PHOTO - VIDEO - PRO AUDIO Section3 DVD Players & Recorders Introduction to DVD .........................90-91 JVC .............................................................92-105 LG ......................................................................106 Onkyo ....................................................107-109 Panasonic .............................................110-115 Pioneer ..................................................116-120 Samsung ..............................................
90 D V D P L AYE R S & R E CO R D E R S I N T R O TO D V D Choosing a DVD Player The essential home theater source component, a DVD player is also one of the best entertainment values today. It delivers digital picture quality that until recently you would only have seen in a TV broadcast studio. You’ll hear digital-quality surround sound. You’ll enjoy over thirty thousand titles including movies, concert videos, children’s programs and more.
D V D P L AYE R S & R E CO R D E R S I N T R O TO D V D 91 Choosing a DVD Recorder DVD recorder machines have come a long way in the past year or so. The prices on these stand alone units have dropped from around $800 to 200 $300. There are many different brand names available (JVC, Panasonic, Pioneer, Sony and Toshiba) for a DVD recorder-and most of them are going to be an excellent choice. Finding the right DVD recorder for you isn't as hard as you might think.
92 D V D P L AYE R S & R E CO R D E R S JVC XV-N320B/322S • XV-N420B/422S DVD Players Top: XV-N320B; Bottom: XV-N420B JVC’s DVD players offer high-end video performance with style and convenience. Sporting an ultra-slim profile and stylish design the XV-N320B (black) / XV-N322S (silver) feature 11 visual effects during still image (JPEG) playback and the option to save any desired image as a custom start-up screen. Vari-Speed Playback allows you to watch a DVD up to 1.
D V D P L AYE R S & R E CO R D E R S JVC 93 HR-XVC18B/19S • HR-XVC37 DVD Player/VHS Hi-Fi Recorder Combos JVC’s DVD/VCR combo’s offers outstanding performance combined with convenience features that make operation quick and easy. With JVC’s Auto Select feature all that’s required to begin DVD or VHS playback is to insert a cassette or disc – it’s that simple, and works with both the RF and video outputs.
94 D V D P L AYE R S & R E CO R D E R S JVC DVD RECORDERS JVC’s expertise in video technologies has been optimally applied to digital technologies to deliver superior picture quality. JVC DVD recorders provide astounding quality of recorded and played back pictures, and offer an array of user-friendly functions. DVD recorder combinations – with either a built-in Hard Disk Drive (HDD), DV or VHS recorder—or all three– are also available, offering more than triple the benefit of each medium.
D V D P L AYE R S & R E CO R D E R S JVC 95 DR-M100S DVD-R/RW and DVD-RAM Recorder The DR-M100S records in DVD-RAM and DVD-R/RW formats (up to 16 hours of recording time using a dual sided disc), and includes an array of innovations that makes it easy to record high picture quality. In addition to recording, it offers true multi-format compatibility on playback, with the ability to play the DVD-RAM, DVD-R/RW and DVD+R/RW formats, as well as CD, VCD, SVCD, JPEG and MP3 files.
6 D V D P L AYE R S & R E CO R D E R S JVC DR-MV5S DVD Recorder/VHS Hi-Fi Combo For those with a collection of VHS recordings that they would like to continue using or to archive onto DVD, JVC offers the DR-MV5S, which combines all of the features of the DR-M100S DVD recorder (previous page) with a VHS Hi-Fi VCR featuring JVC’s VHS Progressive Scan and a one-touch intelligent dubbing system between the VHS and DVD sections for easy archiving and editing.
D V D P L AYE R S & R E CO R D E R S JVC 97 DR-MH300S DVD Recorder/Hard Disk Combo JVC’s DR-MH300S combines the DR-M100S DVD recorder with a 160GB hard disk recorder and HDMI digital output into a single deck to provide extraordinary versatility. It allows high speed dubbing up to 64x normal speed between the hard drive and DVD recorder. It also offers flexible editing capabilities, made even easier thanks to the navigation system.
