Toshiba DR430 DVD Player / Recorder
- Price: $116.99
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- B&H # TODR430
- Mfr# DR430
Product Highlights
- One Touch Recording
- Video Upconversion up to 1080p
- Multi-Format Recording and Playback
- HDMI CEC
- Zoom
- Auto Finalize
- Front DV Input
- Progressive Out
- Digital Photo Viewer
- Dolby Digital Recording
Record your favorite TV shows or home videos to DVD with the DR430 DVD Player / Recorder from Toshiba thanks to its DVD-recording drive and host of video inputs. For an enhanced DVD video experience optimized for your HDTV, the DR430 sports DVD video upconversion to 1080p. Simply hook your satellite box up to the DR430's component-video or S-video inputs, set the timer, and you're ready to record. If you're looking to preserve home videos, you can either use the same video inputs to connect your VHS player, or the front DV input to connect your video camera directly to the DR430. Finally, this Toshiba DVD recorder records to a variety of DVD formats for optimal versatility. Further, a front-panel USB port makes it easy to connect to digital cameras, camcorders, and portable music players whether for playback or for media transfer to DVD.
If you're a home video enthusiast who needs a multi-faceted DVD player but don't want to settle for anything less than superb performance, the DR430 delivers both versatility and dependability.
- One Touch Recording
-
One Touch Recording* makes recording your favorite show simple. Just connect your DVD recorder to your cable or satellite box and you are set to record with the push of one button.
*External tuner source required to record television programming. This product is not made or sold for unauthorized use of copyrighted works, and it is only intended for recording and playback of authorized content and any other lawful use
- Video Upconversion up to 1080p Resolution via HDMI
-
Video upconversion up to 1080p** takes your current DVDs to a new level, for an amazing viewing experience on today's HDTVs.
**An HDTV or HD Monitor with an HDCP capable HDMI or DVI input is required for video upconversion. To upconvert to 720p, 1080i, or 1080p resolution, a 720p, 1080i, or 1080p capable HDTV or HD Monitor (as applicable) is required. While upconverting DVD video content may result in a picture that appears to be near HD quality, results may vary depending on content, display and settings
- Multi-Format Recording and Playback
-
Multi-format recording and playback*** provides the utmost in recording media convenience with compatibility with the most popular formats (DVD-R, DVD-RW, DVD+R, DVD+RW).
***Some DVD-R / DVD-RW and CD-R / CD-RW discs may be incompatible due to laser pickup, disc design or condition of disc. CD-R / CD-RW discs must be recorded using CD-DA method for CD audio playback. The DVD recorder may not support some MP3 / JPEG recordings due to differences in recording formats, disc structure, or condition of the disc
- HDMI CEC
-
HDMI CEC**** makes controlling multiple components easy. Just connect your player to other compatible devices using an HDMI cable, and then control them using one remote, no additional programming or setup required.
****Use of HDMI CEC feature requires an HDMI CEC compatible display device. Depending on the display device specifications, some or all HDMI CEC functions may not work even if the display device is HDMI CEC compatible
- Zoom
-
Electronically magnifies section of the DVD picture as it appears on the television. Great for focusing on special effects or reducing the black letter mashing at the top and bottom of select titles when viewed on a conventional (4:3) television.
