Product Description
The DMR-EZ47 offers high image quality in both recording and playback, easy operation, and improved networking capabilities. It comes equipped with the HDMI terminal, which allows easy, single-cable connection to compatible equipment. The DMR-EZ47 also offers Panasonic's proprietary VIERA Link functions for linked operation of other AV devices, and these functions are now even more convenient. It is now possible to control an optional DIGA recorder, when connected to a Panasonic VIERA TV, using VIERA's remote control unit. This provides convenient control over frequently used functions by using only VIERA's remote. By pressing the VIERA Link button on the remote, a DIGA menu screen can be accessed directly from the VIERA Link menu screen, to make recording settings or play a DVD. By combining intelligent i/p Conversion and 1080p Up-Conversion technologies, DIGA's 1080p technology renders high-resolution 1080p images from DVD movies and TV broadcasts to compatible TVs. The Accutune high-precision analog/digital tuner achieves stable signal reception even under poor signal conditions, such as when signals are reflected by surrounding buildings. The Accutune Digital Tuner is a high-performance hybrid tuner capable of receiving both digital and analog broadcasts. It uses a signal processor to effectively control noise and distortion, and its proprietary matching circuits allow it to transform and separate digital broadcasts into the appropriate digital or analog signals. With the built-in Digital Tuner, this will also allow you to record one digital broadcast program while watching a second program. The Tape input signal is automatically detected and optimized using Digital Noise Reduction (DNR) to provide an easy way to even more beautiful digital recordings from VHS tapes. Super Multi-Format Recording & Playback Digital Broadcast Capable - Built-in ATSC Tuner Automatic Program Information Acquisition Long Time
Customer Reviews:
Excellent Choice.......2007-12-18
Panasonic DMR-EZ47VK Up-Converting 1080p DVD-Recorder/VCR Combo with Built In Tuner
This product met all my expectations. Easy to use. I'm a 70 year old
female and I can understand the directions, which is no small feat. I
have copied some of my VHS tapes to DVD and they came out perfect.
Great for transferring home movies to DVD.......2007-12-17
My only reason for purchasing a DVD recorder was to transfer 8mm and VHS home movies to DVD and after reading various reviews on DVD recorders, I decided to purchase the Panasonic DMR-EZ47VK. This recorder is simple to to set up, simple to operate and the DVDs come out great. I have had the unit for about a month and transferred several VHS tapes to DVD +R media with terrific results.
So Many Problems--Where Do I Start?.......2007-12-17
Although this unit has a great set of features & capabilities, it has so many fundamental problems that it's given me nothing but headaches. I even bought a second unit to compare & found that it had *the same problems*! This is not a case of me getting unlucky & buying the 1 bad manufactured unit--these are flaws in the software & programming itself!
Many calls to Panasonic customer service (after looong waits & painful menu navigation & customer service reps who were not very helpful) resulted in 2 firmware upgrade discs being mailed to me in 8/07 & 11/07. They didn't fix the problems.
My unit is now at the local Panasonic authorized repair center, awaiting new parts, which will leave me without my player for about 3-4 weeks in total, if I get it back when they claim it will be done.
In no particular order, here are the problems:
1 - The unit freezes up frequently. I'll walk by, look at the clock, see that it's way off, press every single button on the unit & the remote to try to turn it on or get it to respond, but nothing happens. I have to unplug it & plug it back in to be able to use it again. It has missed recording so many scheduled TV shows because it froze up. The period of time between freezes ranges from a day to a month--totally random & inconsistent.
2 - While watchng DVDs, the big status window in the top right of my screen pops up occasionally, reminding me that I'm in DVD mode. Duh. This is very annoying. Sometimes it pops up every few minutes. Sometimes I can watch hours of movies with no pop up. Again, random.
3 - The SD card playback is sooooo slow that it's useless. I'm using a 4.0MP camera, with 2MB file size, and the time required to flip from picture to picture on the card makes a slideshow utterly impossible.
4 - The one-touch dubbing from VHS to DVD has given me huge headaches. First, it will abort the dubbing if you have a segment of static snow on your VHS in between the items on your tape. I'm trying to copy tapes of personal videos to DVD for archiving & easy access & sharing, but I have to babysit the machine to keep restarting the dubbing process.
5 - After dubbing a tape to DVD & following the directions carefully, I am unable to make the chapter manipulation menu appear. So, I'm stuck with chapter breaks every 8 minutes and cannot add/remove chapters, so I'm unable to make an easily-navigated DVD menu.
6 - After I figured out that I can manually stop my dubbing after each segment on my VHS tape, I had many hours invested & was on my way to making a DVD that had all the breaks in the correct locations to be able to generate a proper top menu. But then I came across one portion of my VHS tape where the machine refused to dub properly. 3.5 minutes into this section of tape (which is just like all the other sections, recorded on the same VCR), the unit stops recording, tells me that it's dividing the recording, rewinds the tape a bit, then starts recording a new DVD segment. This puts an illogical & unpleasant break in what is supposed to be continuous footage, and it adds an unnecessary chapter to the top menu. I tried this twice, with the same result. The manual shows that this should not happen.
7 - Unfortunately, unlike every other DVD player I've seen, the menu button on the remote pulls up a menu that lets you go to the DVD top menu. Usually the menu button on the remote just sends you to the disc's menu. Silly.
This product has given me so many headaches & made me *very* frustrated. When I get it back from the repair shop, I hope that Panasonic will give me some sort of refund, because I don't see how swapping out a circuit board will be able to fix what appears to be poor design & programming...but that's all the repair shop could recommend as a fix...