98 D V D P L AYE R S & R E CO R D E R S JVC DR-MX1S DVD/HDD/VHS Triple Recorder Combo For those who want the flexibility of multiple formats, the DR-MX1S is the ultimate in convenience. It offers DVD, hard drive and VHS— with recording and playback capability, and the ability to dub between any two—thats’ 6-way dubbing. Take advantage of the 80GB hard drive to record up to 18 hours of programming in the highest-quality XP mode or 105 hours in the EP mode.
D V D P L AYE R S & R E CO R D E R S JVC 99 HR-DVS3 Mini DV/S-VHS VCR Combo The HR-DVS3 is the ultimate solution for easy editing and viewing of high quality digital and analog video. A double deck, HR-DVS3 incorporates a Mini DV VCR and an S-VHS VCR, allowing direct playback of S-VHS or DV tapes, direct dubbing from S-VHS to DV and vice versa, or connect directly to your DV camcorder for DV-to-DV edits—no cable connections necessary.
100 D V D P L AYE R S & R E CO R D E R S JVC DVD Recorders Comparison Chart DVD RECORDER COMPARISON DVD DR-M100S DR-MV5S DVD DR-MH300S DVD VHS HDD DVD Playable Formats DVD-Video DVD-RAM/-RW/-R/+RW/+R SVCD/VCD Yes Yes Yes Yes/Yes/Yes/No/No Yes/Yes/Yes/Yes/Yes Yes/Yes/Yes/Yes/Yes Yes/Yes Yes/Yes Yes/Yes CD-DA Yes Yes Yes CD-R/RW Yes Yes Yes MP3 on CD-R/RW Yes Yes Yes JPEG on CD-R/RW Yes Yes Yes Yes/Yes/Yes Yes/Yes/Yes Recordable Formats DVD-RAM/-RW (VR & Video Format) /
D V D P L AYE R S & R E CO R D E R S 101 JVC DVD Recorders Comparison Chart DVD RECORDER COMPARISON DVD DR-MX1S HDD DVD DR-DX5S VHS HDD DVD HR-DVS3 Mini-DV Mini-DV VHS PCM Digital PCM Digital NTSC VHS HiFi Playable Formats DVD-Video DVD-RAM/-RW/-R SVCD/VCD Yes Yes Yes/Yes/Yes Yes/Yes/Yes Yes/Yes Yes/Yes CD-DA Yes Yes CD-R/RW Yes Yes Yes/Yes Yes/Yes Yes Yes MP3/WMA on CD-R/RW JPEG on CD-R/RW Recordable Formats DVD-RAM/-RW (VR & Video Format) /-R HDD Capacity Yes/Yes/Yes Yes/
102 D -V H S P L AYE R S & R E CO R D E R S JVC HM-DH5 • HM-DT100 D-VHS Player/Recorders The HM-DH5 and HM-DT100 are D-VHS machines that record, play back and archive high-definition content, and play D-Theater HD movies. They are also the first D-VHS Hi-Def digital recorders equipped with a digital High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI), which provides the highest quality, uncompressed digital pictures and sound through a single connection.
C D P L AYE R S JVC 103 CD CHANGERS XL-FZ700BK 5-Disc Carousel CD Changer 7-Disc Carousel CD Changer Add convenience to your CD entertainment with the JVC XL-FZ700BK, which used JVC’s exclusive 7-disc carousel changer with play and exchange. It includes a full function remote, and a 10-key pad on the front of the unit for easy track selection. XL-FZ258BK The XL-FZ158BK five-disc carousel changer provides hours of uninterrupted musical enjoyment.
104 S -V H S V C R s JVC HR-S2902 • HR-S3902/S3912 • HR-S5902/S5912 S-VHS Hi-Fi Stereo VCRs JVC’s S-VHS VCRs feature over 400 lines of horizontal resolution, plus they offer Super VHS ET recording. This lets you use inexpensive high grade VHS tape while enjoying nearly the same picture quality as with much more expensive S-VHS tape. They also feature Hi-Fi VHS stereo with MTS Decoder, Active Video Calibration and Picture Control.
S -V H S V C R s JVC 105 HR-S2902 • HR-S3902/S3912 • HR-S5902/S5912 HR-S5902 (Black) and HR-S5912 (Silver) Step-Up Features The HR-S5902/HR-S5912 step up with professional-style editing capabilities with insert editing, flying erase head, audio dubbing and more. ◆ Insert editing lets you replace the original picture without affecting the audio. The flying erase head makes sure that transition points between recordings are distortion-free.
