Typical price: £300
What is it: A hard drive and DVD recorder
What we think: If we weren't addicted to the convenience of EPG-aided recording, this would be one tempting recorder
What you need to know
Reviewed on: 7 February 2005
Tags: Pioneer, Pioneer DVR-520H, playlists, connections, discs
We like:
Excellent recording quality; slim design; easy-to-use menus; good DVD and hard drive dubbing and backup features
We don't like:
No electronic programming guide or IR blaster; no fit-to-disc or 2.5-hour recording speed
You might also need:
Cables; blank DVD media
CNET UK judgement:
Although it lacks a programming guide like that of its TiVo-powered rivals, Pioneer's slim, beginner-friendly DVR-DVD combo boasts some thoughtful features
Full review:
Pioneer's slim and trim DVD recorder/hard disk combination might be missing an electronic programming guide, but its powerful archiving features and beginner-friendly menus help make up for lost ground. Continue Reading...
Pioneer DVR-520H History
14 May 2005 in Reviews
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