Benefit: Lets user create close-up views of selected areas of the picture
- Auto Finalize
- Simplifies the recording process by automatically finalizing your recording for playback on standard DVD players
- Front DV Input
- Makes it easy to save your precious memories from your camcorder to DVD
- Progressive Out
- Video DAC -10-bit / 54 MHz
- Digital Photo Viewer (JPEG)
- Y / C Separation
- Audio DAC 192kHz / 24bit
- Dolby Digital Recording (2-Ch)
- L-PCM Recording XP mode only
- 3-D Virtual Surround Sound
- Recording Modes 1H(XP) / 2H(SP) / 4H(LP) / 6H(EP) / 8H(SLP)
- Timer Recording 12 programs / 1 month
- OSD Language: English / French / Spanish
- 1.5x FF with audio 1.3x / 0.8x with audio
- Scan FF/REW 2x(fwd) 5x(back), 20x, 40x
- Slow-Motion 1/2(fwd) 1/4(back), 1/8x, 1/16x
- Instant Skip
- Editing Features Playlist / Rename Title / Replace Title Thumbnail / Chapter Creation (User and Auto)
- Timer Back Up (at standby mode)-30 sec
- Auto Finalization with undo
- Commercial Skip
- Video Upconversion 720p / 1080i / 1080p
- V-Chip Recording enables parental guidance control
| Video | |
|---|---|
| System | NTSC |
| Region | DVD: 1 |
| Progressive Scan | Yes |
| HD Upconversion | Yes |
| Video D/A Converter | 54MHz/10-Bit |
| Audio | |
|---|---|
| Dolby Digital/DTS Compatibility | DTS, Dolby Digital |
| Built-in Decoder | Yes |
| HDCD Decoding | Not Specified By Manufacturer |
| Audio D/A Converter | 192kHz / 24Bit |
| LPCM | Yes |
| Virtual Surround | Yes |
| Bass Management | No |
| Frequency Response | Not Specified By Manufacturer |
| Signal to Noise Ratio | Not Specified By Manufacturer |
| Dynamic Range | Not Specified By Manufacturer |
| THD (Total Harmonic Distortion) | Not Specified By Manufacturer |
| THX Certified | No |
| A/V Playback Formats | |
|---|---|
| Video | DVD+R, DVD+RW, DVD-R, DVD-RW, DVD-Video, SVCD, VCD |
| Audio | CD-DA, CD-R, CD-RW |
| File Formats Supported | JPEG, null, WMA |
| DivX Certified | No |
| Convenience | |
|---|---|
| Digital Media Slot | No |
| Slow Motion Playback | Yes |
| Frame-by-Frame Playback | Yes |
| Bookmarking | No |
| Zoom | Yes |
| Input/Output Connectors | |
|---|---|
| Analog |
2x Audio Input 2x Composite Video 2x S-Video 1x Component Video |
| Digital |
1x HDMI 1x Digital Coaxial Audio 1x DV Input |
| Other | 1x USB |
| General | |
|---|---|
| Tray Type | Single Disc Horizontal |
| Remote | Yes |
| Power Requirements | 110 VAC, 60 Hz |
| Power Consumption | Not Specified By Manufacturer |
| Operating/Storage Temperature | Not Specified By Manufacturer |
| Energy Star Compliant | Not Specified By Manufacturer |
| Dimensions (WxHxD) | 16.5 x 2.3 x 10.2" / 419.10 x 58.42 x 259.08 mm |
| Weight | 7.92 lb / 3.59 kg |
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
by PowerReviews(based on 42 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
85%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Easy to set up (26)
- Easy to use (24)
- Great picture quality (19)
- Attractive (18)
- Reliable (16)
Cons
- Slow to load (5)
Best Uses
- Home (18)
- Home theater (8)
- Bedroom (4)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Enthusiast (15), Power user (14), Casual user (13)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (41)
Most Liked Positive Review
Works well
We use this unit in place of a VCR and have not had any problems with it. The picture is acceptable in extended play and gets six hours of recording time. It's also easy ...Read complete review
We use this unit in place of a VCR and have not had any problems with it. The picture is acceptable in extended play and gets six hours of recording time. It's also easy to set up and to use. We also have a four year old DR410 that works well, although, occasionally the picture fails to record but this happens rarely. Bottom line is this: for the price it's a good product.
VS
Most Liked Negative Review
Not Without its Flaws
Price is easily the number one reason to buy this unit. I wanted something new that was also a current model, meaning not refurbished, remanufactured, or even a new-in-box item from one or ...Read complete review
Price is easily the number one reason to buy this unit. I wanted something new that was also a current model, meaning not refurbished, remanufactured, or even a new-in-box item from one or more generations ago. This is because the lasers in these things do eventually degrade and I'm hoping for the longest possible life out of the unit.
