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Panasonic DMR-EX78 DVD/HDD RECORDER 250GB & DIGITAL TUNER 
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Panasonic DMR-EX78 DVD/HDD RECORDER 250GB & DIGITAL TUNER 
DVD REC WITH 250GB HDD 
 
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    250GB Hard Disk Drive

    1080p Up-Conversion with HDMI

    VIERA Link & HDMI Simple Connection

    Integrated DVB Tuner (SD)

    Integrated DVB-T Digital Tuner
    Digital broadcasts offer a higher picture and sound quality experience!

    DVB (Digital Video Broadcasting) delivers Digital Television entertainment to the home. A huge variety of programs, information and services are available in brilliant digital quality. Panasonic now introduces integrated DVB Digital Tuners DVD-Recorders to its range, allowing you to fully take advantage of Digital Television broadcasts. Watching and enjoying Digital Television transmissions is easier than ever with Panasonic integrated DVB Digital Tuner DVD-Recorders.


    Features & Benefits

    Integrated DVB-T Digital Tuner (SD)
    The DMR-EX78 features an integrated DVB Digital Tuner (SD) for viewing enjoyment. The integrated tuner allows for Digital broadcasting reception without the use of an external tuner incorporated into a set-top box. High quality digital television enjoyment has never been easier with a Panasonic DVD-Recorder. The hybrid digital tuner offered in the DMR-EX78 also supports Analogue broadcasts for broadcasters not yet offering digital broadcasting.

    7 Day EPG
    The DMR-EX78 also supports 7 day Electronic Program Guide where transmitted by each broadcaster, 7 day EPG makes recording a breeze, simply select the program you wish to record by name rather than remembering days, dates and times.

    HDMI Connection
    With HDMI connection, recorded images are transmitted with no deterioration for high quality reproduction. Both video and audio signals are transmitted over a single cable, so connection is easier and there is less clutter.

    Viera-Link for easy operation
    With a single cable, HDMI enables transmission of not only A/V signals but also control signals. All you have to do to enjoy a new level of operation convenience is hook up to a VIErA or home theater system with Viera Link compatibility. When you want home theater entertainment, for example, just press a button on the remote. Power to all the components switches on, TV input and other settings are automatically adjusted, and the show's ready to begin. It's that easy.

    250GB Hard Disk Drive
    The built-in 250GB Hard Disk Drive lets you record an enormous amount of programming without using a DVD. With a massive 331 hours of capacity and editing capabilities, you can have the freedom to store a massive amount of your favourite programs. Should you wish to archive the informattion, you can easily record it to DVD.

    1 Second Quick Start Recording
    Thanks to high-speed quick-start, both the Hard Disk Drive and the DVD-RAM disc are ready to record just 1 second after switching on the power. Being able to record almost instantly means that you will never miss the start of the game.

    2x Resolution in LP Mode
    Our recorders provide exceptional recording quality. You can enjoy viewing extended recordings (4 hours, single-sided DVD-RAM/-R) with exceptionally detailed images and 2x the picture quality. The virtual multi encode system provides LP recording mode with 500 lines of horizontal resolution - twice the resolution of conventional LP recording mode.

     

    4x Natural Gradation (12-bit Analogue to Digital Converter)
    Greater natural gradation and amazingly rich pictures are delivered with 4096 steps of grey. The 12-bit analogue-to-digital converter has 4x the gradation found with a conventional 10-bit analogue-to-digital converter. Resulting in a faithful reproduction of details, so you can see for the first time, everything there is to see!
    		 
     
    284 Hours Extended Recording Time with High Picture Quality
    The innovative DMR engine inside Panasonic DVD Recorders assures long recording time combined with outstanding picture quality. Our DVD recorders offer the unique combination of outstanding picture quality and long recording time to either Hard Disk Drive or DVD. You can record up to 8 hours of material on a single-sided disc, or 284 hours onto an 250GB Hard Disk Drive.

    Super Multi-Format Recording & Playback: Supports all DVD formats
    Incredible recording versatility with Super Multi-Format recording and playback. You can enjoy recording of DVD-RAM, DVD-R, DVD-RW, DVD+R & DVD+RW formats. Naturally playback of all DVD formats is also possible, so you don't have to worry about whether your DVD Recorder can playback everything in your current video library.

