Samsung DVD-VR375 Tunerless 1080p Up-Converting VHS Combo DVD Recorder OK, I am probably stupid, but does this machine, as well as converting existing VHS tapes to DVD discs, also recorder TV programs directly onto DVD discs?? Samsung DVD-VR375 Tunerless 1080p Up-Converting VHS Combo DVD Recorder OK, I am probably stupid, but does this machine, as well as converting existing VHS tapes to DVD discs, also recorder TV... » Read More Samsung DVD-VR375 Tunerless 1080p Up-Converting VHS Combo DVD Recorder OK, I am probably stupid, but does this machine, as well as converting existing VHS tapes to DVD discs, also recorder TV programs directly onto DVD discs?? « Show Less
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I am looking into this product, also. Do I need a tuner? I have Directv with goes directly into tv. If I want to watch on dvd on my current player, I have to hit source on the tv. Would I be able to record tv this way? Nothing has explained if a tuner only works with cable and not directv.
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Is it possible to make a DVD from this machine of shows you have recorded from Dish Network? Mine SHOWS to be recording, but when I play it back, the DVD is black / blank with no sound. (We have a compatable Samsung HDTV; all our components are run through a Yamaha sound bar system.) Do the disks (I'm using +R) have to be formatted first, or do they automatically format? Thanks in advance.
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Hi there K.........how did this unit turn out for you? I've had mine for a couple of years so far, and it plays DVD's great. I gave up on learning how to copy a tape to a disk, but that is the one feature I needed to rid myself of boxes of old VCR tapes. (See my posts dated 2/21/10.) James says I need a tuner, however the inst. book does not mention that. Thanks for the help, Jeanette
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J Jacob- I've been trying to copy a tape to a dvd and can't get past the 'dubbing' on the menu.Thanks for the heads up
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I didn't use that feature. However, as one that uses a similar Magnavox system to record DVDs & playback, I would say yes. Because, the DVD will usually automatically format first before it starts it's first recording. If others systems utilize same formatting (and it's usually universal), yes.
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EZCAP.TV 116 USB 2.0 VHS to DVD Converter. Capture & convert video from VHS, Hi8, All Camcorders, DVD player, Satellite TV, etc. Capture Xbox 360/Wii/PS3 in full color. Upload videos direct to YouTube, convert for mobile device or make a dvd. Stream live with Skype, MSN, etc. Supports Windows XP/Vista, Windows 7, Windows 8 32/64 bit, Mac OS X 10.5.8 or later. (Electronics) This device is ideal for any analog video capturing. (VHS, 8mm...) Having gone through the easy setup and installation, I made my first atttempt to capture one of my VHS home movies. Fifteen minutes into the video capture, the recording stopped and displayed this message: "VIDEO IS COPYRIGHT PROTECTED.VIDEO CAPTURE WILL NOT RESUME". Don't sweat it. All you have to do is disable the protection pop-up. Here's the fix. And trust me, it works. Haven't had a single issue since this fix. Enjoy. You have to edit a configuration file. Navigate to: C:\Program Files\ArcSoft\TotalMedia ShowBiz\com.ArcSoft.CaptureModule\ Open "CaptureModule.ini" with notepad. Add "ProtectOn=0" under "[CaptureModule]" and save. If it does not let you save, it is because your pc user permissions need to be changed. Right click on the file, select properties select "security" at the top click on "users" and click on the "edit" box Put a click in all the boxes and click on "apply" Now it will let you edit and save the file.