Just what I needed!!.......2007-12-17
After suffering through several months of poor quality videotapes (and occasional jamming when trying to eject tapes!), I decided to take the plunge with the Panasonic DVD/VCR combo unit. As others have noted, the instruction manual is nearly 100 pages ... but it doesn't matter, as this unit performs as well or better than I expected! DVD-RAM recording allows for chasing feedback of live programming, and one touch recording allows me to slowly convert my VHS library into a 21st century DVD library! Plus, I can easily burn DVD's directly from my Mini-DV tape palmcorder - fantastic!
good dvd/vcr combo.......2007-12-17
I like the way this dvd recorder copy my old vhs tapes. The outcome were clear. I connected the optical audio cable to my receiver and the sound was superb. The only con that I can say is that I have to use the av receiver every time I use it to get a sound. I tried several times not to use the receiver and it failed to give the audio. I also use the HDMI and the video is outstanding.
cannot get sound unless hooked up to an external device like av receiver.
Product Description
HDMI / Easy Record / Component Video / Composite
Customer Reviews:
For the price............2007-12-25
Bought refurbished by Samsung for $112! Can't be happier. If the unit had any problems, Samsung fixed them.The VHS transfer went flawlessly.
I have TimeWarner in NYC. Recommend that you use S video for connection between cable box and unit. Not supplied. Cheap 4 ft av cables came with unit No batteries either. Manual was Xerox copy not original.
This unit records everything that you can see on your screen.
There is one potential problem,not with the unit. You must read the manual to install properly as one has to change settings and imputs etc.
If you don't know the difference between an HDMI cable and a component cable , have someone install it for you.
My brother saw mine and the price, he is going to order one today.
Excellent product for the price.......2007-12-24
I'll be brief. Easy to use. Good quality. Everything works. Excellent value. Copying all my old home movies to dvd etc.
Good value, but HDMI difficulties.......2007-12-19
I've had this combo player for a month now, and overall it's a good unit. The recoding in VCR mode is good, and the DVD recordings are excellent. Playback in both modes is fine except for a problem with the HDMI output that I still haven't resolved. I can get the HDMI video to work just fine while displaying the setup menu, but every time I try to play a DVD, the screen goes black (the sound works fine). My workaround was to hook up the component outputs instead--the video looks quite good this way, but may have been slightly better using HDMI.
Remote is difficult to read.......2007-12-17
I was able to connect the DVD player quite easily and it works well. However, the remote control is very difficult to read and use. The buttons are very small and they are all the same color. It is not something you can use in a dim light. I feel it could have easily been made more consumer friendly.
SAMSUNG DVD/VHS Combo - Nice Gear.......2007-12-14
Purchased this Samsung unit after checking reviews as well as being impressed with our new Samsung LCD TV. Already have a Panasonic DVD/VHS (and two at my job in technical support); yes, also good units, but a little unwieldy (especially menuwise), so I decided to give Samsung a try. I haven't done lots of fancy things with the unit yet, but very impressed with recording and playing quality, good menus (like the TV), and easy to use. As an aside, in my job I have found DVDs/CDs burned on other units can ALWAYS be a problem (usually a disc/finalize/operator error, not the unit, ahem...) This Samsung seems fine with everything Ive played on it. One reviewer mentioned electrical smells, burning, etc? Had no problem there either. As advice, I'd say any unit that has vents, give it some breathing room top/bottom/back - makes it happier. I have the Samsung at the top of my stack of video gear for convenience anyway. No worries. About the tuner-less option: as the tuners on other units don't let you time record the higher number cable stations (HBO etc), I don't miss the tuner. Saves $$$ too. People here seem dismayed it has no tuner. Advertising clearly says it doesn't have a tuner. If you dont have a cable box or separate tuner dont buy this version! Again: this unit does not have a tuner! Nuff said. I highly recommend the Samsung DVD-VR357.
Product Description
The Toshiba DVR600 Multi-Drive DVD recorder is designed to provide the greatest flexibility in recording and playback by comboning a VHS VCR and a DVD recorder in one component suited for your home-theater system. ColorStream Pro Component Video outputs allow the highest quality video signal to be sent from the DVD player to a component video equipped progressive scan TV. Digital Cinema Progressive Scan with 3/2 Pulldown delivers the smoothest, most film-like images to any progressive scan television, such as an HD-compatible one and ensures maximum resolution. Use of HDMI connectivity provides for upconversion of standard DVD material for optimal play on 720p and 1080i HDTV screens. 720p/1080i Video Upconversion via HDMI - A HDTV or HD Monitor with an HDCP capable HDMI or DVI input is required for video upconversion. To upconvert to 720p, 1080i, or 1080p resolution, a 720p, 1080i, or 1080p capable HDTV or HD Monitor (as applicable) is required Recording Modes - 1 Hour (XP), 2 Hour (SP), 4 Hour (LP) & 6 Hour (SLP) Timer Recording - 12 Programs/1 Month Dolby Digital Recording (2-Channel) 3D (Virtual Surround Sound) - Q-Sound On-Screen Display Language - English, French & Spanish Scan FF/REW - 2x, 12x, 24x, 100x Slow Motion - 1/2x, 1/4x, 1/8x (FWD) Timer Back Up at Standby Mode - 30 Minutes Editing Features - Playlist, Rename/Replace Title, Thumbnail, Chapter Creation (User and Auto) HDMI Output, Front DV Input, Component Video Out, S-Video In/Out, Front A/V Input, Optical Digital Audio Output, RCA-Video In/Out, Analog Audio In/Out Dimensions - Width 16.93 x Height 3.60 x Depth 13.21 inches Weight - 11.02 pounds
Customer Reviews:
Didn't excpect a combo player to be this good.......2007-11-29
I have owned this player for 3-4 months. Awesome little player! I wanted a combo players because I wanted to transfer videos of my kids videos that we have had an various tape formats. Some of which we don't have the camera for anymore. I was able to rent/borrow VHS adaptors that let you play your old tapes in this machine and transfer them to DVD. this is my main dvd player for my home theater, it's quit impressive for a combo player!!
The good:
SD DVD upconverting is very good through the HDMI output. I didn't expect a combo unit to do this so well. I think the 720P looks better than the 1080i on this player. Just my opion.
Plays all of my back up DVD flawlessly.
If you connect composite cables to the players you can record tv programming.
It has a mini firewire plug in the front so you can connect you DV camcorder.