This is my first DVD Recorder after owning VCRs by GoVideo (a DVD combo unit), Sony, Panasonic, and GE. I'm accustomed to using 6 or 8 hour tapes and recording TV in the EP low quality setting. Disappointingly, this Toshiba unit in the SLP (8 hour) setting has a lower quality image than a comparable tape. I'm currently using the EP (6 hour) setting, which is acceptable, with the exception of some pixilation when quick movement is present. The "Reducing Block Noise" settings do not help; in fact they make the image worse. Still, the degradation which occurs with tapes over time should not be an issue with DVDs, so long-term quality should be more consistent. To get truly crisp images, you must use the XP mode, which reduces capacity to a paltry 1 hour per DVD. After recording, editing (such as deleting scenes, naming titles, adding chapter marks, etc.), inserting a disc, turning on the unit, deleting titles, or exiting the "Top Menu" after editing, the unit takes between 10 seconds to 2 minutes to load or write to the disc. This is rather cumbersome, but may be similar to other DVD recorders.
The "Top Menu" button on the remote is one of the best features of the DR430. It allows you to preview the first frame of all the titles on your DVD while playing the highlighted title in a small window. This makes locating and identifying content on the DVD much easier than rewinding and fast forwarding a VCR tape or even scanning through a list of title names/times. You can also delete and edit titles through this screen.
The two worst features (after the somewhat disappointing recording quality) are the commercial skip and one-touch recording functions. "Commercial Skip" turned out to be a button on the remote which jumps 30 seconds ahead each time you push it, which seems like false advertising if you ask me. "One-Touch Recording" is supposed to be able to record whatever you set on your satellite/cable box without having to program both. Considering I have an official DirecTV box, it should work—except that it's contingent on the box turning on AND shutting itself off. The DirecTV box never shuts itself off after auto tuning, so it would simply record until the whole DVD was full.
Still, it is a lot easier to program than my old GoVideo VCR unit. You can use the number keys to set the time, or select hour, minute, and AM/PM individually with the arrow keys. If I wanted to set the timer to 9pm on the Go Video VCR and it was 9am, it required using the arrow keys to scroll through 12 hours of digits (as in 9:01am, 9:02am, 9:03am… which even at rapid fire speeds with the arrow held down took several minutes)! It also has S-Video in (satellite box) and out (TV) and a digital audio out for my receiver, the Go Video unit had those, but only on the DVD player side, and without an S-Video in. That means even just watching TV without recording, the image looks much better since it has to pass through the unit.
Be forewarned that many of the features of the Toshiba DR430 are confusingly restricted to different DVD types or modes/formats. To get the full gamut, the best is to use DVD-RW and format them in "VR Mode"—but even then, to divide titles, you must view in "playlist mode" which you must toggle back-and-forth from "original mode" to see everything on the DVD (you cannot see both at the same time). DVD-RW "VR Mode" is the only one which allows you to delete titles at any point on the DVD and then regain the capacity by recording over them. (Other modes include DVD-RW "Video Mode," DVD+RW "VR Mode," DVD-R "Video Mode," DVD+R "VR Mode"). Also, with DVD-R you can only edit title names and delete titles, so for one-time recordings, use DVD+R as they allow you to create chapters wherever you want them.
While I cannot definitively say that there is a competitive model out there which is any better than this one, I suspect a Windows media center or DVR would be a better solution, albeit without the compatibility and convenience of transportable and archivable DVD discs. I still find sorting through recordings cumbersome and slow, where a simple Windows interface would be so much easier. I also think that something with a 1TB drive would be much more capable than having to swap out 4.7GB discs so they don't get full and would allow a higher level of quality without fear of running out of capacity.
