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AND, even if you're willing to do that, IT WILL NOT PLAY ON MACHINES OTHER THAN PANASONIC. I'm returning mine. In order to edit (remove commercials, etc).
So if editing and archiving is important, forget this product. P.S. It will (and is probably intended to)keep you tethered to Panasonic forever.
This is an all-around decent recorder/player, but it has one significant flaw: editing. This was confirmed by Panasonic technical support. This applies to all similar Panasonic models.
you MUST use a DVD-RAM disc. Not the old Sony stashed in the bedroom, not anything.
I use DVD+RW discs which allow me to delete and reuse after viewing. to DVD discs for posterity, and for these I use ordinary DVD+R discs which do not permit adding new material to them. I am very satisfied with this item which was refurbished by Panasonic. I am also transferring my old VHS travel tapes, etc. They are one-time recordings for my own use or for making copies for friends, etc.As I said above, I am very happy with this product and would highly recommend it to anyone with the same needs. It is as good as new and is relatively simple to program for my needs, although there are many other features that are available but which I do not need to use at this time like playing MP3s,JPEG,DivX, etc.I bought this item because I do not have cable or satellite service and receive the new digital TV transmissions on-the-air with ordinary rabbit ears costing about $12. I am fortunate that my house is in plain view of the Sutro TV tower in San Francisco so my reception is perfect.I use it primarily to record TV programs that are broadcasted while I am away from home and which I do not want to miss.
Panasonic refused to acknowledge the problem until confronted with other complaints. Unless you plan to use this for playback only, DO NOT BUY THIS UNIT. The timer on this unit is completely unreliable. Even so, they were reluctant to replace the machine without serious demand. I WOULD GIVE IT ZERO STARS, BUT THIS WAS NOT AN OPTION. It will freeze and fail to record without warning or pattern. I am on my third replacement machine and second firmware upgrade and still having problems.
It was a bit pricey but that's my only dislike. It also works with the new HD broadcasts if you have and older TV and need the tuner.
I don't see how you could be disappointed. You can buy it with confidence.
I had a panasonic camera that I was very impressed by. Crystal clear videos, as good as a DVD you buy or rent from a store.
Tom This quality of this unit is just as high as the camera I love.
The performance of this unit is wonderful.
Getting through to the 1-800 number is close to impossible. I do not recommened buying this unit. This DVD Recorder is horrible. If you call in the evenings the phone is always busy and they close at 9:00 p.m. I have had constant problems with the unit. I have tried calling the 1-800 number and they have been of little help.
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