Luv the blue display
The bad:
Internal fan is a little noisy
Save your money.......2007-11-21
As other reviewers have noted, response is very slow, both when starting the unit, and when hitting any function button.
My biggest complaint is the 'time record' button. I believe this is the first recorder I've seen in probably 15 years which requires you to set a separate 'time record' function in order for the timer to work. Sadly, I've missed numerous programs when I either didn't set it, or when I turned it off to remove the DVD and then didn't re-set it. It's certainly my fault I don't hit the right button, but it's irritating that an additional step is necessary.
Another drawback is that if you record multiple programs, you have to watch them in reverse order (last to first) in order to clear up space on the disk. If you've only got time to watch a 30 minute program that's in the middle of your recordings, and want to record another one, you'll have to put the new program at the end, rather than in the space from the program you just watched.
I've also noticed the unit starts warning you about pending programs nearly 30 minutes before the programmed record time. It'd be one thing if it shut down playback 10 minutes early, but 30 minutes seems a bit excessive to me.
All in all, a very disappointing purchase. I'll be replacing it as soon as I can.
Had Problems.......2007-11-15
I cannot recommend this product. Although upconvert was nice, players remote did not work after set up. Response on panel buttons was sluggish.
Another Burn.......2007-11-12
I bought this product to convert my rather large collection of VHS tapes to DVD-R discs. With the Toshiba name and some good reviews, I thought I had made a smart purchase. I was wrong.
Sometimes, when dubbing, it continues to play the VHS tape but it stops recording without any on-screen notification! Sometimes I get the "Video input system changed" message that others have reported, but it usually happens that I watch 2-3 hours of tape only to find that the unit recorded a whopping 5-10 seconds.
If you want to dub your old tapes to disc, then your money will most likely be better spent on a product from a different manufacturer. Shame on you Toshiba!
Review purchase.......2007-09-28
Everything was fine as far as the prompt delivery, etc., but the product leaves something to be desired (Toshiba DVD Recorder/VCR Combo. D-VR600, However I am keeping it because I don't have the energy to return it.
Product Description
Audiovox became a pioneer in the wireless industry, selling its first vehicle-installed wireless telephones in 1984 as a natural expansion of its automotive aftermarket business. Its extensive distribution network and its long-standing industry relationships have allowed Audiovox to benefit from growing market opportunities in the wireless industry and to exploit niches in the consumer electronics business.PRODUCT FEATURES:Built-In Slot Load DVD/CD/MP3 Player;16:9 Aspect Ratio;Built-In Intercom Feature (Requires Optional Plug-In Intercom Module - 3 Maximum);Built-In NTSC TV Tuner/Cable Ready;Under Counter/Desktop/Countertop Flexibility (via Detachable Screen);Built-In AM/FM Radio;Built-In Hands-Free Speakerphone;Built-In Stereo Speakers;Dual A/V Input;Remote Control.
Amazon.com Product Description
The Audiovox VE920 9-inch LCD drop-down TV is the perfect addition to yo ur kitchen, enabling you to follow along with your favorite TV chefs. It include s an integrated, slot-loading DVD player and an AM/FM radio tuner, allowing you to keep things hot with your favorite tunes and radio programs. It also features an intercom function, which allows you to communicate with other family members throughout the house or monitor your children in another room. It's compatible with the Audiovox VE1031M interc om module.
In addition to DVD movie discs, the DVD player is compatible with your burned CD -R/RW discs and the MP3 digital audio format. It mounts under a cabinet to keep counter space clear, and the swivel screen makes it simple to get a great view f rom anywhere in the room. It has a 16:9 widescreen aspect ratio, built-in NTSC s tandard 181-channel TV tuner, front panel operation, integrated speakers, one RF signal and one AV input, and a wireless remote control. It offers the following video and audio connections:
- Composite AV In (RCA): 1
- RF In: 1
What's in the Box
Drop-down TV, remote control, batteries, mounting hardware, printed instructions
Customer Reviews:
Amazon warranty is awful; TV is moderate.......2007-10-02
I purchased the TV and the 3-year warranty. The TV worked fine for 18 months then started making terrible noises, the picture sporatically went black, etc... So, I called the warranty company - five times - to no avail. One problem after another. So I called Amazon's customer service department - and after holding for 20 minutes - still, no avail. They were having their "investigative team" look into it and would send me a confirmation email as such. Big surprise -- never got the email. Amazon is too big to know - or care - much about customer service. But on the bright side - when I hung up with them, they told me to have a nice day. Now, that's worth the $425.00 I paid for a broken TV - right?
Poor quality and dead in 12 months.......2007-04-04
This had poor sound quality, bad remote functions and died when 12 months and a few days old. Never again would I get an Audiovox product!
Stay away from this !!!.......2006-12-18
Screen went black in less than four months wanted me to pay to have it fixed, since they only offer a 90 day warranty.
don't buy.......2006-06-02
Within two weeks, on the first unit we bought, the volume went away on the tv and the telephone, then the picture went black, then it wouldn't play any cd's or dvd's. We sent it back, ordered and received another unit. We've had it for four weeks. By now, the dvd won't eject the dvd (one of my favorites), and the telephone doesn't answer anymore. The one star I gave it is only because I had to put something down. Something is seriously wrong with the product. For us, it's been a piece of junk.
Hope It Lasts.......2006-03-29
This unit is a great Idea for the kitchen. As for this manufacture I am not so sure. After having used it for about the first 25 days the picture went black. Amazon did an outstanding job with taking care of the situation. They sent me a new unit
and sent me a postage paid label to return the damaged unit. if I purchased the unit locally I think I would have just taken it back and got my money back. I thought Audiovox was a good brand.
I hope the replacement lasts for at least a couple of years. Amazon, Great Job. Thanks for making me happy.