    This new DVD Recorder is also officially DivX certified, and will play DivX 6, 5,4,3 and DivX VOD video content.

     
    DV-Input for Easy Transfer from a Digital Video Camera
    With the DMR-EX78 transferring material recorded on a Digital Video Camera is Quick & Easy. You can simply transfer digital recording to Hard Disk Drive or DVD while maintaining breaks in your recording. DV-Input is the ideal solution for those wishing to transfer material from a video camera while maintaining the highest quality.

    High-speed Dubbing from Hard Disk Drive
    You can perform high-speed recording from the hard disk drive to a DVD-RAM (5x speed compatible) or DVD-R (8x speed compatible) at the touch of a button. You can record a 1-hour program (originally recorded in EP [8H] mode) from the hard disk drive to DVD-R disc in only 1 minute!

    SD Card Slot for Photo Storage and Viewing
    You can view photos and images in JPEG format on your television from SD Card, CD, DVD-RAM or Hard Disk Drive. You even have the freedom to transfer between storage devices.

    Direct Navigator for Easy and Quick Search
    With Direct Navigator technology graphical user interface you  can find desired material on the hard drive quickly. Just press the direct navigator button to display thumbnails of all the programs on the hard disk drive or a DVD-RAM disc, then, select the one you want and press enter. It's that easy! and with "List Display" you can sort the programs by date or title.

    High Speed Dubbing
    You can perform high-speed recording from the Hard Disk Drive to a DVD-RAM (5x speed comp.) or DVD-R (8x speed comp.) at the touch of one button. For, example you can record a one-hour program (originally recorded in EP [8H] mode) from the hard disk drive to a DVD-RAM in just 1.5 minutes or a DVD-R disc in 1 minute.

    Time Slip Functions

    TimeSlip Button:
    Just press the Time Slip button on the remote control to go back and view any point in the previous 8 hours of recording. You can even rewind and fast forward through the content as you desire while maintaining recording.

    Chasing Playback:
    Set your DVD Recorder to begin recording, then with Chasing Playback you can commence viewing the program at any stage during while recording.

    Simultaneous Recording & Playback:
    Enjoy watching a program pre-recorded to DVD-RAM disc while recording another program to the same disc. You can conveniently catch up on the previous week's episode while recording this week's program.

    Progressive Scan (PAL/NTSC)
    PAL/NTSC Progressive Scan for optimal picture quality on a variety of viewing devices. Panasonic DVD Recorders are equipped with a high-precision progressive video processor. T
     
    No. of Discs 1  
     
    CD-R Playback1 Yes  
     
    CD-RW Playback2 No  
     
    MP3 CD Playback3 Yes  
     
    DVD Audio Playback TBC  
     
    SACD Playback No  
     
    VCD Playback Yes  
     
    LD Playback No  
     
    DVD Recordable4 Yes  
     
    Compatible Playable Disc Types5 DVD-RAM, DVD-RAM (VR), DVD-R (Video), DVD-R, DVD+R, DVD-RW (Video), DVD-RW(VR), DVD+RW  
     
    Compatible Recordable Disc Types6 DVD-RAM, DVD-RAM (VR), DVD+R, DVD-R, DVD-R (Video), DVD-RW(VR), DVD-RW, DVD-RW (Video), DVD+RW  
     
    Zone 4  
     
    Progressive Scan Yes  
     
    Dolby Digital® Decoder Built-in Yes (2ch)  
     
