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Samsung 1080p Upconverting DVD-VCR Combo Recorder

Avg. Customer Rating
2.2
2.23
(13 reviews)
Record your favorite programs and archive home movies with the Samsung 1080p Upconverting DVD-VCR Combo Recorder. It records both DVDs and VHS tapes, so you can record your favorite programs on either format. It's also great for transferring your VHS home movies to DVD, for easier sharing with family and friends. A 6' HDMI cable insures high-quality HD signal delivery to your HDTV and you even get 5 blank DVDs, so you can start recording right away. Samsung 1080p Upconverting DVD-VCR Combo Recorder Features: Upconverts DVDs to 1080p resolution via included HDMI cable (on HDTVs capable of displaying 1080p) - delivers crisp pictures and high-quality sound; enjoy your favorite DVDs at their best HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) port - transfers uncompressed, high-definition video and multi-channel audio from your DVD recorder to your TV, home theater or other digital A/V components through a single cable HDMI-CEC function - allows all products in the system to discover and communicate with each other Multi-format recording - records to DVD +/-R, DVD +/-RW, DL/DVD-Ram, CD-R/RW Dual-layer recording - lets you record on +-R dual layer discs for more than 14 hours of programming EZ-Record function - starts recording within seconds of the Record button being pressed Cable box control - turns on your cable box and changes channels to record at a preset time; record with only one remote control Memorex 5-pack blank DVDs - 4.7GB capacity; once-writable, single-sided; stores 2 hours of video 6' HDMI Cable Features: Features enhanced durability and optimized signal transfer offering an extraordinary high-definition video experience Corrosion-resistant connectors designed for maximum conductivity and low signal loss Suitable for high-definition digital video (720p, 1080i, and 1080p) or standard video formats HDMI interface that includes video, audio and control signals on video equipment Offers improved signal transfer with high-grade oxygen-free copper wire Triple shielding reduces interference, noise and distortion Key Specifications: Formats Played/Recorded: DVD +/-R, DVD +/-RW, DL/DVD-Ram, CD-R/RW Disc Capacity: Single disc Other Differentiators: EZ Edit, JPEG photo album, one-touch live recording, DV input, MPEG-4 decoder Additional Product Specifications: Video Converter: Yes Analog Converter: Yes Composite Video Outputs: Yes Stereo Audio Outputs: Yes Remote Control: Yes Power Requirements: 120V AC, 60Hz Battery Type: 2 AAA for remote, included Battery Life: Varies, depending up on use Progressive Scan: Yes Dolby Decoder: Dolby Digital (DVDs only) Simulated Surround Sound: Dolby 3D surround DTS Decoder: Yes Optical Digital Audio Outputs: Yes Coaxial Digital Audio Outputs: Yes Input Jacks: Video, audio, DV Other Outputs: HDMI, audio, video Languages: 8 audio languages and 32 language subtitles Child Lock: Yes, works in conjunction with DVDs Auto Select: Auto play Playback Functions: Audio CD (CD-DA)/MP3, picture disc, music and photo simultaneous playback, VHS tape (VCR) CD Playback: Yes VCR Specifications: S-VHS Playback: Yes Decoder: DTS decoder audio setting Record Functions: Direct recording and timer recording Timer: Preset recording time up to 8 hours Number of Heads: 4-head Hi-Fi Picture Control: Yes Measures approx. 13"L x 16.9"W x 3.1"H Weighs approx. 9.7 lbs. Model #: DVD-VR375 Power Source: Plugs into household wall outlet UL listed DVD-VCR combo made in North Korea; DVDs and HDMI cable made in China Comes with a manufacturer's 1-year limited warranty on DVD-VCR parts, 90 days on labor; lifetime on HDMI cable Accessories Include: Remote control 2 AAA batteries for remote 6' high-density HDMI cable A/V cable IR Blaster cable 5-pack blank DVDs Instruction manual Quick guide
Customer Reviews for Samsung 1080p Upconverting DVD-VCR Combo Recorder
Average Customer Rating:
1 out of 5
1.0 out of 5
Turk369
Select your location: MS
No room for cable connections 
Turk369
Select your location: MS
Average Customer Rating:
1 out of 5
1.0 out of 5
Date: 09/28/2009
Looking forward to the capabilities of a DVR for VHS and DVD's i was quite excited. I had an immediate let down when i saw there were no connections for coaxial cables. I had to return the unit because it basically mandated the need for me to purchase additional equipment.