Product Description
The DMR-EZ37 DVD recorder features Accutune high-precision analog/digital tuners for recording and viewing digital broadcasts without a set top box. The DMR-EZ37 also offers Panasonic's proprietary VIERA Link functions for linked operation of other AV devices, and these functions are now even more convenient. It is now possible to control an optional DIGA recorder, when connected to a Panasonic VIERA TV, using VIERA's remote control unit. This provides convenient control over frequently used functions by using only VIERA's remote. By pressing the VIERA Link button on the remote, a DIGA menu screen can be accessed directly from the VIERA Link menu screen, to make recording settings or play a DVD. By combining intelligent i/p Conversion and 1080p Up-Conversion technologies, DIGA's 1080p technology renders high-resolution 1080p images from DVD movies and TV broadcasts to compatible TVs. The Accutune high-precision analog/digital tuner achieves stable signal reception even under poor signal conditions, such as when signals are reflected by surrounding buildings. The Accutune Digital Tuner is a high-performance hybrid tuner capable of receiving both digital and analog broadcasts. It uses a signal processor to effectively control noise and distortion, and its proprietary matching circuits allow it to transform and separate digital broadcasts into the appropriate digital or analog signals. With the built-in Digital Tuner, this will also allow you to record one digital broadcast program while watching a second program. The Tape input signal is automatically detected and optimized using Digital Noise Reduction (DNR) to provide an easy way to even more beautiful digital recordings from VHS tapes. Super Multi-Format Recording & Playback Digital Broadcast Capable - Built-in ATSC Tuner Automatic Program Information Acquisition Long Time Recor
Customer Reviews:
Panasonic DMR-EZ37VS DVD Recorder/VHS.......2007-12-22
I recently purchased this product from Amazon.com and received it promptly via their free shipping option. It was very easy to set up and after spending about 1 hour reading the instructions, I was ready to try recording with it.
I instered a blank DVD + RW, and was prompted to format the disk which only took about 3 minutes. I then set several programs from my cable network to record. Upon returning home, I checked and all programs were recorded and when played back, were of very good quality. I used the 6 hour EP mode, as the directions indicated that using the 8 hour EP mode may result in poor sound quality.
The recordings were erased after viewing and new programming was set to record. It did just what it was programmed for, and these recordings were also very good.
I have tried the VCR recording mode also and have been quite happy with those recordings also.
Since I am not hooked for digital cable or over the air programming, I have only used the analog tuner for recording.
The only drawback is that it does NOT have an HDMI output, but neither does the TV I have it hooked to, so no big deal for me, but it may bother those who do have HDMI available on the TV.
A GOOD VALUE FOR THE MONEY.
Better than most.......2007-12-18
Excellent device with amazing clarity. The only fault is the manual is short on detail in some areas while overly detailed on others.
Best I ever had........2007-12-18
I decided to purchase this item because of the reviews it received. I have not been disappointed. I have been working my way through all the functions that pertain to what I wanted it for. I was tired of the cheaper ones I have been using the last seven or eight years that have to be replaced just after the warranty expires. This model does everything that it's suppost too. The manuel is large and easy to read. I am not a electronic whiz but by following the instructions letter for letter, I was able to do taping,(VHS) DVD and the tranfer both directions with no trouble. Some of the other stuff it can do is not my bag so can't comment on those. I will say that I don't think I could have made a better choice for my purpose at any price and it's very well made and looks great.With the VHS & DVD in the same unit, I can save my DVD recorder,or record at the same time.
does the job beautifully.......2007-11-22
This machine is designed to do exactly what I needed it to do - transfer my collection of VHS tapes to DVD. I have one of their prior models, from about four years ago, which is also terrific. They've made alot of improvements to this new model. For one thing, you can search at 200X speed, as opposed to the old 100X. And all the commands are very sensible and intuitive.
There are only two things that prevent me from giving it the full five stars: one is, it's fairly noisy. And the other is (and this may sound silly), on the old machine, the Power button was on top and the Eject button was below it - they've reversed them on this new model. So, sheer force of habit, I keep turning the machine off when I simply want to eject a tape. Of course, if you're not used to another version, it shouldn't make any difference to you.
All in all, a very well designed and executed product. If you need to transfer tapes to DVD, this is the one for you.
The best of Three.......2007-08-21
This is my third DVD recorder, but my first Panasonic brand. As of this review the Panasonic performance far exceeds the previous two brands I owned. The momenclature is quite different from the previous two brands, which will prompt calls to Panasonic Tech Services for help. The manual requires alot of study, but the results are well worth the effort. The manuals page, and font size are larger than most manuals which is greatly appreciated
when you get over 80. The tech writers should have taken more time with the progression of the product features, example: the remote control which to me is as important as the recorder itself is shown on page 60 of a 86 page manual. I copied the page and rubber cemented to the inside cover of the manual. Panasonics parts, and labor is 1 year most manufactures labor is only 90 days. So far I'm very pleased with the EZ37V
RFS in Tucson
Product Description
Panasonic DMR-EZ37K DVD Recorder & Player with VHS VCR Combo offers opportunities to upgrade your VHS videotape recording collection onto DVDs. You can choose to continue recording TV broadcasts to the VCR or onto DVDs. Accutune Digital Tuner is a high performance hybrid tuner capable of receiving both ATSC digital and NTSC analog broadcasts. The DVD recorder can record to and play back just about any DVD DVD-R/-RW/-RAM/+R/+RW discs, as well as DVD-Video, DVD-R (dual layer), DVD+R (dual layer), CD, CD-DA and CD-R/RW (including MP3 files). Digital Broadcast Capable - Built-in ATSC Tuner Automatic Program Information Acquisition Long Time Recording with High Picture Quality Real-Time Variable Bit Rate Control DV Auto Recording Auto DVD Disc Finalizing Direct Navigator for Quick, Easy Search 1 Second Quick Start for Recording DVD Recorder and Player are not HDTV capable. There is no HDMI connector to permit upconversion for 1080p play
Customer Reviews:
Great VHS to DVD Copier.......2007-12-22
This machine has run 24-hrs a day copying VHS tapes since I purchased it for the office. It has performed marvelously.
Good Recorder.......2007-12-11
I bought the recorder because it had the digital tuner. A lot of these recorders do not come with tuners.
