Any new recorders coming out?

[gshelley61]

Does the Toshiba D-R4 have the same time base corrector that the Toshiba D-XS34 has? I think the D-R4 says it has 2D noise reduction while the D-XS34 says it has 3D noise reduction. Is this important?

The D-R4 does not have any video noise reduction, as far as I can tell. Ar least there's no way to turn it on and off, that's for sure. The XS34 has video noise reduction that can be off, or on at two levels. There is regular on and Expanded, which is more aggressive.

[drstew]

So would you say the XS34 is the better machine for recording VHS with? I think I saw a thread in the past that showed excellent TBC with video tape. What are the arguments for or gainst the XS54 compared to the XS34 besides cost and disc size?

[samijubal]

Back on topic
Do the toshibas without the hard drive offer flex mode? (Assuming the pic provided by jeffshead is the bitrate settings for hard drive units)

The D-R4 has flex recording, I don't know about other models.

[gshelley61]

The XS34 and XS54 both have adjustable video noise filtering, so yes they would both be better for recording VHS and analog TV than the D-R4. Noisy video sources tend to make MPEG2 encoders choke as they try to encode grain, streaks and chroma noise. Having some type of video noise reduction is definitely helpful.

The XS54 has a bigger hard drive, HDMI upscaling digital video output, and an ethernet connection.

[DGinnetty]

I think this is ALMOST on topic, but I am looking to purchase another JVC DR-M100, and all the online sources I commonly use show it out of stock. Can someone direct me to a seller who actually has this unit? I already ordered from 2 online sources who claimed to have it, only to have my money refunded days later, saying it was out of stock.

Thanks for the help,

Dan Ginnetty

[gshelley61]

The DVD recorder section of the JVC DR-MV5 combo unit is identical in operation and quality to the DR-M100. There's plenty of those still around. The VCR side of the DR-MV5 is average, but far superior to what is in the Sony RDR-VX515, which sells for way more than the JVC unit does.

[DGinnetty]

thanks. can I still tie in to the DVD recording side with my JVC Hr-S9600U? I haven't looked at the combo units before.

Dan Ginnetty

[gshelley61]

Yes, you can just use the DVD recorder section on its own. It has AV inputs on the rear and the front, plus a IEEE 1394 DV firewire input. You can basically ignore the VCR side of the machine if you like.

[colt4523]

Any new JVCs coming out?

[gshelley61]

JVC ANNOUNCES NEW DVD RECORDER AND DVD/VHS RECORDER COMBO

Two low-profile decks offer HDMI output and DV input.

LAS VEGAS, January 5, 2006 – JVC today introduced a pair of DVD recorders that include both an HDMI output for convenient connection to display devices and a DV input to simplify the transfer of camcorder footage. The new JVC DR-M101S is a full-featured DVD recorder, while the new DR-MV7S is a combination DVD/VHS recorder.

The new DR-M101S DVD recorder, which stands just 2.1 inches tall, records DVDs in the DVD-RW/-R/+RW/+R formats, and is compatible in both playback and record with +R dual layer discs. Features include an HDMI output with 1080i/720p up-conversion and a DV (IEEE 1394) input, plus component video outputs. Also offered are a 16-program/one-month timer, progressive scan, six-hour recording maximum, Dolby Digital/DTS output, 1.5x playback with audio, 3D surround sound, and a slimmer, easier-to-use remote control. Compatible playback formats are DVD-Video, DVD-RW/-R/+RW/+R, CD, CD-R/RW, VCD/SVCD, JPEG and MP3.

The new DR-MV7S is a DVD/VHS recorder combo that includes all of the DR-M101S features plus a Hi-Fi VHS deck. The combo recorder, which stands just 3.1 inches tall, makes the transfer of VHS material to DVD a very simple procedure. Like the DR-M101S, the DR-MV7S offers DVD HD up-conversion, but also offers VHS HD up-conversion. Using the deck’s HDMI output, the VHS signal is up-converted to 1080i or 720p to match the resolution capability of the HD display, delivering a better quality VHS picture.

Pricing and availability:
Approximate
Model Retail Price Available
DR-M101S $229.95 May
DR-MV7S $269.95 May

About JVC Company of America
JVC Company of America, headquartered in Wayne, New Jersey, is a division of JVC Americas Corp., a wholly-owned subsidiary of Victor Company of Japan Ltd., and a holding company for JVC companies located in North and South America. JVC distributes a complete line of video and audio equipment, including high definition displays, camcorders, VCRs, D-VHS recorders, DVD players and recorders, satellite systems, home and portable audio equipment, mobile entertainment products and recording media. For further product information, visit JVC’s Web site at http://www.jvc.com or call 800-526-5308.