106 D V D P L AYE R S & R E CO R D E R S LG LDA-511 • LDX-514 1080i Up-Conversion DVD Players The sleek and superbly designed LDA-511 is a powerful DVD player that plays back DVD Video, DVD-R/RW, DVD±R/RW, Audio CD, and CD-R/RW discs. Super slim, it stands only 1.4” high for convenient addition to home theater systems. It is compatible with WMA, JPEG, MP3, DivX and MPEG-4 formats. Fast Loading Vacuum Slot means it quickly inserts and ejects discs with no tray opening or closing.
D V D P L AYE R S & R E CO R D E R S O N K YO 107 DV-SP303 DVD/CD/MP3 Player Take a good look at the DV-SP303 and you’ll see just what is possible by focusing on simple yet effective video-audio signal processing. The DV-SP303’s strength lies not only in supporting DVD video playback, but also both CD audio and digital file music playback capability, as well as offering the advantage of viewing your digital photos.
108 D V D P L AYE R S & R E CO R D E R S O N KYO DV-SP502 DVD-Video/Audio/SACD Player The DV-SP502 is a progressive scan DVD player that is compatible with nearly every disc format in use today, including DVD-Audio and multichannel SACD high-resolution audio formats. It features 192-kHz/24-bit audio DACs with Onkyo's Vector Linear Shaping Circuitry (VLSC) for smoother, more detailed analog output.
D V D P L AYE R S & R E CO R D E R S O N KYO 109 DV-SP1000 The Ultimate THX Ultra-Certified DVD-Audio/Video and SACD Player The DV-SP1000 brings an entirely new dimension to the term “universal”. Not only does it provide you with DVD Audio/Video and SACD playback, but also analog and pure digital reproduction with HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) and i.LINK (IEEE1394) to deliver high-quality movies and multi-channel music.
110 D V D P L AYE R S & R E CO R D E R S PA N A S O N I C DVD-S29 • DVD-S77 • DVD-S97 • DVD-F87 Single-Disc and 5-Disc DVD Players Top: DVD-S29; Bottom: DVD-S77 Blending astounding performance with an elegant design, Panasonic’s DVD players offer a host of advanced features to deliver an unsurpassed home theater experience. They feature Advanced Progressive Scan, resulting in an extended frequency response, reduction of background noise and enhancement of depth.
D V D P L AYE R S & R E CO R D E R S PA N A S O N I C 111 DVD-S29 • DVD-S77 • DVD-S97 • DVD-F87 ◆ Sleek, slim, and stylish, these DVD players are designed to integrate with Panasonic home theater receivers , both functionally and cosmetically. Plus, their slim design makes them a perfect fit for any system. ◆ ◆ ◆ Additional conveniences include position memory (bookmark) for up to 5 discs, guide set-up, DVD-RAM speed control playback, progress indicator and quick replay.
112 D V D P L AYE R S & R E CO R D E R S PA N A S O N I C PV-D4745 Progressive Scan DVD Player/VHS VCR Combo With the PV-D4745S (silver) or PV-D4745K (black) you get the high-end A/V excitement of DVDs in your home entertainment, while still being able to watch all your favorite movies from your VHS library. On the DVD side, it is compatible with DVD-RAM, DVD-Video, DVDR, Video CD, CD, CD-R/RW, MP3 and WMA embedded discs. JPEG images burned to CDR/RW may also be viewed in a variety of play modes.
D V D P L AYE R S & R E CO R D E R S PA N A S O N I C 113 DMR-ES10 • DMR-ES30VS • DMR-EH50S DVD-RAM/DVD-R Recorders Panasonic’s sixth generation of DVD recorders, the DMR-ES10S (Silver) and DMR-ES10SK (Black), DMR-ES30VS and DMR-EH50S record onto both DVD-RAM and DVD-R discs. With a DVD-RAM disc recording time is 16 hours in the EP mode on a 9.4 GB double-sided disc. They are also Progressive Scan players which ensure optimum picture quality when viewing DVD movies.