Review 2 for Samsung 1080p Upconverting DVD-VCR Combo Recorder
Average Customer Rating:
3 out of 5
3.0 out of 5
retired02
Select your location: GA
So-so 
retired02
Select your location: GA
Average Customer Rating:
3 out of 5
3.0 out of 5
Date: 09/05/2009
Too difficult to operate.
1 of 1 found this review helpful.
Review 3 for Samsung 1080p Upconverting DVD-VCR Combo Recorder
Average Customer Rating:
4 out of 5
4.0 out of 5
Anonymous
Select your location: TN
GOOD UNIT AND USER FRIENDLY 
Anonymous
Select your location: TN
Average Customer Rating:
4 out of 5
4.0 out of 5
Date: 09/02/2009
giving a 4 instead of 5 because I wish unit had a HDMI INPUT...(it has HDMI output but not a HDMI INPUT)...however the AV and DV inputs work very well. I have recorded from my camcorder and from my other DVD player (to copy DVD's) and unit works well. On VHS dubbing use the 4X and it works well--I like this unit and I am glad I got it. Because of all the bad reviews I waited to actually use it for a while before I left feedback. Honestly, it works well, the upgraded/converted picture is high quality, even my VHS tapes look good when played thru this unit. If you follow the directions for set-up and recording, you should be pleased with this unit.
3 of 3 found this review helpful.
Review 4 for Samsung 1080p Upconverting DVD-VCR Combo Recorder
Average Customer Rating:
1 out of 5
1.0 out of 5
LORSIE
Select your location: PA
did not record 
LORSIE
Select your location: PA
Average Customer Rating:
1 out of 5
1.0 out of 5
Date: 09/01/2009
Unfortunately this dvd recorder did not record
from the tv or the vcr. I was very disappointed
with the product and have to send it back.
I've been waiting a month to receive the tag
from samsung and ended having to pay for
it even though I let HSN know about this in
July. I usually have no problem buying from
HSN so of course I will return after this is resolved.
1 of 1 found this review helpful.
Review 5 for Samsung 1080p Upconverting DVD-VCR Combo Recorder
Average Customer Rating:
5 out of 5
5.0 out of 5
Judy
Location: MA
Nice Player 
Judy
Average Customer Rating:
5 out of 5
5.0 out of 5
Date: 08/04/2009
just bought Dvd Player, didn't have any trouble setting it up, did it on my own, was a little hard, but I fiquire it out, Works Great!! Glad I bought it, Its Works Great, Made 3 Movies
so don't read the bad Reviews, just buy it, and see for yourself
2 of 4 found this review helpful.
Review 6 for Samsung 1080p Upconverting DVD-VCR Combo Recorder
Average Customer Rating:
2 out of 5
2.0 out of 5
Terry
Location: TX
Disappointing 
Terry
Average Customer Rating:
2 out of 5
2.0 out of 5
Date: 08/03/2009
Samsung is a great brand, but I was very disappointed with the 1080p upscaling. Was not as good quality as the $39.00 1080i upconverter that Ive had for 2 years. Recording features are great!! Especially the dual layer recording!
2 of 2 found this review helpful.
Review 7 for Samsung 1080p Upconverting DVD-VCR Combo Recorder
Average Customer Rating:
1 out of 5
1.0 out of 5
Anonymous
Location: NY
Don''t Buy It 
Anonymous
Average Customer Rating:
1 out of 5
1.0 out of 5
Date: 07/27/2009
The audio does not match the video on the dvd that you create. I tried several times using different media DVD-R, DVD+R and DVD+RW. You take 2 hours to copy your home movies and then when you play the DVD everything is way out of synch by several seconds. I tried several times.
