Hi everybody ! I just joined this forum yesterday after two weeks of visiting . I have to say this is one of the BEST I have come across since my adventure of learning more about DVD recorders . I have read alot of posts in the past which have helped me out alot now I would like some "personal direction" as I plan to purchase a DVD recorder before the start of this upcomming NFL season .
I presently have a :
65 " Hitachi widescreen projection (hd ready but not active)
Toshiba DTV receiver w/directivo
Onkyo receiver and surround sound system
Now my question is (like every other newbie) what is the best dvd recorder for my set up ? Since doing my own research thru other peoples questions it seems like Pioneer and Panosonic are the most prefered . I am looking to spend about $400.00 . I was leaning toward the Pioneer 520 or 420 just because I hear they compliment the satelite TV the best when recording, due to the menu guide situation . Also , if I have my directivo with 80 gb hard drive do I really need my dvd recorder to have a hard drive ? I definetly want a quality picture and sound also. Oh by the way I live in pennsylvania,USA .
I was also looking at the new pioneer 533/531 but it seems like I was reading mixed reviews on it . There is so much out there and so many options and since I don't have the money to throw away I want to be sure the one I get will be one I am very happy with . So any and all help will be very greatly appreciated .
Dwain
I presently have a :
65 " Hitachi widescreen projection (hd ready but not active)
Toshiba DTV receiver w/directivo
Onkyo receiver and surround sound system
Now my question is (like every other newbie) what is the best dvd recorder for my set up ? Since doing my own research thru other peoples questions it seems like Pioneer and Panosonic are the most prefered . I am looking to spend about $400.00 . I was leaning toward the Pioneer 520 or 420 just because I hear they compliment the satelite TV the best when recording, due to the menu guide situation . Also , if I have my directivo with 80 gb hard drive do I really need my dvd recorder to have a hard drive ? I definetly want a quality picture and sound also. Oh by the way I live in pennsylvania,USA .
I was also looking at the new pioneer 533/531 but it seems like I was reading mixed reviews on it . There is so much out there and so many options and since I don't have the money to throw away I want to be sure the one I get will be one I am very happy with . So any and all help will be very greatly appreciated .
Dwain