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title: "Panasonic DMR-ES45VS DVD Recorder / VCR Combo with HDMI, SD Card, and DV Input"
brand: "panasonic"
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# HDMI output VCR/DVD combo One-touch dubbing Panasonic DMR-ES45VS DVD Recorder / VCR Combo with HDMI, SD Card, and DV Input

**Brand:** panasonic
**Price:** € 135.38
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

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## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Panasonic DMR-ES45VS DVD Recorder / VCR Combo with HDMI, SD Card, and DV Input by panasonic
- **How much does it cost?** € 135.38 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
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## Best For

- panasonic enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted panasonic brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Compact Design:** Sleek dimensions (16.9 x 3.3 x 13.9 inches) fit perfectly into any media center.
- • **Seamless Dubbing:** Effortlessly transfer your favorite memories between formats with one-touch dubbing.
- • **Versatile Playback:** Enjoy a wide range of formats including dual-layer DVDs and CDs for ultimate flexibility.
- • **Multiple Connections:** Connect effortlessly with HDMI, S-Video, and more for a fully integrated entertainment setup.
- • **Surround Sound Experience:** Immerse yourself in rich audio with Dolby Digital and DTS surround sound capabilities.

## Overview

The Panasonic DMR-ES45VS is a versatile DVD recorder and VCR combo that allows you to easily record and play back your favorite media. With HDMI up-converting output, one-touch dubbing, and support for various formats, this device is perfect for anyone looking to preserve their memories in high quality. Its compact design and multiple connection options make it a great addition to any home entertainment system.

