Panasonic DMR-E55K
Manufacturer: Panasonic Part number: DMR-E55K
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- Bottom Line:
- Panasonic's least-expensive DVD recorder is a good choice for basic TV and video archiving.
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CNET editors' review
Panasonic DMR-E55K price range: $599.95
- Reviewed by: David Katzmaier
- Edited by: John Falcone
- Reviewed on: 08/31/2004
- Released on: 06/01/2004
The good: Relatively inexpensive; excellent recording quality in XP and SP modes; simultaneous recording and playback with DVD-RAM; Flexible Recording mode.
The bad: Somewhat difficult to use; no IR blaster for cable box control; soft recording quality in EP mode; no FireWire input.
The bottom line: Panasonic's least-expensive DVD recorder is a good choice for basic TV and video archiving.
User reviews
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Great entry level recorder
by mdiaz on March 24, 2005
Pros: Excellent recording and easy to sue.
Cons: No cable box control feature which can be frustrating. Cable channel needs to be set to record. No timer control.
Summary: I would recommend this unit if you don't care about having a timer-controlled cable or satellite box. For me not have this feature defeats the purpose of upgrading from ...
Summary: I would recommend this unit if you don't care about having a timer-controlled cable or satellite box. For me not have this feature defeats the purpose of upgrading from a vcr.
1 out of 1 users found this user opinion helpful.
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More trouble than it is worth, very picky about disc brand
by chrmkr1785 on December 26, 2005
Pros: great picture quality, OK ease of use
Cons: picky about discs, terrible customer service
Summary: We had it almost 11 months before it decided that even the brand of discs it usualy liked were no longer acceptable. Panasonic has one of the least responsive customer ...
Summary: We had it almost 11 months before it decided that even the brand of discs it usualy liked were no longer acceptable. Panasonic has one of the least responsive customer service operations we have ever encountered. Long wait times, lack of specificity in solutions, indifferent service people. We might be able to have it serviced under waranty but only parts are covered after 90 days. Right now I will consider any brand BUT Panasonic.
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This thing is awsome!!
Pros: Easy to use Tons of features Practically runs itself It makes you wonder how you got by without one.
Cons: None so far
Specifications
- Manufacturer: Panasonic
- Part number: DMR-E55K
- Description: It's a digital world. A world where sound surrounds you and pictures dazzle the imagination. It's a world where the excitement of the movies is captured and brought to life on a simple five-inch disc - the size of a CD. Welcome to the incredible world of DVD. As a leader in digital technology, Panasonic made possible and forever changed the face of home theatre. Panasonic has packed big-screen excitement into the world's smallest and lightest DVD player. Come and experience the ultimate in home theatre entertainment. PRODUCT FEATURES: DVD RAM recordings up to 16 hours (EP Mode, 9.4GB Disc); DVD-R recordings up to 8 hours (EP Mode, 4.7GB Disc); Time Slip Function; Chasing Playback; Simultaneous Play & Record; One Touch Record & Play; Direct Navigator; Play list; NTSC Tuner with VHF, UHF, CATV Coverage; Includes VCR Plus+ Programming; Visibility Modulation Technology; Hybrid VBR: Variable Bit Rate Technology; 20-bit Dolby Digital A/D 2-Channel Recordings; 3 Line Inputs with: Composite, S-Video, L & R Audio; 5-Mode Recording Modes; Progressive Scan 480P/480I Video Playback; Compatible Formats: VCD, DVD, DVD-R & DVD-RAM; Composite, S-Video, Component Video Outputs; Compatible Formats: CD, CD-R/RW1, DVD-Audio (2ch), DVD-R & DVD-RAM; Built-In: 96kHz 24-bit Dolby Digital & DTS decoders, 2-Channel Decoders; DTS & Dolby Digital Compatible Optical Output; MP3 Playback (music files on CD-R/RW).
General
- Component type DVD recorder
- Dimensions (WxDxH) 16.9 in x 10.8 in x 3.1 in
- Weight 7.3 lbs
- Enclosure color Black
Video
- Media Type DVD-RAM,
CD-R,
CD,
Video CD,
DVD-Audio,
DVD-R,
CD-RW - Recordable Media DVD-R,
DVD-RAM - Audio D/A Converter 24bit / 96kHz
- Media Load Type Tray
- Recording Mode EP,
FR,
XP,
SP,
LP - Programmability 16 events / 1 month
- Electronic Program Guide VCR Plus+
- Program Guide Features Timer Programming
- Supported Digital Video Standards MPEG-2
- Supported Digital Audio Standards MP3,
PCM Video Features
- Video noise reduction Yes
- Additional features Progressive scanning ,
Dialogue enhancer ,
Simultaneous recording and playback ,
On-screen display ,
Time slip function ,
Auto standby mode ,
Digital video noise reduction Audio System
- Sound Output Mode Stereo
- Surround Sound Effects Advanced Virtual Surround Sound (V.S.S.)
- Digital Audio Format MPEG 2 digital output,
Dolby Digital output,
DTS digital output Connections
- Connector type 2 x S-Video input ( 4 pin mini-DIN ) - Rear,
2 x Composite video/audio input ( RCA phono x 3 ) - Rear,
1 x Composite video/audio output ( RCA phono x 3 ) - Rear,
1 x S-Video output ( 4 pin mini-DIN ) - Rear,
1 x SPDIF output ( TOSLINK ) - Rear,
1 x RF input - Rear,
1 x RF output - Rear,
1 x Component video output ( RCA phono x 3 ) - Rear,
1 x S-Video input ( 4 pin mini-DIN ) - Front,
1 x Composite video/audio input ( RCA phono x 3 ) - Front
Remote Control
- Type Universal remote control - Infrared
- Features Multi-brand compatibility
Miscellaneous
- Cables Included A/V cable,
Coaxial RF cable Power
- Power Device Power supply - Internal
- Power Consumption Operational 25 Watt
- Power Consumption Stand by / Sleep 2.9 Watt
- Battery None
Manufacturer Warranty
- Service & Support 1 year warranty
- Service & Support Details Limited warranty - 1 year
Manufacturer info
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- Manufacturer:Panasonic
- Address:
One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, NJ 07094 - Phone: 800/662-3537



