Toshiba DR420 DVD Recorder
With 1080p high-definition video upconversion, exquisite digital audio sound, the Toshiba DR420 DVD-Recorder combines superb functionality and versatility, with abilities to record your favorite home movies onto DVD-R/W and DVD+R/W discs with a choice of 5 different recording speeds. Your current DVD library will look and sound better than ever before, because this unit is a progressive-scan player capable of upconverting your DVDs to a 720p, 1080i, and 1080p HD experience. In addition, plug in your digital camcorder to the front panel DV (IEEE) input and make high quality DVDs of your memories quickly and easily.
With its coaxial digital audio output and 192KHz/24-bit audio D/A conversion; enjoy the awesome power of Dolby Digital audio for a wider, more enveloping surround sound experience. Moreover, this recorder offers incredible features that will be hard to match. It offers one-touch recording, fast-scan with audio, auto finalize with undo, HDMI output, component video output, and 54MHz/10-bit video processing. With multi-format playback capabilities, connectivity to virtually any A/V source, REGZA LINK (HDMI CEC), video camera dubbing, and 3D virtual surround-sound, your entertainment choices are endless with the Toshiba DR420.
- High Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) with 1080p HD Upconversion
- If you're looking to pump high-definition DVD playback into your HD displays or projectors, this recorder will do the job. It has a high-bandwidth processor capable of upconverting 720p, 1080i and 1080p through the HDMI output. HDMI supports standard, enhanced, or high-definition video, plus multi-channel digital audio on a single cable.
- Front-Panel DV (IEEE) Input
- Simply connect your digital video camera to the DR420's DV front-input terminal, and you're ready to record images onto a DVD recordable disc. In addition, it offers an S-Video input with stereo RCA inputs within the front-panel.
- REGZA LINK (HDMI CEC)
- REGZA LINK makes controlling multiple components easy. Just connect this unit to other compatible devices using an HDMI cable, and then control them using one remote.
- Recordable Discs with Auto Finalize
- Record your favorite shows onto DVD-R (video mode), DVD-RW (VR and video mode), DVD+R (video mode), and DVD+RW (VR mode) discs. It records in the following modes: XP/1 hr, SP/2 hr, LP/4 hr, EP/6 hr, and SLP/8 hr. In addition, it offers Auto Finalize with Undo, which simplifies the recording task by automatically finalizing the recording for DVD disc compatibility with standard players.
- Multi-Format Playback
- Experience superb versatility with the ability to playback DVD-Video, DVD-RW, DVD-R, DVD+R, DVD+RW, SVCD, VCD, CD-R, CD-RW, CD-DA, MP3, WMA and JPEG images.
- Progressive Scan
- The DR420 is a progressive-scan DVD 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.
- One Touch Recording
- One Touch Recording makes recording your favorite show simple. Connect this unit to your cable or satellite box and you are set to record with the push of one button. Please note: an external tuner source is required to record television programming.
- Component Video Output
- It achieves greater color accuracy and high resolution playback capability when connected via the component output to your projector, plasma and/or LCD/CRT televisions.
- Built-In Dolby Digital Decoder
- With a built-in Dolby Digital decoder, it reproduces surround sound fidelity and sonic realism from your favorite movie soundtracks. It's capable of advanced 24-bit processing and an outstanding sampling frequency of 192KHz.
- Full-Feature Remote Control
- This unit includes a full-feature remote control capable of executing specific commands such slow motion, fast scan, instant skip, and on-screen display. It's also able to execute every command from any angle up to ±30°.
- Multi-Language System
- This player offers the ability to select language preferences; it supports English, Spanish, and French languages.
| Video | |
|---|---|
| System | NTSC |
| Region | 1 |
| Hard Disk Drive | No |
| Progressive Scan Output | Yes |
| HD Upconversion | Yes, 720p, 1080i, 1080p |
| Format Compatibility | |
|---|---|
| DVD Recording Media |
DVD-RW (VR and Video Mode) DVD+RW (VR Mode) DVD-R (Video Mode) DVD+R (Video Mode) |
| Recording Modes | XP/1 hr, SP/2 hr, LP/4 hr, EP/6 hr, SLP/8 hr |
| DVD Playback Media |
DVD-Video DVD-R/W DVD+R/W SVCD VCD |
| CD-R/CD-RW Playback | Yes/Yes |
| MP3 Playback | Yes |
| WMA Playback | Yes |
| Picture CD/JPEG | No/Yes |
| Dolby Digital/DTS | Yes/No |
| SACD/DVD-Audio Playback | No |
| Audio | |
|---|---|
| Built-in Decoder | Yes |
| HDCD Decoding | No |
| Audio D/A Converter | Yes, 192KHz/24-bit |
| Virtual Surround | Yes |
| Bass Management | No |
| Convenience | |
|---|---|
| Digital Media Slot | No |
| TV Tuner | No |
| TiVo | No |
| VCR Plus+ | No |
| Slow Motion Playback | Yes |
| Frame-by-Frame Playback | Yes |
| Bookmarking | No |
| Playback Zoom | Yes |
| Finalize Features | Auto w/undo |
| Connectors | |
|---|---|
| Inputs |
DV Input (IEEE): x1 S-Video: x2 A/V Composite: x1 Set (RCA) |
| Outputs |
Coaxial Digital Audio: x1 (RCA) S-Video: x1 Component Video: x1 Set (RCA) A/V Composite: x1 Set (RCA) HDMI: x1 |
| Other Ports | No |
| General | |
|---|---|
| Remote Control | Yes |
| Power Requirements | 110VAC, 60Hz |
| Dimensions (WxHxD) | 16.54 x 2.32 x 9.72" (420.1 x 58.9 x 246.8mm) |
| Weight | 5.28 lbs (2.39kg) |
| Color | Black |
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
by PowerReviews(based on 8 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
88%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Easy to setup (7)
- Attractive (6)
- Simple controls (6)
- Fast recording (3)
Cons
Best Uses
- Home (4)
- Movies (4)
- Archiving TV shows (3)
- Professional (3)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Power user (4), Enthusiast (3)
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Pros
- Attractive Design
- Fast Setup
Cons
Best Uses
- Movies
Comments about Toshiba DR420 DVD Recorder:
I love movies from the 1930s and 1940s, and the main reason for ordering this product was to record those movies on DVD disks. Since I have been buying from B&H for over 40 years, having been a photographer in New York City, I knew I could [...]. I was not disappointed. The unit[...]and it was a breeze to set it up. It has a very compact design and the instructions booklet is clearly written. The quality of the recordings is superior to anything I have recorded on VHS tapes. I would recommend this product to relatives or friends.
