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Toshiba DVR670 DVD Recorder

$190.00 to $250.00



With 1080p HD video upconversion, built-in ATSC, NTSC, QAM TV tuners and superb digital audio sound, the Toshiba DVR670 DVD/VCR Recorder Combo offers the ability to record your favorite TV shows directly from your cable box, satellite receiver, or even over-the-air channels. It records onto DVD-R/W and DVD+R/W discs with a choice of 5 different recording modes. Your current DVD library will look and sound better than ever before, because this unit is a progressive-scan player capable of upconverting your DVDs to 720p, 1080i, and 1080p through the HDMI output. With its coaxial digital audio output and 192KHz/24-bit audio D/A conversion; enjoy the awesome power of Dolby Digital audio for a wider, more enveloping surround sound experience. In addition, plug in your digital camcorder to the front-panel DV input and make high quality DVDs of your memories quickly and easily.Minimize

Manufacturer:Toshiba Product MPNKey FeaturesVideoAudioConnectionsConvenienceRecorderDimensionsMiscellaneous
MPNDVR670
DVD Type   DVD Recorder / VCR Combo
Progressive Scan   With Progressive Scan
Video Upconversion   720p (HDTV) • 1080i (HDTV) • 1080p (HDTV)
Playable Disk TypesDVD Video • VCD • SVCD • DVD-R • DVD-RW • DVD+R • DVD+RW • CD (Audio) • CD-R • CD-RW • Picture CD
Playable File FormatsMP3 • WMA • JPEG
Video Output SystemNTSC
Video DAC   10 bit / 54 MHz
Video Noise Reduction3D Y/C Separation
Surround Sound   Built-In Dolby Digital Decoder
Audio DAC   24 bit / 192 kHz
InputsComposite x 2 • S-Video x 1 • Analog Audio x 1
OutputsS-Video x 1, Component x 1, HDMI x 1, Analog Audio x 1, Digital Audio Coaxial x 1
Front PanelAudio Input • iLINK DV Input
Remote Control   Standard
OSDYes: English, French, Spanish
Parental Control   Yes
Record and Play FetauresOne Touch Recording
Recordable MediaVR Supported
Recording SpeedsSP • SLP
VCR Video heads4
Depth10.55 in.
Height3.92 in.
Width17.13 in.
Weight9.46 lb.
UPC022265002117


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Toshiba DR420 DVD Recorder

$95.00 to $160.00



The DR420 is an excellent solution for archiving your favorite home movies to DVD. That's not all; the DR420 also enhances your DVD collection with 1080p upconversion to near HD picture quality via HDMI™.

Manufacturer:Toshiba Product MPNKey FeaturesVideoAudioConnectionsMiscellaneous
MPNDR420
DVD Type   DVD Recorder
Progressive Scan   With Progressive Scan
Video Upconversion   720p (HDTV) • 1080i (HDTV) • 1080p (HDTV)
Playable Disk TypesDVD Video • VCD • SVCD • DVD-R • DVD-RW • DVD+R • DVD+RW • CD (Audio) • CD-R • CD-RW • Picture CD
Playable File FormatsMP3 • WMA • JPEG
Video Output SystemNTSC
Surround Sound   Virtual Surround • Dolby Digital (Digital out only)
Audio DAC   24 bit
InputsComposite x 1 • S-Video x 2 • Analog Audio x 1 • iLINK DV Input
OutputsComposite x 1, S-Video x 1, Component x 1, HDMI x 1, Analog Audio x 1, Digital Audio Coaxial x 1
Front PanelS-Video Input • Audio Input • iLINK DV Input
UPC022265002216


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JVC HR-XVC11B

$77.00 to $117.00



The JVC HR-XVC11B DVD/VCR Combo Player is a quality DVD player and VCR recorder combo that offer great features at an affordable price. It features progressive scan, multi-format DVD playback capabilities (DVD-Video, DVD-R/W, DVD+R/W), 4-Head VHS recorder with SQPB (S-VHS Quasi Playback), and Timer-Link recording capability. If your television or home theater projector is equipped with a component video input, you can take full advantage of the unit's component video output to enjoy images that look as good as they did on the big screen.Minimize

Manufacturer:JVC Product MPNKey FeaturesVideoAudioConnectionsConvenienceRecorderDimensionsWarrantyMiscellaneous
MPNHR-XVC11B
DVD Type   DVD Player
Progressive Scan   With Progressive Scan
Playable Disk TypesDVD Video • DVD-R • DVD-RW • DVD+R • DVD+RW • CD (Audio) • CD-R • CD-RW
Playable File FormatsMP3 • JPEG
Number of Discs   1
Video Output SystemNTSC
Video DAC   14 bit / 108 MHz
Picture ControlZoom
Dynamic Range   95 dB (DVD)
Surround Sound   Dolby Digital (Digital out only) • DTS (Digital out only)
Dialog EnhancerYes
Audio S/N Ratio   90 dB
InputsAnalog Audio x 1
OutputsComposite x 1, Component x 1, Analog Audio x 1
Front PanelComposite Input
Remote Control   Standard
OSDYes
Record and Play FetauresOne Touch Recording • Manual Record
Recordable MediaVHS Cassette
Recording SpeedsSP • LP • SLP
DubbingDVD to VCR
Programmable TimerYes
VCR Video heads4
Depth10.2 in.
Height3.1 in.
Width16.9 in.
Weight8.8 lb.
Warranty90 Days
UPC046838034312


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LG RC897T DVD Recorder


Record to a variety of DVD formats and a whole lot more with the RC897T. It records to DVD-R/RW, DVD+R/RW, DVD+R Dual Layer and DVD-RAM discs. It also features a hi-fi VCR. You can dub from one to the other, while enjoying 1080p upconversion via the HDMI output to a compatible television. There's even a front DV input for easy camcorder hookup.Minimize


Coby DVD-224


Coby's DVD-224 is about the size of a hardcover book, so whether you're ferrying the player between the kitchen and the bedroom or hooking it up for periodic use by the kids, the DVD-224's small size permits enjoyment of DVD programs and music CDs in just about any room you want. While not portable in the traditional sense--the unit has no screen and requires AC power--the DVD-224 is much easier to move around, set-up, and use than a traditional component DVD player.Minimize


Coby DVD-209


The DVD-209 Compact Super Slim DVD Player is compatible with DVD, DVD+R/RW, CD, CD-R/RW storage media, as well as NTSC/PAL System. Packaged with its own AV cable for easy, intuitive setup. This tiny wonder still manages to come packed with features like Slow/Fast motion playback, zoom operation, parental lock controls, convenient on-screen display, even a fully functional remote control! Don't sit around a boring hotel room, vacation destination, or relative's house. Bring the Coby DVD-209 Compact Super Slim DVD Player and never be defeated by a rainy day again!Minimize


Samsung DVD-VR375 DVD Recorder


This versatile unit records both DVD discs and VHS tapes, delivering crisp pictures and high-quality sound. Transition those VHS family videos to DVD.