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Toshiba DVR670 Spec

ali — Sat, 23 Jan 2010 08:13:05 +0000

Connections

Front Panel : LINK DV Input, Audio Input
Inputs : Composite x 2, Analog Audio x 1, S-Video x 1
Outputs : Component x 1, HDMI x 1, Digital Audio Coaxial x 1, Analog Audio x 1, S-Video x 1
Remote Control : Standard
One touch recording : Yes
Parental Control : Yes
OSD : Yes (English, Spanish, French)

Recorder

Recordable Media : VR Supported
Speed : SP / SLP
VCR Video Heads : 4

Manufacturer

Dimensions (W x H x D) : 17.13 in x 3.92 in x 10.55 in
Weight : 9.46 lb
DVD Type : DVD Recorder/VCR Combo
Progressive scan : Yes
Playable disc types :Audio CD, CD-R, CD-RW, Picture CD, DVD Video, VCD, SVCD, DVD-R, DVD-RW, DVD+R, DVD+RW
Playable files : WMA, JPEG, MP3
Video Up-conversion : Yes- 720p, 1080i, 1080p

Video

Video DAC : 10 bit/ 54 MHz
Video Output System : NTSC
Video Noise Reduction : 3D Y/C separation

Audio

Surround Sound : Dolby-Digital Decoder (built-in)
Audio DAC : 24 bit/ 192 kHz

Toshiba DVR670

ali — Fri, 22 Jan 2010 11:04:21 +0000

Foreword:

Toshiba DVR670 released by Toshiba is the latest combo DVD player and VCR that speaks class. A feature-rich player that enables HDMI up-conversion gives you a quality video and audio playback. This player with composite as well as component cables, offers you HDMI-CEC for syncing that enables you to discard multiple remotes and control all your devices by one single remote control. This multi-purpose player copies your old VHS tapes to DVD with bi-directional dubbing facility. You can also see your digital snaps in a slideshow here. The player is DivX Home theatre certified model that will add value to your movie viewing experience.

Also the Toshiba DVR670 has built-in NTSC, ATSC, Analog, and QAM Digital Tuner. Due to progressive scanning, the picture quality is amazingly crystal clear and sharp. The VCR quality is also good and surely you can enjoy your favorite old movies with additional up-conversion. Among many contemporary players, this also seems quite affordable player. Due to built-in tuner, you can also tune in analog or digital channels from over the air, cable and cable-in-the-clear digital channels.

+Ves:

1080p up-conversion brings a great picture clarity and undistorted movie enjoyment
Built-in analog and digital tuners for recording
Built-in VCR for recording old VHS tapes
HDMI output due to which all the connectible devices can be converted to single remote control and there is less clutter
Affordable price
Bi-directional dubbing facility
Component as well as composite cables
DivX certified model
One-touch recording possible

-Ves:

Due to a combo-player status, it looks bulky and unattractive
There is no internal storage drive for this combo player
Recording in full high definition is not possible
The single remote control may be difficult to operate initially

Final Word:

The Toshiba DVR670 is a combination DVD and VHS tapes player with advanced features. Certainly it adds glamour to your movie watching, music, and viewing pictures. The HDMI up-conversion makes it one of the standard players in the market. Also the affordable price tag makes it a perfect buy for those who are looking for a player to watch their old favorite movies too on the VCR. With Dolby Digital Surround sound and 4 VCR Video heads, this is certainly a good buy.

