Samsung DVD-SH895 Tabletop DVD Recorder

The device can record media types like DVD+R, DVD+RW, DVD-R, DVD-RAM, DVD-RW, DVD+R DL, DVD-R DL and USB drive. The compatible playback media types and formats are MP3, DivX, WMA, MPEG-2, WAV, DVD, DVD-R, DVD-RW, DVD+R, DVD+RW, CD-R, CD-RW, CD, DVD+R DL, DVD-RAM, DVD-R DL and USB drive.

NICAM is the featured stereo reception system, while PAL and SECAM are the Reception Systems. This DVD recorder allows Simultaneous recording and playback facilities. Feature-wise, the unit is fully equipped with options like Parental Lock, time slip function and time shift function. It is integrated with a Freeview Tuner.

With ample connectivity options like 1 x IEEE 1394 (FireWire/i.LINK) ( 4 PIN FireWire) – front, 1 x USB ( 4 PIN USB Type A ) – front, 1 x composite video/audio input ( RCA phono x 3 ) – front, 1 x HDMI output ( 19 pin HDMI Type A ) – rear, 2 x SCART ( 21 PIN SCART ) – rear, 1 x SPDIF output ( TOS Link ) – rear, 1 x component video output ( RCA phono x 3 ) – rear, 1 x composite video output ( RCA phono ) – rear and 1 x audio line-out ( RCA phono x 2 ) – rear, it provides smarter and faster connectivity solutions.

With the capability to offer Stereo sound, it brings to you rich and realistic sound performance. This DVD recorder of 43 x 30 x 5.5 cm size and 3.6 kg is easier to handle and use. You can control all the activities and features with the use of a universal remote control. Addition of all these features set the Samsung DVD-SH895 HDD/DVD Recorder apart from the rest.

Sony RDR-HX750B DVD Recorder

This black device comes with dimensions of (Width) 43 cm, (Depth) 28.6 cm and (Height) 6.7 cm and weighs 4.4 kg. Tray is the media load type. It is capable of offering a maximum recording capacity of 455 hours. Features like Progressive scanning (line doubling), simultaneous recording and playback, chasing playback, USB 2.0 compatibility and PictBridge support adds to the versatility of the device.

Stereo is the sound output mode featured in this device. Media types supported are CD-R, CD-RW, DVD-RAM, SVCD, DVD-R, DVD+RW, DVD-RW, DVD+R, DVD, CD, Video CD, DVD+R DL and DVD-R DL. It can record media such as DVD-R, DVD-RW, DVD+RW, DVD+R, DVD+R DL and DVD-R DL. It supports 10bit / 108MHz Video D/A Converter. DivX is the supported Digital Video Standard and MP3 is the supported Digital Audio Standard.

Up scaling function and Video Noise Reduction are facilitated in this recorder. JPEG photo playback and Block Noise Reduction are the supported DVD features. Recording features include Synchro Start and High Speed Dubbing. This Sony DVD recorder comprises of a tuner and supports PAL and SECAM as the reception systems.

Clock & Alarm, 32-event Timer, 1 month Timer Backup and infrared Remote ensure better use of the device. Connectors available are 1x composite video/audio input ( RCA phono x 3 ) – front, 1 x S-Video input ( 4 PIN mini-DIN ) – front, 1 x RF input – rear, 1 x RF output – rear, 1 x composite video/audio output ( RCA phono x 3 ) – rear, 1 x S-Video output ( 4 PIN mini-DIN ) – rear, 1 x component video output ( RCA phono x 3 ) – rear, 2 x SCART ( 21 PIN SCART ) – rear, 1 x HDMI output ( 19 pin HDMI Type A ) – rear, 1 x SPDIF output ( RCA phono ) – rear, 1 x IEEE 1394 (FireWire/i.LINK) ( 4 PIN FireWire ) – front, 1 x G-Link Interface – rear, 1 x USB ( 4 PIN USB Type A ) – front and 1 x USB ( 4 PIN USB Type B ) – front.

Antenna cable and Remote control cable are supplied along with the product. Voltage required by this unit is AC 230V (50/60 Hz) and consumes 44 Watt internal power. Sony RDR-HX750B Tabletop DVD Recorder boosts your recording performance and offers maximum productivity.

This stylish Sony DVD recorder supports DVD video, VCD, SVCD, DVD-R, DVD-RW, DVD+R, DVD+RW, CD audio, CD-R and CD-RW playable disk formats. The supported recordable media include DVD-R, DVD+R, DVD-RW and DVD+RW. In addition, it also supports MP3 and JPEG playable file formats. The supported TV resolution includes 480i, 480p and 576p along with NTSC video output system. It consists of a 12 bit/108 MHz video DA converter and a 24 bit/192 kHz audio DA converter.

The sleek and smart Sony RDRGX-300 Tabletop DVD Recorder is very easy to use. It consists of a jog dial control. It has a dynamic range of 103 dB for DVD and 99 dB for CD. The audio S/N is 115 dB. It provides you video equalizer. It features quick timer, synchro rec, Teletext title download, Rec mode adjust, SmartLink, one touch dubbing, program dubbing and advanced program dubbing.

The connections include 2 SCART, 2 composite input, 2 S-video input, 2 analogue audio input, 1 RF (TV) input, 1 composite output, 1 S-Video output, 1 component output, 1 analogue audio output, 1 digital audio coaxial output, 1 digital audio optical output and 1 RF output. In addition, it provides you a standard remote control for convenient operation of the device. Other features  include display dimmer, progressive scan, block noise reduction, frame noise reduction, parental control, OSD in English, French and Spanish, cable/satellite receiver control and simultaneous record and play.

Key specifications of the player
Philips DVDR3510V/05 Table Top DVD Recorder performs the functions of a DVD recorder, VCR combo and USB digital player. The dimensions of this recorder are 10cm x 43.5cm x 34.4cm. It weighs 5.2kg. This product is recommended for home use. It has a facility for parental lock with password.

Special features supported by this Philips DVD recorder include simultaneous recording and playback, upgradeable firmware and JPEG photo playback. For audio the sound output mode is through stereo. Dolby digital and DTS features are also provided in this recorder.

The playback media types are CD-R, CD-RW, SVCD, DVD-R, DVD+RW, DVD-RW, DVD+R, DVD, CD, Video CD and DVD+R DL. The recordable media types are DVD-R, DVD-RW, DVD+RW, DVD+R and DVD+R DL.

The media format supported is PAL. The video D/A converter are 10bit / 54MHz whereas for audio it is 24 bit/ 192kHz. The recording modes possible are SP, LP, EP, HQ, SP+, and SLP. It provides programmability for 8 events/1 month. Tray is the media load type.

The supported digital video standards are DivX, MPEG-1, and MPEG-2. The supported digital audio standard consists of WMA, PCM, MPEG 1 audio, MPEG 2 audio and MP3. This recorder also exhibits progressive scanning feature.

This product has a standard type of a TV tuner. The reception system consists of PAL and SECAM. Other additions include digital clock and infrared remote control. The offered connections are 1 x IEEE 1394 (FireWire/i.LINK), 1 x composite video/audio input, 1 x USB, 2 x Scart, 1 x component video output, 1 x S-Video output, 1 x SPDIF output, 1 x audio line-out, 1 x composite video/audio output, 1 x RF input and 1 x RF output. An antenna cable is offered with this recorder. It has an internal power arrangement and the required voltage is AC 230V (50 H). While operating the consumed power is 32 Watt. This recorder is available in two exterior colours black and silver. Other supplied accessories are 2 x AAA batteries, quick start guide, user manual and warranty leaflet.