Pioneer DVR-LX70 Multi-System DVD Recorder
- No Longer Available
This unit has only an analog broadcast tuner and will require a converter box after February 17, 2009, to receive over-the-air broadcasts with an antenna because of the Nation's transition to digital broadcasting. Analog-only TVs should continue to work as before with cable and satellite TV services, gaming consoles, VCRs, DVD players, and similar products. For more information, call the Federal Communications Commission at 1-888-225-5322 (TTY: 1-888-835-5322) or visit the Commission's digital television website at: www.dtv.gov.
This unit may require a multi-system TV or system converter to view PAL DVDs in the US.
The Pioneer DVR-LX70 Multi-System DVD Recorder combines functionality and versatility, with abilities to record PAL or NTSC signals onto DVD+R/W, DVD-R/W, and DVD-RAM discs with a choice of 6 different recording speeds. Also, enjoy the ability to record up to 1142 hours (MN mode) onto the internal 500GB hard disc drive, and then edit the content. Your current DVD library will look and sound better than ever before, because this unit is a progressive scan component player capable of upconverting your DVDs to a 1080p high-definition experience.
Moreover, this player offers exquisite audio reproduction that will be hard to match, by incorporating a 192KHz/24-bit audio D/A converter. It offers Dolby Digital audio decoding, DivX Home Theater Certification, DV (IEEE) front-input, USB Direct Input, HDMI (Ver 1.3) output, PAL/SECAM/DVB-t TV tuners. With connectivity to virtually any A/V source, one-touch recording, simultaneous recording and playback capabilities, your entertainment choices are endless with the Pioneer DVR-LX70.
Note! This unit may require a multi-system TV or system converter to view PAL DVDs in the US.
This item is imported and it is not supported by a MFR warranty.
To support this product B&H Photo provides a 90 day warranty.
- Internal 500GB Hard Disk Drive
- Enjoy the convenience of recording PAL or NTSC onto the internal 500GB hard disc, it offers up to 7 recording modes: XP (106 hrs), SP (212 hrs), LP (424 hrs), EP (638 hrs), SLP (850 hrs), SEP (1064 hrs), and MN (1422 hrs).
- Built-in NTSC, PAL, and SECAM Tuners
- This unit offers built-in NTSC, PAL, and SECAM TV tuners, capable of receiving and recording your favorite TV shows in both systems. In addition, it features a DVB-T tuner capable of receiving Europe's HDTV broadcasts. Note: this unit requires a multi-system TV to view PAL DVDs in the US.
- High Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) 1080p
- It has a high-bandwidth processor capable of upconverting 720p/1080i and 1080p through the HDMI (Ver 1.3) output. HDMI supports standard, enhanced, or high-definition video, plus multi-channel digital audio on a single cable.
- Pure Cinema Progressive Scan Technology
- This recorder is a progressive scan player, capable of scanning an entire video frame at once; scan-lines commonly associated with interlaced video are drastically reduced. The result is a spectacularly clear image with no motion artifacts (stair-stepping), and details so sharp they seem as if they're etched onto the screen.
- DV (IEEE 1394) Input
- Just connect your digital video camera to the unit's front-panel DV terminal, and you're ready to record images onto a DVD recordable disc.
- Recordable DVD Media
- Record your favorite shows onto DVD-R/W, DVD+R/W, and DVD-RAM discs, offering up to 6 recording modes.
- Multi-Format Player
- Don't worry about limited playback capabilities, it can play DVD-Video, DVD-RW, DVD-R, DVD-R DL, DVD+R, DVD+RW, DVD+R DL, DVD-RAM, SVCD, VCD, CD, CD-R, CD-RW, MP3, WMA, and JPEG images.
- DivX Home Theater Certified
- DivX is video compression software, which enables high quality video to be compressed into very small files then downloaded onto CD-R or CD-RW and played back with very little loss of quality.
- High-Performance Outputs
- With playback specifications that meet the standards of professionals, it features a component video output for high-resolution low-distortion video playback, and a coaxial digital audio output for high-quality audio playback to your home theater system.
- One-Touch Recording
- This unit offers the ability to set a recording time at the touch of a button. The recording automatically stops when the recording time you set is reached or the disc is full.
- Dolby Digital Sound
- It offers a built-in Dolby Digital decoder capable of advanced 24-bit processing and an outstanding sampling frequency of 192KHz.
- Full-Feature Remote Control
- It includes a full-feature remote control able to execute every command from any angle up to ±30°.