Toshiba DR570 Spec

ali — Fri, 22 Jan 2010 10:49:48 +0000

Video

Video Up-Conversion to 1080p : Yes
Recording : One-touch
Progressive Out : Yes
Video DAC : 10 bit/54MHz
In-Built : ATSC/NTSC/Analog/QAM tuner and Digital Photo Viewer (JPEG)

Special Features

V-Chip recording : Yes
Camcorder Controls : Yes
Timer Recording : 12 programs/ month
OSD : English, French, Spanish
Instant skip and Commercial skip features : Yes
Editing : Yes
Zoom : Yes
Auto-finalization : Yes

Manufacturer

Toshiba DR570
Dimensions (W x H x D): 16.54 x 2.32 x 9.72 c. in.
Weight : 5.28 lb

Audio

Formats : MP3, WMA
Audio DAC : 192 kHz/24 bit
Recording : Dolby Digital
XP-mode recording : L-PCM
Surround Sound : 3-D Virtual

Toshiba DR570

ali — Fri, 22 Jan 2010 10:37:19 +0000

Foreword:

Toshiba DR570 released by Toshiba is a DVD recorder with some advanced features over the earlier version DR420. Possibility to play various disc formats like DVD-R, -RW, +RW etc makes it a suitable DVD recorder for sound playback and recording requirements. Addition of HDMI-CEC helps you make your DVD room clutter-free by discarding multiple remotes and syncing all the entertainment devices to single remote control. Also ATSC/ NTSC/ QAM tuners make the recorder useful for picking up varied signals. The DR570 also has the feature to auto-finalization of created DVDs so that they can be played or watched on another device. Up-conversion facility to 1080p helps you gain high quality and standard HD playback.

Weighing 5.28 lb, the Toshiba DR570 also enables you to have V-chip recording along with camcorder controls. The recorder is of utmost convenience to frequent recordings that can be done with its one-touch recording abilities. A built-in analog tuner is an additional plus. Addition of REGZA-LINK makes operating various components easy. No need of additional programming is there. Now recording your favorite TV programs is very simple with this user-friendly recorder.

+Ves:

You can tune the analog or digital channels from cable, over the air, or other channels because of ATSC, QAM, NTSC, and Analog tuners
Standard and good quality playback experience due to up-conversion facility to 1080p
By connecting your DVD recorder to your satellite box enables you to record any of your favorite programs with the one-touch recording ability
The multi-format recording and playback are compatible with most formats including DVD-R, DVD-RW, DVD+R, DVD+RW
Only single remote control operates all your connective devices and there are no more multiple wires dangling; thanks to HDMI connectivity
Also certain added features like skipping the commercials while recording can be enabled

-Ves:

Some of the formats like MP3/DivX, WMA or JPEG may not be supported due to differences in recording formats and disc condition or structure
Due to laser pick up and disc design, some DVDs may also be incompatible
If the display device specifications do not support the REGZA-LINK that is based on HDMI-CEC, all or some of the related features may not work

Final Word:

For those busy people who want to record their favorite TV programs and watch at leisure, the Toshiba DR570 is certainly a good choice. The single-remote facility with HDMI connectivity makes this device more user-friendly and one can have assured quality of playback due to progressive output. Various added features of zooming and one-touch recording make it a useful device from a standard company. Video up-conversion after recording is an additional plus. It is not a bad deal for sure.

Sony DVP-NS710H/B Spec

ali — Fri, 22 Jan 2010 10:26:17 +0000

Audio

Audio DAC : 16 bit/ 192kHz
Surround Sound : Dolby Digital, DTS

Connections

Component x 1, Composite x 1, HDMI x 1, Digital Audio Coaxial x 1, Analog Audio x 1

Remote

Remote control : Standard
Parental Control : Yes
OSD : Yes

Manufacturer

Sony DVP-NS710H/B

Video

Picture Control : Zoom
Video DAC : 12 bit/ 108Mhz

Key Features

DVD Type : DVD player
Playable file formats : MP3, JPEG
Playable Disc Types : DVD-R, DVD-RW, DVD+R, DVD+RW, BD-RE, DVD+R DL
Video Up-Conversion : 1080p

Sony DVP-NS710H/B

ali — Fri, 22 Jan 2010 10:18:08 +0000

Foreword:

Sony DVP-NS710H/B released by Sony is a quality DVD player that stands true to the reputation the company has earned so far. You can certainly breathe new life into your existing DVD collection by up-converting them to 1080p through HDMI technology and enhance your movie viewing experience. Razor-sharp images and undistorted movies will bring amazing enjoyment to the life of movie buffs. As the player is equipped with BRAVIA Sync, which enables you to discard multiple remotes and use single remote control for your all connected devices. No doubt this arrangement makes your living room clutter-free. Utilizing far less energy (0.1 W in standby mode), Sony DVP-NS710H/B exceeds energy star compliance levels. Rather this player is built energy-efficient to combat energy wastage.

