 
With the
introduction of Philips DVDR985, the possibility of high quality
video and audio recorded onto a DVD is a reality. The DVDR985 records
from any source, including DV cameras (IEEE1394). Discs are
compatible w/ existing DVD Players.
Features
One Touch Recording
Record only part of a program
you're watching right now using 30 minute increments, without having
to program a timer.
i.LINK High-Quality Digital Video Input
Preserve your
home videos for life in lasting digital picture quality. The i.LINK
Digital Video input (also known as IEEE 1394 and FireWire) lets you
connect DV and D8 camcorder and PCs with digital video editing, to
copy your digital videos in their original digital picture quality.
Favorite Scene Selection
Easily remove commercials from
a recorded movie, ot take out the less interesting parts of your
home videos directly from your DVD Recorder.
Progressive Scan
You want to enjoy sharper images.
Progressive Scan doubles the vertical resolution of the image
resulting in a noticeable sharper picture.
Index Picture Screen
Never again wonder what's on a
disc, where a program was recorded or whether there is any free
space. The Index Picture Screen is a DVD menu created on every
DVD+RW/+R disc. It gives you an instant overview and easy access, so
you can directly see what's on a disc.
Component Video Input
Component Video is a top-quality
video connection ideal for connecting DVD players to high-end TV
sets or projectors.
Component Video Output
Component Video is a top-quality
video connection ideal for connecting DVD players to high-end TV
sets or projectors.
DVD Rewritable Compatability
A DVD player with a record
button. Recording from TV to DVD becomes a breeze. Best of all, you
can play back your recorded DVD in virtually every standard DVD
player.
Digital Recording Ready
Digital recording ready means
that the audio system has a Digital Out. It means that you can
record from digital sources and maintain high quality sound.
2-channel Dolby Digital recording
Dolby Digital™ is an
advanced digital audio encoding technology that is used on all
DVD-Video discs. Philips DVD Recorders store audio in the same
format. The quality surpasses that of analog video recorders.
Sat Mouse
Sat Mouse is a special accessory that lets
the DVD Recorder control external satellite recievers. This means
you'll never have to miss a TV show again even if your not at home.
4 Recording Modes
Four different recording modes to
choose from gives you flexibility! DV quality (1hr ), DVD (2hr),
S-Video (3hr), and VHS (4hr).
Safe Record
Safe Record Function lets you start
recording without the risk of accidentally overwriting another
recordeing, so you don't need to look for an empty spot first.
Live Source in Index Picture Screen
See what's on TV
and on your DVD simultaneously at a glance
Disc Bar
The Disc Bar offers easy disc navigation and
control. It shows you an overview of the disc contents, the current
position, and the play mode at a glance.
Two Way Compatibility
Share your videos you record with
your friends and family. Play your recorded DVD discs on existing
and future DVD players.
Universal Remote Control
Control your video equipment
and TV set with one single remote control.
| Disc
types |
Playback |
Recording |
| DVD+RW |
Yes |
Yes |
| DVD+R |
Yes |
Yes |
| DVD-R |
Yes |
No |
| DVD-RW, video mode |
Yes |
No |
| DVD-Video |
Yes |
No |
| Super VCD |
Yes |
No |
| Video CD |
Yes |
No |
| Audio CD |
Yes |
No |
| CD-R |
Yes |
No |
| CD-RW |
Yes |
No |
| DVD+R/RW Disc Format |
| Capacity: 4.7 Gbyte (12cm
single-sided) |
| |
| Recording time |
HQ |
60’ |
9.72
Mbit/s |
| |
SP |
120’ |
5.07
Mbit/s |
| |
LP |
180’ |
3.38
Mbit/s |
| |
EP |
240’ |
2.54
Mbit/s |
| TV
Standard |
PAL/SECAM |
NTSC |
| Scan Frequency |
50Hz |
60Hz |
| Number of lines |
625 |
525 |
| Playback |
Yes |
Yes |
