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Panasonic DMR-EH59GA-K DVD/HDD Recorder

Multi-System & Multi-Zone

 PAL/SECAM/NTSC 

PAL / NTSC Dual TV Tuners Built-in

Features: 

To play, record, and archive music, photos, and videos across a variety of storage formats, the Panasonic DMR-EH59GA-K Multi-Zone 250GB HDD/DVD Recorder offers choices that will satisfy the most demanding requirements.

The multi-system device includes a 250GB hard disk drive, a DVD recorder that works with single- or dual-layer discs, a USB port, and an SD memory card slot. Content can be recorded from one format to another, depending on file type and size. The DMR-EH59GA-K has dual PAL and NTSC tuners, and can also record SECAM programming.

If you've got video or audio devices that you'd like to hook up to the DMR-EH59GA-K for additional recording options, you're in luck. The Panasonic recorder includes an assortment of inputs that will meet your needs. For playback, the DMR-EH59GA-K provides digital and analog outputs including HDMI, optical, component, and composite jacks.

The DMR-EH59GA-K is also equiped a feature that once you try, you won't be able to do without. For example, if the machine should run out of room when recording a TV program to DVD, it records the overflow onto HDD. During recording, the Auto Scene Chapter function inserts chapter marks between scenes for easy review. And when playing a CD or recording it to HDD, the DMR-EH59GA-K taps into the embedded Gracenote Database to supply information about the music and the artist.

Panasonic DMR-EH59GA-K is a superb DVD/CD player. The unit includes 1080p upconversion, Dolby Digital, and Linear PCM for brilliant video and audio. The recorder also offers high-speed data archiving, Viera Link compatibility for convenient control of compatible HDTVs, and a simplified graphical user interface for easy function selection, among its other attributes.

If you do a lot of recording and need to work with multiple content formats and storage media, the Panasonic DMR-EH59GA-K Multi-Zone 250GB HDD/DVD Recorder is your audio-visual dream machine.

• Hard Disk Drive Recording

• DVD Recording

You also have the ability to record on DVD discs at several quality settings. Recording time using 4.7GB single-sided discs ranges from 1 hour in XP Mode to 8 hours in EP Mode. For 8.5GB dual-layer discs, recording time ranges from 1 hour 45 minutes in XP Mode to 14 hours 20 minutes in EP Mode.  

• 1080p Upconversion with HDMI

By interpolating video data using proprietary algorithms, SD format data is up-converted to 1080 x 1920p HD format video data. This conversion to HD format increases the richness of the original data by approximately six fold, and produces the highest possible image quality when viewing content on a large-screen HDTV.  

• USB Port

The convenient USB port lets you connect devices such as flash drives and digital cameras to the DMR-EH59GA-K to play music, view photos, and watch videos.  

• SD Memory Card Slot

The ${Model} makes it easy to view JPEG files and transfer JPEG and MPEG2 files to the HDD or to a DVD disc. The recorder accepts SD/SDHC/MultiMedia cards and, with an optional adapter, miniSD and microSD cards.  

• Viera Link Compatibility

Have too many remote controls to keep track of? The unit's Viera Link HDAVI Control is a convenient function that offers linked operations of this unit and a Panasonic Viera TV or receiver under HDAVI Control. You can use this function by connecting the equipment with an HDMI cable.  

• Music Jukebox with Gracenote Database

You can use the DMR-EH59GA-K as a versatile music jukebox in conjunction with the Gracenote Database, which is used to search and retrieve CD title information. When a CD is inserted or recording from a CD begins, the unit will automatically search for and obtain information about the inserted CD. The Gracenote Database comes pre-installed on this unit, so titles and artist information can be obtained.  

• 384 Kbps Audio Recording in SP Mode

In the SP recording mode, 384 Kbps high sound quality recording provides audio quality approaching that of commercially available movie software. Even with music containing a wide range of tones, such as orchestral performances, the sound of individual instruments is faithfully reproduced.  

