July 5th, 2005 | by Mike Bell
The LG LRY517 DVD recorder not only raises the bar, but with the integrated VCR and memory card slots, it runs away with it.
Highs: Supports most DVD formats plus CDs and memory cards; stylish design
Lows: No high quality video input on rear panel; cannot control a set top box channel for timer recording
The LRY-517 Super-Multi DVD Recorder plus VCR with one-touch dubbing, DVD+R double layer, DV input, and 9-in-2 memory card reader may be the Swiss Army knife of DVD recorders. As with any new product supporting cutting edge technology, there may be some compatibility issues to worry about - or is there?
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by DB on April 14, 2008:
“This CRAP is just that...CRAP. The LRY-517 is a total POS and if I were you I would steer FAR away from it. We bought it to transfer our tapes to DVD and now the d**ned thing will not even recognize disks of ANY format. STEER CLEAR and NEVER will LG CRAP...” More...
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by Rich George on April 20, 2008:
“I have had problems with this unit from day one. It is continuely locking up when trying to play store-bought DVD's especially Disney produced. When I say "locking up" I mean LOCKING UP. Many times I have had to pull the plug in order to clear the lockup,...” More...