Editorial Review

Slim down your home theater cabinet with the Sony SLV-D370P DVD/VCR combo player, which features component video ouput for vividly colorful progressive scan video. It plays just about any video disc format out there, from DVD-Video to DVD-R, DVD-RW, DVD+R, and DVD+RW. The player also handles audio CD, VCD/SVCD, and CD-R/RW discs filled with MP3 music or JPEG image files. The front A/V inputs add convenience when you simply want to quickly view those newly recorded videos from your camcorder.Read more

Features

• Combo DVD/VCR unit with component video output for progressive DVD playback
• Playback support for DVD-Video, DVD-R/RW, DVD+R/RW, VCD, SVCD, CD-R/RW, JPEG CD, and MP3 CD
• VCR can record programming while DVD plays; 8-event recording
• Video connections: Composite A/V (2 in, 2 out), S-Video (1 out), component (1 out)
• Dolby Digital/DTS output via digital optical audio output

Reviews (12)

Disappointed
This product could be a lot better.
Be Warned:The Remote Requires Accurate Aiming
The remote control might drive you batty.You have to point it directly at whatever it's controlling in order for it to work.Besides the obvious, this means that unless you've memorized the buttons and can feel which is which, you must hold the remote level and then lean forward to read its labels and press its buttons.
Unreliable DVD Player
I purchased three Sonly SLV-D370P DVD/VCR Combos. Of the three, two have had to be returned within the first 30 days because of the DVD player. All seems well until the DVD player freezes. Then from that point on it refuses to load any DVD. It attempts to load for several minutes, then an error message appears on the screen stating that the disc cannot be read. Avoid this unit. ... Read more

Editorial Review

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). Read more

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

Reviews (3)

Works exactly as advertised.
Wow, I searched alot and read alot of reviews of unhappy owners of other equipment and I chose this one for converting edited home VHS to DVD. My reasoning was that panasonic has alot of experience in both VCR and DVD, their systems sometimes lack extras like zoom but they tend to last a long time and are well built. I liked the extra large fan and cabinet height as compared to the LG 299 and I did not feel LG had to much experience with vcr. I have not tried out all the features yet but right now I am very happy, also I recommend buying the extended replacement warranty on any equipment of this type, there are alot of horror stories out there. I have some gaps between my clips and I was worried the system might stop recording on these but no problem, thanks panasonic.

Potentially a very good machine, but mine arrived broken.
Pro's: Recording controls are intuitive; Quality of DVD recording is very good;Quality of VHS recording is very good.
NeedHD-upcoding and a VHS? This DVD recorder is the one !
This is the latest generation (in summer of '06 anyway) of the new DVD recorders / players that upcode to attain near HD quality.(You will need a HD TV for that).It also has a VCR/VHS built in. If you need all that, you can't do better for the price.If you don't expect to connect to an HD TV (now or in the next year) go for a simpler model (eg., a progressive player w/o upcoding or a product w/o the VCR).
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Editorial Review

Slim down your home theater cabinet with the Sony SLV-D570H DVD/VCR combo player, which features HDMI output for cleanest possible transfer of digital video and audio. It plays just about any video disc format out there, from DVD-Video to DVD-R, DVD-RW, DVD+R, and DVD+RW. The player also handles audio CD, VCD/SVCD, and CD-R/RW discs filled with MP3 music or JPEG image files. The front A/V inputs add convenience when you simply want to quickly view those newly recorded videos from your camcorder.Read more

Features

• Combo DVD/VCR unit with HDMI video output for lossless digital DVD playback
• Playback support for DVD-Video, DVD-R/RW, DVD+R/RW, VCD, SVCD, CD-R/RW, JPEG CD, and MP3 CD
• VCR can record programming while DVD plays; 8-event recording
• Video connections: Composite A/V (2 in, 2 out), S-Video (1 out), component (1 out)
• Dolby Digital/DTS output via digital optical audio output

Reviews (1)