Pros
Easy to use
Can use most types of DVD media
Does not look or feel cheap
Tunes over the air HD channels
Does the job
Cons
Slow to channel surf (You can press the channel up several times before it moves up.)
It can get confused when switching from DVD to VHS to fast (It once locked up so the only thing I could do was unplug it)
The status information sometimes randomly displays while watching DVD's
(No big deal but you already know that you have a DVD in the drive and that it is playing, why tell me when I did not ask)
Great machine.......2007-09-08
I bought this to copy my old VHS tapes to DVD. Right out of the box I did thirty in a row without a hitch. Easy to use when you get the hang of it and perfect for my purpose. I also use it as a recorder for taping from TV and timer et al works just fine. I am happy with it.
Lacks 2 good features.......2007-05-26
This is the 2nd Combo DVD/VHS recorder I own, and it lacks 2 good features of my 1st unit: (1) when copying from VHS to DVD (or visa versa) you cannot skip over commercials so they are also copied. (2) you cannot determine the length of copied movie.
too many flaws and limitations.......2007-04-29
Since the arrival of DVD recorders with ATSC tuners, I have tried three of them. I wanted to like this one, but it has too many flaws and limitations.
Pros:
Good picture
Good build quality
Good fast tuner -
It receives all my stations, including one which causes trouble for some tuners.
FR record mode -
It is nice to be able to get maximum quality for 1.5 or 2.5 hour movies, without wasting space by using the next longer standard mode.
Cons:
Auto clock setting never worked; I had to set it manually. Auto clock worked on the other two ATSC recorders and even on my old analog recorder. So, it isn't my local broadcast situation.
The first timer recording I attempted didn't work - still don't know why. When I came home, the unit was on, with "stop" displayed and no error code or further explanation. The event was gone from the schedule. My second attempt worked.
[Edit: From other users I now think I know the problem. If you lose signal for a few seconds during the recording, it stops. Thanks.]
Crippled RW -
Forget trying to use all the functions you expect from RW. There is no real VR mode. To do any editing or chapter work, you need to use RAM discs. I like my recorders a little more versatile and compatible than that.
Clunky dubbing -
-You find the start point, then stop the tape, then start dubbing. Other machines let you start dubbing from a paused tape - far more accurate. Dubbing from stop gives you about a +/- 2 second error as to where your recording will actually begin.
-Once your tape is cued and stopped, you now have two choices to actually begin dubbing. Either start dubbing by holding a dubbing button on the machine itself for several seconds and then switching to the remote to make a couple more selections, or, to use only the remote, you dive into the main menu and get to the dubbing section to make those choices - needlessly complicated and lame.
No FR mode for dubbing -
It would be nice to have this option when dubbing tapes. Those 2 hour 10 minute movies could look a lot better. Granted, most machines don't have this feature at all, but to have it for OTA, input, and timer recording and not for dubbing is very disappointing.
Average customer rating:
- DVR/VHS combo saves old tapes in newer format
- Totally frustrating
- Great machine!
- Clunky user interface, DVD drive failed after 4 months and 12 discs
- NEVER WILL I PURCHASE ANOTHER PANASONIC PLAYER!
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Product Features:
- Combo DVD recorder/VHS player recorder with HDMI up-converting output; measures 16.9 x 3.3 x 13.9 inches (WxHxD)
- Easy one-touch dubbing of DVD to VCR and VCR to DVD (non-copy protected sources)
- Records onto DVD-R/RW, DVD+R/RW, and DVD-RAM; plays back dual-layer DVD-R/+R and CD-R/RW
- Connections: composite (2 in, 1 out), S-Video (2 in, 1 out), component (1 out), HDMI (1 out), RF (1 in, 1 out), Firewire (1 in), SD card slot
- Optical digital audio out for Dolby Digital and DTS surround sound
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Product Description
The Panasonic DMR-ES45 gives you the ability to enjoy older and newer media formats without taking up precious space in your home entertainment setup. You've probably got plenty of great stuff on VHS tapes, from your favorite films to home recordings. Instead of taking up room with a VCR and a DVD player, you need a single unit that plays both. That's where the DMR-ES45 comes in. Taking what worked well in previous models and improving them, it also includes new features that make everyday DVD recording simpler than ever. The HDAVI-Control allows you to control multiple components without the mess of wires and remotes that you'd normally face. While enjoying your favorite VHS movies and recording to tape, you can also record & play back DVD-Audio & Video, CD audio, CD-DA and MP3/JPEG discs. You can even load up an SD card and preview your digital photos and video on a larger screen. The simple HDMI connection lets you manage your home theater connections without facing a jumble of wires. The DMR-ES15K offers you the easy operation and versatility you need to complete your home entertainment center. VCR Refresh Dubbing with advanced DNR DV Auto recording and playlist creation Transfers content from a DV camcorder or SD card in just one step Simultaneous playback and recording (for DVD) Chasing playback tool allows you to watch the start of a program while you're still recording it (for DVD) Uses single-layer DVD-R and DVD-RAM (recording up to 4.7 GB) Auto DVD-R Finalizing Records using MEPG-2 compression, for up to 8 hours of video on one disc VBR recording for optimized bitrate depending on type & length of recording Time base corrector for stable, natural images Front A/V input Built-in SD card slot HDMI Inputs - 2 S-Video, 2 Component, 2 SCART, 2 line in 1 line out, 1 Optical, 1 Component, 1 S-Video, 1 Composite Recording formats - DVD-RAM, DVD-R/RW, DVD+R/RW Dolby
Amazon.com Product Description
The Panasonic DMR-ES45VS brings together a VCR and multi-format DVD recorder, enabling you to continue to enjoy your VHS video tape library as well as record TV programming and home videos directly to DVD disc. It includes easy-to-use front panel controls as well as an S-Video/composite AV input for connecting gaming consoles and video camcorders. This unit provides easy, one-touch copying of non-copy protected DVD disc material to VHS tape, and vice versa--great for archiving your old home videos. It also offers a FireWire port (also known as IEEE1394 or i.Link) for direct connection to a digital video camcorder, enabling you to download footage directly to disc. You can also view individual images and photo slideshows using the integrated Secure Digital (SD) memory card slot (compatible with JPEG and TIFF file formats).
