Coby DVD-R1000 DVD Recorder/Player (Silver)

Average customer rating:

No more Coby for me

Absolutely terrible

Coby DVDR1000

Small Expense, Worst Performance

Coby records fine, has many extras

Coby DVD-R1000 DVD Recorder/Player (Silver)

Manufacturer: Coby
ProductGroup: CE
Binding: Electronics

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Audio & Video | Refurbished & Used | Special Features | Electronics Features | Electronics
Product Features:

DVD recorder/player with DVD+R/+RW recording and MP3 CD playback

Progressive-scan playback renders seamless, flicker-free images on high-definition and HD-ready TVs

Audio/video inputs accommodate VCRs, camcorders, cable boxes, antennas, and other AV components

Dolby Digital 5.1-channel surround-sound passthrough for use with compatible AV receiver and speaker system

Switchable NTSC/PAL output for use with compatible media and monitors

ASIN: B00016OYSW

Product Description

Coby Electronics Corporation is a manufacturer of quality consumer electronics products designed to deliver outstanding performance for value conscious consumers who do not compromise on product performance. Coby incorporates new designs with innovative technologies to produce great looking and great performing consumer electronics products.PRODUCT FEATURES: High-resolution progressive scan DVD Recorder/Player; Records in DVD+R and DVD+RW format; Plays DVD/DVD+R/DVD+RW/CD/CD-RW/MP3 Disks; Built-in TV Tuner for Scheduled Program Recording; Built-in A/V Inputs for Recording from any A/V Sources (VCR, Camcorder); 5.1 Channel System; Compatible with NTSC/PAL System; Multiple Subtitles/Viewing Angles; Convenient on Screen Display; Full Function Remote Control.

Amazon.com Product Description

Coby's DVD-R1000 makes component DVD recording more affordable than ever. The full-featured player/recorder offers composite- and S-video inputs, an RF antenna/VCR input, and front-panel connections for easy hookups with your camcorder, VCR, or other audio/video component. The unit's built-in tuner lets you record right off the air for convenient, time-shifted viewing of your favorite TV programs.

The DVD-R1000 records on DVD+R (write-once) and DVD+RW (rewritable) media. DVD+RW discs require no finalizing--you can record, eject, and play them with minimal fuss, thanks to "background formatting." This feature, which lowers total recording time, is an advantage over the "dash" formats.

As a player, the DVD-R1000 offers compatibility with NTSC or PAL sources (with appropriate media and monitoring), MP3 CD playback for your homemade music mixes (be aware, though: there's no ID3 tag recognition for artist and title information display), and even progressive-scan component-video outputs for a seamless, flicker-free image on high-definition and HD-ready TVs.

Progressive scanning, referred to as 480p for the number of horizontal lines that compose the video image, creates a picture using twice the scan lines of a conventional DVD picture, giving you higher resolution and sharper images while eliminating nearly all motion artifacts.

A set of left/right analog-audio outputs channel audio to Dolby Pro Logic receivers and stereo televisions. Dolby Digital 5.1-channel surround-sound signals can be routed through the player's digital-audio outputs (one each of RCA coaxial and Toslink optical) for direct connection to a full-featured audio/video receiver.

An onscreen display simplifies player/recorder setup and operation, and the unit's full-function remote control uses glow-in-the-dark buttons for hassle-free operation in darkened living rooms and bedrooms.

What's in the Box
DVD player/recorder, remote control, remote batteries, user's manual, and 2 stereo analog audio interconnect/composite-video cables.

Customer Reviews:

No more Coby for me.......2004-07-17

I live in Key West, FL so rarely make the 3hr drive to miami. I was up there at BrandSmartUSA and saw the Coby DVD R1100 (new version of the R1000) for $148 new. I had wanted one for some time so thought this was my chance. I got it home and got all hooked up, ready to see what recording quality was like....but never got that far since the DVD tray won't open! I tried resetting, turning off power, etc. I looked on their website for suggestions but nothing. I am not contacting customer service since they have inconvenient hours Mon-Fri only. I have to head back up to miami tomorrow so not passing up the chance to return it to miami so I can wait to talk to a tech next Mon that's going to want me to return it anyway.

Absolutely terrible.......2004-07-08

I found this in a discount store in NYC and since it was cheap so I bought it. After a day I returned it and got a good refund, because if I had it longer I'd have thrown it out of the window or burned it on my stove.

(Background: for those not in the know, Coby is a small Korean company that peddles low-quality electronics. They are known for low cost and, surprise!, low quality.)

The DVD recorder was supposed to let you burn video source materials onto DVD blanks, but as much as I tried I couldn't get it to work. About 30 seconds after I pressed Record it would give this vibrating noise and then eventually I had to unplug it. The exterior of the recorder also does not inspire confidence at all: one of the buttons on the front didn't quite work.

Seriously, save yourself the money and buy something that works, like the popular Panasonic DMR-E55S or DMR-E55K. The Coby isn't worth the frustrations even if it were given away for free.

Coby DVDR1000.......2004-05-20

I am an Electrical Engineer with some experience with electronic consumer products, and I have even repaired many of them. This is the only DVD recorder that I have owned.

The price was very low and was an incentive to try it. I took the first unit back to the store when it failed to read most of my prerecorded DVDs. The second unit worked better, but was still having trouble some of the time. After playing around a little, the unit began to work quite well, for some unknown reason.

