Philips DVDR985 Progressive-Scan DVD Recorder and Player
The Worst "DVD Recorder" Ever Made
By now everyone should know not to buy this machine.  It is far too expensive and just doesn't work eventually.  I am suggesting to those who are looking for a basic DVD recorder without all the problems to Buy the Medion MD 40570.  It sells for under $100 on that auction website that begins with an \\"E.\\"  So far I have bought two of them and had no problems with them at all.  It is smaller and more compact.  It records DVD+R/RW and the recorded discs are fully compatible with Philips DVD players such as the DVD727 and DVP642.  One thing the DVDR985 can do that the Medion MD 40570 can't is divide a title.  The only other drawback is that it is a much harder process to name titles on the Medion MD 40570.  I have no need for that function, however.  For a fraction of the cost of the Philips DVDR985 paperweight/clock, you can own the Medion MD 40570 that does everything you need and won't give you any trouble.