Panasonic DMR-E20 DVD Recorder

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Panasonic DMR-E20 Backward-Compatible DVD Video Recorder with Time Slip Playback records to DVD-RAM and DVD-R discs

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DMR-E20 a Next-Generation Video Recorder can record on both DVD-RAM discs and DVD-R discs. Capable of high-speed data transmission and high-speed random access, this recorder offers countless recording and playback possibilities. Along with easy operation and the storage convenience of discs, DVD-RAM boasts PC compatibility for expanded playback versatility.

Time Slip Playback

This feature lets you view a program that you're currently recording from any point that's already been recorded, while continuing to record the live program in progress.

Simultaneous Recording and Playback

Because data transfer is at a super-fast rate of 22.16Mbps, simultaneous recording and playback are possible with the DMR-E20. So, you can record a live TV program while watching any other program that's been previously recorded on the same disc!

Video Recording to DVD-R Discs

The DMR-E20 DVD Video Recorder can also record onto DVD-R discs, so you can enjoy playback of these recordings on most conventional DVD players.

Direct Navigator

This feature makes it easy to find a desired program on a heavily used disc. A list of recording dates, times, channels and (user-entered) titles are shown on screen. When you move the cursor to any particular recording, the segment is played in the background, so playback can begin immediately upon selection. Program deletion, protection, and title input are also easy to perform. Up to 99 programs can be handled at once.

Playlist Function

The Playlist function lets the user perform simple non-linear video editing—such as rearranging the order of scenes, skipping over unwanted scenes, or copying selections—and create custom playlists of favorite scenes on a disc.

Rapid Random Access

DVD-RAM discs let you jump directly to any spot on a disc and begin playback or recording right away. Even if there is no sequential area of empty space available, the DMR-E20 DVD Video Recorder can record data on the available space throughout the rest of the disc. There's no more wasted time finding a place to start recording, or the problem of accidentally recording over desired material.

Incredible Storage Capacity

Using the DMR-E20, you can record up to 12 hours of video on our new, 2-sided, 9.4GB DVD-RAM discs. These discs can be played back on a DVD-RAM compatible DVD player—such as Panasonic's DVD-RP91 or DVD-H2000—or on a PC or laptop computer equipped with DVD-RAM playback capability. Users can also edit their videos on a multi-media computer with video editing/production software.

Space-Saving Storage

A DVD-RAM disc takes up only about a third of the space of a VHS cassette, so your disc collection won't cramp your style. The ideal media for long-term storage of your valuable video images, DVD-RAM preserves quality over time, and also permits overwriting as desired.

Easy Video Editing

Instead of just shooting videos, now you can edit them too. Random access makes it easy to perform simple non-linear editing using just a single DVD Video Recorder, with no need for additional editing equipment.

DVD-RAM Compatibility with PC Applications

The DVD-RAM disc format is supported by major hardware and media manufacturers, and is thus hailed as the new "bridge format" for compatibility with audio/video and personal computing applications. You can take your DVD-RAM disc out of its protective cartridge, and play it back on a PC equipped with a 4.7GB/9.4GB DVD-RAM drive or DVD-ROM drive that's compatible with 4.7GB/9.4 GB DVD-RAM. With the proper software, you can also use your PC to edit your DVD-RAM recordings. or you can backup your computer data, as well. Thanks to DVD-RAM, you can record, store, and play back secure data in more ways than ever before.

Advanced MPEG2 Encoding Using Hybrid VBR Technology

In DMR-E20 is combined two encoding technologies, Real time VBR (Variable Bit Rate) and Visibility Modulation Technology, to provide MPEG2 recording with superb picture quality. This combination helps assure incredible picture quality for your preferred DVD-RAM recording mode.

Selectable Recording Modes

You can set the DMR-E20 to a variety of recording modes, each depending on average bit rate. EP mode yields the most recording time, LP & SP mode provide less recording time with higher quality recording, and XP mode gives you the highest quality recording. There's also the FR (Flexible Recording) mode that lets you record with the best picture quality possible for the recording time and remaining space on the disc.

Improved Video Quality in Analog-to-Digital Transfer

Input TBC, 3D Y/C separation circuitry, and 3D digital noise reduction are particularly effective when recording from analog video sources such as conventional VHS or S-VHS VCRs. (Input TBC is a built-in time base corrector that delivers highly stable, natural images. The 3D Y/C Separation Circuitry minimizes the dot crawl and color smearing caused by interference between the video signal's Y and C color subcomponents. And, 3D Digital Noise Reduction effectively removes noise components from the signal during playback.)