LG RC897T Multi-Format DVD Recorder and VCR Combo with Digital Tuner

	Ranking:	8.2 out of 10, what is this?
	Manufacturer:	LG
	Model Number:	RC897T
	UPC:	719192173231
	List Price:	$329.95 → get the latest pricing from Amazon

Features:

Super multi DVD recorder/VCR with digital tuner
1080p up-conversion via HDMI output
Digital cable/satellite box controller
Digital Camcorder input for convenient recording and editing with DV 1394
LG Simplink connectivity of other LG products using HDMI connection

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Description:

PRODUCT FEATURES:ATSC/NTSC/QAM clear tunerSuper multi format recordingDVD to VCR and VCR to DVD recordingUSB media plus1080p upscaling via HDMI outputDigital cable/satellite box controllerDigtal camcorder inputLG SimpLink

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Good,not Perfect.

Rating:	4 out of 5
Weight:	3.8 out of 10, what is this?
Created:	Nov 22, 2008
Source:	Amazon
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LG RC897T Multi-Format DVD Recorder and VCR Combo with Digital Tuner
br /I bought Re-Furbished,The recorder funnctions well with modest to good results, depending on what you choose for length. I usualy use 4hrs LP mode on the DVD, and VCR slp. This is reasonably OK and quite watchable.
br /The machine does what I need,and discs are playable in my other machines and my computer.Digital tuner, is what I bought this for and works great.
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br /CONS: Small unfriendly remote, but you get used to it. Timer recording not user friendly,so I dont use it.If you have to pay the full retail price,not good value.

Can do better!

Rating:	3 out of 5
Weight:	3.8 out of 10, what is this?
Created:	Nov 19, 2008
Source:	Amazon
Mark As:	Useful, Not Useful, what is all this?

I mainly bought this for the tuner since it was so much cheaper than trying to get the ATSC tuner on the super big TV repaired. The tuner does have minor unexplained deficiencies regarding stability bur otherwise produces fine images. The VCR is not all that good having difficulty with older tapes and the DVD player recorder functions fine. In terms of styling and usability it really stinks. Front panel controls are few and of little use. Do not misplace the cheap looking remote because the deck is nearly useless without it. Black just is not a color of choice in any way but especially the dirt showing high gloss.

Very nice unit - Lots of great features that the other don't have.

Rating:	5 out of 5
Weight:	3.0 out of 10, what is this?
Created:	Dec 21, 2008
Source:	Amazon
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I've had this unit for a while now and just started utilizing it again because I just bought an HDMI switcher that allows me to have it connected full time as opposed to unplugging an HDMI cable from the back of my TV and then plugging the DVD recorder in only when I needed to record something.
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br /But, the upscaling capabilities on this thing are awesome. Didn't know this was possible but I actually see a difference between this LG Upscaler and my Blu-ray player when it comes to regular DVD's.
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br /Definitely need to read up on the manual before attempting certain things. But dubbing your old VHS tapes to DVD is as easy as inserting a blank DVD and pushing "Dubbing".
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Digital Upgrade

Rating:	5 out of 5
Weight:	3.0 out of 10, what is this?
Created:	Dec 20, 2008
Source:	Amazon
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I purchased this LG DVD/VCR w/digital tuner as a companion for a LG flat screen HDTV to be ready for the digital switch over in February. It's been a great addition, it upgrades the picture of DVD's and I think some of my older VHS movies look better.

Excellent product!

Rating:	4 out of 5
Weight:	2.4 out of 10, what is this?
Created:	Dec 2, 2008
Source:	Amazon
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I recently purchased this product and it works perfect since I have my own video production business. It has made transferring services a whole lot easier. I highly recommend this product to anyone!

DVD/VCR Combo

Rating:	4 out of 5
Weight:	0.0 out of 10, what is this?
Created:	Sep 16, 2008
Source:	Amazon
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The LG recorder arrived in good order and has been working very well.
br /Set up was easy and functionality simple to follow.
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