JVC DR-M10 versus Pioneer DMR-220?

[Melekal]

I've recently purchased a Pioneer DMR-220 from Walmart because I've seen many posts about it having good video quality and the excelent menu choices and things. But recently I've read tons about how good the JVC DR-M10 is with recording quality. I'm planning to convert my VHS tapes to DVD and then do it for some friends. So I was wondering everyone's opinions on this.

Does the quality of the JVC unit outweigh the quality and menu abilities of the Pioneer enough to warrant bringing it back and getting the JVC?

The JVC looks like it's about 50 bucks more from Circuit City than the Pioneer and I need to make a decision before the return time frame runs out. So what do you all think?

[samijubal]

I tried the Pioneer from Wally World, recorded 1 movie on it and took it back. The picture was too grainy for me. The JVC definitely has a better picture. As for the quality I didn't use the Pioneer long enough to judge Quality. Out of 3 JVCs I've used in the Past 2 months 2 of them performed flawlessly, the other 1 had problems in less than 2 weeks. They sure work good when they work though.

[sullen]

The JVC DR-M10 is $288 at ECost.com right now with free shipping and no tax. Some people don't do online ordering because of the ability to do in-store returns if they don't like the product, but I thought I would mention it because of the savings.

[Melekal]

One other question. I've heard many people referring to JVC products having TBCs in them. Does anyone know if this JVC model has that as well? If so I know it would help in the decision to get one instead of the Pioneer.

[samijubal]

Yes it does, here are the specifications:

JVC DR-M10S DVD Recorder

Full Specifications

DVD Player
DVD Recorder Yes

Recordable Media DVD-RAM, DVD-R, DVD-RW

Other Media Supported CD-R, CD-RW, DVD-RAM, SVCD, DVD-R, DVD-RW, CD, Video CD

DVD Type DVD recorder

Portable No

Form Factor Tabletop

Remote Control Universal remote control

Additional Features Simultaneous recording and playback, On-screen display, Time base correction, Progressive scanning, Block Noise Reduction, JPEG photo playback


Video Features
Progressive Scan Yes

Video DAC 10 Bit


Audio Features
Audio Output Stereo

MP3 Support Yes

Audio DAC 24 Bit

Digital Audio Format Dolby Digital output, DTS digital output


Connectors
Component Video Outputs 1 x component video output ( RCA phono x 3 ) - rear

Composite Video Outputs 1 x composite video/audio input ( RCA phono x 3 ) - front

Digital Coaxial Output 1 x SPDIF output ( RCA phono ) - rear

Digital Optical Output 1 x SPDIF output ( TOS Link ) - rear

S-Video Output 1 x S-Video input ( 4 pin mini-DIN ) - front, 1 x S-Video output ( 4 pin mini-DIN ) - rear

Connectors Other 1 x IEEE 1394 (FireWire/i.LINK) ( 4 pin FireWire ) - front, 1 x audio line-out ( RCA phono x 2 ) - rear, 1 x RF input - rear, 1 x RF output - rear, 1 x AV Compu Link - rear, 1 x remote control - rear

[lordsmurf]

Don't worry about recorders TBCs. None of them do anything significant. May as well not exist.

Pioneer is good, but only a runner-up to the JVC line.
Actually, I like LiteOn next to JVC. Then Pioneer.
I flop between 2 and 3 a lot.

[gshelley61]

None of the TBC's in DVD recorders or consumer grade VCR's are full frame... they are line TBC's. They can be somewhat helpful in stabilizing the video image, but will not strip copy protection. Only full frame TBC/frame synchronizers will do that.