This unit may require a multi-system TV or system converter to view PAL DVDs in the US
The Panasonic DMR-EH68 Multi-System, Multi-Zone DVD-Recorder combines functionality and versatility, with abilities to record your favorite TV shows or home movies onto a slew of DVD formats. The internal 320GB hard disc drive can record up to 71 hours high resolution video, or up to 567 hours low resolution video. Your current DVD library will look and sound better than ever before, because this recorder is a progressive scan player capable of upconverting your DVDs to a high-definition experience.
Moreover, this recorder offers incredible features that will be hard to match. Enjoy the awesome power of Dolby Digital and DTS audio decoding, one second quick-start recording, VIERA Link Control, SD Slot, DV (IEEE) input, and HDMI output. With world-wide features, connectivity to virtually any A/V source, hi-speed dubbing, and simultaneous recording and playback capabilities, your entertainment choices are endless with the Panasonic DMR-EH68.
Note! This unit requires a multi-system TV or a video 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.
| Video | |
|---|---|
| System | PAL/NTSC |
| Region | 1 - 5 |
| Hard Disk Drive | 320GB |
| Recording Time | XP: Approx. 71 hours, SP: Approx. 142 hours, LP: Approx. 284 hours, EP: Approx. 426 hours/567 hours |
| Progressive Scan Output | Yes |
| HD Upconversion | Yes |
| Format Compatibility | |
|---|---|
| DVD Recording Media |
DVD-RW DVD-R DVD-R DL DVD+R DVD+RW DVD+R DL DVD-RAM |
| DVD Playback Media |
DVD-RW (VR Mode) DVD-RW (Video Mode) DVD-R DVD+R DVD+RW DVD-RAM |
| CD-R/CD-RW Playback | Yes/Yes |
| Dolby Digital/DTS | Yes/Yes |
| MP3 Playback | Yes |
| WMA Playback | No |
| Picture CD/JPEG | No/Yes |
| SACD/DVD-Audio Playback | No/Yes |
| Audio | |
|---|---|
| Built-in Decoder | Yes |
| HDCD Decoding | No |
| Audio D/A Converter | Yes, 96KHz/24-bit |
| Virtual Surround | No |
| Bass Management | No |
| Convenience | |
|---|---|
| Digital Media Slot | Yes, SD |
| TV Tuner | Yes (NTSC/PAL) |
| TiVo | No |
| VCR Plus+ | No |
| Slow Motion Playback | Yes |
| Frame-by-Frame Playback | Yes |
| Bookmarking | No |
| Playback Zoom | Yes |
| Connectors | |
|---|---|
| Inputs |
DV Input (i-Link) - x1 S-Video - x1 A/V Composite - x1 (RCA) |
| Outputs |
Optical Digital Audio - x1 S-Video - x1 Component Video - x1 (RCA) A/V Composite - x1 (RCA) HDMI - x1 |
| Other Ports | SCART x1, USB 2.0 Port x1 |
| General | |
|---|---|
| Remote Control | Yes |
| Power Requirements | 110-220VAC, 50/60Hz |
| Power Consumption | 36W |
| Dimensions (WxHxD) | 16.9 x 2.3 x 12.9" (430 x 59 x 326mm) |
| Weight | 9.2 lbs (4.2kg) |
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Comments about Panasonic DMR-EH68 Multi-System, Multi-Zone DVD-Recorder:
This has been an excellent deck and good bang for the buck. The record quality and ease of use are very good. The display and controls are limited but I suspect Panasonic has been doing that to keep the prices down. I use this in an educational environment daily. I have a similar model at home that has worked well for years. My only real complaint is that they took the setup btton off the remote from previous models.
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Comments about Panasonic DMR-EH68 Multi-System, Multi-Zone DVD-Recorder:
A great recorder for off the air and playback of DVDs, but if you're like most of us, you've got satellite, guess what? Panasonic only provided low quality signal input capability for recording.
Output is fantastic, HDMI and component video. Input is standard composite video. There is a SCART connector, but apparently, that can only take composite video, and there is a front panel DV for recording from camcorders, again, not too helpful.
Back to the drawing boards.
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