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Reviewed by 42 customers
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Pros
- Attractive Design
- Compact
- Consistent Performance
- Easy To Set Up
- Easy To Use
- Has Firewire And Usb Conn
- High Quality Picture
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Toshiba DR430 DVD Player / Recorder:
Does what I need it to do, record dvds from a camera, VHS deck or most any other input. Quality is fine at the sp record speed. I've learned using other recording speeds on dvds play well on the unit the are recorded with but not always on other players. SP speed seems to be very stable on all players. This unit is a good deal. I am puzzled as these units can record at real time and produce a great image, why don't computers have the same ability? Oh well. You'll enjoy using this unit and the price is nice.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Attractive Design
- Easy To Set Up
- Easy To Use
- High Quality Picture
Cons
Best Uses
- Home
Comments about Toshiba DR430 DVD Player / Recorder:
Record programs that are rare
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Toshiba DR430 DVD Player / Recorder:
The reason i gave it 4 stars is because it makes you have a title you have to select to start the DVD and will not just autoplay.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Compact
- Easy To Set Up
- Easy To Use
- High Quality Picture
- Inexpensive
Cons
- Must Give Recording Title
- Slow To Load
Best Uses
Comments about Toshiba DR430 DVD Player / Recorder:
Fairly easy to use and works well. Biggest CON for me when recording is that you have to give the video a title and can't have it just start playing
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Set Up
- Easy To Use
- High Quality Picture
Cons
Best Uses
- Home
Comments about Toshiba DR430 DVD Player / Recorder:
This product makes recording DVD's simple and is very versatile. There was a more expensive product that had a built-in monitor but it's much more cost-effective to connect this product with any TV monitor. Even if you buy this product and a new small TV monitor, you will spend less than if you buy the more expensive product with a built-in monitior.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Set Up
- Easy To Use
Cons
Best Uses
- Home
Comments about Toshiba DR430 DVD Player / Recorder:
The DVD Player/Recorder is working great to transfer 8 mm tapes to DVD. We are making seven copies of each to give to our family for Christmas gifts.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- High Quality Picture
Cons
- Difficult To Set Up
- Difficult To Use
- Slow To Load
Best Uses
- Home
Comments about Toshiba DR430 DVD Player / Recorder:
It played well. But did not record from TV. Many,many different applications but a simple recording from a TV failed over and over.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Attractive Design
- Easy To Set Up
- Easy To Use
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Toshiba DR430 DVD Player / Recorder:
This unit is average. Easy to setup and use.
Must have the best quality dvds.
Don't expect recording quality much than a good VHS tape. I wanted much better quality but could not find any other recorders to choose from.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Consistent Performance
- Easy To Set Up
- Easy To Use
Cons
- Macrovision Enabled
Best Uses
- Home
Comments about Toshiba DR430 DVD Player / Recorder:
Recently a friend of ours came to me and asked for a suggestion on having her wedding VHS copied to DVD. As we started to discuss the matter I remember that I had several 8mm video cassettes that I also wanted to convert. I also wanted to convert the numerous VHS limited addition videos that I also had stored away. The conversation helped me to make a decision to purchase a unit that would do this in a simple (connect and record) manner. At the suggestion of my B&H associate I decided to purchase the Toshiba DR430. I was not disappointed. As a standalone unit it was an easy set up. The unit has an end of recording finalization, which makes it playable in other DVD players. This feature allowed me to hit the record button and walk away. The only setback with this unit is in the fact that it (Like most units of this nature) complies with the copyright infringement law. In other words I was unable to record my limited addition VHS tapes without the help of a Video Enhancer unit at the cost of approx. $ . All-in-all I am satisfied with this unit and so is my friend who now has the lasting memory of her wedding permanently embedded on DVD.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Compact
- Consistent Performance
- Easy To Set Up
- Easy To Use
- High Quality Picture
Cons
Best Uses
- Anywhere
Comments about Toshiba DR430 DVD Player / Recorder:
I was hesitant to buy this dvd burner at first because i am not familiar with toshiba products, but it has turned out to be a great piece of equipment. Very easy to use.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Attractive Design
- Compact
- Consistent Performance
- Easy To Set Up
- High Quality Picture
Cons
- Some instructions ambiguo
Best Uses
- Home
- Home Theater
Comments about Toshiba DR430 DVD Player / Recorder:
