RCA DRC8000N Progressive-Scan DVD Recorder/Player
A Great & Easy DVD Player/Burner
This is a great machine for those of the \\"plug and play\\" mindset.  I recently purchased a used one here on AMAZON and have been experimenting with it.  Here are my impressions:<br /><br />1. Read the manual first, do not assume you know how it works. Reading first will make the recording process easy, rather than frustrating.<br /><br />2. DVD recordings off the TV are truly great. Remember to set the quality of the recorded image at \\"1\\"  which is the best/highest setting.<br /><br />3. The remote is not laid out the best, but with practice it become easier with use.<br /><br />4. Buy only QUALITY \\"name brand\\"  blank DVD+R discs.  The generic no name will cause a problem during the recording stage and you'll get an error message.  Apparently, you DO get what you pay for.  A list a recommended brands is included with the  manual.<br /><br />5. Playing \\"store bought\\" DVD's are  easy, and with a superb picture.<br /><br />6. READ the manual...it may look overwhelming at first.<br /><br />7. Recorded discs play well on other DVD player and your PC.  Remember to \\"FINALIZE\\" your discs when you finish recording, or else they will not play on other machines.  This is normal in the DVD burning process.<br /><br />8. A steal, especially if can pick one up new/used/refurbished. I paid 129.00.  These retailed last year at 435.00.<br /><br />9. Stock up on brand DVD+R discs as it becomes very addictive to record off the TV.