Single Cable HDMI and other Incredible Features
This unit has a High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) that allows the user to interface with a video monitor or TV with an HDMI input. HDMI uses a single cable to transfer an uncompressed pure digital A/V signal. This unit also supports Component, Composite, S-Video and RF interfaces which makes it virtually compatible with any TV. This is incredible. It also plays standard DVDs, DVD-R, DVD-RW, DVD+R, and DVD+RW, Audio CDs, VCD/SVCD, CD-R/RW discs with MP3 music or JPEG picture files. The VCR side features time recording in SP or EP speeds. It also plays back tapes recorded in SP, LP and EP speeds and will also play back S-VHS tapes in quasi S-VHS mode. This unit utilizes four 19-micron video heads which optimize EP recording. It also has a very fast flash rewind. The DVD side does not have picture zoom but that is of little consequence because this player is designed for use with HD monitors. This is one of the best DVD-VHS Combination Units I have ever seen.
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Editorial Review

Get maximum enjoyment out of both your VHS and DVD movie libraries with the progressive scan Toshiba SD-V394 DVD/VCR Combo. The multi-format DVD player is compatible with a wide range of disc formats, including DVD movie, CD audio, DVD-R/RW, CD-R/RW, and VCD. You can play discs burned with MP3 and WMA digital audio files, and it's also DivX Home Theater Certified--meaning that it's compatible with video burned to disc using both the DivX video format. You can also view photo slideshows from Kodak Picture CDs with JPEG images.Read more

Features

• Progressive scan DVD/VCR combo; measures 17" x 3.5" x 9.8 inches (WxHxD)
• Compatibility with DVD movie, CD audio,CD-R/CD-RW, DVD-R/RW, and VCD discs; DivX, JPEG, MP3 and WMA files
• VCR with 8-event/1-year programming, commercial skip, auto clock
• Video connections: composite (1 in, 1 out), S-Video (1 out), component (1 out)
• DVD offer Dolby Digital/DTS decoding; coaxial digital audio output

Reviews (2)

Nice alternative
I couldn't afford the DSM-520 from DLink, and my family still used VHS (very retro). I saw this, and the DivX label caught my eye. So I bought it. Then I looked at the reviews, which were scant and negative. I decided to open the box and set it up so I could add a review for others.
If you plan to use this for more than 6 months, don't buy
I bought two of these units, exactly one week apart.I liked the first one so much, I bought a second one for the family room.6 months later, almost to the day, the DVD drive on the first unit stopped working (I had to take the thing apart to extract the trapped DVD).One week later, on the second unit, the VHS tray began seeing a tape even though none was loaded which meant I couldn't load a real tape.So, 6 months after buying two combo units, I now have one DVD player and one VCR. ... Read more

Editorial Review

For ultimate recording and playback quality and versatility, look no further than Panasonic's DMR-ES30VS combination DVD player/recorder and 4-head/hi-fi VCR. The space-saving combo device offers the flexibility of recording on both DVD-RAM--ideal for instant chapter access and for multiple rerecordings--as well as DVD-R, DVD+R, and rewritable DVD-RW for full flexibility in recording and sharing your favorite programs (you can tailor your choice of format to the playback capabilities of your friends and family).Read more

Features

• Usually Delivered within 24-72 hours

Reviews (20)

Pleasantly surprised
After hearing all the negative reviews here, I figured I should avoid this
not a quality product
I have not been happy with this product.It works sometimes, and sometimes it just freezes up.I have tounplug it to get it going again. Also, vhs tapes get stuck inside, and are difficult to get out.Also, after recording a dvd, you have to finalize it to be able to use it on other brands of dvds.Well, often it will just quit with an error condition in the middle of trying to finalize a dvd.When that happens, you probably just lost everything you had recorded.
Amazing!
This review from a not techno saavy purchaser: it took five minutes to connect this unit to a 25 year old TV! It works beautifully. I could not be happier! ... Read more

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Features

• One Touch Dubbing from VCR to DVD or reverse
• DVD+RW/+R, DVD-RW/-R, DVD+R DL Recording Compatible
• i.LINK Interface for DV & Digital 8 Camcorders
• Progressive Scan Technology Output for DVD at 480P
• Playback of CDs, MP3s, and JPEGs (CD/CD-R/CD-RW)

Reviews (1)

Good Machine, but watch the shipping
The VX530 is a neat machine and works great.It's easy to use and, so far, produces very good results.One-touch dubbing is as easy as it gets as long as nothing is copy protected.I can vouch for this one... it's a winner.
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Editorial Review