This unit also includes an HDMI digital audio/video output, which can "up-convert" standard DVD movie discs to near HD resolution. Where standard DVD players (even progressive scan models) provide just 480 lines of resolution, the DMR-ES25S up-converts the picture up to 720p and 1080i high-def video formats--taking full advantage of your HD television's sparkling resolution. (Note that your TV must have an HDMI connection; HDMI cable not included.)
Choose from a full spectrum of recordable DVD media--write-once DVD+R and DVD-R discs or rewritable DVD-RW/+RW and DVD-RAM discs. (For temporary storage, such as your favorite weekly shows, DVD-RAM discs are a great choice as they can be rewritten more times than DVD-RW/+RW discs.) In addition to standard DVD movie and CD audio discs and its compatible recordable formats, the DMR-ES25S can play back CD-R/RW, dual layer DVD-R/+R, and VCD disc formats as well as JPEG, and MP3 digital formats.
Panasonic's Time Slip function consists of two features designed to give you added flexibility and control when making DVD recordings: Chasing Playback and Simultaneous Record & Play. With Chasing Playback, you don't have to wait for an entire program to be recorded before watching it from beginning to end. This feature allows you to watch a program that's currently being recorded from any point that's already been recorded--while continuing to record the live program in progress. Simultaneous Record & Play allows you to record a program onto a disc while simultaneously watching any other program that's previously been recorded on the same disc.
You can set your recorder to one of five different recording speeds, each varying in recording quality and length. EP mode yields the most recording time, LP & SP modes provide less recording time with higher quality recording, and XP mode gives you the highest quality recording. There's also the FR (Flexible Recording) mode that lets you record with the best picture quality possible for the recording time and remaining space on the disc.
The Direct Navigator feature makes it easy to find a previously recorded program on a disc. A list of recording dates, times, channels and (user-entered) titles are shown on screen. With the Playlist Playback function, you can perform simple non-linear video editing using, such as rearranging the order of scenes, skipping over unwanted scenes, or copying selections
Jump directly to any spot on a disc and begin playback or recording right away with the Rapid Random Access function when using DVD-RAM discs. Even if there is no sequential area of empty space available, this DVD recorder can record data on available space throughout the rest of the disc. You will also avoid searching for a blank spot to start recording, or accidentally recording over desired material.
Enjoy a great picture on you flat screen LCD or plasma HDTV using the component video output, and immersive surround sound via the optical digital audio output for Dolby Digital and DTS home theater effects. The full lineup of video and audio connections includes:
- RF input: 1
- RF output: 1 (for VCR)
- Composite video/audio input: 2 (1 front)
- Composite video/audio output: 1
- S-Video input: 2 (1 front)
- S-Video output: 1
- Component video output: 1
- HDMI audio/video output: 1
- Digital audio output: 1 optical
Tech Talk
HDMI is a lossless, uncompressed, all-digital audio/video interface to link any audio/video source (such as a set-top box, DVD player, or AV receiver) with your TV--all over a single cable. It provides up to a 5 GB per second bandwidth for transmitting pure digital video and audio signals with no degradation in the transfer. It can carry up to eight discrete audio channels, making it compatible with 7.1-channel surround sound systems. Signals are encrypted with HDCP (High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection) to prevent recording. HDMI is fully backward-compatible with most DVI connections .
Component video (also called Y/Pb/Pr) features a three-jack video input, which provides separate connections for luminance (Y), blue color difference (PB) and red color difference (PR). This results in increased bandwidth for color information, resulting in a more accurate picture with clearer color reproduction and less bleeding than you would get with S-Video or composite (RCA yellow video plug) connections. You will need a separate RCA left/right audio cable for sound.
High Definition Formats: The most common high-def (HD) video format is 720p, which displays video at 720 vertical by 1280 horizontal pixels. The "p" denotes that it is progressive scan, meaning that all video lines are filled at the same time. The 1080i format displays video at 1080 vertical by 1920 horizontal pixels, and the "i" means that it is interlaced (the old-school way of presenting video where the screen scans the odd-numbered video lines first, then the even-numbered lines). The 1080p format has the same pixel resolution as 1080i, but it is a progressive scan format and thus has a constant vertical resolution of 1080 lines.
What's in the Box
DVD recorder/VCR, remote control (with batteries), AV cable, RF cable, power cord, one DVD-RAM disc, printed operating instructions
Customer Reviews:
DVR/VHS combo saves old tapes in newer format.......2007-12-21
This combo works pretty much as advertised to copy VHS tapes onto DVD's of various formats. It isn't completely intuitive to operate, so, horror of horrors, you actually need to read the directions to operate it. The directions assume a level of competence I don't possess, so I'm still trying to figure out how to split titles and edit, but that will come with some experiementing.
Totally frustrating.......2007-12-19
If you want to use this to record or play VHS tapes, DON'T!! Read all the other reviews about the problems people have when tapes get jammed. Panasonic should be ashamed.
Great machine!.......2007-11-25
I purchased this item a year ago and have been very pleased with its preformance. I have not had a bit of trouble with the machine for over a year now and I use it to record every day. I generally record on DVDs but occasionally use the VHS, especiallly when I am away from home. It gives me 12 hours of recording time when I am away using both. I record weekly programs on DVD-RAM for viewing within the week, then erase the title. This is an easy process, which I like. Setting up the recording schedule is fast. You also have the option of editing the schedule or putting a scheduled recording on standby, therefore not having to delete the scheduled program and start over. A really good feature for me.
I have been transfering all my VHS recorded movies, etc. to DVD-R discs and that too is an easy process. I like the option of 1 touch recording or setting up a recording for a specified period of time.