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Thomas, I am so sick of trying to get the Samsung to work, that is, making VHS tapes into DVD disks. You say the Panasonic is a good one, right? Mind sharing the model number? Also, what kind of DVD's does it take? Thanks, JJ
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Hello-If you want to record a tv show off the air you need a dvd rec/with tuner.This evening I went out to eat and before I left home I programmed my recorder to rec the Natl news....which as you know is at 6:30PM.Mike
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It's been a great unit for me. Your question is a bit unclear but here goes. I have Wide Open West as my cable provider. I have extended basic service(meaning that I have ~ 200 stations) I can record to VHS OR DVD directly from the cable as long as the channel does not have the hyphen/dot. Channels "2" through "39" can record on VHS but "59.45" only records to DVD due to restrictions built into the unit. The on-screen message actually says that "digital" channels can not be recorded to VHS, only to DVD. I take this to mean that once a channel number ceases to be a whole number it's DVD only. All of my channels are digital, including 2 through 39.. Hope this helps. It's been a great unit for me. Your question is a bit unclear but here goes. I have Wide Open West as my cable provider. I have extended basic service(meaning that I have ~ 200 stations) I can record to VHS OR DVD directly from the cable as long as the channel does not have the hyphen/dot. Channels "2" through "39" can record on VHS but "59.45" only records to DVD due to restrictions built into the unit. The on-screen message actually says that "digital" channels can not be recorded to VHS, only to DVD. I take this to mean that once a channel number... » Read More It's been a great unit for me. Your question is a bit unclear but here goes. I have Wide Open West as my cable provider. I have extended basic service(meaning that I have ~ 200 stations) I can record to VHS OR DVD directly from the cable as long as the channel does not have the hyphen/dot. Channels "2" through "39" can record on VHS but "59.45" only records to DVD due to restrictions built into the unit. The on-screen message actually says that "digital" channels can not be recorded to VHS, only to DVD. I take this to mean that once a channel number ceases to be a whole number it's DVD only. All of my channels are digital, including 2 through 39.. Hope this helps. « Show Less
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No I don't believe that you can do that with this. I think you can record VHS but it does not burn discs. Just a blueray/dvd player. If you want to burn VHS to disc I suggest you check with Walmart. I was in their store; they had a VHS to DVD recorder/player for under $200. I have not found many machines besided this Panasonic that play all 3 formats VHS/DVD/Blueray disc. I have also had compatability issues with some dvd's (real dvd's not bootlegs}.
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I just purchased a Toshiba D-VR610 DVD/VCR recorder (tunerless), for the purpose of copying my VHS tapes to DVD. Other than a poorly-written manual, I like the unit. I'm using rewriteable DVDs, so that I can learn how to use the unit without wasting DVDs. If you read through all of the reviews on the various websites (Amazon, Bestbuy, etc), you will find that this unit gets high marks by customers, whereas most other brands have various issues.
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I'm thinking about buying a Toshiba DR560 1080p Upconverting DVD Recorder with Built-in Tuner. I have a simple question. My TV (1080I) has a HD Built-in Tuner and a HDMI port. I don't have cable and watch all my HD shows using Air. If I buy the Toshiba DR560, will I be able to watch my local HD Channels in 1080I, also, will I be able to record a HD local channel show which is broadcast in 1080I and watch the recorded verison of that show in HD 1080I?
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Karen, I cannot find anything in any descriptions that say it records in HD, but it sure looks like it does to me. The only reference I can find about it's HD is it "supports full hd 1080p upconversion". I tape HD shows onto the hard drive, edit out segments that I don't want, then I burn them to a DVD. I never record directly to the DVD, because I like to edit first, but I'm sure it would work beautifully. The quality of the DVDs cut from the hard drive is, in my opinion, excellent but I can't absolutely swear they're technically HD. I would recommend the product, it's the best recorder I've ever had. I hope my comments have helped a little. Larry Karen, I cannot find anything in any descriptions that say it records in HD, but it sure looks like it does to me. The only reference I can find about it's HD is it "supports full hd 1080p upconversion". I tape HD shows onto the hard drive, edit out segments that I don't want, then I burn them to a DVD. I never record directly to the DVD, because I like to edit first, but I'm sure it would work beautifully. The quality of the DVDs cut from the hard drive is, in my opinion, excellent but I can't absolutely swear they're technically HD. I would recommend the product, it's the best... » Read More Karen, I cannot find anything in any descriptions that say it records in HD, but it sure looks like it does to me. The only reference I can find about it's HD is it "supports full hd 1080p upconversion". I tape HD shows onto the hard drive, edit out segments that I don't want, then I burn them to a DVD. I never record directly to the DVD, because I like to edit first, but I'm sure it would work beautifully. The quality of the DVDs cut from the hard drive is, in my opinion, excellent but I can't absolutely swear they're technically HD. I would recommend the product, it's the best recorder I've ever had. I hope my comments have helped a little. Larry « Show Less