This unit will not allow you to make a DVD of a show that you taped on to VHS.
This was a total waste of time and money for me.
3 of 3 found this review helpful.
Review 8 for Samsung 1080p Upconverting DVD-VCR Combo Recorder
Average Customer Rating:
1 out of 5
1.0 out of 5
Bernard
Location: PA
hOOK UP 
Bernard
Average Customer Rating:
1 out of 5
1.0 out of 5
Date: 07/12/2009
I ordered this machine the end of May. Received it June 4 and it has been setting in the box since. Problem is I can't figure out how to hook it up. My HD TV and this unit does not have a tuner so composite cords and\or HDMI are to be used. Anyway, I followed the instructions contained with it. They seemed easy but it still does not work. I tried to get my cable company to install it without success. I emailed and called Samsung and never got a reply.
Review 9 for Samsung 1080p Upconverting DVD-VCR Combo Recorder
Average Customer Rating:
1 out of 5
1.0 out of 5
Michael
Location: TX
waist of money 
Michael
Average Customer Rating:
1 out of 5
1.0 out of 5
Date: 07/10/2009
I was looking forward to receiving the dvd-vcr combo. I have some old vhs tapes I wanted to put on dvd. When I dubbed on of my tapes and played it back on the dvd the audio was off big time. I perchased a Sony dvd-vcr combo and it works great. I'm returning this Samsung so I can get my money back.
1 of 1 found this review helpful.
Review 10 for Samsung 1080p Upconverting DVD-VCR Combo Recorder
Average Customer Rating:
4 out of 5
4.0 out of 5
cat
Location: PA
it works fine 
cat
Average Customer Rating:
4 out of 5
4.0 out of 5
Date: 07/01/2009
after receiving my recorder I had trouble with audio matching up also so I called samsung, they said I need to record on 4x or 8x and it WORKED. The cable people, you just have to be a little pushy they dont like giving out info, or if you know a cable guy that works to. Most of the newer vhs movies you will not be able to record because of better copyright blocking. But since I have a better vhs machine I can still watch my vhs movies.
Review 11 for Samsung 1080p Upconverting DVD-VCR Combo Recorder
Average Customer Rating:
1 out of 5
1.0 out of 5
Anonymous
What a nightmare 
Anonymous
Average Customer Rating:
1 out of 5
1.0 out of 5
Date: 06/30/2009
I wish they would show the whole procedure how to hook these electronic items up once you get them home!!! It looks so easy on TV. We tried for 2 hours to get it to work with our cable configuration, we even called Samsung and our cable company and they couldn't help without having us call several other numbers. We just sent it back!!
Review 12 for Samsung 1080p Upconverting DVD-VCR Combo Recorder
Average Customer Rating:
1 out of 5
1.0 out of 5
Anonymous
save your money 
Anonymous
Average Customer Rating:
1 out of 5
1.0 out of 5
Date: 06/13/2009
I regret not doing research before purchasing. The video is out of synch from the audio when dubbing. I'm usually happy with HSN products. This will be my first return. Save your money and look elsewhere for a dubbing maching.
Review 13 for Samsung 1080p Upconverting DVD-VCR Combo Recorder
Average Customer Rating:
4 out of 5
4.0 out of 5
Nancy
Location: NJ
Viewing pleasure 
Nancy
Average Customer Rating:
4 out of 5
4.0 out of 5
Date: 06/05/2009
I basically needed a new VCR because my old machine died after 10 yrs. But after looking at how I could update all of my VHS movies and record them onto a DVD I decided to buy this Samsung. My only problem was whether I wanted to add it to my main TV setup in the livingroom or use it in my bedroom.
The whole aspect of creating DVD's from my VHS collection of older movies that are not available in DVD format sold me.
This was a great value for my "viewing pleasure".