114 D V D P L AYE R S & R E CO R D E R S PA N A S O N I C DMR-ES10 • DMR-ES30VS • DMR-EH50S Additional Features ◆ ◆ ◆ ◆ ◆ About DVD-RAM Discs Progressive Scan (480P) provides higher icture resolution, sharper image quality, and elimination of virtually all motion artifacts. Direct Navigator 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.
D V D P L AYE R S & R E CO R D E R S 115 PA N A S O N I C DVD RECORDER SPECIFICATIONS DMR-EH50S Step-up Features (continued ) ◆ The DMR-EH505HS records data from hard disk at up to 12x normal speed to a DVDRAM disc or 24x speed to DVD-R (both in EP mode). So you can record a one-hour program to DVD-RAM in just 5 minutes or to DVD-R in just 2.5 minutes.
116 D V D P L AYE R S & R E CO R D E R S PIONEER DV-285-S • DV-588A-S DVD and DVD-Audio/Video Player DV-285-S Slim and stylish, the DV-285-S and DV-588A-S look great, play everything, and deliver exceptional video and audio performance. They play DVDs, DVD-R/RWs, and CD-R/RWs with WMAs and MP3 files, while the Disc Navigator feature makes it easier to browse and view JPEG picture files.
D V D P L AYE R S & R E CO R D E R S PIONEER 117 DV-F727 301-Disc CD/DVD Player Changer A high-end AV jukebox, the DV-F727 will play DVD’s, Video CD's, audio CD's and CD-R's, storing 301 discs in all. Plus you can extend your universe of digital disc controlling possibilities by connecting two of them for access to an incredible 601 discs. Engineered for superb audio and video reproduction, the DV-F727 also offers great convenience.
118 D V D P L AYE R S & R E CO R D E R S PIONEER DVR-233-S Slim Design DVD Recorder The entry-level DVR-233-S delivers high-performance DVD playback plus easy DVD recording. Watch DVD movies and concerts in stunning audio and video detail. Plus, you can record your favorite TV shows and home movies to DVD and watch them whenever you want. To simplify the recording process it utilizes VCR Plus + and an intuitive on-screen navigator to walk you through it.
D V D P L AYE R S & R E CO R D E R S PIONEER 119 DVR-533H/DVR-633H Dual-Layer DVD Recorders with Hard Disk Drive Now it’s easier than ever to record your favorite television programming directly to DVD. The DVR-533H (80GB) and DVR-633H (160GB) recorders combine hard drive technology with software and program guide upgrades to make the process of creating a DVD easy.
120 C D & C A S S E T T E P L AYE R S PIONEER HI-FI COMPONENTS PD-M426 6-Disc Magazine CD Player If you prefer to store your CD's in magazines, the PD-M426 is a perfect 6-disc CD player for you. Its magazines (sold as accessories) hold up to 6 discs and can be used to organize a CD collection by music type or by artist. For convenience, the PD-M426 features random play and several programmed play options.
D V D P L AYE R S & R E CO R D E R S SAMSUNG 121 DVD-HD850 • DVD-HD950 High-Def Conversion DVD Players Designed for those who want to get the most out of their HD displays with their existing DVD collections, the the DVD-HD850 and DVD-HD950 employ a digital process that upgrades the standard DVD resolution to highdefinition resolution with 1080i, 720p, and 768p signals (the latter is a Samsung exclusive in the category).
122 D V D P L AYE R S & R E CO R D E R S SAMSUNG DVD-V5500 • DVD-V8500 • DVD-V9500 Progressive-Scan DVD Player/VHS VCR Combos An award-winning line with three enhanced combination players, the DVD-V5500, DVDV8500, and DVD-V9500 offer the best in DVD and VHS capability in a sleek, space-saving design. Besides offering superior 480P DVD playback, they integrate a 4-head Hi-Fi VCR, ensuring uncomplicated hook-up and easy playback no matter the media type (except VCD).
D V D P L AYE R S & R E CO R D E R S SAMSUNG 123 DVD-R120 • DVD-VR320 • DVD-VR325 DVD Recorders The perfect DVD recorder solution for everyday recording needs, the elegant, ultra-slim DVD-R120 records in DVD-RAM and DVD-R/RW formats with an Auto Chapter Creator function for added convenience. A wide variety of video playback formats including DVD-RAM, DVD-Video DVD-R/RW and MP3 files on CD-R/RW discs give you assurance that your favorite music and video entertainment will be playable.