• HDD Damper & Fan Control Technology

The Panasonic DMR-EH59GA-K recorder incorporates technology that ensures quiet operation. Locating the HDD damper closer to the hard disk drive than in conventional hard disk drive mounting configurations effectively improves absorption of hard disk drive vibrations. Similarly, the unit features an advanced control system that automatically adjusts fan speed based on information received from an internal heat sensor. When the recorder's internal temperature rises, the fan turns on to prevent overheating. Conversely, when the temperature is low, the fan shuts off entirely, providing whisper-quiet operation.  

• Improved Graphical User Interface (GUI)

With the Panasonic's streamlined and easy-to-navigate GUI, it's a snap to find and choose the settings that you want. Choices are clearly indicated and confirmed at the touch of a button.  

• Auto Scene Chapter Function

When recording a TV program, this function determines where new scenes begin (by "listening" to the voices in the program) and automatically inserts chapter marks at those places. This makes it easy to skip over scenes and start playback from a particular point.  

• JPEG Slideshow with Music

Turn your digital photos into a fun slideshow by recording musical accompaniment and playing it all back on the DMR-EH59GA-K. Your friends and family will enjoy the added touch of sound for your memories.  

• Multi-Format Playback

With the DMR-EH59GA-K, you have a wide variety of file formats that you can play. The DVD recorder can handle virtually all DVD/CD disc formats, while the built-in USB port can play files recorded in the MP3, DivX, JPEG, and WMA formats.  

• High Speed Data Archiving

The DMR-EH59GA-K recorder enables you to quickly archive MPEG2, JPEG, MP3, and WMA files from USB to HDD. You need only choose source and destination and the unit simplifies the process to back up your music and photos.  

• Environment-Friendly

With environmentally aware power-saving features such as Intelligent Auto Standby and Standby Power Save, the Panasonic DMR-EH59GA-K Multi-Zone DVD Recorder can truly be considered a green machine.

Specifications:

System

PAL/SECAM/NTSC

Region

ALL

Hard Disk Drive

250GB

Progressive Scan Output

Yes

HD Upconversion

1080p

DVD Recording Media

DVD-RAM, DVD-R, DVD-R DL, DVD-RW, DVD+R, DVD+R DL, DVD+RW

DVD Playback Media

DVD, DVD-RAM, DVD-R, DVD-R DL, DVD-RW, DVD+R, DVD+R DL, DVD+RW

CD-R/CD-RW Playback

CD, CD-R, CD-RW

Dolby Digital/DTS

Yes

MP3 Playback

Yes

WMA Playback

Yes

Picture CD/JPEG

Yes

SACD/DVD-Audio Playback

No

Bass Management

No

Convenience

Digital Media Slot

SD/SDHC

TV Tuner

PAL/SECAM/NTSC

TiVo

No

VCR Plus+

No

Slow Motion Playback

Yes

Frame-by-Frame Playback

Yes

Bookmarking

Not Specified by Manufacturer

Playback Zoom

Yes

Connectors

Inputs

RF x 1
S-Video x 1
Composite Video x 1
Audio L/R x 1

Outputs

HDMI x 1
RF x 1
S-Video x 1
Component Video x 1
Composite Video x 1
A/V (21-Pin) x 2
Digital Audio (Optical) x 1
Audio L/R x 1

Other Ports

USB x 1

General

Remote Control

Yes

Power Requirements

220-240VAC/50-60 Hz

Dimensions (WxHxD)

16.93 x 2.32 x 12.83" (430 x 59 x 326mm)

Weight

9.26 lbs (4.2 kg)

Color

Black

 Note: This unit may require a multi-system TV or system converter to view PAL DVDs in the US. This item is imported and it is not supported by a Manufacturer's warranty.

Panasonic DMR-EH59GA-K Multi-System DVD/HDD Recorder