RCA DVD Recorders

The Bottom Line: RCA's combo VCR/DVD recorder does a good job of archiving old VHS tapes to disc.

Specs: Stereo, Universal remote control, JPEG photo playback, Progressive scanning

The Bottom Line: The first networkable HTIB with a built-in hard drive, the RTD750 is a harbinger of convergence, but it has significant shortcomings.

Specs: Surround sound, Universal remote control

The Bottom Line: With its built-in programming guide, the DRC8000N is a fine value for basic recording--as long as it works with your cable system.

Specs: DVD recorder, Tabletop, Universal remote control, MPEG, Stereo

The Bottom Line: Despite its worthwhile DVR features and lack of a monthly fee, this attempt at a digital-media server falls short.

Specs: Stereo, Universal remote control, Progressive scanning

Specs: Stereo, Remote control