Have just started using the Toshiba DR430 and so far it has exceeded expectations. It can be a dream for the tech savvy or a nightmare for those not willing to read, learn, and try. How trouble free and durable, time will tell. So far, the only thing lacking is not being able to record one broadcast channel and view another at the same time. Most people have two or more TV's anyway. B&H service was exemplary, Thank you.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Set Up
- Easy To Use
Cons
Best Uses
- Home
Comments about Toshiba DR430 DVD Player / Recorder:
very easy to use. plug it in connect to cable box and press record. it will copy regular TV and home videos with ease. I would recommend this product
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Attractive Design
- Easy To Use
- High Quality Picture
Cons
Best Uses
- Home
Comments about Toshiba DR430 DVD Player / Recorder:
I mostly use a DVD player/recorder to play purchased DVD's and recording tv for viewing at my convenience. I needed it to replace a recorder that was no longer reliable and at this point I am not interested in paying more for blue ray. I had another Toshiba recorder which I really liked except I could not program it to record more than exactly 1 hrs when set on XP, 2 hrs on SP etc., which I wanted to do in order to be sure to get complete programs. Thankfully this is no longer a problem with this unit. I would recommend the product.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Attractive Design
Cons
- Difficult To Use
Best Uses
- Home Theater
Comments about Toshiba DR430 DVD Player / Recorder:
The first time I used the product I plugged the video cables of my camera in it. Then I started recording. After 15min this DR430 turned off by itself and never turned on again. There was no surcharge or any effect in my house. I can not even remove the DVD to see if it recorded anything. Nothing works. It doens't turn on. I live in Brazil and usually the warranty is not covered here. I know, I lost [$]. I will never buy Toshiba anymore.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Compact
- Easy To Set Up
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Toshiba DR430 DVD Player / Recorder:
Used to record a/v. Standard recorder, but doesn't have memory for settings. We have to set it to LP - 4 hours - every time we turn it on.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Set Up
- Easy To Use
Cons
Best Uses
- Home
Comments about Toshiba DR430 DVD Player / Recorder:
Record movies & back-up home movies.
Easy to Use with simple, user-friendly instruction manual.
DV input can only be used with a DV camera.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Attractive Design
- Compact
- Consistent Performance
- High Quality Picture
Cons
Best Uses
- Video Deposition Back-Up
Comments about Toshiba DR430 DVD Player / Recorder:
Standard DVD recorders are getting harder to find. However, for those of us with the need this one seems to be filling the void. I've only used this unit briefly, but it seems to function well. There are no video clip menus, so that leaves a little-less-than professional appearance there. Although I haven't used it much, as alluded to earlier, a subcontractor of mine has used this unit for a while, & the results have been excellent. The video recordings haven't failed in my experience, & the image quality seems faithfully crisp. Quite good for standard DVD. Finalizing seems a bit non-intuitive at first, but once you figure it out, there shouldn't be any problems there.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Set Up
- Easy To Use
Cons
- Slow To Load
Best Uses
- Home
Comments about Toshiba DR430 DVD Player / Recorder:
Not too many simple player/recorders around. Was happy to find this one and I am happy with it. Does not require a rocket scientist to operate for simple recording from my tv when I am not home.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Attractive Design
- Compact
- Consistent Performance
- Easy To Set Up
- Easy To Use
- High Quality Picture
Cons
Best Uses
- Home Theater
Comments about Toshiba DR430 DVD Player / Recorder:
Well packaged, next day delivery
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
Cons
- Slow To Load
Best Uses
Comments about Toshiba DR430 DVD Player / Recorder:
Says Auto Finalize everywhere, but only autofinalizes with a scheduled event or disc full, I wanted it every time i stopped or ejected the DVD. That being said, it does fine and i just have to use a DVD-RW disc for my project as they don't need finalization. otherwise, fine product
- Was this a gift?:
- No
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
by PowerReviews(based on 42 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
85%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Easy to set up (26)
- Easy to use (24)
- Great picture quality (19)
- Attractive (18)
- Reliable (16)
Cons
- Slow to load (5)
Best Uses
- Home (18)
- Home theater (8)
- Bedroom (4)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Enthusiast (15), Power user (14), Casual user (13)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (41)
Most Liked Positive Review
Works well
We use this unit in place of a VCR and have not had any problems with it. The picture is acceptable in extended play and gets six hours of recording time. It's also easy ...Read complete review
We use this unit in place of a VCR and have not had any problems with it. The picture is acceptable in extended play and gets six hours of recording time. It's also easy to set up and to use. We also have a four year old DR410 that works well, although, occasionally the picture fails to record but this happens rarely. Bottom line is this: for the price it's a good product.