124 D V D P L AYE R S & R E CO R D E R S S O NY DVP-NS50P • DVP-NS70H • DVP-NS90V • DVP-NC80V Progressive-Scan DVD Players Affordable, functional and reliable, Sony’s elegantly designed DVD players also offer high performance and flexibility. Incorporating Sony’s Precision Cinema Progressive technology and Precision DVP-NS70H top, DVP-NC80V bottom Drive 3 systems, they deliver a picture that is more faithful to the source and virtually free of errors that a warped disc can produce.
D V D P L AYE R S & R E CO R D E R S S O NY 125 DVP-NS50P • DVP-NS70H • DVP-NS90V • DVP-NC80V Conveniences ◆ Custom Parental Control (up to 40 discs) “locks” mature-content discs with a 4-digit code, even if the discs don't carry and MPAA rating. ◆ Instant Replay (goes back ten seconds) at the touch of a button is great for those times when you miss a line of dialogue.
126 D V D P L AYE R S & R E CO R D E R S S O NY SLV-D360P • SLV-D560P DVD Player/VHS VCR Combo Easily fitting in any entertainment center, the versatile and convenient SLV-D360P and SLV-D560P are 2-in-1 combo players that combine a progressive scan DVD player with a highly-advanced Hi-Fi VCR and feature complementary WEGA TV styling and front A/V inputs for your camcorder or game system.
C D P L AYE R S / C A S S E T T E D E C K S SONY 127 Hi-Fi COMPONENTS RCD-W500C CD Player/Recorder ▲ RCD-W500C ▲ Make your own music mixes and enjoy the sonic results. The RCDWC500 features a 5-CD/Dual Deck with 4x high-speed dubbing and CD, CD-R, CD-RW, and MP3 playback capability. It records to CD-R/RW and offers SBM - Super Bit Mapping recording and high-speed finalizing, and CD Text Entry.
128 D V D P L AYE R S & R E CO R D E R S S O NY RDR-GX315 DVD Recorder Featuring a slim-line chassis, the RDR-GX315 is a high performance DVD recorder designed for both first time users as well as sophisticated time shifters to produce high quality DVD recordings from a variety of original sources. In addition to being compatible with a wide range of DVD formats including DVD-R/RW and DVD+R/RW discs, it is also compatible with the new DVD+R double-layer discs for longer recording time.
D V D P L AYE R S & R E CO R D E R S S O NY 129 RDR-GX315 • RDR-VX515 • RDR-HX715 R D R - G X 5 1 5 F E AT U R E S ◆ Precision Cinema Progressive playback, ◆ which incorporates Pixel-by-Pixel I/P Conversion technology, augments and balances DVD-video elements. Additionally, a 12-bit/108MHz Video D/A Converter ensures exceptional picture quality for an unforgettable viewing experience.
130 D V D P L AYE R S & R E CO R D E R S TO S H I B A SD-3980 • SD-4980 • SD-5980 • SD-6980 SD-3980 Single-Disc Progressive Scan DVD Players Whether you desire reference-quality video playback, multi-disc compatibility, the sonic realism of DVD-Audio—Toshiba has the right solutions for you.
D V D P L AYE R S & R E CO R D E R S 131 TO S H I B A SD-3980 • SD-4980 • SD-5980 • SD-6980 Conveniences ◆ ◆ ◆ ◆ Digital Power Picture Zoom (up to 4x) allows you to select an area of the picture you want to zoom in on and magnify it. Enhanced digital processing during moving or freeze-frame playback produces superior color fidelity and resolution, even when you’re zoomed in. Also can be used to expand letterbox-only films to increase the viewable area on-screen.
132 D V D P L AYE R S & R E CO R D E R S TO S H I B A SD-V393 • SD-V593 DVD/VHC VCR Combos Convenient and easy-to-use combination models, the SD-V393 features a 4-head HiFi VHS VCR and a full featured DVD player offering Digital Cinema Progressive Scan (3:2 Pulldown), ColorStream Pro component video outputs, MP3 and WMA playback, a JPEG viewer, 3D Virtual Surround Sound, and unified glow remote control.