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.Read more

Features

• Combo DVD recorder/VHS player recorder; 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), RF (1 in, 1 out), Firewire (1 in)
• Optical digital audio out for Dolby Digital and DTS surround sound

Reviews (7)

Better than competition...
This combo unit has a good DVD player/recorder and a good quality VCR.It is only 2-head but the quality is good -- much better than Samsung's 4-head VCR.If you want to transfer VHS to DVD and want a combo unit to do this, then this is probably your best bet (or the 45VS if you want upconversion to HD).
Everything I wanted
I love this combo. I have had it for two months and it has worked wonderfully. Transfers are easily achieved. The DVD recorder also accepts all DVD recordable media including DVD-Ram. Playback quality is very nice. Scheduled recording is simple with an intuitive on-screen interface. The DVD player is a little loud during recording but I have gotten used to that. I have found this to be the best DVD/VCR recorder I could buy at this price range. Very satisfied.

Jittery still images
I bought this item in May.First exchanged it and then returned it.My problem was jittery (shaky) images while watching a still picture and some animated movies (like South Park).The other problem mentioned in the other reviews about remote control is fixed now.You need to download the patch by use of a computer.
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Features

• Records DVD±R/RW
• VHS HiFi DVD video, DVD±R/RW, CD, SVCD, VCD, CD-R/RW, JPEG and MP3 playback
• HDMI output with 720p and 1080i up-conversion
• One-touch dubbing system, and one-touch 7-second replay
• Progressive scan DVD and VHS player

Editorial Review

Sony's silver SLV-D360P DVD/VCR combination lets you enjoy your DVDs, VHS videos, and your CD-based digital media files right in the comfort of your living room or bedroom. The deck handles just about any conceivable media format, from VHS and S-VHS tapes (which it renders at standard VHS resolution) to DVD-Video, DVD-R/RW, and DVD+R/RW--including CPRM-protected programming (Content Protection for Recordable Media). It will even spin your homemade MP3 CDs and JPEG picture CDs (including Kodak Picture CD).Read more

Features

• Combination DVD Player and Hi-Fi VCR
• Progressive Output (480p)
• 4-head Hi-Fi stereo
• TV Virtual Surround
• 19 Micron Heads for optimized EP recording

Reviews (25)

Slow remote performance
My mother and I both bought this product and have both been less than satisfied (forunately mine got blown up by lightening today and I have a chance to replace it). The remote is very slow in responding to commands. Trying to watch a recorded television show and fast forward through commercials is frustrating. When you push the button to stop fast forward and resume the show, it takes the processor so long to follow through, you are well into the scene of the show. Try to re-wind to catch the first couple of sentences again and you're back into the commercial so far, you should have just watched that ad and not missed the show intro.
Don't waste your money....
Like others here I fell for the Sony name brand. What a mistake!! The DVD player freezes constantly and often gives "disk error" messages. I checked the same DVD's on other players I have and they worked fine in OTHER players. I will never buy a Sony product again unless its reviews are 100 per cent positive. I have a no name player from "Cyber Home" which we won in a contest. It performs flawlessly. SONY BUYERS BEWARE!!!

Pretty Good Player
We just purchased a new sony DVD/VCR Combo to replace our old Sonic Blue model which sereved us pretty well for for about five years. There was nothing wrong with it, but it lacked some of the more modern features sutch as starting from the same place when you stop. I was impressed by the size, it fit our small cabinet nicely. The remote works for our Sony TV too which was cool so we don't have to juggle remotes. as far as the VCR is concerned the play quality is very good, but when fast forwarding or rewinding the response time is very slow and I often go past whatever it is I'm aiming for. The DVD player is the sameway, excellent play quality but using the remote takes way too long. Also the door on the DVD player takes forever to open. I have NEVER noticed ANY damage of any kind to any of my tapes or DVDs so just for that factor I would probably get another one. ... Read more

Editorial Review

Time to replace your old VCR? Add DVD playback to the VHS mix with the JVC HRXVC17S DVD/VCR combo player and continue to enjoy your VHS library while also enjoying the high-quality video and improved audio of DVD discs. This unit also enables easy copying of your home videos saved to DVD disc to VHS tape (not compatible with dubbing copy-protected DVD content). It makes a great addition to your home theater set-up, thanks to its component video output, Dolby Digital/DTS processing from compatible DVD discs, and a coaxial digital audio output for 5.1-channel surround sound from your home theater receiver. This slim, space-saving unit comes in a silver cabinet, but it's also available in black (HRXVC17S). Read more