VS
Most Liked Negative Review
Not Without its Flaws
Price is easily the number one reason to buy this unit. I wanted something new that was also a current model, meaning not refurbished, remanufactured, or even a new-in-box item from one or ...Read complete review
Price is easily the number one reason to buy this unit. I wanted something new that was also a current model, meaning not refurbished, remanufactured, or even a new-in-box item from one or more generations ago. This is because the lasers in these things do eventually degrade and I'm hoping for the longest possible life out of the unit.
This is my first DVD Recorder after owning VCRs by GoVideo (a DVD combo unit), Sony, Panasonic, and GE. I'm accustomed to using 6 or 8 hour tapes and recording TV in the EP low quality setting. Disappointingly, this Toshiba unit in the SLP (8 hour) setting has a lower quality image than a comparable tape. I'm currently using the EP (6 hour) setting, which is acceptable, with the exception of some pixilation when quick movement is present. The "Reducing Block Noise" settings do not help; in fact they make the image worse. Still, the degradation which occurs with tapes over time should not be an issue with DVDs, so long-term quality should be more consistent. To get truly crisp images, you must use the XP mode, which reduces capacity to a paltry 1 hour per DVD. After recording, editing (such as deleting scenes, naming titles, adding chapter marks, etc.), inserting a disc, turning on the unit, deleting titles, or exiting the "Top Menu" after editing, the unit takes between 10 seconds to 2 minutes to load or write to the disc. This is rather cumbersome, but may be similar to other DVD recorders.
The "Top Menu" button on the remote is one of the best features of the DR430. It allows you to preview the first frame of all the titles on your DVD while playing the highlighted title in a small window. This makes locating and identifying content on the DVD much easier than rewinding and fast forwarding a VCR tape or even scanning through a list of title names/times. You can also delete and edit titles through this screen.
The two worst features (after the somewhat disappointing recording quality) are the commercial skip and one-touch recording functions. "Commercial Skip" turned out to be a button on the remote which jumps 30 seconds ahead each time you push it, which seems like false advertising if you ask me. "One-Touch Recording" is supposed to be able to record whatever you set on your satellite/cable box without having to program both. Considering I have an official DirecTV box, it should work—except that it's contingent on the box turning on AND shutting itself off. The DirecTV box never shuts itself off after auto tuning, so it would simply record until the whole DVD was full.
Still, it is a lot easier to program than my old GoVideo VCR unit. You can use the number keys to set the time, or select hour, minute, and AM/PM individually with the arrow keys. If I wanted to set the timer to 9pm on the Go Video VCR and it was 9am, it required using the arrow keys to scroll through 12 hours of digits (as in 9:01am, 9:02am, 9:03am… which even at rapid fire speeds with the arrow held down took several minutes)! It also has S-Video in (satellite box) and out (TV) and a digital audio out for my receiver, the Go Video unit had those, but only on the DVD player side, and without an S-Video in. That means even just watching TV without recording, the image looks much better since it has to pass through the unit.
Be forewarned that many of the features of the Toshiba DR430 are confusingly restricted to different DVD types or modes/formats. To get the full gamut, the best is to use DVD-RW and format them in "VR Mode"—but even then, to divide titles, you must view in "playlist mode" which you must toggle back-and-forth from "original mode" to see everything on the DVD (you cannot see both at the same time). DVD-RW "VR Mode" is the only one which allows you to delete titles at any point on the DVD and then regain the capacity by recording over them. (Other modes include DVD-RW "Video Mode," DVD+RW "VR Mode," DVD-R "Video Mode," DVD+R "VR Mode"). Also, with DVD-R you can only edit title names and delete titles, so for one-time recordings, use DVD+R as they allow you to create chapters wherever you want them.
While I cannot definitively say that there is a competitive model out there which is any better than this one, I suspect a Windows media center or DVR would be a better solution, albeit without the compatibility and convenience of transportable and archivable DVD discs. I still find sorting through recordings cumbersome and slow, where a simple Windows interface would be so much easier. I also think that something with a 1TB drive would be much more capable than having to swap out 4.7GB discs so they don't get full and would allow a higher level of quality without fear of running out of capacity.