## Description

Product Description Panasonic, DVD Recorder/ VCR Combo,HDMI,SD,DV Input desertcart.com The Panasonic DMR-ES45VS brings together a VCR and multi-format DVD recorder, enabling you to continue to enjoy your VHS video tape library as well as record TV programming and home videos directly to DVD disc. It includes easy-to-use front panel controls as well as an S-Video/composite AV input for connecting gaming consoles and video camcorders. This unit provides easy, one-touch copying of non-copy protected DVD disc material to VHS tape, and vice versa--great for archiving your old home videos. It also offers a FireWire port (also known as IEEE1394 or i.Link) for direct connection to a digital video camcorder, enabling you to download footage directly to disc. You can also view individual images and photo slideshows using the integrated Secure Digital (SD) memory card slot (compatible with JPEG and TIFF file formats). This unit also includes an HDMI digital audio/video output, which can "up-convert" standard DVD movie discs to near HD resolution. Where standard DVD players (even progressive scan models) provide just 480 lines of resolution, the DMR-ES25S up-converts the picture up to 720p and 1080i high-def video formats--taking full advantage of your HD television's sparkling resolution. (Note that your TV must have an HDMI connection; HDMI cable not included.) Choose from a full spectrum of recordable DVD media--write-once DVD+R and DVD-R discs or rewritable DVD-RW/+RW and DVD-RAM discs. (For temporary storage, such as your favorite weekly shows, DVD-RAM discs are a great choice as they can be rewritten more times than DVD-RW/+RW discs.) In addition to standard DVD movie and CD audio discs and its compatible recordable formats, the DMR-ES25S can play back CD-R/RW, dual layer DVD-R/+R, and VCD disc formats as well as JPEG, and MP3 digital formats. Panasonic's Time Slip function consists of two features designed to give you added flexibility and control when making DVD recordings: Chasing Playback and Simultaneous Record & Play. With Chasing Playback, you don't have to wait for an entire program to be recorded before watching it from beginning to end. This feature allows you to watch a program that's currently being recorded from any point that's already been recorded--while continuing to record the live program in progress. Simultaneous Record & Play allows you to record a program onto a disc while simultaneously watching any other program that's previously been recorded on the same disc. You can set your recorder to one of five different recording speeds, each varying in recording quality and length. EP mode yields the most recording time, LP & SP modes provide less recording time with higher quality recording, and XP mode gives you the highest quality recording. There's also the FR (Flexible Recording) mode that lets you record with the best picture quality possible for the recording time and remaining space on the disc. The Direct Navigator feature makes it easy to find a previously recorded program on a disc. A list of recording dates, times, channels and (user-entered) titles are shown on screen. With the Playlist Playback function, you can perform simple non-linear video editing using, such as rearranging the order of scenes, skipping over unwanted scenes, or copying selections Jump directly to any spot on a disc and begin playback or recording right away with the Rapid Random Access function when using DVD-RAM discs. Even if there is no sequential area of empty space available, this DVD recorder can record data on available space throughout the rest of the disc. You will also avoid searching for a blank spot to start recording, or accidentally recording over desired material. Enjoy a great picture on you flat screen LCD or plasma HDTV using the component video output, and immersive surround sound via the optical digital audio output for Dolby Digital and DTS home theater effects. The full lineup of video and audio connections includes: RF input: 1 RF output: 1 (for VCR) Composite video/audio input: 2 (1 front) Composite video/audio output: 1 S-Video input: 2 (1 front) S-Video output: 1 Component video output: 1 HDMI audio/video output: 1 Digital audio output: 1 optical Tech Talk HDMI is a lossless, uncompressed, all-digital audio/video interface to link any audio/video source (such as a set-top box, DVD player, or AV receiver) with your TV--all over a single cable. It provides up to a 5 GB per second bandwidth for transmitting pure digital video and audio signals with no degradation in the transfer. It can carry up to eight discrete audio channels, making it compatible with 7.1-channel surround sound systems. Signals are encrypted with HDCP (High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection) to prevent recording. HDMI is fully backward-compatible with most DVI connections . Component video (also called Y/Pb/Pr) features a three-jack video input, which provides separate connections for luminance (Y), blue color difference (PB) and red color difference (PR). This results in increased bandwidth for color information, resulting in a more accurate picture with clearer color reproduction and less bleeding than you would get with S-Video or composite (RCA yellow video plug) connections. You will need a separate RCA left/right audio cable for sound. High Definition Formats: The most common high-def (HD) video format is 720p, which displays video at 720 vertical by 1280 horizontal pixels. The "p" denotes that it is progressive scan, meaning that all video lines are filled at the same time. The 1080i format displays video at 1080 vertical by 1920 horizontal pixels, and the "i" means that it is interlaced (the old-school way of presenting video where the screen scans the odd-numbered video lines first, then the even-numbered lines). The 1080p format has the same pixel resolution as 1080i, but it is a progressive scan format and thus has a constant vertical resolution of 1080 lines. What's in the Box DVD recorder/VCR, remote control (with batteries), AV cable, RF cable, power cord, one DVD-RAM disc, printed operating instructions

Review: Great machine! - I purchased this item a year ago and have been very pleased with its preformance. I have not had a bit of trouble with the machine for over a year now and I use it to record every day. I generally record on DVDs but occasionally use the VHS, especiallly when I am away from home. It gives me 12 hours of recording time when I am away using both. I record weekly programs on DVD-RAM for viewing within the week, then erase the title. This is an easy process, which I like. Setting up the recording schedule is fast. You also have the option of editing the schedule or putting a scheduled recording on standby, therefore not having to delete the scheduled program and start over. A really good feature for me. I have been transfering all my VHS recorded movies, etc. to DVD-R discs and that too is an easy process. I like the option of 1 touch recording or setting up a recording for a specified period of time. The only problem I have found is that when copying from VHS to DVD or vice versa, you cannot view the television separately, (at least I have not found it so but then, I haven't tried to break the connection while copying either - I will experiment soon). And the instruction book is a bit difficult to navigate, but once you figure it out, it becomes easier. The instructions are easy to understand and well diagramed. Altho' I am not a "techie", I am able to read and operate the machine competently and am very happy with my purchase. Would recommend this product to both experienced and novice operators.
Review: Never informed this machine does not work with large TVs and would not accept return - Did not state in write up this would produce pixilated recordings on large screen TVs. I Thought is was old tapes, I got new tapes and still crummy recordings. desertcart's congrats on purchase email to me, said I had 90 days to return item. After trying all kinds of adjustments on TV and machine, with no success, this company refused return, saying "their" return window was closed. No return window info in the packaging. Did not see any on site at time of purchase. And they were insulting about me not knowing "old media" would not record on this model. Their response: "Reason for the closure of your request: Expiration of returns period. Seller comments: Although this unit has HDMI the dvd cds and VHS tapes do not transmit in 1080 and not even 720 so having the image being fuzzy is normal for older types of media being played as they are not even close to being in high definition." desertcart tried to intervene twice but they refused to accept the machine back. Had I read that playback issue on the selling page I would have looked for another product if one existed.