Features

• New Slim Design
• Playable Formats - VHS Hi-Fi, DVD-Video, DVD-RW/-R (Video Format), +RW/+R (Video Format), CD, SVCD, VCD, CD-R/RW, & JPEG Digital Still (CD-RW)
• SQPB (S-VHS Quasi Playback)
• VHS Hi-Fi Stereo with MTS Decoder
• Progressive Scan Output for high-resolution images

Editorial Review

Get maximum enjoyment out of both your VHS and DVD movie libraries with the progressive scan Toshiba D-VR5 DVD player/recorder with integrated full-featured VCR. It records onto DVD-R/RW as well as DVD-RAM discs, and it's also compatible with playing CD-R/RW and VCD discs. You can play discs burned with MP3 and WMA digital audio files, and it's also DivX Home Theater Certified--meaning that it's compatible with video burned to disc using both the DivX video format. You can also view photo slideshows from Kodak Picture CDs with JPEG images. The D-VR5 makes it easy to connect to brilliant imagery with its component and HDMI connections--the latter offering pure digital audio/video performance with no degradation of signal. Read more

Features

• Single-disc DVD player/recorder with VCR; measures 17 x 3.5 x 12.25 inches (WxHxD)
• Records onto DVD-R/RW and DVD-RAM; plays CD-R/RW, VCD, MP3, WMA, JPEG, and DivX
• VCR with 8-event/1-year programming, SP/EP recording auto clock
• Connections: composite (2 in, 1 out), S-Video (2 in, 1 out), component (1 out), RF (1 in, 1 out), HDMI (1 out)
• DVD offer Dolby Digital/DTS decoding; optical digital audio output

Features

• Progressive Scan Video Output
• Plays DVD Video, DVD-R/RW, CD-R/RW, Audio CD, WMA and MP3
• Still Frame, Slow Motion and Frame Advance
• Screen Saver and Auto Power Off

Reviews (1)

Great, reliable player...but.......
I've had this player for almost 5 years now, and it's been very good to me since I originally purchased it. It hasnt had any compatibility issues, and usually played without skipping.
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Editorial Review

Incorporating DVD instant replay and Sony's convenient Quickset dial for rapid programming, the silver SLV-D560P DVD/VCR combination is equally well equipped as an audio/video player and recorder. Now you can enjoy your DVDs, VHS videos, and your CD-based digital media files right in the comfort of your living room or bedroom.Read more

Features

• 4-Head Hi-Fi Stereo
• 19 Micron Heads for Optimized EP Recording
• Flash Rewind for rewinding a T-120 Tape in 60 seconds
• Quickset Timer Dial for easy timer recording
• Progressive Scan Output (480p)

Reviews (8)

for the love of god, don't buy it!
after 2 weeks, vhs tapes were being eaten, then refused to cough them up - and other maladies that i don't have time to go into.

I am on my third because they keep breaking
I was expecting a quality Sony product when I bought this.I have another sony DVD player that I have been using for about 3 years without any problems.This unit is another story.
Sony SLV D56O
I have 2 of these and am thinking about a third, but I really want to get a DVD recorder/VCR unit that has the one feature of this that I really love.And that is the "Dail Timer" on the front of the machine.We aren't really into technology so I don't really know if the video/dvd quality is any good, and I rarely use the DVD player, although I don't recall having any problems when I did, but I record ALOT of shows and the dial timer lets me set the unit to record without ever having to turn the TV and recorder on.It's really neat and I use it tons.The SONY DVD/VCR recorder unit doesn't have this feature which is why I may get another one of these.I put a splitter where my cable connection comes into a room and don't even have these units hooked up to a TV...although I do have to hook it up to a TV if I goof up the programming and need to use the screen to delete or change the recording info.The remote is pretty lousy but then I never really use that either...just the dial timer...and that works great. ... Read more

Editorial Review

Whether you're recording or playing back, GoVideo's VR2940 dual-format DVD recorder and VCR has convenience written all over it. The deck is capable of copying VHS tapes to DVD and DVDs to VHS at the touch of a button (except where prohibited by copy-protection technology). For camcorder owners, transferring home movies to DVD has never been easier. A front-panel IEEE 1394 DV input accepts feeds from digital camcorders for easy recording to DVD and for playback on your TV. You get 8-event, 1-month timer recording and you can choose whether to record to tape or disc for each program item.Read more

