A digital video recorder with good quality, support for wide range of disks

Category: Review on LG DR389 Digital Video Recorder

Posted by: 1-Aug

Strengths: Records on wide range of discs, progressive scan

Weaknesses: HDMI connection absent

The LG DR389 is a digital video recorder which has made video recording very easy. This is a super multi DVD recorder which records onto all types of DVDs. It can record on + and - DVD formats, which means you do not have to worry about buying the right DVD. The DVD recorder plays the DVD and upgrades them for improved picture quality. This digital video recorder has DV and USB inputs which enables the users to connect digital cameras, camcorders and MP3 players. The recorder uses progressive scan which enables it to produce better quality pictures. It supports double layer recording. The recorder also has parental control options.

LG DR389 digital video recorders enable the users to record up to 21 hours and enjoy the program over and over again. The remote that comes along with the recorder is quite user friendly. It supports both DivX and AVI files. This digital video recorder can also play MP3s, CDs and do JPEG slideshows. It also supports MPEG4 files. The LG recorder has only one tuner which means you can either record or watch the program at a time. The built-in freeview is good enough. The DR389 digital video recorder is available with DVFX chip which results in highest quality recording.

The set up process is very simple, though it takes some time to get used to the menu. The LG DR389 digital video recorder weighs around 3 kilos and can be easily carried. This video recorder has nothing spectacular, even then, it is recommended for people who focus of quality.