CDs and DVDs and also allow to record once or many times according to the type of disc.

The weight of this recorder is 3kg, and its dimension (WxHxD) 43×6x28cm occupies minimum space making it more convenient. The type of this recorder is table, since you cannot watch videos without the help of television or PC.

Compatible DVD Recorder Formats

Mainly there are three types of DVD recorders work in different ways.

1.    DVD +R/RW

This recorder support DVD+R/RW format discs and can playback on most DVD players. If you want to share the videos, then this is the apt one. You can only write once on the DVD+R format disc and can be rewritten in DVD +RW format discs.
  
2.    DVD -R/RW

This recorder support DVD-R/RW format discs and this type disc automatically finds and records the video in the available blank space. Nowadays blank discs are getting cheaper and can fit to TV to record your favourite programmes. DVD-R format discs can be written once whereas on DVD-RW format discs you can write as many times as you like. One drawback is that these types of discs can only playback in compatible DVD –R/RW players.

3.    DVD -RAM
   
The DVD RAM allows viewing of a programme from the start while it is being still recorded. It also allows you to watch one programme and allows you to record another one and you can pause the live TV.  It can be rewritten but only can be played in DVD RAM player. This recorder does not support DVD-RAM recording and playback.

Connectivity

LG DR275 table DVD Recorder has a frontal audio video input and one video output. The coaxial cable is used for AV connections. The digital audio formats used in this recorder are Dolby Digital Output and DTS digital output. The output sound mode is stereo and the sound effect is 3D. This DVD Recorder has 2 scart sockets. This recorder has no HDMI outputs. The power consumed by this recorder is17 Watt.

Features

The features supported by this DVD Recorder are given below

•    Multi DVD Recording
•    Graphical Navigation
•    Divx Compatibility
•    Different recording speed
•    Changer
•    TV Tuner
•    JPEG photo playback
•    On-Screen display
•    Parental Lock
•    Progressive Scanning

The recording time of this DVD recorder is 11 hours. Supported digital audio standards are MP3 and WMA. This DVD recorder is MP3 compatible. The picture zoom power ranges from 2x to 4x. The technology in the remote control is infrared and the type is universal remote control. It does not support blu-ray recording, Firewire, HD DVD and W LAN connection. It has no built-in VCR and hard disk.

Warranty

The warranty period of LG DR275 DVD Recorder is one full year.

LG RH266H DVD Recorder

August 20, 2008

LG RH266H DVD RecorderStepping into the next generation of DVD Players, LG RH266H DVD Recorder comes with a 160GB hard disk drive to record the live TV programmes. LG Electronics launched this smart enclosure in black case equipped with excel features to meet all recording needs. User-friendly menu makes the recording and playback effortless and convenient.

Design

This subtle device records the favourite TV programmes, happy moments in your life such as videos and pictures either in hard disk or in the DVD discs. With weight 3.5kg and dimensions 430 X 54 X 285 mm (w x h x d) without foot, it perfectly fits in the TV stand. This table type DVD recorder demands an external display device to unleash the pictures in high resolution.

This DVD recorder comes bundled with a full featured remote control that allows you to monitor the operations while you are in the halfway or resting with in a certain range. The remote control functions with 2 AA batteries.

Compatible DVD Formats

Multi-format discs such as DVDR/RW and CDR/RW are compatible with this DVD recorder for recording. While playbacking, it permits you to insert all discs expect the bluray discs. This top-notch recorder offer high quality audio and video.

Features

LG RH266H features progressive scan to deliver high quality pictures without causing fatigue to the eyes. This comes loaded with huge hard disk drive i.e. about 160GB hard disk drive for easy and swift recording. The built-in exemplary features of this smart media marvel are given below.

•    Progressive Scan
•    477 hours recording time
•    160GB hard disk drive
•    Advanced time shift
•    DivX Playback
•    CD Ripping
•    3 second backup time

LG RH266H HDD DVD Recorder is not impressed with VCR combi and multiregion. This supports Multi-format discs rendering you to insert all types of discs.

Interfaces

This supports excel HDMI port to view movies and videos in high definition displays. It has two audio outputs and one audio input. The video in and composite video out pins directs you to high resolution pictures obviously.

Sony RDRHXD860 DVD recorder

August 17, 2008

Sony RDRHXD860 DVD recorder Sony RDRHXD860 DVD recorderEntertainment has been always the passion of the man. With the coming of DVD’s the whole concept of entertainment has been changed. The DVD’s can offer high quality video and audio signals with the high quality features and characteristics. The new Sony RDRHXD860 DVD recorder with its features and qualities has already become one of the hot products in the market. This Sony DVD recorder supports disc formats like MPEG4, DivX, MP3 and JPEG. It can easily offer video TV resolutions of 480i. 

Features and Specifications
The recordable supporting media of this product are DVD-R, DVD+R, DVD-RW, DVD+RW, DVD-R DL and DVD+R DL with a video up conversion of 720 p. The recorder also has video noise reductions like block noise reduction and mosquito noise reduction. It also has 2 SCART connectors there by allowing easy connectivity. The output convenience includes S- Video and component. Its record and play features include chasing playback and pause live TV. The HDD size of the product is 160 GB and the facility of EPG are the added advantages. The dimensions of this product are 7.5 x 43 x 32.8 cm and it comes with a weight of just 5.99 kg. The exterior silver colour makes it look very striking as well.

The supported recording speed of the Sony RDRHXD860 Digital Video Recorder includes EP, LP, SP, SLP, HQ, HSP, HQ+ and LSP with multi region DVD facility. The recorder also has personal video recording and progressive scan with video formats of NTSC and PAL. It also has the facility of clock and the recorder has timer with a timer backup of 1 hour. The power consumption of this product is 52 watt and the product is very space-saving. 

JPEG photo playback is another remarkable feature supported by the device. Another staggering facility of this product is Series recording. With this facility it is possible to view and record every show without repeats. It can link the two parts if the show is stopped in the middle.

Other features of this product include one touch recording, automatic chaptering and title labelling, simultaneous recording and playback facility. High bit rate recording mode with HDD and i-link facility is there for the DVD recorder. The DVD recorder also has the Dolby surround system thereby giving high-quality sound effects.

With a lot of features and facilities Sony RDRHXD860 Tabletop DVD Recorder is ideal for homes and can be bought without any hesitation.

General Info
Brand Sony
Model RDRHXD860
Weight 5.99 kg
Dimensions 7.5 x 43 x 32.8 cm
Type Tabletop
Features
DVD+R Playback Yes
DVD-RAM Playback Yes
HD-DVD Playback Yes
DVD-R Recording Yes
DVD+RW Recording Yes
HDMI Interface Yes
Progressive Scan Yes
Electronic Programme Guide(EPG) Yes
Number of Scart Interfaces 2
HDTV Yes
DVD-R Playback Yes
DVD+RW Playback Yes
DVD-RW Recording Yes
Real Dolby Yes
Ethernet Yes
SD Card Interface Type Yes

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