| Recording |
Yes |
Yes |
| Internal tuner |
No |
Yes |
| Video Format |
| Digital Compression:
DVD, SVCD: MPEG2, VCD:
MPEG1 |
| |
| DVD-VIDEO DVD+R/RW
(HQ/SP) |
50Hz |
60Hz |
| Horiz. Resolution |
720
pixels |
720
pixels |
| Vertical Resolution |
576 lines |
480
lines |
| |
| DVD+RW (LP/EP) |
50Hz |
60Hz |
| Horiz. Resolution |
360
pixels |
360
pixels |
| Vertical Resolution |
576 lines |
480
lines |
| |
| VCD |
50Hz |
60Hz |
| Horiz. Resolution |
352
pixels |
352
pixels |
| Vertical Resolution |
288 lines |
240
lines |
| Video Performance |
| DA Converter |
10 bit |
| AD Converter |
9 bit |
| Signal handling |
Components |
| Video (CVBS) output |
1 Vpp into 75 ohm |
| S-Video (Y/C) output |
Y: 1 Vpp into 75 ohm, C: 0.286
1Vpp into 75 ohm |
| Component/Progressive |
video ouput (YPBPR):
Y: 1 Vpp
into 75 ohm
PB: 0.7 Vpp into 75 ohm
PR: 0.7 Vpp into 75
ohm |
| DA Converter |
10 bit |
| DA Converter |
10
bit |
| Audio
Format |
Playback |
Recording |
| Compressed
digital |
| |
| Dolby Digital (AC-3) |
5.1-channel |
2-channel 16-bit, 48
kHz |
| DTS, MPEG2 |
5.1-channel |
-- |
| MPEG1 |
2-channel |
-- |
| |
| SPDIF |
| PCM |
2-channel,
16/20/24
bit
48/96 kHz |
-- |
| Audio Performance |
| DA Converter |
10 bit |
| AD Converter |
9 bit |
| DVD |
fS 96 kHz |
4 Hz - 44 kHz |
| |
fS 48 kHz |
4 Hz - 22 kHz |
| Video CD |
fS 44.1 kHz |
4 Hz - 20 kHz |
| Audio CD |
fS 44.1 kHz |
4 Hz - 20 kHz |
| Signal-Noise (1kHz) |
105 dB |
| Dynamic Range (1kHz) |
100 dB |
| Crosstalk (1kHz) |
110 dB |
| Distortion / Noise (1kHz) |
90
dB |
| Front Connections |
| i.LINK DV Input |
IEEE 1394 4-pin |
| S-Video Input |
Hosiden 4-pin |
| Video Input |
Cinch (yellow) |
| Audio Left/Right Input |
Cinch
(white/red) |
| Rear Connections |
| Progressive Video Out |
IEEE 1394 4-pin |
| Component Video In |
Cinch
(green/blue/red) |
| Component Video Out |
Cinch
(green/blue/red) |
| S-Video In |
Hosiden 4-pin |
| S-Video Out |
Hosiden 4-pin |
| Video In |
Cinch (yellow) |
| Video Out |
Cinch (yellow) |
| Audio L/R In (2x) |
Cinch (white/red) |
| Audio L/R Out (2x) |
Cinch (white/red) |
| Digital Audio Out |
1 coaxial,* 1 optical
· PCM:
IEC958
· MPEG,AC-3, DTS IEC1937 |
| RF Antenna In |
Coaxial 75 ohms |
| RF TV Out |
Coaxial 75 ohms |
| RC6 control bus |
Cinch (orange) |
| Mains |
Standard (IEC
type) |
| User Interface |
| OSD Languages
Programming |
English, French,
Spanish |
| Number of events |
6; 1 year; Daily/Weekly |
| Programming mode |
OTR, Remote |
| Timer programming |
Manual,VCR
Plus+ |
| General
Functionality |
3D sound (SRS TruSurround)
Beep Feedback
for Remote Control
Backup Presets & Timer Events: 1
year
Backup Clock & Calendar: 7 hrs
Time & Date
Download
Automatic/Manual Audio Recording Level
Control |
| Recording
functions |
Safe Record
One-Touch Record
(OTR)
Append
Divide
Erase
Automatic/Manual Chapter
Marker insertion
Disc write protection
Favorite Scene
Selection
Index Picture Screen for instant content
overview
Selectable Index
Pictures |
| Disc
playback |
Fast Forward/Backward (3 speeds)
Step
Forward/Backward
Slow (3 speeds)
Direct Title / Track
access
Next / Previous Title / Track / Chapter
Repeat
(Chapter / Title / All) or (Track / All)
A-B
Repeat
Intro Scan
Time Search
Zoom (1.33x, 2x, 4x)
with picture enhancement
Auto Resume (20
discs) |
| Power Supply |
| Mains |
polarised
(IEC) |
| Power supply |
85..150 VAC (117 V nom) 50/60
Hz |
| |
| Power consumption |
Operation |
49W |
| |
Low-power standby |
3W |
| Cabinet |
| Dimensions (WxHxD) |
435 x 107 x 330 mm |
| Net Weight |
5.5
kg |
| Remote
Control |
| Universal remote for control of main TV
functions |
| Package
Contents |
DVD Video Recorder
Universal Remote
Control RC2056 + batteries
User Manual in English
DVD+RW
disc
AC power cable
Stereo audio cable (2x)
Video
cable
S-Video cable
Component video cable
Coax RF
antenna cable | | 