| Video | |
|---|---|
| System | NTSC/PAL/SECAM |
| Region | All |
| Hard Disk Drive | 500GB |
| Recording Modes | XP (106 hrs), SP (212 hrs), LP (424 hrs), EP (638 hrs), SLP (850 hrs), SEP (1064 hrs), MN (1422 hrs) |
| Compression Format | MPEG-2 |
| Progressive Scan Output | Yes |
| HD Upconversion | Yes, 720p/1080i/1080p |
| Format Compatibility | |
|---|---|
| DVD Recording Media |
DVD-R DVD-RW DVD+R DVD+RW DVD-RAM |
| DVD Playback Media |
DVD-Video DVD-R DVD-RW DVD-R DL DVD+R DVD+RW DVD+R DL SVCD VCD |
| CD-R/CD-RW Playback | Yes/Yes |
| Dolby Digital/DTS | Yes |
| MP3 Playback | Yes |
| WMA Playback | Yes |
| Picture CD/JPEG | No/Yes |
| SACD/DVD-Audio Playback | No/Yes |
| Audio | |
|---|---|
| Built-in Decoder | Yes |
| HDCD Decoding | No |
| Audio D/A Converter | Yes, 192KHz/24-bit |
| Virtual Surround | Yes |
| Bass Management | No |
| Convenience | |
|---|---|
| Program Timer Weeks/Events | Yes |
| Digital Media Slot | No |
| TV Tuner |
PAL-B/G/D/K/I SECAM-B/G/D/K NTSC DVB-t HDTV (Europe) |
| TiVo | No |
| VCR Plus+ | No |
| Slow Motion Playback | Yes |
| Frame-by-Frame Playback | Yes |
| Bookmarking | No |
| Playback Zoom | Yes |
| Connectors | |
|---|---|
| Inputs |
S-Video - x1 A/V Composite - x2 (RCA) DV (IEEE) - x1 RF Antenna - x1 (Coaxial) Euro-SCART (RGB) - x1 |
| Outputs |
Coaxial Digital Audio - x1 (RCA) S-Video - x1 Component Video - x1 (RCA) A/V Composite - x1 (RCA) HDMI (Ver 1.3) - x1 Euro-SCART (RGB) - x1 |
| Other Ports | USB - x1 |
| General | |
|---|---|
| Remote Control | Yes |
| Power Requirements | 110-240VAC, 50/60Hz |
| Dimensions (WxHxD) | 16.6 x 3.0 x 13.9" (420 x 77 x 355mm) |
| Weight | 14.5 lbs (6.6kg) |
| Color | Black |
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Pros
- Attractive Design
- Simple Controls
Cons
- Confusing Set Up
Best Uses
Comments about Pioneer DVR-LX70 Multi-System DVD Recorder:
Our office bought this product to transfer our many VHS tapes to DVD. When all was said and done the product did it job. However, a week-long dialogue between myself and Pioneer was required first (support was prompt and thorough via email, a BIG plus). This product is set up for a Korean market and I had to bear the dizzying effects of setting up the machine from a scrolling screen! One other con is that the recording can only take place in real time hence a 2 hour movie will take 2 plus hours(with finalizing)to record. However, I'm sure this fault is due to the VHS technology, still, for the price couldn't Pioneer speed it up a bit?
Pros
- Attractive Design
- Fast Recording
- Hard Drive to Record To
- Huge Storage Capacity
- No Monthly Fees
- US Tuner
Cons
- Default is PAL System
- Learning Curve on Usage
- Need to Manually Tune
Best Uses
- Archiving TV Shows
- Home
- Movies
- Recording Sports Events
- Storage
- Transferring Home Video
Comments about Pioneer DVR-LX70 Multi-System DVD Recorder:
Finding a DVR with Hard Drive and NTSC Tuner for the US Market has become next to impossible. Many of the brands that made these units in the past (Panasonic, Toshiba) no longer do. This is one of the few (only?) units I've seen available.
If you plan to use the NTSC tuner on this unit in the United States on a standard coxial cable (F Connector), you will need to buy two adapters. I found both of these at my neighborhood RS electronics store and they are also available online. One PAL Female (European TV) to F Connector (Female) and One PAL Male (European TV) to F Connector (Female). They are both relatively inexpensive (less then $15 for both).
The default on this unit is 625 line system (PAL), you will need to change it to 525 (NTSC)or the video and sound will be bad.
The default for HMDI output will be 1080p, if your TV isn't 1080p, you will need to use the included component video cables (red, white, yellow) first to view the set up screen to change the default (to 720p).
Auto tune didn't work as expected. This unit would not automatically tune all of my unscrambled US cable stations... it tuned most, but they were not in order. I ended up manually tuning and assigning all of my cable TV stations. (Selecting US and M/N sound). That took about 15 minutes.... but was relatively simple.
Despite all of the effort required in the initial set up, this unit is well worth all of the trouble as it now works like a charm. The learning curve might be a little steep for someone new to DVR's, but it's operation was very much like my old Panasonic units so it was easy for me to use.
The Automatic TV Guide and Auto Time setting didn't work for me (in my area), but I don't mind manually programming the shows I record.
This Pioneer unit is great, lots of storage on the Hard Drive, Chase recording, no monthly fee and the ability to xfer to DVD's from the Hard drive. It's a Little expensive, but still Highly recommended for the functionality it provides. Get them while you can.
Pros
- Consistent Performance
- Durable
- Easy To Use
- High Quality Picture
Cons
Best Uses
- Home
Comments about Pioneer DVR-LX70 Multi-System DVD Recorder:
Was searching for a high-end recorder with hard- drive, and Pioneer has the quality and features that doesn't disappoint. The only distraction so far is the clock and timer functions use international date and times format only, otherwise it's straight forward and easy to use. As expected, the picture and sound quality are also excellent. Highly recommend!
Pros
- Consistent Performance
- Durable
- Easy To Use
- High Quality Picture
Cons
- Unattractive Design
Best Uses
- Home
Comments about Pioneer DVR-LX70 Multi-System DVD Recorder:
To record tv program and play DVD-film.
HDD with great capacity (500 Gb) is good for
storage.
Programable, record and store for long time
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- Remote Control
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- RF Antenna Cable
- 2 x AAA Batteries
- User Manual
- 90-Day Parts and Labor Warranty
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