REVIEWS
Reviewed by 42 customers
Sort by
Displaying reviews 1-20
Previous | Next »
Pros
- Attractive Design
- Compact
- Consistent Performance
- Easy To Set Up
- Easy To Use
- Has Firewire And Usb Conn
- High Quality Picture
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Toshiba DR430 DVD Player / Recorder:
Does what I need it to do, record dvds from a camera, VHS deck or most any other input. Quality is fine at the sp record speed. I've learned using other recording speeds on dvds play well on the unit the are recorded with but not always on other players. SP speed seems to be very stable on all players. This unit is a good deal. I am puzzled as these units can record at real time and produce a great image, why don't computers have the same ability? Oh well. You'll enjoy using this unit and the price is nice.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Attractive Design
- Easy To Set Up
- Easy To Use
- High Quality Picture
Cons
Best Uses
- Home
Comments about Toshiba DR430 DVD Player / Recorder:
Record programs that are rare
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Toshiba DR430 DVD Player / Recorder:
The reason i gave it 4 stars is because it makes you have a title you have to select to start the DVD and will not just autoplay.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Compact
- Easy To Set Up
- Easy To Use
- High Quality Picture
- Inexpensive
Cons
- Must Give Recording Title
- Slow To Load
Best Uses
Comments about Toshiba DR430 DVD Player / Recorder:
Fairly easy to use and works well. Biggest CON for me when recording is that you have to give the video a title and can't have it just start playing
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Set Up
- Easy To Use
- High Quality Picture
Cons
Best Uses
- Home
Comments about Toshiba DR430 DVD Player / Recorder:
This product makes recording DVD's simple and is very versatile. There was a more expensive product that had a built-in monitor but it's much more cost-effective to connect this product with any TV monitor. Even if you buy this product and a new small TV monitor, you will spend less than if you buy the more expensive product with a built-in monitior.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Set Up
- Easy To Use
Cons
Best Uses
- Home
Comments about Toshiba DR430 DVD Player / Recorder:
The DVD Player/Recorder is working great to transfer 8 mm tapes to DVD. We are making seven copies of each to give to our family for Christmas gifts.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- High Quality Picture
Cons
- Difficult To Set Up
- Difficult To Use
- Slow To Load
Best Uses
- Home
Comments about Toshiba DR430 DVD Player / Recorder:
It played well. But did not record from TV. Many,many different applications but a simple recording from a TV failed over and over.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Attractive Design
- Easy To Set Up
- Easy To Use
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Toshiba DR430 DVD Player / Recorder:
This unit is average. Easy to setup and use.
Must have the best quality dvds.
Don't expect recording quality much than a good VHS tape. I wanted much better quality but could not find any other recorders to choose from.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Consistent Performance
- Easy To Set Up
- Easy To Use
Cons
- Macrovision Enabled
Best Uses
- Home
Comments about Toshiba DR430 DVD Player / Recorder:
Recently a friend of ours came to me and asked for a suggestion on having her wedding VHS copied to DVD. As we started to discuss the matter I remember that I had several 8mm video cassettes that I also wanted to convert. I also wanted to convert the numerous VHS limited addition videos that I also had stored away. The conversation helped me to make a decision to purchase a unit that would do this in a simple (connect and record) manner. At the suggestion of my B&H associate I decided to purchase the Toshiba DR430. I was not disappointed. As a standalone unit it was an easy set up. The unit has an end of recording finalization, which makes it playable in other DVD players. This feature allowed me to hit the record button and walk away. The only setback with this unit is in the fact that it (Like most units of this nature) complies with the copyright infringement law. In other words I was unable to record my limited addition VHS tapes without the help of a Video Enhancer unit at the cost of approx. $ . All-in-all I am satisfied with this unit and so is my friend who now has the lasting memory of her wedding permanently embedded on DVD.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Compact
- Consistent Performance
- Easy To Set Up
- Easy To Use
- High Quality Picture
Cons
Best Uses
- Anywhere
Comments about Toshiba DR430 DVD Player / Recorder:
I was hesitant to buy this dvd burner at first because i am not familiar with toshiba products, but it has turned out to be a great piece of equipment. Very easy to use.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Attractive Design
