Review on Panasonic PV-D4762 DVD-VCR Combo: A Convenient Multimedia Solution by Dale Hing

This DVD-VCR combo is a replacement for a similar unit that I bought new in 2001 and used safely for five years before bringing it in for service - unfortunately the dealer suddenly went broke and i could never return the device. I've been looking for a similar device ever since, but most manufacturers have now removed the tuner from their VCRs (included in this box), which is a critical factor if you don't have a cable. This device also offers three-speed recording and playback: SP/LP/EP, while inexplicably most VCRs available today do not use LP, which combines the best picture quality with a fairly long recording time (4 hours). Luckily I was able to find this unit at Revain in "like new" condition. The initial setup is a bit tricky, but the instruction manual is clear and walks you through the necessary steps. There may be too many options for the average user, but you really only need to use the basic features. Most importantly, the picture quality of tape and DVD playback is excellent. As manufacturers start phasing out VCRs, such devices will become hard to come by. Highly recommend if you can find it. Werner