Typical price: £250
What is it: DVD recorder with integrated 160GB hard drive and Freeview tuner
What we think: A great all-in-one solution for digital recording
What you need to know
Reviewed on: 30 August 2006
Tags: Toshiba, Toshiba RD-85DT, black levels, HDMI, VCR
We like:
Cool design; fuss-free functionality; excellent overall performance
We don't like:
Average connectivity; noisy operation
You might also need:
Component cable; RGB Scart cable; coaxial audio cable; software recording discs
CNET UK judgement:
Toshiba's RD-85DT offers a versatile and convenient way to make high-quality recordings. It's easy to use and overall performance is excellent -- although connectivity could be better
Full review:
Hybrid recorders that feature both hard drive and DVD recording functions look set to dominate the digital recorder market for the foreseeable future and this is certainly one of the better models out there. Continue Reading...
Toshiba RD-85DT History
1 Sep 2006 in Reviews
Hybrid hard drive/DVD recorders combine the convenience and economy of recording onto a hard drive with the option to archive your favourite moments onto DVD
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