LG RHT397H DVD/HDD Recorder
Record and store up to an amazing 226 hours of television with the RHT397H DVD/HDD recorder. You can also record straight to DVD or transfer what you've stored on the 160GB hard drive. It's compatible with a multitude of discs. Navigation is easy and a sharp picture is ensured by progressive scan technology. Other clever functions include Chasing playback which allows you to watch the beginning of a programme that is still being recorded. You can even pause and rewind live TV! The LG RHT397H also has another trick up its sleeve. It can take a regular DVD and upscale it, giving the disc a near high definition “makeover”. So when it’s connected to a 1080p compatible TV, you’ll soon be revisiting your DVD collection. With the increase in picture quality, you’ll begin to spot things in your favourite movie you hadn’t noticed before. There’s a front USB port to allow you to plug in a USB device e.g. flash drive key ring. This allows you to run a JPEG photo slideshow for the family, play MP3 files or DivX movies.
Panasonic DMP-BD35EB Blu-ray Disc Player
With a slimmer-than-ever profile, fabulous picture and sound quality, plus faster disc loading times, Panasonic’s latest Blu-ray player is a real Hollywood superstar! The DMP-BD35EB really is the ideal companion for your HD-Ready TV. Thanks to its P4HD (Pixel Precision Progressive Processing for HD) technology, it processes more than 15 billion pixels per second. The result: images of exceptional resolution. Even with your existing DVD discs you’ll enjoy an enhanced picture. The DMP-BD35EB also plays a number of formats, including audio and video CDs. Sound-wise you’ll also enjoy Dolby Digital Plus 7.1-channel surround sound for a truly ambient experience. It’s the nearest thing to being there! Dolby True HD and DTS HD high resolution audio are also supported. With the DVI, HDMI v1.3 and scart sockets, along with optical output, you’ll be able to connect your Panasonic Blu-ray disc player to other components to create a magnificent home theatre experience – even more so with the easy-to-use controls. The BD Live profile brings enhanced and fun functionality to the DMP-BD35EB. Depending on the disc, when your player is connected to the internet you can download a variety of up-to-date content (e.g. refreshed previews and special exclusives). Imagine downloading wallpaper and ringtones relating to the action movie you’re watching, or taking part in a live online event relating to your favourite sci-fi film? A guide to Blu-ray Disc technology Blu-ray laser technology gives you much greater storage on just one disc. For example, one Blu-ray disc holds the equivalent of 35 CDs’ or 5 DVDs’ worth of storage. It’s the same size as a DVD disc, but by using a shorter wavelength and a narrower (blue) laser beam spot, it can hold greater capacity.
Panasonic DMR-EX768-K DVD/HDD Recorder
The Panasonic DMR-EX768-K features a built-in 160GB hard disk drive that will provide an additional recording capability of up to 284 hours. It also has time slip recording which will allow you to start watching a programme before it has finished recording to the end. Extended time recording enables up to 16 hours of recording on a 9.4 GB RAM disc (8 hours per side). The direct navigator function displays a list of recorded programmes for each disc. You can even re-arrange the order of scenes with playlist playback.
Panasonic DMR-EX78 DVD/HDD Recorder
The Panasonic Diga DMR-EX78 combines a DVD recorder, high capacity hard drive and a Freeview tuner in a sleek compact design. The 250GB hard drive is capable of recording up to 443 hours footage, and it’s not just TV content that you are able to store. USB inputs allow both digital photos and music to be transferred to the hard drive for convenient storage and playback. The DMR-EX78 also features a HDMI terminal. When connected to a HD ready TV, your DVDs will be up-scaled to quality on a par with high definition. This impressive machine offers recording and playback of a wide variety of formats including DVD-RAM, DVD-R/-RW and DVD+R/+RW.
