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Panasonic DMR-EZ28K 1080p Upconverting DVD Recorder with Built In Tuner | 
| Brand: Panasonic
Category: CE
Rating:  11 reviews
Sales Rank: 1678
Color: Black
Media: Electronics
Autographed: No
Memorabilia: No
Batteries Included: Yes
Shipping Weight (lbs): 6.2
Dimensions (in): 10 x 17 x 2
nv:Device Type: DVD-RAM
Device Type: DVD Player
Device Type: DVD Recorder
Device Type: DVD Player / Recorder
Device Type: Audio/Video Receiver
Device Type: DVD-RAM Recorder
Device Type: DVD Recorder / VCR
Device Type: CD Player
Compatible Format: DVD-Audio
Compatible Format: MPEG
Compatible Format: DVD-R DL
Compatible Format: MP4 Player
Compatible Format: Divx
Compatible Format: MPEG Video
Compatible Format: Picture CD
Compatible Format: DVD-R DL (Double Layer)
Compatible Format: Audio CD
MPN: DMR-EZ28K
Model: DMR-EZ28K
UPC: 037988256624
EAN: 0037988256624
ASIN: B0014F7Z94
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| Features:
| • | 1080p Upconversion via HDMI | | • | Multi Format playback: DVD, DivX, DVD-RAM, DVD-R, DVD-RW, CD, CD-R, CD-RW | | • | Viera Link to Panasonic Televisions | | • | Built In ATSC Tuner | | • | SD card slot |
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| Editorial Reviews:
Product Description
The Panasonic DMR-EA28K DVD recorder is capable of receiving both digital and analog broadcasts. Even when digital signals drop out because of interference with direct signal access, which makes the picture either disappear or become filled with block noise, the Digital Tuner still produces a beautiful picture. Just slip the SD card into the slot or use the cable to connect the camera to the USB terminal, and you're ready to enjoy a spectacular big-screen slideshow with family and friends. You can even listen to music recorded onto a USB device while viewing your photos. Connect your Panasonic DVD recorder to a flat-panel HDTV via an HDMI cable and the TV channel setting information is automatically downloaded to the recorder. Once the Auto Preset Download is complete, the DVD recorder will keep whichever TV channel you're watching as its receiving channel. This means you can record the program you're watching by just pressing the Record button on the VIERA remote. With VIERALink, you don't have to worry about setting the recorder to the right channel every time you want to record something. Frequently used buttons, such as Power and Open/Close, are located at the top of the main unit (this makes them easier to see when the unit is placed in a rack, where you need to look down when operating it). SD Image File Format - JPEG conforming DCF Image File Number of Pixels - 34 x 34 to 6,144 x 4096 Inputs and Outputs - 2x LINE (pin jack) Analog Audio (2 Ch) Input, 2x Line (pin jack) Video In, DV Input Terminal, 2x S Connector S-Video In, Built-in SD Card Slot, 1x LINE (pin jack) 2ch Audio Out, Component Video Out (Y, PB, PR), and 1x S Connector S-Video Outputs Dimensions - Height 2-3/8 x Width 16-15/16 x Depth 9-13/16 Weight - 6.16 pounds
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| Customer Reviews: Read 6 more reviews...
 Debunk bad reviews - I'm a satisfied customer October 12, 2008
ProducerDrew (Chicago< IL)
I almost didn't but this unit because of bad reviews and that it is more expensive that most recorders. Fortunately, I was able to get the unit for $179 at a local retailer who was willing to match Amazon's price. The bad reviews caused me to buy several units, bring them home and test them. I bought the Toshiba D-R560 and the Philips HDD Recorder. I didn't try the Sony because I couldn't find one with the Divx feature. I didn't try any with VHS features because those where more expensive and I don't own any VHS tapes. The Toshiba's recording function was nice. It was quick to respond and easy to use. Unfortunately, I could never get the Toshiba unit to find channels with the digital tuner over my basic Comcast service. It found zero digital channels. This was disappointing because I looked forward to using the Toshiba's QAM tuner to find clear cable channels.