The only problem I have found is that when copying from VHS to DVD or vice versa, you cannot view the television separately, (at least I have not found it so but then, I haven't tried to break the connection while copying either - I will experiment soon). And the instruction book is a bit difficult to navigate, but once you figure it out, it becomes easier. The instructions are easy to understand and well diagramed.
Altho' I am not a "techie", I am able to read and operate the machine competently and am very happy with my purchase. Would recommend this product to both experienced and novice operators.
Clunky user interface, DVD drive failed after 4 months and 12 discs.......2007-11-23
It would be easy enough to forgive Panasonic for the poorly thought out and implemented user interface if the unit had continued functioning for years and years, like my other Panasonic devices. I have an 11 year old TV, a 7 year old DVD player and among my audio gear, a 20 year old CD player and a 25 year old boombox. Over the years I've had very good luck with my Panasonic and Technics electronics.
Until now. I had this unit 4 months. I used it to convert 3 short VHS tapes to DVD, and had just started recording the evening news to DVD-RAM.
I have young children and never can catch the news when it's on. And I do not yet have a TiVo. In total I had made 12 recordings when the DVD drive died. In the middle of recording it ejected the disc and indicated that it needed to reboot. I rebooted it, and then again and eventually unplugged it. After 24 hrs I powered it up again but it would no longer read any disc.
Luckily it was still under warranty and went back to Panasonic for repair.
I realize that most of the DVD drive assemblies made today are of poor quality but I had much high expectations for Panasonic. For half the price of this unit I could have purchased an El Cheapo unit and wouldn't have been surprised or disappointed if it would have failed in the first year.
I realize that Panasonic has a replacement for this unit which now has an ATSC tuner, which would be great to have. If I ever get this unit back from Panasonic I will probably sell it on Amazon Marketplace as a refurbished unit (because it will be) and get a newer OPPO with an ATSC tuner.
NEVER WILL I PURCHASE ANOTHER PANASONIC PLAYER!.......2007-08-07
Everything about this unit sounded wonderful, all the highlighted features, but it all faded away really quick as soon as I powered the unit on and tried to do something as simple as playing a VHS tape. It would not accept the VHS movies. You maybe thinking the VHS movies are too old and won't play. Unwrapped a brand new VHS tape put it in waited a couple of seconds spitted right back out. I tried the same tapes in my old stand alone VCR they all played fine. Menus are a little more complicated then most units. With this experience... I would probably never purchase another Panasonic player again, which is too bad because they use to make good electronic equipment!
Product Description
The Panasonic DMR-ES35 gives you the ability to enjoy older and newer media formats without taking up precious space in your home entertainment setup. You've probably got plenty of great stuff on VHS tapes, from your favorite films to home recordings. Instead of taking up room with a VCR and a DVD player, you need a single unit that plays both. That's where the DMR-ES35 comes in. Taking what worked well in previous models and improving them, it also includes new features that make everyday DVD recording simpler than ever. The HDAVI-Control allows you to control multiple components without the mess of wires and remotes that you'd normally face. While enjoying your favorite VHS movies and recording to tape, you can also record & play back DVD-Audio & Video, CD audio, CD-DA and MP3/JPEG discs. With its easy operation and versatility, the DMR-ES15K offers you the DVD player and recorder you need to complete your home entertainment center. VCR Refresh Dubbing with advanced DNR DV Auto recording and playlist creation Simultaneous playback and recording (for DVD) Chasing playback tool allows you to watch the start of a program while you're still recording it (for DVD) Uses single-layer DVD-R and DVD-RAM (recording up to 4.7 GB) Auto DVD-R Finalizing Records using MEPG-2 compression, for up to 8 hours of video on one disc VBR recording for optimized bitrate depending on type & length of recording Time base corrector for stable, natural images Front A/V input Inputs - 2 S-Video, 2 Component, 2 SCART, 2 line in Outputs - 1 line out, 1 Optical, 1 Component, 1 S-Video, 1 Composite Recording formats - DVD-RAM, DVD-R/RW, DVD+R/RW Dolby Digital 2-channel audio recording
Amazon.com Product Description
The Panasonic DMR-ES35VS brings together a VCR and multi-format DVD recorder, enabling you to continue to enjoy your VHS video tape library as well as record TV programming and home videos directly to DVD disc. It includes easy-to-use front panel controls as well as an S-Video/composite AV input for connecting gaming consoles and video camcorders. This unit provides easy, one-touch copying of non-copy protected DVD disc material to VHS tape, and vice versa--great for archiving your old home videos. It also offers a FireWire port (also known as IEEE1394 or i.Link) for direct connection to a digital video camcorder, enabling you to download footage directly to disc.
Choose from a full spectrum of recordable DVD media--write-once DVD+R and DVD-R discs or rewritable DVD-RW/+RW and DVD-RAM discs. (For temporary storage, such as your favorite weekly shows, DVD-RAM discs are a great choice as they can be rewritten more times than DVD-RW/+RW discs.) In addition to standard DVD movie and CD audio discs and its compatible recordable formats, the DMR-ES25S can play back CD-R/RW, dual layer DVD-R/+R, and VCD disc formats as well as JPEG, and MP3 digital formats.
Panasonic's Time Slip function consists of two features designed to give you added flexibility and control when making DVD recordings: Chasing Playback and Simultaneous Record & Play. With Chasing Playback, you don't have to wait for an entire program to be recorded before watching it from beginning to end. This feature allows you to watch a program that's currently being recorded from any point that's already been recorded--while continuing to record the live program in progress. Simultaneous Record & Play allows you to record a program onto a disc while simultaneously watching any other program that's previously been recorded on the same disc.
You can set your recorder to one of five different recording speeds, each varying in recording quality and length. EP mode yields the most recording time, LP & SP modes provide less recording time with higher quality recording, and XP mode gives you the highest quality recording. There's also the FR (Flexible Recording) mode that lets you record with the best picture quality possible for the recording time and remaining space on the disc.