Panasonic DMREX95V DVD/HDD Recorder/VCR Combi
The multi-talented Panasonic DMREX95V allows you to record and playback from DVD, VHS and hard drive. It also has an integrated Freeview tuner which provides access to free to air digital channels. The DMR-EX95V has a 250GB drive and is capable of recording up to a massive 443 hours of footage and it’s not just TV content that you are able to store. You can conveniently store and view JPEG digital photos via the SD memory card slot. It’s also a great tool for VHS archiving, not only can precious footage be archived on DVD, but you can actually improve the picture quality of your old VHS recording during archiving! The Time Based Corrector reduces the jitter commonly found on ageing VHS recordings while the 3D DNR technology detects and eliminates picture noise and colour irregularities.
Panasonic DMR-EX98-V VCR/HDD/DVD Recorder/Digital Receiver
Combining a DVD player/recorder, VHS deck, PVR (personal video recorder), music jukebox and Freeview tuner, the Panasonic DMR-EX98-V is the most versatile of entertainers. Movie lovers will appreciate the 1080p technology which offers improved image quality from standard DVDs, when connected to compatible TVs via HDMI. And with a wealth of recording options to VHS, DVD or hard drive, you won’t miss any of your favourite shows either. The integral Freeview digital tuner achieves stable signal reception even under poor conditions, and includes an Electronic Programme Guide to help you plan your viewing. The 250GB hard drive alone provides up to 441 hours of recording capacity, and can be used to store the contents of your ripped CDs to create a massive MP3 jukebox. The DMR-EX98-V also makes it simple to back up your precious VHS recordings to DVD at the touch of a button – it really is that easy. There’s even a USB port and SD memory card slot, so you can transfer your digital images to the hard drive for burning onto DVD – no computer needed!
Panasonic DMR-EZ28 DVD Recorder/Digital Box
The Panasonic DMR-EZ28 DVD Recorder comes equipped with an integrated digital tuner for access to Freeview channels. The electronic programme guide will save you from circling your favourite shows in the newspaper. It also boasts an HDMI terminal and the technology to upscale standard definition material to high definition quality, a perfect partner for a new HD television. The Panasonic DMR-EZ28 also ‘finalises’ a disc – making it ready for playback on another DVD player – automatically, so burning discs for friends and family or archiving your favourite shows becomes child’s play.
Panasonic DMR-EZ48VEB-K VCR/DVD Recorder/Digital Receiver
The Panasonic DMR-EZ48VEB-K allows easy, single-cable connection to a VIERA TV. You can even use the TV remote control to access functions to make recording settings or play a DVD. The DMR-EZ48VEB-K is also equipped with a digital tuner and an Electronic Programme Guide to help you plan your viewing. The quick start function starts your recording at the touch of a button, so don’t waste any time, start recording your old VCR tapes onto DVD right away. The Panasonic DMR-EZ48VEB-K also ‘finalises’ a disc – making it ready for playback on another DVD player – automatically, so burning discs for friends and family or archiving your favourite shows becomes child’s play.
Panasonic DVD-LS83 Portable LCD DVD Player, 8.5 Inch
This Panasonic LS83 portable DVD player has an 8½” screen and is great for use in the car as it comes with a headrest mounting bracket and car adaptor. The anti-shock device stops the picture jumping on bumpy roads. A generous 6 hours worth of battery should keep the kids (ages 1-100) entertained for a long time too.
Philips DCP951 Portable LCD DVD Player and iPod Dock
Sleek and black, the Philips DCP951 portable LCD DVD player is only 4cm thick. If its tablet design doesn't turns heads, the movies you'll be playing on its brilliant 9" widescreen will! And it’s a versatile entertainer - not only is DVD and audio CD playback supported, but you’ll also enjoy MP3 music files, DivX movies, slideshows, single photos or thumbnails from your SD memory card, or DVDs and CDs you’ve burnt. In fact, when not accompanying you on your travels, the DCP951 can even be used as an electronic photo frame. Slide out the hidden cradle from the right-hand side and the DCP951 turns into an iPod dock. Drop in your player and take in that hot new TV show you’ve downloaded, your player also gets charged up at the same time! The anti-shock device stops the picture jumping on bumpy roads, and a car adapter and handy remote control are also included. Please note: iPod sold separately.