LG ELECTRONICS RH-1988WS 160GB HDD MULTI SYSTEM DVD RECORDER, HD
$479.99
Features
LG Electronics RH-1988WS 160GB HDD Multi System DVD Recorder, HDMI, DVD-RAM, DVD±R/RW, DVD+R Double Layer, DivX, Progressive Scan, DV in
The RH-1988WS from LG is an incredibly versatile and capable machine which can handle all media needs. The RH-1988WS will play and record on DVD-RAM, DVD±R/RW, DVD+R Double Layer disks and record direct to its 160GB hard for up to 220 hours of MPEG4 format files. Record to HDD or DVD from your digital camcorder with front panel DV input (IEEE1394). With its Digital Optical and Coaxial audio outputs, you will be able hear your movies in true surround sound when connected to your Multi-Channel Home Theater. HDMI connectivity will allow true 1080p output to your HDMI ready monitor.
Key Features
160GB Hard Drive
Record up to 220 Hours of MPEG video
Recordable DVD Media
Record your favorite shows onto DVD-RW, DVD-R, DVD+RW, and DVD-RAM DVD discs. The RH-1988WS is also compatible with DVD+R Double layer media which provides up to 10.5 hours of media recording.
Multi-Format Player
Don't worry about limited playback capabilities, the RH-1988WS can play DVD, DVD-RW (VR Mode), DVD-RW (Video Mode), DVD-R, DVD+R, DVD+RW, DVD-RAM, VCD and CD-DA discs. Also, you can play your favorite songs from CDs or MP3 files, and JPEG images. Transfer Files from your hard drive to DVDs and vice
versa
Progressive Scan
The RH-1988WS is a progressive scan DVD player, capable of scanning an entire video frame at once; scan-lines commonly associated with interlaced video are drastically reduced. The result is a spectacularly clear image with no motion artifacts (stair-stepping), and details so sharp they seem as if they're etched onto the screen.
DV (IEEE 1394) Input
Simply connect your digital video camera to the RH-1988WS's DV input terminal, and you're ready to record images onto the internal hard disk drive or a DVD recordable disc.
High-Performance Outputs
With playback specifications that meet the standards of professionals, the RH-1988WS features a component video output for high-resolution low-distortion video playback, and an optical digital audio output for high-quality audio playback.
High Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI)
If you're looking to pump high-definition DVD playback into your HD displays or projectors, the RH-1988WS will do the job. It has a high-bandwidth processor capable of transferring 720p or 1080i through the HDMI outputs. HDMI supports standard, enhanced, or high-definition video, plus multi-channel digital audio on a single cable.
Dolby Digital and DTS Sound
The RH-1988WS offers built-in Dolby Digital and DTS decoders capable of advanced 24-bit processing and an outstanding sampling frequency of 192 kHz.
Specifications:
Video
System PAL, I, B/G, I/I, SECAM, D/K, K1
Region 1 - 6
Hard Disk Drive Yes, 80GB
Progressive Scan Output Yes
HD Upconversion No
Format Compatibility
DVD Recording Media DVD-RW, DVD-R, DVD+RW, and DVD-RAM
DVD Playback Media DVD, DVD-RW (VR Mode), DVD-RW (Video Mode), DVD-R, DVD+R, DVD+RW, DVD-RAM, VCD and CD-DA
CD-R/CD-RW Playback Yes
Dolby Digital/DTS Yes
MP3 Playback Yes
WMA Playback Yes
Picture CD/JPEG JPEG
SACD/DVD-Audio Playback No
Audio
Built-in Decoder Yes
HDCD Decoding No
Audio D/A Converter 192KHz/24-bit
Virtual Surround Yes
Bass Management No
Convenience
Digital Media Slot No
TV Tuner PAL, I, B/G, I/I, SECAM, D/K, K1
TiVo No
VCR Plus+ No
Slow Motion Playback Yes
Frame-by-Frame Playback Yes
Bookmarking Yes
Playback Zoom Yes
Connectors
Inputs A/V Front Panel and Rear Panel, DV, Antenna,
Outputs S-Video, Optical and Coaxial Digital Audio, RF Out, Component Video, A/V (RCA)
Other Ports Not Specified by Manufacturer
General
Remote Control Yes
Power Requirements AC 200-240VAC, 50/60 Hz
Dimensions (WxHxD) 16.9 x 2.13 x 10.83" (430 x 54 x 275mm)
Weight 9.26 lbs (4.1 kg)
Color Silver
Item Includes
Audio Cable (RCA)
RF Coaxial Cable
Video Cable
Remote Control
2 x Battery
1-Year Limited Warranty
The DVD made on this model will be all regions you can play it on any DVD player in the World, even on PAL DVD players. You can send the DVD made on this recorder to a PAL or NTSC country.
Records PAL to PAL
Records NTSC to NTSC
Records PAL to NTSC with the use of a video converter
Records NTSC to PAL with the use of a video converter
Plays PAL on PAL TV or Multi-System TV
Plays NTSC on NTSC TV or Multi-System TV
Plays NTSC on PAL TV with the use of a video converter
Plays PAL on NTSC TV with the use of a video converter
Records in PAL or NTSC on DVD-R (DVD) and DVD-RAM
Records in "ALL" regions format for worldwide compatibility
NOTE: This model doesn’t have NTSC (American) Tuner. You will not able to record satelite broadcasting programs using NTSC tuner.