The Direct Navigator feature makes it easy to find a previously recorded program on a disc. A list of recording dates, times, channels and (user-entered) titles are shown on screen. With the Playlist Playback function, you can perform simple non-linear video editing using, such as rearranging the order of scenes, skipping over unwanted scenes, or copying selections
Jump directly to any spot on a disc and begin playback or recording right away with the Rapid Random Access function when using DVD-RAM discs. Even if there is no sequential area of empty space available, this DVD recorder can record data on available space throughout the rest of the disc. You will also avoid searching for a blank spot to start recording, or accidentally recording over desired material.
Enjoy a great picture on you flat screen LCD or plasma HDTV using the component video output, and immersive surround sound via the optical digital audio output for Dolby Digital and DTS home theater effects. The full lineup of video and audio connections includes:
- RF input: 1
- RF output: 1 (for VCR)
- Composite video/audio input: 2 (1 front)
- Composite video/audio output: 1
- S-Video input: 2 (1 front)
- S-Video output: 1
- Component video output: 1
- Digital audio output: 1 optical
Tech Talk
Component video (also called Y/Pb/Pr) features a three-jack video input, which provides separate connections for luminance (Y), blue color difference (PB) and red color difference (PR). This results in increased bandwidth for color information, resulting in a more accurate picture with clearer color reproduction and less bleeding than you would get with S-Video or composite (RCA yellow video plug) connections. You will need a separate RCA left/right audio cable for sound.
What's in the Box
DVD recorder/VCR, remote control (with batteries), AV cable, RF cable, power cord, one DVD-RAM disc, printed operating instructions
Customer Reviews:
Panasonic Burner/player.......2007-11-29
Very well satisfied with this Panasonic Combo Dvd Player & burner. Simple to transfer VHS to DVD-- Easy one button recording fron video-- Excellent manual.
Panasonic DVD Recorders lives up to good reviews.......2007-10-14
Hi,
I read good reviews about the Panasonic DMR-ES35VS DVD Recorder VCR combo, and they turned out to be true. It works great and it was fairly simple to learn how to use it. It is easy to use once you've read the documentation and done it just a couple of times.
The best part for me is being free of VHS
Reliable High Quality - EZ convenient features for recording DVDs.......2007-09-08
This review is pertinent if, like me, you primarily want a DVD recorder to record stuff from a DVR unit or occasional rare VHS. I don't use or need many of the functions alluded to by other reviewers here, so if you're looking for advanced functions, skip to the other reviews.
I had previously owned a few Medion units, purchased together for the cheap price. They were flaky, and I ended up paying for my mistake with wasted disks and countless hours of wasted recording time. The disks that did succeed varied in playability on other machines.
Finally I gave up and after careful consumer research purchased a Panasonic DMR-ES35V. Although I read some reviews complaining that it was not very user friendly, for my purposes I have found it be extremely straightforward and logical. Very easy to use.
Unlike the Medions which only recorded on DVD+Rs (definitely not good; they are apparently much less compatible with other units) the Panasonic records on a multitude of media types, including both DVD+ and DVD- technology.
With +R disks there is a manual initialization required, but pop in a DVD-R and you are good to go almost instantly. One push of the big red record button and the unit starts recording in half-a-second. The pause function stops and starts the recording on a dime.
Finally, when all the recording is over, you only need to push the eject button to take you right to the finalization process. The display changes to a finalization message, prompting confirmation that you really want to finalize the disk. At which point you press the record button again, and the finalization process begins. Basically, you complete the entire process by pushing two big, easy to see buttons on the unit, and you're done.
In contrast, the Medions made you maneuver through a labyrinth of onscreen menus, and just starting the finalization process took minutes instead of the few seconds required by the Panasonic.
It is also a much more trustworthy unit. So far, I haven't had a single disk go bad in the recording process, or fail to finalize so it can be played on other systems.
This is my first Panasonic product and I am hooked. Since buying it I have added a new Panasonic phone to my home, and am just as impressed with it. As long as they keep up this quality in other products I buy, I will remain brand loyal for life.
very disappointing!!! :-(.......2007-09-01
We brought this item because we wanted a dvd recorder/vcr combo to record from the vcr to dvd. And it is the worst. it freezes up all the time. wheather your trying to watch something you've recorder or a regular rental movie. Or it will take the movie and when you are finish it won't open to get the movie out. when you record something sometimes it plays on other dvd players and sometimes it doesn't. You never know what will play on other DVD player. it's so poorly made. it's not even worth it. it's better to pay a few extra bulks and get something that's actually works.
Would not Recommend this product.......2007-08-14
I would not recommend this product to anyone. It does not create DVDs that are compatible with any other machine unless finalized. And it has an extremely high error rate which most likely will prevent you from finalizing your disks, making them good only for playback on the existing machine (half the time). The other half of the time, the error erases everything on the disk. So if you are taping your favorite weekly shows on the same DVD, by the time you get to the last recording, it can give you a U88 which will either wipe out everything you recorded on the disk up to that point or make it so it cannot be finalized and cannot be played back on any other machine.
I am sure there are better DVD units out there and I hope I get one the second time around. This one was not worth the money I paid for it.
Product Description
DVD?R/RW recording DVD, DVD?R/RW, audio CD, CD-R/RW, JPEG and MP3 playback Title, scene and playlist creation, editing and deletion 5-speeds for up to 8-hours recordingComponent, S-Video, and coaxial outputs 12 13/16" W x 2 5/16" H x 10 11/16" DIncludes remote control
Cables To Go - 40315 - 2M (6.5ft) Velocity HDMI Digital Video Cable (Blue)
TDK 9.7GB DVD-RAM Rewritable Disc
4.7GB Rewritable DVD-RAM Disc for Video, 3 Pack
3-Year Extended Service Plan - Covers Electronic Items $201-$500 - Repair
Gold-plated HDmi (f) To Dvi-d
Monster Cable I300MKII-4M Interlink Cable 4 Meter
Monster Cable MP AV600 Power Protector
Monster Cable MV2CV-1M Monster Video 2 Component Video Cable (1 Meter)
