Typical price: £460
What is it: DVD/hard-drive recorder with 200GB hard drive and integrated Freeview tuner
What we think: One of the first recorders to feature an integrated Freeview tuner, this adds another layer of functionality, but like most firsts, it could still be improved
What you need to know
Reviewed on: 5 January 2006
Tags: panasonic, channels, hard drive, recorded
We like:
Everything you need in one box; easy-to-use recording system; massive hard drive
We don't like:
Lacks DivX support; it really needs dual Freeview tuners
You might also need:
Aerial, component video cable, DVD movies, blank DVDs
CNET.co.uk judgement:
At last! A DVD/hard-drive recorder with integrated Freeview tuner. It's the centre of your AV setup in one box. Like most pioneering technology, the essential purchase will likely come with the follow-up -- the EH60D doesn't have dual tuners and can't even play DivX movies. But it's a solid AV performer with great recording features, and the convenience of the setup makes it a recommended purchase
Panasonic DMR-EH60D History
5 Jan 2006 in Crave
The Tosh has launched an even cooler DVD player and recorder -- which among many improvements allows you to email instructions to record your favourite programme if you forget. Cooooool
8 Dec 2005 in Crave
Panasonic DMR-EH60D: Freeview DVD/HDD in one box
The holy grail of DVD recording has arrived -- a Panasonic multi-format recorder that also has a huge 200GB hard drive and a Freeview tuner. Should every other manufacturer pack up and go home?
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