- Compact
- Consistent Performance
- Easy To Set Up
- High Quality Picture
Cons
- Some instructions ambiguo
Best Uses
- Home
- Home Theater
Comments about Toshiba DR430 DVD Player / Recorder:
Have just started using the Toshiba DR430 and so far it has exceeded expectations. It can be a dream for the tech savvy or a nightmare for those not willing to read, learn, and try. How trouble free and durable, time will tell. So far, the only thing lacking is not being able to record one broadcast channel and view another at the same time. Most people have two or more TV's anyway. B&H service was exemplary, Thank you.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Set Up
- Easy To Use
Cons
Best Uses
- Home
Comments about Toshiba DR430 DVD Player / Recorder:
very easy to use. plug it in connect to cable box and press record. it will copy regular TV and home videos with ease. I would recommend this product
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Attractive Design
- Easy To Use
- High Quality Picture
Cons
Best Uses
- Home
Comments about Toshiba DR430 DVD Player / Recorder:
I mostly use a DVD player/recorder to play purchased DVD's and recording tv for viewing at my convenience. I needed it to replace a recorder that was no longer reliable and at this point I am not interested in paying more for blue ray. I had another Toshiba recorder which I really liked except I could not program it to record more than exactly 1 hrs when set on XP, 2 hrs on SP etc., which I wanted to do in order to be sure to get complete programs. Thankfully this is no longer a problem with this unit. I would recommend the product.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Attractive Design
Cons
- Difficult To Use
Best Uses
- Home Theater
Comments about Toshiba DR430 DVD Player / Recorder:
The first time I used the product I plugged the video cables of my camera in it. Then I started recording. After 15min this DR430 turned off by itself and never turned on again. There was no surcharge or any effect in my house. I can not even remove the DVD to see if it recorded anything. Nothing works. It doens't turn on. I live in Brazil and usually the warranty is not covered here. I know, I lost [$]. I will never buy Toshiba anymore.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Compact
- Easy To Set Up
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Toshiba DR430 DVD Player / Recorder:
Used to record a/v. Standard recorder, but doesn't have memory for settings. We have to set it to LP - 4 hours - every time we turn it on.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Set Up
- Easy To Use
Cons
Best Uses
- Home
Comments about Toshiba DR430 DVD Player / Recorder:
Record movies & back-up home movies.
Easy to Use with simple, user-friendly instruction manual.
DV input can only be used with a DV camera.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Attractive Design
- Compact
- Consistent Performance
- High Quality Picture
Cons
Best Uses
- Video Deposition Back-Up
Comments about Toshiba DR430 DVD Player / Recorder:
Standard DVD recorders are getting harder to find. However, for those of us with the need this one seems to be filling the void. I've only used this unit briefly, but it seems to function well. There are no video clip menus, so that leaves a little-less-than professional appearance there. Although I haven't used it much, as alluded to earlier, a subcontractor of mine has used this unit for a while, & the results have been excellent. The video recordings haven't failed in my experience, & the image quality seems faithfully crisp. Quite good for standard DVD. Finalizing seems a bit non-intuitive at first, but once you figure it out, there shouldn't be any problems there.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Set Up
- Easy To Use
Cons
- Slow To Load
Best Uses
- Home
Comments about Toshiba DR430 DVD Player / Recorder:
Not too many simple player/recorders around. Was happy to find this one and I am happy with it. Does not require a rocket scientist to operate for simple recording from my tv when I am not home.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Attractive Design
- Compact
- Consistent Performance
- Easy To Set Up
- Easy To Use
- High Quality Picture
Cons
Best Uses
- Home Theater
Comments about Toshiba DR430 DVD Player / Recorder:
Well packaged, next day delivery
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
Cons
- Slow To Load
Best Uses
Comments about Toshiba DR430 DVD Player / Recorder:
Says Auto Finalize everywhere, but only autofinalizes with a scheduled event or disc full, I wanted it every time i stopped or ejected the DVD. That being said, it does fine and i just have to use a DVD-RW disc for my project as they don't need finalization. otherwise, fine product
- Was this a gift?:
- No
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