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The LG RC897T is a DVD recorder/VCR combo unit that includes a digital TV tuner for recording TV programs. The device has super multi-format compatibility making it capable of recording both dual layer and rewriteable discs as well as DVD to VCR dubbing. It features progressive scan technology as well as an HDMI output with 1080p up-conversion of DVDs and videos. The RC897T includes LG's SimpLink technology for easy HDMI connection to other SimpLink devices and has a set-top box controller for recording directly from a digital cable or satellite box. It offers a variety of connectivity options including front panel USB and camcorder inputs for playback of MP3, WMA, and JPEG files. The DVD player has an suggested retail price of $300 and comes with a 1 year limited warranty.
MSRP $300.00
Release date May, 2008
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Features/Specs
- DVD Recorder/VCR Combo
- ATSC/NTSC/QAM Clear Tuner
- Progressive Scan Output
- LG SimpLink™ Connectivity
- Digital Cable/Satellite Box Controller
- 1080p Up-Conversion
- DVD to VCR/VCR to DVD Dubbing
- Dolby Digita/DTS Audio Out
- USB Media Host
- Playback Formats: MP3, WMA, JPEG
- Super Multi-Format Recording: DVD±R, DVD±RW, DVD+R Double Layer, and DVD-RAM
- Front Panel Inputs: Composite, Audio L/R, USB, Camcorder (IEEE 1394)
- Rear Panel Inputs: Audio L/R, Composite, RF
- Rear Panel Outputs: Optical and Coaxial Audio, Audio L/R, Component, S-Video, Composite, RF, HDMI
- Dimensions: 16.9 X 10.2 X 3.1 inches
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LG RC897T
• LG RC897T Multi-Format DVD Recorder and VCR Combo with Digital Tuner
• RC897T DVD Recorder
UPC: 719192173231
EAN: 719192173231
MPN: RC897T
Competitors
MSRP $340.00
Released May, 2008
Pros
- Tons of features includes a digital tuner, which most models do not have. Commercial skip for dvd recording is great.
LG RC897T
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Panasonic DMR-EZ485VK
MSRP $249.95
Released April, 2009
Pros
- 1080p upconversion through HDMI
- affordable price
- built in HD tuner for watching uncompressed 1080p HD over the air
Cons
- HDMI output resolution does not stay set when the unit is turned off
- TV tuner turns on while unit is shutting down - volume mis-match makes for an unpleasant surprise
- hybrid tuner is of mediocre quality, not fully 8vsb capable
LG RC897T
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JVC DR-MV150B
MSRP $549.99
Released January, 2008
Pros
- allows users to edit out commercials
- upconverts all recorded SD content and DVDs to high definition
- built in digital tuner
Cons
- not a huge update to the previous generation offering
- expensive
- only records SD content
LG RC897T
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Philips DVDR3576H/37
MSRP $300.00
Released February, 2008
Pros
- plays and records VHS and DVDs
- affordable price
- allows archiving of older VHS tapes
Cons
- quality control issues - many units die within months
- poor, convoluted instruction manual
- suffers with lockups for some users
LG RC897T
vs.
Panasonic DMR-EZ48VK
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June 4, 2009
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Pros
- upconverts SD content to 1080p high definition
- digital TV tuner
- HDMI output
- nice aesthetics
- built in VCR
- can be found quite cheap on the used / refurbished market
Cons
- over processing leads to a fuzzy / blurry video quality
- small and poorly laid out remote control
- horribly written manual
- timed recorder is too simple - does not allow for scheduling
- slow to turn on
- no controls on the unit itself - can only be used with the remote
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October 7, 2009
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Cons
- Poor build quality
- DVD player Dies quickly
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RC, 897, T, RC897, 897T, RC897T
