LG RC897T Super Multi DVD Recorder/VCR

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Super Multi DVD Recorder/VCR With Digital Tuner Record to all current DVD disc formats with Super Multi Format Recording: DVD+/-R / DVD+/- RW / DVD+R Double Layer/ DVD-RAM SUPER MULTI FORMAT DISC RECORDINGRecord to all current DVD disc formats with Super Multi Format Recording: DVD+-R /DVD+-RW/DVD+R Double Layer/DVD-RAMUSB MEDIA PLUSDigital music, photos and video with USB Media Plus.1080p UP-SCALINGSuperior image quality and convenience with DVD/VCR 1080p up-scaling via HDMI outputDIGITAL TUNERWatch and record digital broadcasts from antenna or cable connectionsDIGITAL CABLE/SATELLITE BOX CONTROLEREasy scheduled recording from most digital cable/digital satellite boxes with Set-Top Box ControllerDIGITAL CAMCORDER INPUTConvenient recording and editing from digital camcorders with DV(1394) Input RecordingLG SIMPLINKAllows for convenient control of other LG SimpLink products using the existing HDMI connectionVideo:ATSC/NTSC/Clear QAM TunerAudio:Dynamic RangeDolby Digital 2ch Downmixed Audio OutRecording:VCR/DVD-Recorder DubbingOverwrite RecordingGUI:Setup(GUI)Language: English/Spanish/FrenchPlayback IconsGraphic User interfaceSpecial Features:Video Out(Composite): 480iVideo Out(Component): 480i/480p/720p/1080iVideo Out(HDMI): 480p/720p/1080i/1080pRemote Control(Type): UniversalAV RCA CableDisc Playback Capability:Disc Capacity: 1DVDCD-R/RWMP3 AudioDVD-RDVD-RWDVD+RDVD+RWDVD-RAMAudio CDDVD (NTSC/PAL)Dual Disc (DVD+CD)Tuner:Analog Broadcast System: NTSCChannel Add/Erase (Skip)Channel Auto SearchChannel MemoryAudio Capabilities:Digital/Analog Conversion: 48KHz/16bitDTS DecodingDolby Digital AudioDynamic Range Control On/OffDVD Recording FeaturesDVD/VCR DubbingInstant Timer RecordRecording Modes: 5 modesTime Shift Recording (DVD-RAM)DVD Recording Formats:DVD-RDVD-RWDVD+RDVD+RWDVD+R Double LayerDVD Playback FeaturesDynamic Range Control On/OffVCR Features:VCR Type: 4 Head Hi-FiRecording Mode: SP/SLPDVD -> VCR DubbingSQPB (Super Quasi Playback)Auto Power OffCounter ResetReturn to ZeroRewind Time: 180 seconds +-30Still/Slow MotionFront Panel:Composite Video & Audio L/R InDV In (IEEE 1394)USB PortRear Panel/Inputs/Outputs:Digital Audio Out / OpticalDigital Audio Out / CoaxialComposite Video & Audio L/R InS-Video OutComponent Video Out (Progressive Scan)Audio L/R OutSet-top Box Controller PortQSG (Quick Start Guide)Rear Panel:RF InRF OutTimer/Program Guide:Timer Recording Events: 16/MonthInstant Timer RecordPower:Power System: AC120V/60HzPower Off Consumption: 1E underMaximum Power Consumption: 32WVideo Content Format:Composite: 480iComponent: 480i/480p/720p/1080iHDMI: 480p/720p/1080i/1080pUSB Media Host File Types:JPEGWMAMP3

