Typical price: £410
What is it: DVD/hard-disk recorder with integrated Freeview and video upscaling
What we think: More than capable, but not the best around
What you need to know
Reviewed on: 12 April 2007
Tags: Pioneer, Pioneer DVR-545HX, electronic programme guide, HD, contrast
We like:
User-friendly features; integrated Freeview; 160GB hard drive; HDMI video upscaling; simple remote; excellent recording performance in high-quality mode
We don't like:
Average build quality; redundant low-quality modes; motion-tracking difficulties
You might also need:
HDMI cable; component cable; RGB Scart; coaxial audio cable
CNET UK judgement:
Pioneer's DVR-545HX offers all the recording and playback features you're likely to use. But, in this competitive market, there are similarly priced rivals that do the same thing but better
Full review:
Now that VCRs have been banished to the annals of home-cinema history, there's been an explosion of interest in digital recorders. And prices have consistently fallen so you can now do it digitally for around £300-£400. Continue Reading...
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