I have noticed in the month that I have owned the product that it can be quite temperamental, but more often than not, works pretty well. I believe that there are firmware (internal software) bugs in the product.

I initially bought some low cost +RW disks before I read the manual. They wouldn't record! I then got some Memorex disks which were recommended in the manual, and things got better.

To make a long story short, I've learned to live with a very temperamental product because of the low cost. For example, when recording movies with the timer, they often don't come out, at first. My next step now, is to record an additional short segment after the movie and, "BOOM", the disk now works properly with the original recording. I can erase the additional recording with no problem.

The manual has excellent English, but is missing a lot of key information. For example, it tells you how to format a DVD, but there is no explanation as to why, or when, you might want to do that. There are still some set-up functions where I haven't a clue as to what they do. Again the manual says nothing!

The quality of the recording is very good as most other reviewers have stated. The DVDs also play OK on another playback machine that I have. There are some internal adjustments, I would have to say, however, are not set correctly - the black level, for instance, but they are not too far off. And I agree with the other reviews that the TV tuner is poor.

This is a simple, basic, machine that lacks a lot of features that could be nice (editing functions, for example). But the simplicity means less complexity for the average user and could be viewed as a benefit.

In conclusion, if you are willing to fiddle with some of the temperamental nature of this machine, it may be worth the low cost. However, I would think that someone with little patience won't like this machine. A lot more money is probably in order for that person!

Small Expense, Worst Performance.......2004-05-02

I initially gave this unit a good review, but having returned two in as many months, I strongly advise you against investing in this product. Despite using the suggested media (Memorex), it continually records on both R & RW pixilating and jumping on playback. Exactly the same problem on each unit, plus the timer is unreliable and the 'quick record' function only works when it wants too. Tuner wise, forget about it, unless you are using a cable or satellite box, it's grainier than a loaf of wholewheat ! I am going to return it yet again and buy the Akai, it has great reviews for the same cost.

Coby records fine, has many extras.......2004-02-01

One day's use so far, and it works with all the media I have thrown at it (mostly memorex brand DVD-/+r/w).

The recording is as good as cyberhome and other less expensive DVR players--at least my unit was good (not dark or pale, except on super high contrast cartoons). Perhaps those getting dark/pale recordings were trying to record something with macro/copy protection, or just got bum units.

Some bonuses:
It plays MPG files straight without authoring.

Plays JPG slide shows without authoring, though with no user-select of time between slides.

Plays DVD-R even though not listed on specs.

Have not tested commercial editing yet, but other basic functions were simple enough.

The manual is written fairly well.

Only giving it a 4 because:
It does not allow for real-time play and record concurrently (allowing you to pause while recording and continue recording as it is paused)

It does not work with DVD-R/W (only +).

It does not play WMA, nor give ID tags on mp3 (though it does play down to 32kbps spoken word files).

But for the price, $237+tax, it was the cheapest DVR I've seen.

Comparing to the cyberhome 1500 DVR, it is better looking and has essentially the same features.

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Onkyo DV-SP502 Universal DVD/CD/SACD/DVD-Audio player Silver

Manufacturer: Onkyo
ProductGroup: CE
Binding: Electronics

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Product Features:

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progressive-scan mode for smoother video with HD-compatible TVs (via the component video output)

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ASIN: B00069AA4G

Product Description

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MOTOROLLA T193 SWIVEL HOLSTER

Manufacturer: Motorola
ProductGroup: CE

Product Description

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ProductGroup: CE
Binding: Electronics

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Product Description

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Customer Reviews:

Good for beginners AND experts........2000-12-31

A very nice hand-held camcorder, with more 'bells and whistles' than a comventional camcorder. When camcorder is turned off, a lens protective gate closes, minimizing dust and damage. Auto shut-off after 5 minutes if camcorder is not used. The built-in light has three settings: On, Off, and Auto. Motion detector mode can act as a security camera. Flip-out-and over color LCD screen is handy when holding camera above crowds to video tape stage performances, etc. Built-in speaker acts with LCD screen for accurate, immediate checking of taping. Easy to use for all. Only drawbacks: Maximum tape length is 90 minutes in SLP mode, and auto focus has some trouble in certain circumstances (which are few). Manual focus wheel (conveniently mounted below lens)compensates in most circumstances. Using LCD screen or built-in light drains battery quicker. Use the conventional B/W viewfinder.

It's Great.......2000-11-02

It's a Great Camcorder It is Lightweight and has a very vivid LCD Screen. The Instructions are very very simple to understand! I take everywhere with me you never know what you can get on video with this little thing! I am giving this 5 stars I would rate it 100 if I could. Buy it! It is worth it!

Great Choice.......2000-06-13

they good camera, strong, lightweight, not too expensive, worth the money. ENJOY IT!

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Manufacturer: MaxTech
ProductGroup: CE
Binding: Electronics

Desktops | Computers & Add-Ons | Categories | Electronics
ASIN: B00000JBVX

Product Description

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Amazon.com Product Description

Capable of sustained write speeds of 6 MB per second, Lexar Media's 256 MB 40x CompactFlash Card is ideal for photographers who demand optimal performance from their cards and cameras. Lexar Media guarantees 100 percent camera compatibility, backing the card with a lifetime limited warranty.

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Customer Reviews:

Fast and reliable product.......2004-09-01

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ProductGroup: CE
Binding: Electronics

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ProductGroup: CE
Binding: Electronics

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