Home Cinema Systems > 5.1 Channel Surround Home Cinema Systems > with DVD Recorder

Advantages: DVD recorder, HDD , Jukebox & surround sound all in one
Disadvantages: cant watch Digital TV if recording Terrestial unless extra scart added

...all the time so the pioneer with its built in digital Jukebox seemed like all our dreams had come at once. Setting up was not easy but once we had sorted out the basics from the 155 page manual it was OK. The choice of recording to HDD or to disc was great .. you can also record what you have from HDD to disc if you really like the film or program you have recorded.. BUT you cant record from the digital Jukebox to disc so if creating CD's is your ...
...remotes & just use the Pioneer one. It takes a bit of reading & remembering which buttons are for which but once you get the hang of it its great. . Basically if you want HDD, DVD, the possibility of Multiregion .. this can be done by several suppliers and storage for your music then this ones for you. Finally the surround system is great. The option of using the back speakers at the ftont ontop of the front big speakers is superb. It relays the ... Read review

Advantages: Recording DVD Function
Disadvantages: Does not write on DVD-RW

...Finally I came across the Panasonic SC-HT25R. The crispness and quality of the sound was so above the rest that I almost decided on what to buy on the spot. However, there were some other units that I had to check out first. THE DECISION It was clear in my mind which unit I wanted to buy. Apart from the sound quality, this set has the functionality of a DVD Recorder. SATISFACTION Having used this equipment for around 3 weeks, I am pleased that ...
...decide again, I would choose the same unit. THE UNIT The SC-HT25R is a 'separates' Home Theatre system. This means that the Tuner is separate from other equipment. The DVD Recorder is a separate unit. This is good because while the Home Teatre technology has a very long lifetime (with Dolby Digital Surround and DTS here to stay), the technology for DVD is likely to improve in the short while. THE AV TUNER/AMPLIFIER This unit consists of a beautifully ... Read review

Advantages: top quality in this price range
Disadvantages: none

...options one option will let you edit the videos at a later date however in this mode not many other dvd players will be able to read the disc. but im just being picky. this has been a great investment and has been very reliable 10 out of 10 jvc ... Read review

Advantages: it makes a good ornament
Disadvantages: it frustrating looking at it cos it cost a fortune

...even working. i bought a philips 32" flat screen the same time as these and it all cost 1750 euros, im just waiting for that to break down now. it makes me sick that companies can sell electrical equipment for such high prices and then they dont even work. i always thought philips was an expensive make because it was a good make. i couldnt have been more wrong. well i am going to fight to get a replacement or my money back because i dont think they ... Read review

Advantages: superb quality of sound and picture
Disadvantages: hidden costs

The basic points of the entertainment system are: Pros: 1 - Unbelievable sound quality 2 - Easy installation, 3 cables, 2 speakers, 1 boxset hence 321 3 - great picture quality 4 - prepares you for the future of digital tv with HD compatibility 5 - stores huge amounts of music on the hard drive installed in the set. Cons : 1 - hidden costs in the hdmi cable and speaker fixings. 2 - unattractive box set. Large and clumsy. 3 - only comes ...
...is a beautiful model and great for home entertainment without bursting your purse strings. Unbelievably easy to install with minimal effort, only things were when I bought it there were the hidden costs of speaker fixings to attach to the wall and the hdmi cable for future purchase of a HDTV but otherwise highly recommend it. ... Read review