Enjoy uncompromised levels of audio clarity due to Dolby and DTS Digital Outputs. Instead of moving entire optical block while correcting errors, the Precision Drive 3 System allows faster and accurate correction by simplifying the process of moving lens. Due to progressive scanning facility, this DVD player detects change of images at pixel level thus giving you utmost clear picture. Here you can enjoy movies, pictures, music etc in wide variety of formats.

+Ves:

Attractive design and easy to set up
Single remote control clears the clutter and enables you to easily view movies
HDMI up-conversion clears the images to the level that they look real and sharp
Multi-brand compatibility of remote control
Multiple video, audio formats can be played
Extremely energy efficient, thus saves lot of power
With this, you can experience 5.1-channel surround sound
HD PhotoTV optimizes your JPEG snaps for a clear display on HDTV
Progressive scan at pixel level, thus giving great clarity of pictures
Quite affordable for a good brand name
Multiple disc resume is a feature with which you can return to the last scene you were watching up to six discs without searching

-Ves:

The single remote control may be difficult to operate initially
Does not include Optical Audio Digital Output
PhotoTV mode is operable only with selected Sony Cameras that are supported with this feature and also you need a separate cable to connect it to the TV

Final Word:

With 1080p up-scaling, the Sony DVP-NS710H/B is a DVD player that may add glamour to your movie watching. Certainly you will enhance your entertainment period by watching the progressively scanned movies even though they are from your old DVD collection. Also due to possibility to connect all your devices to single unit operable with single remote control it is easier for the viewer to change between different devices. The energy efficient DVD player from Sony enables you to save power that is immensely needed at this time. Also the player is versatile as you can play various formats on this player without hassles.

Sony BDP S360 Spec

ali — Fri, 22 Jan 2010 10:03:47 +0000

Weight

4.6 lb

Video

Video DAC : 12 bit/ 148.5 MHz

Connections

Outputs : HDMI x1, Component x 1, Composite x 1, Analog Audio x 1, Digital Audio Coaxial x 1, Digital Audio Optical x 1

General

Parental Control : Yes

Manufacturer

Sony BDP S360

Dimensions

16.9 in x 2.2 in x 8.1 in

Key Features

DVD Type : DVD player
Playable file formats : MP3, JPEG
Playable Disc Types : DVD-R, DVD-RW, DVD+R, DVD+RW, BD-RE, DVD+R DL
Video Up-Conversion : 1080p

Audio

Surround Sound : Built in Dolby Digital and DTS recorders

Sony BDP S360

ali — Fri, 22 Jan 2010 09:57:30 +0000

Foreword:

Sony BDP S360 released by Sony is the latest version of Blu-Ray player after the success of last year’s Sony BDP S350. A glossy black finish and fine blue light on fascia make the player a delightful addition to your home décor. For people looking for utmost clarity, this player is a must buy. The production of over 2 million pixels per frame gives you perfect sharp and real images. Convert your existing DVDs to 1080p via HDMI technology and watch movies with lifelike images. With in-built Dolby dts-HD and TrueHD, master audio decoding is done with this player so that it serves 7.1 channel surround sound. Sony BDP S360 is for you if you want to enhance your HDTV performance.

HDMI output, Component, and Composite outputs provide various video output options. If you set the BD output audio to Direct and connect its HDMI output to a suitable receiver, you can certainly bring out the best audio capabilities of the deck. Optical or coaxial digital audio outputs can be used too for Dolby and DTS soundtracks.