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I never purchased this item; I do have a "lite-on" vhs/dvd combo player. You need to be more specific w/your problem so someone who DOES know about electronics can help. Are you putting in the vhs when you get this message on your TV screen? Have you made sure the tape is re-wound? Do you have the wires connected to the right source on back of your TV? It's very difficult to help without all these questions answered first. I recommend taking it or calling a TV repair shop; they're very helpful over the phone most times; if they're not, call the next one on your phone book or PC yellow pages. I never purchased this item; I do have a "lite-on" vhs/dvd combo player. You need to be more specific w/your problem so someone who DOES know about electronics can help. Are you putting in the vhs when you get this message on your TV screen? Have you made sure the tape is re-wound? Do you have the wires connected to the right source on back of your TV? It's very difficult to help without all these questions answered first. I recommend taking it or calling a TV repair shop; they're very helpful over the phone most times; if they're not, call the next one on your phone book or PC... » Read More I never purchased this item; I do have a "lite-on" vhs/dvd combo player. You need to be more specific w/your problem so someone who DOES know about electronics can help. Are you putting in the vhs when you get this message on your TV screen? Have you made sure the tape is re-wound? Do you have the wires connected to the right source on back of your TV? It's very difficult to help without all these questions answered first. I recommend taking it or calling a TV repair shop; they're very helpful over the phone most times; if they're not, call the next one on your phone book or PC yellow pages. « Show Less
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External tuner means a cable box/DVR type of unit. The DVD recorder has no tuner of any kind in it. It will record just fine off of a cable box or DVR, but cannot be used like VCR's in the old days to record TV programs by itself. If you want to record digital TV off the air, you will need a digital box. TV's are simply players. They have nothing to do with the recording process.
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Thanks ! well, first I placed a new DVD + R and it shows that it is loading...... then I get an error on the tv about error reading dvd. If place the vhs and play it. I will hit record on the remote control but nothing happened. initially I had input from control to select L1 and EP from the control but still ..... I am able to watch on the tv what I have on the vhs , >>>> thanks
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I have a standard cable television provider, and I have been able to record from either TV or a DVD onto a VJS tape, or from either TV or a VHS tape onto a DVD. Personally, I don't understand the bad reviews below, because I have had great experiences using this machine. In fact, I used one so much for several years that I wore it out, and bought another one, asd later yet another one to use in a different room of my house. I love this Panasonic VCR/DVD combination unit.
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Yes, for sure, I would recommend that you aquire an owner's manual, if you don't already have one. By using the dubbing funtion on the remote/machine, you can very easily record dvd's to vhs tapes, and, also vhs tapes to dvd's. Get yourself an owner's manual, online, or at your favorite electronics store, the instructions for these operations are fully explained. I hope this has been some help to you.
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Yes, I just bought a Toshiba D-VR610 for my parents last week, and we watched a few VHS tapes without any problems. I was also able to dub them to DVD-R just fine too. Initially I was having problems watching VHS, until I realized that this unit has TWO sets of outputs on the back. Output #1 has a choice of high-quality video outputs like S-Video, Component video, etc., while output #2 has RCA jacks only. At first I thought I could just use the high-quality component output for everything but I was wrong: output #2 works with both the VHS and DVD player, but output #1 only works with DVD. So if you want to use this unit to watch both DVD discs and VHS tapes, you have two options. You can just stick with output #2 for everything (which is what I did for my parents' set). This sacrifices some of the screen quality but it's simple to set up. Or you can use both output #1 and output #2 and route them into two different inputs on your television set and/or home theatre receiver. With that set-up, you'd just have to change the input channel on your TV depending on whether you want to watch VHS or DVD. That way you get to use the high-quality of the DVDs when your TV is receiving from output #1, but also have the option of watching VHS if you switch the TV over to read from output #2. In summary: yes, you can watch VHS tapes, so long as you're using your basic RCA output cables (included) and have them plugged into output #2. Again, the VCR won't play through the other output jacks like S-video, component video, etc.
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What model VCR/DVD do you have? Most TVs have AV outputs now that you can hook to to record. Are you trying to record from an antenna or a cable box? It's better to buy a VCR/DVD with a tuner already in it. For myself, I bought a separate up-verting DVD player and a separate VHS player as the combos are getting hard to find, and very expensive.