Features

• One touch copy DVD to VCR or VCR to DVD
• Record to DVD or VHS tape
• One-touch copy of VHS tape to DVD or DVD to VHS
• Camcorder input on front panel & record to DVD
• AutoPlay skips ads & menus, goes right to start of movie

Reviews (41)

Don't buy
I like many others have been robbed by GoVideo's VR2940. I don't want to rehash all of the other negative comments but this product is a waste of money that does not work.

HOW TO SOLVE YOUR PROBLEMS
First of all, none of the negative reviews here have mentioned anyone attempting to clean their DVD Drive with a DVD Head Cleaner.You should do this FIRST before calling something a piece of junk, and you should make it clear that you are not technicially incompetent, as some of you apparently are.For example, How could a DVD player "Lock me out of my TV" ???And did you bother to FINALIZE your DVDs before trying to play them on a different piece of hardware?
FIX for many GoVideo VR2940 issues
I have been told that this model has a problem with its auto clock that can cause the unit to lock up.Just go into the setup menu, buried deep in the third or fourth column of the menu, at the bottom you will find Auto Clock-turn it OFF, this will help product reliability tremendously.I have also been told ther is no fix for this, so be sure to set it off and leave it off! ... Read more

Editorial Review

The Samsung HT-Q100 DVD home-theater system delivers 300 watts of audio power through 2.1 channels. Designed to complement the sophisticated style and brilliant performance of Samsung's "51" Series of LCD TVs, the HT-Q100 puts you in the center of the action thanks to Dolby Virtual Surround. This system also offers improved USB host play, which enables you to plug and play your favorite portable digital devices without the nuisance of loading software.Read more

Features

• Home Theater system delivers 300 watts of audio power through 2.1 channels
• Unit includes a progressive scan DVD player and USB host play for easy portable digital device connectivity
• DVD player supports MP3, WMA, MPEG (video), DivX, JPEG (photo files), and other formats
• Includes two front satellite speakers, subwoofer, and universal speaker connectors for a simple set up
• Measures 20.5 x 12.6 x 7 inches (WxHxD)

Reviews (1)

Looks great, Sounds Great!
This is a beautiful system.It has a nice shiny black finish, and is very stylish.The sound is great too.It sounds great in my living room, and would probably work well in any medium sized room.The fact that it is only 2.1 channel doesnt matter. ... Read more

Editorial Review

The SD-V594 puts the technological advantages of a progressive scan DVD player and the convenient recording and playback options of a video cassette recorder into one sleek machine. And because it is so accepting of other new technologies, such as USB and HDMI, it can act as a command center between your cherished video memories and your newest digital media.Read more

Features

• ColorStream Pro component video
• JPEG Viewer
• WMA & MP3 Playback
• remote
• front A/V inputs

Reviews (9)

Excellent unit and features at bargain price
While I wanted a combo unit that included a good DVD player with HDMI (in anticipation of a LCD HDTV I plan to acquire eventually), I was even more interested in the performance and features of the VCR. I've been programming VCRs ever since they first came out, and have had two installed simultaneously on my TV for years now because there are often two different programs I want to record at the same time. After extensive research on a lot of combos, I picked this unit for features, quality of pictures, and price. I've had this for a couple months now and it's been flawless. Great picture even on long-play VCR recording (which is all I ever use in that mode).
VCR does not work
We were hopeful, but twice failed by Toshiba (once one the V592 and once on the "replacement" V594 The VCR would not display, regardles of output chosen. Customer service was unable to assist or trouble shoot. I have given up and ordered something else.

