Toshiba D-R550 DVD Recorder with 📀 Built-in Tuner – Upconverting to 1080p, Div-X Certified Review

I bought TWO of these devices for TWO different televisions. They help well to receive weak (over the air) TV signals from an indoor antenna, without them we won't be able to get a picture. There are TWO problems I've found with these devices: 1) I can ONLY RECORD to -RW cdr even though the user manual says it works on BOTH -RW/+RW, 2) even when the device is off ENGINE goes in the strangest moments INSIDE the device. In these cases, you need to turn the device on and "boot" it, then turn it…

I love that I was even able to get a DVD burner. This deal resulted in a nice looking, fully working unit with a new remote control, although no part deliveries were specified at the time of purchase. The included test CD had 6 static chapters plus a 30 second chapter of some sort of religious show. I would suggest creating a different kind of test disc. This device, as well as devices from other brands, should be placed in a location where they can be easily disconnected for a reset, as they…

I bought this product in December 2007 for my relatives to have something to record and be ready for the digital age. Good things first: It's incredibly easy to set up, which is great for seniors. It picks up all digital channels just as well as any other device I've tried. Now for the bad: There is no digital signal out of the antenna/cable out connector. This isn't a problem if your TV has RCA inputs. Unfortunately, my relatives had an extra old TV that they didn't have. Second, the 480p…

I was looking for a DVD recorder to replace my lightning struck Magnavox. My old voice recorder is a year old and I've learned a few things this year: 1. If you look at the reviews; it seems that all units, all manufacturers have their own problems.2. The main problem is that the consumer buys and writes negative reviews. These devices are not as easy to operate as a VCR. This is new technology and requires you to read the manual or at least the quick start guide.3. Basically, DVD recorders are