## Features

- Combo DVD recorder/VHS player recorder with HDMI up-converting output; measures 16.9 x 3.3 x 13.9 inches (WxHxD)
- Easy one-touch dubbing of DVD to VCR and VCR to DVD (non-copy protected sources)
- Records onto DVD-R/RW, DVD+R/RW, and DVD-RAM; plays back dual-layer DVD-R/+R and CD-R/RW
- Connections: composite (2 in, 1 out), S-Video (2 in, 1 out), component (1 out), HDMI (1 out), RF (1 in, 1 out), Firewire (1 in), SD card slot
- Optical digital audio out for Dolby Digital and DTS surround sound

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B000F4C1H6 |
| Analog Video Format | NTSC |
| Audio Output Mode | Stereo |
| Best Sellers Rank | #478,195 in Electronics ( See Top 100 in Electronics ) #101 in DVD-VCR Combos #476 in DVD Players & Recorders |
| Brand | Panasonic |
| Color | Silver |
| Compatible Devices | Projector, Speakers, Television |
| Connectivity Technology | HDMI |
| Connector Type | HDMI, RF |
| Customer Reviews | 3.6 3.6 out of 5 stars (66) |
| File Format | AAC, AVI, JPEG, MP3, MP4, WAV, WMA |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00037988253746 |
| Item Dimensions L x W x H | 16.9"L x 13.9"W x 3.3"H |
| Item Weight | 15 Pounds |
| Manufacturer | Panasonic |
| Media Type | CD, DVD, VHS |
| Model Name | DMR-ES45VS |
| Number of Channels | 2 |
| Other Special Features of the Product | Surround Sound |
| Resolution | 1920 x 1080 pixels |
| Supported Audio Format | Dolby Digital, DTS |
| Surround Sound Channel Configuration | 5.1 |
| Total Number of HDMI Ports | 1 |
| UPC | 037988253746 |
| Video Encoding | MPEG-2 |
| Video Output Resolution | 480p, 1080p |
| Warranty Description | 1 year parts, 1 year labor |

## Product Details

- **Audio Output Mode:** Stereo
- **Brand:** Panasonic
- **Color:** Silver
- **Connectivity Technology:** HDMI
- **Connector Type:** HDMI, RF
- **Item Weight:** 15 Pounds
- **Media Type:** CD, DVD, VHS
- **Model Name:** DMR-ES45VS
- **Resolution:** 1920 x 1080 pixels
- **Special Feature:** Surround Sound

## Images

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## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great machine!
*by C***R on November 25, 2007*

I purchased this item a year ago and have been very pleased with its preformance. I have not had a bit of trouble with the machine for over a year now and I use it to record every day. I generally record on DVDs but occasionally use the VHS, especiallly when I am away from home. It gives me 12 hours of recording time when I am away using both. I record weekly programs on DVD-RAM for viewing within the week, then erase the title. This is an easy process, which I like. Setting up the recording schedule is fast. You also have the option of editing the schedule or putting a scheduled recording on standby, therefore not having to delete the scheduled program and start over. A really good feature for me. I have been transfering all my VHS recorded movies, etc. to DVD-R discs and that too is an easy process. I like the option of 1 touch recording or setting up a recording for a specified period of time. The only problem I have found is that when copying from VHS to DVD or vice versa, you cannot view the television separately, (at least I have not found it so but then, I haven't tried to break the connection while copying either - I will experiment soon). And the instruction book is a bit difficult to navigate, but once you figure it out, it becomes easier. The instructions are easy to understand and well diagramed. Altho' I am not a "techie", I am able to read and operate the machine competently and am very happy with my purchase. Would recommend this product to both experienced and novice operators.

