Magnavox ZV457MG9 Dual Deck DVD/VCR Recorder

Although I've only had the Magnavox Dual Deck DVD/VCR Recorder for a short time, I am impressed with the quality of this recorder. It takes a bit to understand the instructions - some procedures don't apply to every setup. Sometimes it takes a little trial and error but once you get it down, it's easy to use - both with direct recording and timer recording. Would suggest you set up the clock manually, otherwise it may not work properly in the timer mode - all depends on whether you have a local PBS station signal. I have yet to try the DVD to VCR direct recording and vice versa yet, but am looking forward to reducing the number of VSH tapes I have - some of which have already deteriorated. My suggestion is to be persistent and try different ways to record - it won't take long to get proficient at it. The play quality has been great. I would recommend this product, but if you are new to using one - find a friend who can help you through it. Be sure to "read" the instructions carefully - it will help.

All functions work on this DVD/VCR recorder, it is pretty easy to understand, set-up and use. The problem with mine is play back on the VCR, the picture is slightly blurry, numbers and letters that are given on tape like at news time across screen are blurred, some times when going from DVD to VCR the sound is muffled, I ture it off the back on and it is OK.

Love this recorder. It supplements another Magnavox DVD recorder I already have. The digital tuner works great as I subscribe to analog cable only and I am able to access a couple digital channels that I can record programs. Though I haven't tried the transfer function yet, I am looking forward to transferring some videos to DVD.

Unit does a nice job recordng. Picture and sound quality are good depending on what recording time you use. Found some difficulty using program recording at first until figuring out the paths that had to be followed in order to switch from DVD to VCR and so on. Otherwise the product does an overall good job and would buy again.

I purchased this after I had problems with my Panasonic VHS/DVD unit. I read the reviews. When it works, it works well. The major problem is programming the unit. It is difficult, confusing and at times does not respond correctly. When it does not respond correctly I have to shut off the unit and start all over again. Not a fun unit to deal with. I don't know if all the VHS/DVR units out there are like this one. Compared to the units the cable companies offer this one is a real pain.