The one thing that I wanted that was missing on the Toshiba was a USB port. The Philips HDD recorder has a USB port. So, I thought I'd consider it along with it's hard disk recording benefits. Unfortunately, the Philips USB port does not read Divx. It only read Jpeg and WMA files. Also, I found the Philips picture interior to both the Toshiba AND the Panasonic. The Philips picture was dark, on all channels, and graining on many SD analog channels. So, I took the Philips back right away. After all of this, it was clear that only the Panasonic had most of the features that I needed. It has a USB port that can read Divx, in addition to reading Divx in the DVD drive. This way, I have a choice to burn a Divx DVD disk or simply save a video (avi / divx) file to my flash drive and save DVD costs on videos that I just want to look at once. The Panny is also the only unit with a SD slot. I have not used it but will in the future. The Panny also gave me S-Video inputs on the front and back, as well as an optical audio output (in addition to a coaxial output) on the back to connect to my Yamaha amps that uses only optical audio connections. The only thing that this unit lacks in a QAM Tuner for cable channels. Regardless, I found that the ATSC Tuner in the Panny was able to display all of the over-the-air HD Channels, as expected. The only thing it might not get is the "cable" HD channels that are "in the clear". Lastly, though the Toshiba picture was good, I think the Panny picture was the best of all three. To top it off, in contrast to the Toshiba (which found zero digital channels on Comcast Basic Service), the Panansonic found many, many digital channels!!!
I want to address some of the negative comments that I have found on this site about this unit: Yes - Channel surfing on this unit is a little slow. But, my research has lead me to believe that many digital tuners and HD over-the-air stations tune slowly because of the amount of information involved. I don't think it's that bad once you get used to it. Regarding the comment that you "can't split titles and chapters". This is not true. People - This is one of the most flexible recording machines on the market. But, you've got to read the manual to learn about it. If you don't like reading manuals, just do simply records - I'm sure you'll be fine.
In summary, I'm one happy customer. This is a qaulity unit that leads the industry in features to price. It's a great value and a quality product!
 Believe the other bad reviews and don't buy it! September 20, 2008
M Hoopes (St. Louis Missouri)
I bought this recorder and found it easy to use. But other than that it's slow when you change the channels and it had problems recording after two or three times using a disc that was made to re-write 1000 times. The first call to tech support was very helpful. The second time I called and asked about the first of five issues I had with the recorder the guy said "it's the way you have it hooked up" and didn't offer any advice. I didn't bother asking about any of it's other problems and I took it back. Way more trouble than it's worth. I wouldn't use it if it was free.
 DO NOT BUY!!!!! August 23, 2008
Joseph A. Massie
3 out of 4 found this review helpful
This DVD player is awful. For these reasons:
Slow reacting remote. - Press it and take a break cause it will be a few minutes, terrible for channel surfing!!!
DVDs get corrupted - Go ahead and get the DVDrw discs and think you've outsmarted your friends paying a premium for DVR. Until you find your favorite show did not record because of an unknown error- the disc got screwed up even though they are rated to be used up to a 1,000 times!!!
Tuner- Unless you use a cable provider that has not gone digital you do not need a TV tuner. This thing will not play all the channels and if Murphy has anything to do with it then it will be your favorite.
Other than that I am having audio issues with it but I have not isolated that to the machine, maybe just a bad cable.
DO NOT BUY THIS HUNK OF JUNK!!!!!!
Does not allowing editing of most DVDs August 20, 2008
Patrick St Romain (Charleston, SC)
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
The only real editing the unit allows for DVD+RW or DVD-RW is to select a thumbnail image. You cannot split a title or add new chapter divisions. This makes it very inferior to most competitors. The editing capability is all for the DVD-RAM which is a Panasonic product but is not comptabile with most DVD players. So if you purchase a DVD that you can edit you can't play it on much of anything else. We returned our unit after one day of trials.
 Get a Toshiba instead August 20, 2008
makedah
3 out of 3 found this review helpful
This DVD recorder is a basic, plodding unit. If you're recording while something is playing (not a programmed recording) and want to set the timer, you are stuck with 30 min and then hourly increments, like it's a bloody VCR! (My Toshiba let me record for however long I said - 14 minutes, 27 minutes, etc.) Then, it turns OFF when it's done recording... like a VCR!
The good part is that you get to choose your own thumbnail pic, and the interface for naming chapters is easy. But you're stuck with that '80s cobalt blue grid background for all your discs.
I got it because I really needed to buy one that day and it was the cheapest in the store with a tuner. Oh how I wish I'd waited for the Toshiba. I may still take it back. I want to warm up to it, but I'm really disappointed.
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