    Inbuilt DTS Decoder Yes  
     
    HighMAT 4 Compatible7 No  
     
    THX Certified No  
     
    Karaoke Function No  
     
    Display Dimmer No  
     
    G-Code Recording Supported8 Yes  
     
    Electronic Program Guide (EPG) Support9 Yes - 7 Day  
     
    Inbuilt Hard Disc Drive Yes  
     
    Hard Disc Drive [HDD] - Capacity (GB)10 250  
     
    Recording Time Available To Hard Disc (XP Mode) (Hrs) 55  
     
    Recording Time Available To Hard Disc (SP Mode) (Hrs) 110  
     
    Recording Time Available To Hard Disc (LP Mode) (Hrs) 221  
     
    Recording Time Available To Hard Disc (EP Mode) (Hrs) 331  
     
    Recording Time Available To 4.7GB Disc (XP Mode) (Hrs) 1  
     
    Recording Time Available To 4.7GB Disc (SP Mode) (Hrs) 2  
     
    Recording Time Available To 4.7GB Disc (LP Mode) (Hrs) 4  
     
    Recording Time Available To 4.7GB Disc (EP Mode) (Hrs) 6  
     
    TV Tuner Receiving System PAL  
     
    Tuner Channel Coverage CCIR (PAL - BG): - VHF: E2 - E12, UHF: E21 - E69, CATV: S01 - S05, M1 - M10, S21 - S41  
     
    Video System (PAL colour signal, 625 lines, 50 fields)  
     
    Recording System (Video) MPEG2 (Hybrid VBR)  
     
    Recording System (Audio) Dolby Digital 2ch.  
     
    A/V 1: [1 terminal]  
     
    A/V 2: [1 terminal]  
     
    A/V 3: [1 terminal]  
     
    A/V 4: [1 terminal]  
     
    A/V OUT: Audio [RCA]  
     
    Component Video Output(s) Yes  
     
    DV Input/Output (IEEE 1394)11 Yes  
     
    Coaxial Digital Out Yes  
     
    Optical Digital Out Yes  
     
    Digital Audio Out Optical Terminal  
     
    HDMI Input/Output Output Only  
     
    Card Slot/s -  
     
    Compatible Media - Image Files (SD Card Slot) SD Memory Card  
     
    Compatible Media - Image Files (PC Card Slot) A PC Card Adaptor conforming to PC Card Standards  
     
    Image File Formats via Card Slots JPEG conforming DCF (Design rule for Camera File system)  
     
    Image File via Card Slot - Pixel Dimension Range min.: 320 x 240  
     
    Compatible Media - Video Files (SD Card Slot) SD Memory Card  
     
    Compatible Media - Video Files (PC Card Slot) Mobile hard disc (read only)  
     
    Card Slot/s - Video File (MPEG4) Codec Video: MPEG4 conforming  
     
    Card Slot/s - Video File (MPEG4) Number of Pixels super fine / fine: 320 x 240 (QVGA)  
     
    Card Slot/s - Video File (MPEG4) Recording rate (max.) super fine: 1050Kbps  
     
    Card Slot/s - Video File (MPEG4) File Format SD-Video format conforming (ASF)  
     
    Card Slot/s - Video File (MPEG2) Codec12 MPEG2 (SD-Video Entertainment Video Profile)  
     
    Card Slot/s - Video File (MPEG2) File Format SD-Video format conforming  
     
    Power (Mains) AC 220-240, 50Hz / 60Hz  
     
    Power Consumption - Normal (Watts) 34  
     
    Power Consumption - Power Save Mode approx. (Watts) 2  
     
    Operating Temperature Range - Minimum (degrees C) 5  
     
    Operating Temperature Range - Maximum (degrees C) 40  
     
    Operating Humidity Range 10-80 %RH (no condensation)  
     
    Width (mm) 430  
     
    Height (mm) 59  
     
    Depth (mm) 330  
     
    Weight (kg) 4.3  
     
    Colour(s) Black
     

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         		by t.b parkwood, QLD on September 11, 2008
    14 out of 15 people found the following review helpful:

    Pros: Sooooooo easy to use!!!!
    Cons: Dont have enough time to learn all its functions!!!!
    Bought the panasonic DMR EX78 250gb hdd with a plasma 42inch. The viera link makes it so easy my 6yr old boy is capable of watching, recording & editing his favourite shows & burning them to disc. Only problem is I still havnt taken advantage of all the functions yet. It came with a novel of instructions & without reading it was guided by easy to follow instructions on screen and was up and running within 15mins of installation. Atleast now I have the freedom of watching shows when I want too and storing more than 40 programs if I dont get round to watching the TV for a few days.
     


     
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