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DMR-E85HS Progressive-Scan DVD Recorder with Built-in 120 GB Hard Disk

updated on 11/21/2009

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DMR-E85HS Progressive-Scan DVD Recorder with Built-in 120 GB Hard Disk

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"Great idea, features BAD execution!"

on January 26, 2005
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"My VCR/DVD Replacement Dream"

on October 1, 2004
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"Rebirth of TV recording"

on February 20, 2005
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"Overly complicated and perversely unreliable"

by writing1 on February 14, 2006
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"This unit is not for amateurs. Although better than a VCR, it's a LOT more complicated!"

by GeorgePet on April 19, 2005
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"An Amazing Machine"

by Steenfott on March 1, 2005
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Product description from manufacturer

Panasonic's vision of the digital future is driven by the needs and aspirations of its business customers and millions of consumers around the world who use its products every day. The company shares their dream to live a fuller life by providing ways of working smarter and enjoying the rewards of technological advances. PRODUCT FEATURES: Playback of DVD-RAM, DVD-R, DVD-Video, DVD-Audio (2 channel), MP3, CD, CD-R/RW; Progressive Scan for Plasma Displays/LCD TVs/LCD Projectors with compatible inputs; Playlist Playback; New Direct Navigator; Auto Renewal and Relief-Recording; Advanced Hybrid VBR Technology for High Picture Quality.