DVD Player stopped reading DVDs after 1 week
After doing lots of research online about DVD/VHS players, I chose the Toshiba because it offered the best features for the price, and generally had better reviews than other products out there. After receiving the new machine, things worked fine for about a week, after which the DVD player would no longer read DVDs. After inserting a DVD it gave a "reading" message for a long time before finally saying "error". Oddly enough, the machine would read CDs just fine! I called Toshiba about the problem, but they couldn't help. Resetting the machine by unplugging it for 5 minutes availed nothing. Finally, I just decided to return it. I'm going to buy the Sony SLV-D570H to replace it. Both have HDMI outputs (DVD only), but hopefully the Sony machine won't break down on me after one week.
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Features

• 10-in-2 multi memory card slot
• 4-head Hi-Fi VCR
• Progressive scan output
• Front AV input
• Height - 82mm

Reviews (3)

Less than expected from Samsung
The display does not show seconds of a tape/disk position, the remote control is not well design and looks and feels cheaply including small and not well located buttons, and the quality of workmanship leaves to wish.But, the 4 Head Hi-Fi VCR plays back and records on VHS tapes very well, and the DVD player plays superbly DVD discs including DVD-R, DVD+R, as well as VCD and SVCD discs all burned on both typical computer Toshiba and LG writers using generic, Maxell,... blanks under Nero, DVD Decrypter, 1 Click DVD Copy, Power Producer, unless rarely an *.IFO file is messed up. The quality of Dolby Surround compatible sound and picture with the added visual clarity of Progressive scan is excellent in any of the formats: MP3, JPEG, WMA playback, DivX. The available Coaxial, Composite video, S-video connection options are typical. Layout of keys and buttons is well designed, and their size is appropriate - simple and clear. There is a 7-event/1-month recording timer, and also one-touch recording to activate 30-minutes of recording time per button push on the remote control.

Skips and Freezes
This player will not play my Sony brand DVD-R's.It loads and tries to play but skips a lot.I did get a Memorex DVD+R to play.Samsung's tech support told me when it comes to playing burned DVD's it all depends on "What program you use to burn disks, the brand of disk and what format you are using."Wow...I just want to put a disk in and have it play.I have a $25 cheapo that plays all formats.For $100 you can do better than this unit.

Can't Play Most Burned Discs
Main reason I bought this:divx and xvid playback.This player cannot play most burned discs, and even the ones that it will load, it won't play all the files.I tried DVD-R, DVD+R, DVD-RW, DVD+RW.I tried multiple brands of each.The only brand it would play were some cheapy DVD+R's.It would list all 12 files on the disc.Each file was the same...652x324 DiVx, pretty much the same size, but this player would only play the first FOUR files...it choked on anything else.I would not recommend this if you're going to be using a lot of burned media. ... Read more

Editorial Review

Time to replace your old VCR? Add DVD playback to the VHS mix with the JVC HRXVC16B DVD/VCR combo player and continue to enjoy your VHS library while also enjoying the high-quality video and improved audio of DVD discs. This unit also enables easy copying of your home videos saved to DVD disc to VHS tape (not compatible with dubbing copy-protected DVD content). It makes a great addition to your home theater set-up, thanks to its component video output, Dolby Digital/DTS processing from compatible DVD discs, and a coaxial digital audio output for 5.1-channel surround sound from your home theater receiver. This slim, space-saving unit comes in a black cabinet, but it's also available in silver (HRXVC17S). Read more

Features

• New Slim Design
• Playable Formats - VHS Hi-Fi, DVD-Video, DVD-RW/-R (Video Format), +RW/+R (Video Format), CD, SVCD, VCD, CD-R/RW, & JPEG Digital Still (CD-RW)
• SQPB (S-VHS Quasi Playback)
• VHS Hi-Fi Stereo with MTS Decoder
• Progressive Scan Output for high-resolution images

Editorial Review

Saving space while simplifying your entertainment hookups, the XBV443 juggles most forms of entertainment media, from VHS videocassettes (recording and playback) and high-resolution DVD performance to CD, CD-R, CD-RW, MP3 and WMA CD, and JPEG image CD so you can enjoy custom slideshows from your digital photos in the comfort of your living room. The unit's handy front-panel audio/video jacks simplify hookup with camcorders, video game consoles, and other devices.Read more

Features

• Plays DVD-Video, CD, CD-R/CD-RW, MP3/WMA (CD-R/CD-RW), JPEG CD, and VHS videocassettes
• Component-video, composite-video, S-video terminals, RF coaxial audio/video output for use with older TVs
• Hi-fi stereo VHS performance with 19-micron video heads for clear recordings in EP mode
• Coaxial and optical digital audio outputs route Dolby Digital and DTS 5.1-channel surround sound to a compatible A/V receiver
• Measures 16.9 x 3.8 x 11.5 inches (W x H x D)