Pros
- Attractive Design
- Fast Setup
- Simple Controls
Cons
Best Uses
- Home
- Movies
Comments about Toshiba DR420 DVD Recorder:
Fantastic! Does everything I wanted it for. I bought this to copy all of my old VHS and 8MM tapes of my kids. It's a whole family history thing I'm trying to preserve. Super easy to set up and use. I patched it between my VHS/DVD combo player and hi-def set in the bedroom and I'm connecting my 8MM digital Sony camera to the fire wire port on the front. The Sony camera is backward compatible with all of my old 8MM tapes from the 1990s and also gives me digital quality on the tapes I've recorded with it. All seamless through the fire wire connection. I've recorded about 20 DVDs in the past week from VHS, 8MM and digital 8MM and they all play in every DVD player I've tried them in. Can't beat this recorder for the price and ease of use. Highly recommended.
Pros
- Attractive Design
- Fast Setup
- Good video quality
- Simple Controls
Cons
- Lacks simple DVD editing
Best Uses
- Archiving TV Shows
- Movies
- Time-shifting
Comments about Toshiba DR420 DVD Recorder:
I purchased the Toshiba DR420 DVD recorder to replace a SONY RDR-VX515 combination DVD-VHS recorder that stopped working recently.
The DR420 allowed me to resume recording movies and other programming as soon as the unit arrived. The programming required a brief time to adapt to after being acustomed to the SONY user interface. After a couple of days I have confidence of being able to program a recording and have it come off reliably with a quality recording.
The only drawback I've found is that where the SONY had a very easy to use method for editing commercials out of recorded material editing on the Toshiba looks as though it will take an investment of significantly more learning and practise time to be able to accomplish similar editing capabilities as the SONY.
However for simple video recording I've been satisfied with the DR420's capabilities (not to mention the attractive price at B&H).
Pros
- Attractive Design
- Fast Recording
- Fast Setup
- Simple Controls
Cons
Best Uses
- Office
- Professional
Comments about Toshiba DR420 DVD Recorder:
This was a very good buy. Had it working five minutes after I opened the box. It was easy to set up and the features, like the timer recording and settings, are very easy to learn and use. Overall, I'm pleased with the product.
Pros
- Fast Recording
- Fast Setup
- Simple Controls
Cons
Best Uses
- Professional
- Storage
Comments about Toshiba DR420 DVD Recorder:
use as back up to recorder for a mini dv camera
Pros
- Attractive Design
- Excellent quality result
- Fast Recording
- Fast Setup
- Simple Controls
Cons
Best Uses
- Archiving TV Shows
- Archiving VCR tapes
- Home
- Movies
- Office
- Professional
- Storage
Comments about Toshiba DR420 DVD Recorder:
I make a DVD each week for distribution to friends and family members. I use five of these machines in tandem to make the copies. The deck is reliable all the time, making an excellent copy in all available modes. I can't distinguish the copy from the master. The deck is easy to operate with the remote. Finalization of discs and chapter writing is done quickly, faster than other brand decks I have. If I had to criticize anything it would be that you must use the remote to change the speed (or mode) of recording. I highly recommend this DVD recorder.
Pros
- Attractive Design
- Fast Setup
- Simple Controls
Cons
- Discs Load Slowly
Best Uses
- Archiving TV Shows
- Home
Comments about Toshiba DR420 DVD Recorder:
Easy to use and set up
auto format RW disc
could be a tad smaller
overall a excellent player/recorder
Disc loads slower than the Panasonic
Pros
Cons
- Discs Load Slowly
Best Uses
- Home
Comments about Toshiba DR420 DVD Recorder:
The good news: The Toshiba DR420 does make DVD's.
The bad news: I bought this recorder to transfer some old VHS movies to DVD. For a lot of the VHS, the recorder refuses to copy the tape, claiming it is copyrighted. I bought the VHS tape and wanted it on DVD for two reasons: 1) so when my VHS player finally dies, I can still watch it and 2) a hundred DVD's can be stored on a shelf in a single binder, where as 100 VHS tapes would take up an entire bookcase.
Bottom Line: I can't backup a lot of the videos I wanted to.
Note: Copyright allows "Fair use" copying. Since I'm not selling or giving away copies of the movies, and I throw the VHS out after copying it, what I'm doing would be considered Fair Use. I only want to be able to watch the movies I purchased.
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- Remote Control
- A/V Cable (RCA)
- 1-Year Parts and 90-Day Labor Warranty
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