Toshiba RD-XS52 DVD Player/Recorder with HDMI
Had It For A Week Now, Used It Everyday So Far, Works Great
I haven't had any problems with this recorder. As far as I know there isn't any DVD recorder that will let you record to DVD-R if the movie is copy protected. I purchured a SIMA GoDVD Model CT-2 from Amazon.com for $75.00, in Circuit it listed for $125.00. I don't have any problems recording copy protected movies using the SIMA GoDVD, be it HBO or coping from another dvd player to my Toshiba RD-XS52. As far as being complicated, it does take a little time to get use to, I've had mine a week now and can use it now without the manual. This is a great machine and I have no problem recommending it. <br />I hope this helps.