### ⭐ Never informed this machine does not work with large TVs and would not accept return
*by K***E on January 9, 2020*

Did not state in write up this would produce pixilated recordings on large screen TVs. I Thought is was old tapes, I got new tapes and still crummy recordings. Amazon's congrats on purchase email to me, said I had 90 days to return item. After trying all kinds of adjustments on TV and machine, with no success, this company refused return, saying "their" return window was closed. No return window info in the packaging. Did not see any on site at time of purchase. And they were insulting about me not knowing "old media" would not record on this model. Their response: "Reason for the closure of your request: Expiration of returns period. Seller comments: Although this unit has HDMI the dvd cds and VHS tapes do not transmit in 1080 and not even 720 so having the image being fuzzy is normal for older types of media being played as they are not even close to being in high definition." Amazon tried to intervene twice but they refused to accept the machine back. Had I read that playback issue on the selling page I would have looked for another product if one existed.

### ⭐⭐⭐ Potentially a very good machine, but mine arrived broken.
*by N***O on September 25, 2006*

Pro's: Recording controls are intuitive; Quality of DVD recording is very good; Quality of VHS recording is very good. Cons: My unit would not eject VHS tapes (right out of the box) & I had to return it for a refund. Quality control may be an issue; One of three DVD recordings I made would not play in my other DVD machines. This machine does a lot. This makes for some complicated instructions and remote control functions. This machine isn't for those who have no patience with reading an operating manual and learning a new remote control. I used the DVD burner to transfer one VHS tape, record one television show from local cable and record one movie from a satellite cable channel before returning the machine because it wouldn't eject VHS tapes properly. For all three experiments I used the same brand of -R DVD blanks. The quality of the transfer from an ancient VHS tape to -R DVD worked well. The quality of the DVD image was at least as good as that of the original VHS Tape. The recording of a movie from satellite cable also worked well. After finalizing, the other DVD machines in my house read the recorded DVD. However, the recording of a television show did not work out very well. Though I finalized the -R DVD disk after recording, I could not get the recorded DVD to play on two other DVD machines in my house. It would however play on the Panasonic machine it was created with. Given this, it sounds as if the failure was caused by the equipment rather than a bad DVD blank or incorrect operation of the machine. Use of the DVD recorder and the editing functions is fairly intuitive. Panasonic has tried to make operation of the DVD recorder very similar to operation of a VCR. For example, you can pause the recording when a commercial comes up and restart the recording again when the commercial is over. This is done by pressing the pause button and then the record button to start again just like with a VCR. Unfortunately, there is a two or three second delay in starting the recording again. Therefore, the best way to edit out commercials is to record the entire show and then use the editing functions from the remote control before finalizing the DVD. The ability to play the DVD in the Panasonic machine even before finalizing the DVD lets you fill up a disk with many shows while retaining the ability to edit out commercials, insert titles and insert chapter breaks before you decide to finalize the disk. After finalizing, the disk can't be edited. Also, editing on the Panasonic machine was much, much faster than using my computer and re-burning the DVD. For the most part, the Panasonic machine seemed to do everything it was advertised to do well. Given my short experience with the machine, it is hard to tell if the one failed DVD copy was the exception or the rule. In regard to the failure of the machine to eject VHS tapes properly, in all fairness to Panasonic, the box the machine was shipped in from J & R Music was really battered and I don't think it had been packaged well. The failure to eject VHS tapes may have been caused by a combination of harsh shipping and poor packing rather than a flaw in the machine. It's hard to tell. For the kind of money these machines cost and the insane delays in getting service even when a product is covered by warranty, these machines really need to work out of the box. If it wasn't for the failed DVD recording, I would have given this machine a four or five star rating. Perhaps I would have given it a higher rating if I had kept the machine longer and used it more. However, I was unwilling to take the financial risk by waiting to see if the machine really worked or not over the long term.

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