+Ves:

Great and sturdy design to adorn your living room or bedroom
There are very few buttons on the front of the player giving it clutter-free look
Basic selection of sockets is available on the rear panel and is easy to comprehend
Possibility to up-conversion of DVDs for better image quality
Built-in Dolby Digital and DTS recorder

-Ves:

The player is not Wi-Fi compatible; so one has to rely on the clunky Ethernet connection to go online and need USB flash drive too to store downloaded movies.
Compared to some other companies, this player is designed bit heftily and the first impression does not grab your attention
One cannot play VHS tapes on this player as this is ‘only DVD’ player

Final Word:

With the advanced option for up-conversion of DVDs to 1080p, one gets amazingly clear picture and real life image on Sony BDP S360. Serving 7.1 surround sounds, the player is a great device for playing DVDs, CDs, etc. the HDTV performance is enhanced multifold with this Blu Ray Player. The easy navigation options hidden inside the fascia are easy to comprehend and so is the remote control. The built in recorders are additional plus. If the player would just have some additional features to hook on to net, it would be more user-friendly. But still with so affordable MRP, this player can be a good deal when purchased online.

Samsung DVD 1080P9 Spec

ali — Fri, 22 Jan 2010 09:47:27 +0000

Weight

1700 g

Connections

Digital Audio Coaxial Out : Yes
Composite Video Out : Yes
HDMI port : Yes
USB 2.0 Port : Yes
Power Consumption : 9 W

Security

Child Lock : Yes
Parental Control : Yes

Manufacturer

Samsung DVD 1080P9

Dimensions

509 mm x 49 mm x 206 mm

Video

Video Out : 720p, 1080i, 1080p
Video DAC Converter :Yes
Video Compression Format : MPEG4, DivX

Audio

Audio Compression Formats : MP3, WMA
Supported Discs : DVD, DVD-R, DVD-RW, DVD+R, DVD+RW, CD, CD-R, CD-RW
Supported Image Format : JPEG

Samsung DVD 1080P9

ali — Fri, 22 Jan 2010 09:40:44 +0000

Foreword:

Samsung DVD 1080P9 released by Samsung is an attractive DVD player for the perfect digital transmission of your favorite movie. With glossy piano black front, this model is a versatile companion of movie watchers. With the USB input and CD ripping features, it is easier for you to store your special memories on your MP3 player or USB drive by converting your favorite CD into MP3. Also the multi-codec support system enables you to burn the movies, pictures, and music from your computer and play them on your TV without hassles. Ability to up-convert your existing DVD discs to 1080p via HDMI helps you enjoy real crisp and lifelike images on your screen.

Fast loading is an additional plus of Samsung DVD 1080P9. Instead of using the Blu Ray player, you can use this DVD player for playing regular DVDs and audio CDs. As opposite to some other leading brands, the remote control operation is pretty easy here and also the other controls seem easily comprehensible.

+Ves:

Sleek look makes it a perfect fit in your bedroom or living room that ads value to your interiors
The USB port is given on the front side of the player making it easy to play .mpg, CD, DVD, or picture files
Along with the advanced HDMI output, the device also has regular RCA type jack
On the front panel, there are easy navigation controls so that you can operate it even without user manual
Availability of CD ripper to USB port makes it easier to rip audio CDs
Ability of up-conversion of your regular DVDs so that you enjoy lifelike images
A Digital Photo Disc is there to view your favorite snaps or hear your favorite music on the TV screen
The player supports DVD, DVD±R, DVD±RW, CD, CD-R/RW, MP3, WMA, JPEG, DivX and MPEG-4 file formats

-Ves:

Remote sensor seems a bit dull at times when you are not in straight line to the DVD player
Connecting the old coaxial cable is not possible here

Final Word:

The DVD players from Samsung are always trusted by people for the advanced features and problem-free running of the device for long time. In that range, Samsung DVD 1080P9 is one of the more advanced options for potential buyers those want to experience real life images and quality sound on their TV. The up-conversion facility helps you even watch your old DVDs with better quality. Also the CD ripping facility is unique to this DVD player and certainly the sleek design and structure adds glamour to your living room.