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User-Friendly Interface

Customers are highly satisfied with the user-friendly interface of the Toshiba DR420 DVD Recorder, praising its simplicity and ease of use. Some have noted that it takes time to fully understand all features but overall find it straightforward and effective.

Durability

Customers are extremely satisfied with the durability of the Toshiba DR420 DVD Recorder, many reporting that their units have been in use for years without issue. Some customers specifically mentioned that they had researched extensively before purchasing and were pleased with their decision.

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Dvd Recording Quality

Customers generally have a positive opinion on the DVD recording quality of the Toshiba DR420 DVD Recorder. Many are pleased with the picture quality when recording and transferring old videos onto DVDs, while some have not yet used the recording function but appreciate its high definition capabilities. A few customers mentioned that they bought it mainly for converting 8mm videotapes to DVDs and have had no issues with the recorder so far. However, a small group of purchasers expressed caution about potential future problems.

Picture Quality

Customers have mixed opinions regarding the picture quality of the Toshiba DR420 DVD Recorder. While some are pleased with the sharpness and overall satisfaction, others find it lacking compared to previous models or require additional equipment for optimal performance. Some customers also expressed dissatisfaction with the remote response time and design, as well as issues with connecting to cable companies' DVRs.

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Quality


Quality of the recorder is very good.


The dr420 is simple to operate, records well, and excellent playback


Anything more than that will degrade the video quality.


The manual lacks an index and is not well organized - for example, in one section it describes the modes, but does not tell how...  Read More

Price


A great price for a great product.


It's a great machine for the price, and i've used mine quite extensively!


I chose to keep the recorder and was given a discount.


I look at it this way, if i spend $ 1,200.

Shipping


I was told it had been shipped july 2 and would arrive july 9.


Just before leaving on july 12, i called the company, and was told it would be delivered that day, and that the shipper would l...  Read More


I ordered the product on july 1, knowing i was going to be gone for a week starting july 12, and assuming that was plenty of ti...  Read More


The shipment arrived ahead of promised delivery date.

Packaging/appearance


The item came very well packaged in bubble wrap and other paper.


I had arranged to have my grandson come over and put the package inside.

Competitiveness


Later on i discovered that the dkr40 also has it (check toshiba's website where i found no differences of features between the ...  Read More


I purchased this used unit to replace a toshiba vhs/dvd player/recorder.


The dvd recorder has to stand up to comparison with two other units i've had (and still own).


I also own the dr410 model and like it a little better than the 420.

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  • Our engine has discovered that over 90% high quality reviews are present.
  • This product had a total of 214 reviews as of our last analysis date on Dec 13 2024.

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    Posted by a reviewer on Amazon

    The product had been carefully packed considering its sensitive electronic equipment traveling via usps thru multiple states


    Posted by a reviewer on Amazon

    It had been carefully cleaned package included remote instruction manual and even included a set of rca cables


    Posted by a reviewer on Amazon

    Kept old unit to see if i can get it repaired and keep for a back up unit


    Posted by a reviewer on Amazon

    We received it yesterday and used it today


    Posted by a reviewer on Amazon

    I doubt if it is still available


    Posted by a reviewer on Amazon

    I dont think it records in hd


    Posted by a reviewer on Amazon

    Thats a minor issue for just wanting to watch a ballgame that i will erase


    Posted by a reviewer on Amazon

    Recommended to anyone that wants to record tv or archive their own videos

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