D V D P L AYE R S & R E CO R D E R S TO S H I B A 133 DR-4 Multi-Drive DVD Recorder Featuring multi-drive versatility, the fully equipped DR-4 can record and playback DVD-RAM, DVD-RW and DVD-R discs. With DVD-RW compatibility, the DR-4 offers more flexibility in home recording and viewing choices. It allows you to time shift frequently watched TV shows and create recordings that are compatible with virtually every DVD player currently in the market.
134 D V D P L AYE R S & R E CO R D E R S TO S H I B A RD-XS34 • RD-XS54 DVD/HDD Combo Multi-Drive Recorders The Multi-Drive RD-XS34 and RD-XS54 offer the option of recording on either a DVD disc or storing up to 280 or 420 hours of video on their built-in massive 160GB and 250 GB hard disk drives (respectively). This allows you to record and playback your favorite TV broadcasts as well as compile personal movie libraries for archiving and preserving family videos.
D V D P L AYE R S & R E CO R D E R S TO S H I B A 135 RS-TX20 • RS-TX60 DVD/HDD Combo Recorders with TiVo Service The RS-TX20 and RS-TX60 are digital media servers featuring TiVo technology with DVD recording. They include high capacity hard drive (RS-TX20 includes a 120GB, the RS-TX60 a 160GB) with the capability to record up to 140 or 200 hours (respectively) of your favorite TV programs.
136 D V D P L AYE R S & R E CO R D E R S YA M A H A DV-S5860 DVD-Audio/SACD (Super Audio CD) Player The DV-S5860 is a slim, progressive scan DVD player with outstanding picture and sound quality. It has a host of high-end features including DVD-Audio and Super Audio CD playback, CD Upsampling and Audio Direct. It is compatible with VR format recorded DVD-RW and DVD+R double layer (DL) discs. It offers MP3, JPEG, DivX and WMA multisession playback.
D V D ACC E S S O R I E S MERIT-LINE 137 CD/DVD ACCESSORIES Merit-Line Merit-Line CD and DVD Labeling Kit The Merit-line DVD Labeling Kit (DVD Media and DVD Case Label Kit) provides the perfect solution for the professional design and positioning of labels on discs. Black Slim Jewel Cases 50-pack for CDs and DVDs. (MEBSJC50) ....9.99 ◆ Includes EZ Label Design software, an intuitive program with numerous graphic and image templates and libraries, to easily design labels.
138 D V D ACC E S S O R I E S B O LT Z CD Racks First released in 1998, these racks became an overnight sensation. The best selling CD-600 has been on Stereophile magazine’s recommended components list for 5 consecutive years. Since their inception Boltz has added new finishes to choose from but the quality and style have remained the same and are built to the highest quality standards CD-275 CD-110 Holds 275 CDs Floor Standing At 12˝ wide, this rack is ideal for corners or where space is at a premium.
D V D ACC E S S O R I E S B O LT Z 139 Multimedia Racks Are you still searching for storage to hold all your movies and music in all their formats? Look no further - Boltz’s solid steel multimedia racks are designed to hold DVDs, VHS, CDs, SACD, and DVD-Audio all in the same unit. And, for those collectors that have large collections the unique Boltz design offers the option of infinite expandability by attaching as many expansion kits as you like.
140 D V D ACC E S S O R I E S MEDIA CD Optical Media Recordable Discs CD-R CD-RW CD-R is short for “CD-Recordable”. Recordable CDs are WORM (Write Once, Read Multiple) media that work just like standard CDs. The advantage of CD-R over 50 Pack Spindle Disc in Jewel Case other types of optical media is that you can use the discs with a standard CD player. The disadvantage is that you can’t reuse a disc.
D V D ACC E S S O R I E S MEDIA 141 DVD Optical Media Recordable Discs DVD-R DVD-RW Based on DVD-R, using similar track pitch, mark length, and rotation control, DVD-RW is playable in many DVD drives and players. Capacity is 4.7 GB. DVD-RW discs can be rewritten about 1,000 times. This format is probably most useful for the storage of a complete video film that is to be played on a domestic DVD player. DVD-R is a write once media that is readable in most DVD drives. It has a 4.