Specification	Description
Model	L49-7025, RC897T
UPC	719192173231
Analog Audio	(1) Rear Output
Analog Audio	(2) Rear Input
Analog Audio	Front Input
Analog Audio / Video	(2) Rear Input
Analog Audio / Video	Front Input
Compatible Formats	CD
Compatible Formats	CD-R
Compatible Formats	CD-RW
Compatible Formats	DVD
Compatible Formats	DVD+R
Compatible Formats	DVD+RW
Compatible Formats	DVD-R
Compatible Formats	DVD-RAM
Compatible Formats	DVD-RW
Compatible Formats	JPEG
Compatible Formats	MP3
Compatible Formats	MPEG4
Compatible Formats	WMA
Component Video	Rear Output
Depth (Inches)	10.2
Disc Capacity	1
Disc compatibility (Play)	CD - CDR/W - DVD - DVDR/W
DiVX Play Compatible	Not Applicable
DVD Disc Compatibility (Record)	DVD-R / DVD-RW
Heads	4 - Hi-Fi
Height (Inches)	3.1
Optical	Rear Output
Recordable Media Type	DVD+R
Recordable Media Type	DVD+R DL
Recordable Media Type	DVD+RW
Recordable Media Type	DVD-R
Recordable Media Type	DVD-RAM
Recordable Media Type	DVD-RW
Remote Control	Included
S-Video	Rear Output
Select	DVD / VCR Combos
Type of DVD Unit	Component DVD Recorder Player VCR Combo
USB Port	Front Input
Weight (Pounds)	9.3
Width (Inches)	16.9

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[2 of 2 customers found this review helpful]

★★★★☆

4.0

Did everyone else get a lemon?...mine works great!

"I've had the unit about 1 year now, and I have some likes and dislikes after living with it that long. I've read many reviews here and I am surprised by all the problems experienced with this unit! Either I got a good one, or many other people got lemons. Having many other LG products over the years leads me to think many people just got lemons. They make good stuff! LIKES: Set-up was very easy (even tho the man..." Read Full Review »

Jul 18, 2009 by RagArm

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★★★☆☆

3.0

CRPM may stop any recording if you have cable.

"I bought this unit on 8/1/08 and I really enjoyed having the ability to record on the dual layer dvd as well as the MLP record mode (picture looked like an 8 hour vhs recording but you got alot of recording for it (14 hours)). After a month of dependable use, I noticed that I would program a recording and it would stop ( I began to notice a warning saying that the program on the channel I was trying to record as..." Read Full Review »

Sep 11, 2008 by rothgar1966

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LG RC897T Super Multi DVD Recorder/VCR Review

CRPM may stop any recording if you have cable.

★★★☆☆

3.0

"I bought this unit on 8/1/08 and I really enjoyed having the ability to record on the dual layer dvd as well as the MLP record mode (picture looked like an 8 hour vhs recording but you got alot of recording for it (14 hours)).

After a month of dependable use, I noticed that I would program a recordi …" Read Full Review »

Bottom Line No, I would not recommend this to a friend

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Sep 11 2008

rothgar1966

small town, south dakota

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LG RC897T Super Multi DVD Recorder/VCR Review

Good Product, BUT

★★★★☆

4.0

"EQUIPMENT:

Panasonic TH-50PZ800U, LG 32LG70, and Sharp LC-26GA4U TVs

PROS:

Good picture quality (DVD)

Features/Design

Channel edit function

Simplink

Single HDMI output for DVD and tape

CONS:

Unit gets exceptionally hot

Video Mode Recording periodically stops

No backlighting on remote control butto …" Read Full Review »

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Oct 30 2009

RAH

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Mistake

★☆☆☆☆

1.0

"First it records well.

Second the machine is brain dead.

When I programmed the timer for DVD recording I had it set for 8-9 and 9-10, on two different channels. According to the instructions and confirmed with the 800 help line the unit will record the first program and then the second program if th …" Read Full Review »

Bottom Line No, I would not recommend this to a friend

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Jul 10 2008

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Broken after 25 days

★☆☆☆☆

1.0

"It stopped working 26 days after I bought it. I was trying to view a DVD and the picture went black. None of the buttons on the remote or the combo unit would work, even the on/off power button. I had to unplug it to turn it off. Fortunately, it was within the 30 day refund period so I returned it t …" Read Full Review »

Bottom Line No, I would not recommend this to a friend

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Oct 21 2008

ShortGuy

Madison, WI

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LG RC897T Super Multi DVD Recorder/VCR Review

Did everyone else get a lemon?...mine works great!

★★★★☆

4.0

"I've had the unit about 1 year now, and I have some likes and dislikes after living with it that long.

I've read many reviews here and I am surprised by all the problems experienced with this unit! Either I got a good one, or many other people got lemons. Having many other LG products over the years …" Read Full Review »

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Did everyone else get a lemon?...mine works great!

CRPM may stop any recording if you have cable.

CRPM may stop any recording if you have cable.

Good Product, BUT

Mistake

Broken after 25 days

Did everyone else get a lemon?...mine works great!

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