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Panasonic DMR-EZ485VK DVD Recorder / VCR Combo

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(1.70 out of 5) from 3 reviews

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There are reasons why so many are refurbished! A video "Edsel"

(1.00 out of 5) by mrpragmatic on Nov 12, 2009

Pros: A lot is offered, e.g. digital tuner, DVD recording, VHS recording*, SD card reader.
Cons: *Cannot record digital broadcasts via the digital tuner onto the VCR.
The Bottom Line: Avoid frustration and disappointment by avoiding this product!

Based on my experience, and seeing what others have written, this product is a lemon, and that's why ...
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Read the Warranty!!

(1.00 out of 5) by frzz on Oct 23, 2009

Pros: I have some older Panasonic recorders (no digital tuner) that work fine.
Cons: I agree with other reviews I have read - the DMR EZ48/485V is a LEMON!

This machine works pretty good for me - while it is working! But it freezes just too often - f ...
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Good product, inept service

(3.00 out of 5) by cirripedia on Jun 27, 2009

Pros: Reasonable set of features, good connections, digital ATSC turner.
Cons: Does not record broadcast TV to VHS tapes, inept customer service.

The product (Panasonic DMR-EZ485V DVDR/VCR) is a good product, reasonable set of features, but ...
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Too many problems - I returned it. Don't waste your money.

(1.00 out of 5) by big_dog_oesd on Jun 23, 2008

Pros: Nice set of features... if you can get them to work. Not worth the effort.
Cons: Impossible to use. Buggy. Freezes/crashes like the worst computer you've ever had.
The Bottom Line: Do not buy. Consider non-Panasonic products.

After wasting an entire weekend trying to get this product to work, I finally gave up. Panasonic's h ...
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