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JVC HMDT100 Digital VHS Recorder with Integrated HDTV Receiver
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List Price: $1,499.99

Features
• Digital VHS recorder with built-in HDTV tuner archives high-definition, standard, and analog sources
• Connects to HD-ready TVs and hi-res projectors (1080i and 720p) through HDMI output for digital-to-digital transfer
• Records up to 4 hours of HD content and 35 hours of analog content on single cassette
• 2 iLink terminals, component output, 2 S-video inputs and 1 output, and 2 A/V inputs and 2 outputs
• 5.1 Dolby Digital/DTS optical output for multichannel soundtracks; MTS stereo

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JVC HMDT100 Digital VHS Recorder with Integrated HDTV Receiver description
The first-ever digital VHS recorder with an integrated HDTV receiver, JVC's HM-DT100 performs two functions in one, receiving lifelike high-definition video signals on an HD-compatible TV and then recording up to four hours of the signals for crisp, rich playback. The unit connects to HD-ready TVs and hi-res projection systems through its High Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI), which eliminates picture degradation by transferring information by digital means exclusively (no digital-to-analog or analog-to-digital conversion). For systems without HDMI inputs, the recorder connects via its iLink (ideal for digital camcorders), component-video, S-video, or composite outputs, which combine to give viewers a multitude of audio and video options. The device also features a 5.1-channel Dolby Digital and DTS audio output that broadcasts high-quality audio soundtracks in multichannel surround sound.

Fortunately for users who still enjoy standard digital and analog programming, the HM-DT100 records those signals as well, including converting analog signals to digital recordings via the CODEC processor. Viewers with large videotape collections can ditch their old VCRs, as the unit is compatible with the traditional VHS format, while also playing far more modern D-Theater content. Recording lengths depend on the cassette type and content source, with top-end D-VHS cassettes offering up to four hours of HD recording and up to 35 hours of analog recording. Other compatible cassettes include S-VHS (doesn't record HD content), S-VHS ET, and Hi-Fi VHS (for multichannel analog sources). The system's multibrand remote control (with glowing keys) controls the VCR, TV, and cable box.

What's in the Box
D-VHS recorder, remote control, two batteries, user's manual.

JVC HMDT100 Digital VHS Recorder with Integrated HDTV Receiver Customer Reviews

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D-VHS Appears to Have Been Abandoned

On the one hand, the JVC D-VHS units are actually state of the art. I own two different units and they do a great job.

The key for any buyer to think about is how you want to use it. If your plan is to record OTA HD programming then these are the only game in town. If you want to build up a library of pre-recorded D-Theater titles, forget about it.

Problem is that buying one now is sort of like buying the latest in 8-track players. JVC, along with the studios, appear to have abandoned the D-Theater format. The quality of the D-Theater tapes is spectacular, better than CD and even higher bitrate that broadcast HD. Unfortunately, the last titles released were "Master & Commander" and "Passion of the Christ". Those will probably be the last ones ever. Even blank D-VHS tapes are becoming harder to find.

Most of the better D-Theater movies are no longer available. This will leave you shopping at that big auction site. You will find mostly stuff not worth owning. You will also find that some rare titles such a Bourne Identity and Alien are selling for prices that defy any sort of logic. Look at what you can purchase these on DVD for and multiply by 10 or 20 and you will get the idea. You would really have to be insanely obsessed with seeing these pics in HD to purchase them at that price. Of course, with BlueRay or other HD DVD right around the corner, those tapes will soon be worth less than a buck on the same auction site.

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