Reviews (13)

Two years later and I still love it
My wife bought this two years ago to replace using my ps2 as a dvd player.We use it at least once a week and we have been very pleased.We haven't had any problems with the VCR and the DVD player stopped working for about a week, but came back and we haven't had any problems since.Plus, since it's progressive scan it looks great on an HD TV.

avoid this machine!!
We have owned this dvd/vcr combo player for about 9 months now.It is awful!The DVD player in particular is very poor.Often, the video will freeze, but the audio will continue and it will "skip".Also, many DVD's do not played properly.One movie that has the deleated scenes added back in will stop playing whenever it comes to an extra scene.Other times it will continue to play as it is supposed to.Also, home made DVD's with multiple chapters will sometimes play only the first chapter, sometimes not.On my dauaghters Baby Einstein, it will often only play the Spanish version and not allow us to access the DVD menu to play it in English.Other times it will.It is so inconsistant that it is unreliable.The VCR seems to function properly, although it is not used as often.

Worked good for a while
I bought this item in March of 2005 and never had any problems. Until about November of 2005. Now when I put in a dvd it just keeps skipping around like the discs are scratched and they are perfectly brand new DVD's. I put in one of those dvd cleaner discs that have little brushes underneath them to clean the eye. Well that isn't the problem I guess because it didn't help any.
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Editorial Review

This classy, versatile combination deck offers the convenience of VHS recording and playback alongside high-end progressive-scan DVD performance, all in a single, WEGA-styled silver chassis standing under four inches tall. Sony's SLV-D300P handles just about any conceivable media format, from VHS and S-VHS tapes (which it renders at standard VHS resolution) to DVD-Video, DVD-R, DVD-RW, DVD+R, DVD+RW, MP3 CD, and JPEG picture CD. From your library of VHS videos to digital music files and digital photos, the SLV-D300P lets you enjoy them all in the comfort of a living room or bedroom.Read more

Features

• DVD/VCR combo unit with progressive-scan DVD output and 1-month, 8-event VCR programming
• Plays a wealth of formats, including DVD+R, DVD+RW, DVD-R, DVD-RW, MP3 CD, JPEG image CD, and S-VHS tape (at VHS resolution)
• DVD bookmarking, resume, and picture zoom
• 4-head VCR offers commercial skip, 19-micron heads for clear images from EP recordings
• Includes multibrand remote control that operates most TVs

Reviews (72)

TOTALLY UNRELIABLE
I bought the whole Sony system including the surround sound with this product.About 6 months after I bought it, the DVDs would occasionally fail to load.One would fail, and then the next 2 would work, and I just persisted on.When a DVD failed, it would not eject.It would take anywhere from 5 minutes to 8 hours to eject, turning the player on and off.Three out of four times I played a DVD, it NEVER failed to skip or freeze up.I've finally had it - I'm putting it in the Good Will box and getting something else.I was silly, silly for not returning the thing immediately, but I kept on having faith it would work itself out.NOT.

It has good and bad
Around the same time, we had bought two DVD players, a Mintek ($40) and this Sony ($200.) I have to say I like the Mintek a lot more. This Sony Combo is very picky on what DVD's I put! The Mintek is able to play ALL data, most video, and even a PAL DVD from Italy. But the Sony, which costs way too much more, is not even able to play any of that. :(. Although, the reliablility level is very good. It really has never given us any technological problems. But I am saddened to see that Sony dosen't allow so many kinds of DVD's. Also, we have had experiences when this DVD would freeze in between parts of movies.It does play DATA MP3 CD. (Which thats a good feature.) The VHS player is very good and has not given any problems. I would reccomend this to someone who dosen't use data CD's with , AVI or any type of media file.Also its good for DVD's which are either WORLD or NTSC region. If you are someone who watches only DVD's and VHS, than this is for you. Thanks and God Bless.

Picky, picky, picky!(the reviews, not the player)
I have read the reviews for this product, and I have been horrified by how nit-picking and petty some of them are. One star simply because it does not play a Sony disc? Just how many of those does the buyer have in proportion to discs from other manufacturers? And one star simply because it does not do every single thing you demand of it? Isn't that more than a little extreme?
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