Panasonic DMR-ES15EB-S Multi-Format DVD Recorder

Panasonic DMR-ES15EB-S Multi-Format DVD Recorder
Create your own video library with the DMR-ES15 DVD Player Recorder from Panasonic. The DMR-ES15 offers up to 8 hours recording on the same single media and contains complete connectivity including, a digital audio output and a DV input. The DMR-ES15 offers the advantage of multi-media recording with intuitive functions and optimal comfort.

Customer Review: does what it says on the box
Good piece of kit, easy to use and does what it says its suppose to

Customer Review: Good performance for the money.
Was a little but nervous before buying as the technical details were a little bit sparse and the reviews mixed.

I am, however, very pleased with it. It does have scart ports (although no cable is supplied) and it does record digital (once you change the setup, the default is analogue hence the complaints from others).

It does record to all formats (including dual layer) which is a big plus and the interface is relatively easy to use. The only downside is that the appearance is a bit dated but overall fantastic value for money!!!

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LG RH277H DVD Recorder - 160GB HDD
The RH-277H DVD/DivX player/recorder offers you the possibility of recording several hours of video onto DVD or the 160 GB in-built hard drive. In recording mode, the RH-277H handles DVD-R/RW, DVD+R/RW, as well as DVD+R dual layer discs. The DVD-R/RW, DVD+R/RW has 5 recording speeds letting you record up to 11 hours of video on DVD and up to 477 hours of video on hard drive. The TimeShift function lets you record one programme and replay exactly where you left it when you paused. The RH-277H also lets you record and watch another programme simultaneously. Thanks to the chaptering functions, you can customise your own DVDs. As for all the practical functions, the RH-277H offers a quick copy from hard drive to DVD function. The VPS/PDC mode lets you pre-programme your recordings. The RH-277H includes complete connectivity, including a High-Definition HDMi output, a frontal DV input for a camcorder and a USB port. With the RH-277H DVD/DivX player/recorder, youandrsquo;ll be able to enjoy hours of TV programmes, films and video at your own speed.

LD RC299H - Multi Format DVD Recorder
The RC-299H DVD/VHS player/recorder is a complete system that combines a DVD player/recorder and a HiFi Stereo VHS player/recorder. The RC-299H is compatible with several formats, so you can build up a true home TV programme and film collection. In DVD record mode, the RC-299H works with DVD+R/RW, DVD-R/RW and DVD-RAM formats. Its 5 compression modes give you up to 11 hours of digital video. The VHS player has 2 recording speeds and includes the andldquo;Jet Driveandrdquo; fast-forward and rewind functions. The RC-299H DVD/VHS player/recorder also allows you to copy from DVD and VHS cassette and vice-versa, as well as simultaneous DVD play and VHS record. The RC-299H is especially remarkable connectivity-wise, with its High-Definition HDMi out, USB port, and DV IEEE 1394 frontal input, letting you connect any portable USB device or DVD camcorder, perfect for video archiving for your films on DVD. The RC-299H DVD/VHS player/recorder is a stellar home audio/video system that gives you numerous recording possibilities for your entertainment.
Amazon Price: ?168.06

Sony RDR-HXD1065S - DVD Recorder With 250GB Hard Drive
DVD Recorder with 250GB Hard Disk Drive for up to 387 Hours of TVRecording without the need for blank Discs. Twin Analogue andDigital Tuner for clear TV reception anywhere in the UK and up to 8Days TV programme information displayed On-Screen. Digit
Amazon Price: ?399.99
Customer Review: another excellent sony product
let’s get the down side out of the way first,it’s a bit pricey but the quality is outstanding,250gb,copy mp3’s to hard drive,jpg,top notch sound and picture(every fine tuning of recording and playback of picture pssible)coaxial and optical out amongst other connections,what more can be said,just another fantastic product from sony!
Customer Review: Sony RDRHXD1065S - Expensive but good
I love this product. It is a bit too pricey and the lack of two digital tuners seems an oversight but the picture quality is excellent, use of the Freeview EPG is easy (much better than GuidePlus) but two great features are the ability to add your MP3s and JPEGs. MP3s are stored in album order and are easily played from a subsection of the recorded programmes list. Similarly JPEGs can be transferred straight from the camera memory card and there’s a great feature to turn JPEGS into a movie with themetune and transition effects and burn back onto a DVD. So the only downsides are price and lack of a 2nd tuner. Picture quality, sound, ease of use, photo and MP3 management are all great.

Daewoo DR8100P 160GB HDD Multi-region Capable DVD recorder
Amazon Price: ?202.90
Customer Review: Absolute JUNK
I bought this based on the half decent reviews. The first unit I bought had a faulty LCD & had to be sent back (part of the LCD didn’t light up, meaning 18:00 hours always displayed as 8:00 etc). The second unit randomly freezes for no reason what all. At this point it becomes COMPLETELY unresponsive & the only fix is to unplug it & wait for one minute before powering back on. Nothing else works. In addition, it’s completely failed to record programs via the timer. The first & last time I buy anything from Daewoo. Avoid this junk at all costs.
Customer Review: OK - But one or two caveats
I purchased this item to replace 3 other units - a dvd player, a vcr and a cd player which were filling up my hi-fi cabinet, so my review reflects this approach. This would have been OK but for a few issues, some due to my own lack of knowledge, but here goes anyway: 1. It won’t replace a simple CD player overly well, as there are not the simple CD operations such as a ’shuffle’ button. If you don’t mind this then it may not be a problem for you, as it will actually play CDs by track or beginning-to-end in the normal way, without having to go through the on-screen ‘multimedia’ menus. 2. In my naivety I thought that tower units were standard sizes, however this player is several centimetres deeper than most. Adding the depth of the SCART connectors etc meant that it would not fit in my cabinet and had to sit on top. Annoying this, as I have plenty of room above or to the side. This increased the effect of the next problem: 3. It is noisy - like having a PC constantly on in the living room. Nor does it seem to manage this well. Normally it spins down after a few minutes of being on standby (there is no way of turning the unit off completely) but annoyingly if you set the timer the fan simply stays on ALL the time, seemingly in anticipation of the start of recording, even if that is a day or two away. 4. (My Grumpy Old Man bit) It has the usual annoyance that it does not talk to the other units such as the sky box, which means you still have to set them both up to record a programme, selecting inputs (av1/av2 etc.) is fussy and you can’t do without multiple remotes. Is it only me that thinks that this is more of a problem that it should be with hifi units? Apart from the above, the unit worked very well to start with, but within the month developed difficulties and I am returning it to Amazon. As no other reviewers have mentioned bugs, I assume these issues were a one-off. However, I mention them here for completeness: - On-screen Menu Freezing - Unable to turn on