Page 1 of New Panasonic recorders use -RW(video mode) and +R!

Announced at CES 2005

The three new models, DMR-ES10, DMR-ES30V and DMR-EH50, have added DVD-RW (video format) and +R recording, and +RW playback capability, for enhanced compatibility with personal computers and DVD players.

Had to happen - about time.
Not that they needed to of course ;)

Ste

so, if i`m understanding this correctly, the new recorders will record to -r/-rw/+r ? assuming they also retain the ram system, then these machines will be the new benchmark, and should totaly rule the roost :D

Yep-details here

Panasonic press release

" The three new models, DMR-ES10, DMR-ES30V and DMR-EH50, have added DVD-RW (video format) and +R recording, and +RW playback capability, for enhanced compatibility with personal computers and DVD players.

"Panasonic DIGA DVD recorders offer all the benefits of the DVD-RAM format, like simultaneous recording and playback, random access, Chasing Playback, on-disc editing, and multi-format data compatibility that lets you record TV programs and still pictures," said Alberto Reggiani, Panasonic national marketing manager. "Now, with expanded multi-format recording and playback capability, they also let consumers enjoy all their DVDs, no matter which format they choose."

All three models also record DVD-RAM, DVD-R, +R and DVD-RW discs; and can play back DVD-RAM, DVD-R1, +R1, DVD-RW1, +RW1, DVD-Audio, DVD-video, video CD, audio CD (CD-DA), and CD-R/RW2 MP3**/JPEG formatted discs.

Model DMR-ES30V includes all the features of the DMR-ES10 and adds a built-in VHS VCR.

The DMR-EH50 features a 100GB3 hard disk drive, offering users up to 177 hours4 of recording time. The TV Guide On Screenä Program Guide makes recording TV programs as easy as using a PVR, only without subscription fees or telephone line hook-up. It also features a new, Smart Wheelä user-friendly remote control to quickly find recorded programs and start playback faster than ever (200x quick search and fast-forward smooth search.)

The DMR-EH50`s built-in SD Memory Card slot5 and SD viewer for JPEG images allow fast, easy networking and file sharing between the DVD recorder and many personal computers, digital cameras and camcorders, and other SD-enabled A/V devices, such as Panasonic`s line of fully integrated VIERA plasma displays.

"With its multiple format compatibility and SD slot, the DMR-EH50 clearly expresses Panasonic`s `Lifestream` product concept ― whole-life connectivity, anytime, anyplace, and ability to share multimedia content via a `ubiquitous network` of interoperable products," said Reggiani."

But do they have a freeview tuner?

This item was edited on Thursday, 6th January 2005, 22:46

If there was EVER an admission that RAM was a dead format, this is it.Nice to see Panasonic finally `getting` what everyone else `got` a couple of years ago :-) (Me?? A stirrer?? Never :-))))

If there was EVER an admission that RAM was a dead format, this is it

lol ;) down shep.


that said, this is a VERY clever move by panasonic, especialy if they include a ram disc in the box (& only a ram disc) as it will make peeps that dont have h/d recorders realise they can`t live without Ram ;)

hope they are a reasonable price, it may "just" give me a reason to banish my old faithfull dmr-e30 to the bedroom ;)

This item was edited on Thursday, 6th January 2005, 22:00

EmilyHoward,
DVD-ram is alive and kicking in the home recorder market. It still has over 50% market share(home recorders) in USA & Japan. Panasonic has made a wise move & the newly added multi format recording will make DVD-RAM recorders even more popular. The E55 is has received awards from various publications.
It`s only £169 in Boots & that`s the lowest price in the UK.
If you want to watch one programme while recording another on the same disc, then DVD-RAM is your only viable choice. Plus the editing flexibility is unmatched.

I will buy the DMR-ES10 when it`s released in April, to add to my E50 & E55.
What`s particularly impressive about the new model is the that the sharpness/resolution in LP mode has been increased 100%. Also the ultra-quick start-up time of 1 second is out of this world!!!

The RRP for the ES10 in the USA is $249.99. I expect the UK price to be £199.99 with on-line retailers offering big discounts when supply becomes plentiful.
I can see the ES10 becoming the world`s 1st truly mass market DVD recorder. It might even kill off VHS.