Sony RDR-GX300 DVD Recorder

Continuing to drive the demand in the DVD recorder category, the new RDR-GX300 is notable for its easy-to-use, basic functions that deliver... Read More

Continuing to drive the demand in the DVD recorder category, the new RDR-GX300 is notable for its easy-to-use, basic functions that deliver high quality recorded content. Created for first-time users, the new recorder includes many advanced features found in last year's model such as the proprietary Precision Cinema Progressive , a DVD playback technology which incorporates Pixel-by-Pixel I/P Conversion technology to augment and balance DVD-video elements. Additionally, a 12bit/108MHz Video D/A Converter ensures exceptional picture quality for an unforgettable viewing experience. Minimize

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Manufacturer: Sony

Product MPN
MPN	RDR-GX300
Key Features
DVD Type	DVD Recorder
Number of Discs	1
Progressive Scan	With Progressive Scan
Playable Disk Types	DVD Video • VCD • SVCD • DVD-R • DVD-RW • DVD+R • DVD+RW • CD (Audio) • CD-R • CD-RW
Playable File Formats	MP3 • JPEG
TV Tuner	With TV Tuner
Video
TV Resolutions	480i • 480p
Video Output System	NTSC
Video DAC	12 bit / 108 MHz
Video Noise Reduction	Block Noise Reduction
Audio
Dynamic Range	103 dB (DVD) / 99 dB (Audio CD)
Surround Sound	Dolby Digital (Digital out only) • DTS (Digital out only)
Audio S/N Ratio	115 dB
Audio DAC	24 bit / 192 kHz
Connections
Inputs	Composite x 2 • S-Video x 2 • Analog Audio x 2 • RF (TV) x 1
Outputs	Composite x 1, S-Video x 1, Component x 1, Analog Audio x 1, Digital Audio Coaxial x 1, Digital Audio Optical x 1, RF x 1
Convenience
Remote Control	Standard
Jog Dial Control	On Unit
OSD	Yes: English, French, Spanish
Display Dimmer	Yes
Parental Control	Yes
Instant Skip / Replay	Replay
Record and Play Fetaures	Cable / Satellite Receiver Control • Simultaneous Record and Play
Recorder
Recordable Media	DVD-R • DVD+R • DVD-RW • DVD+RW
Programmable Timer	VCR Plus+
Dimensions
Depth	13.63 in.
Height	3.38 in.
Width	17 in.
Weight	10.58 lb.
Other Features
Exterior Color	Silver
Miscellaneous
Release Date	September, 2004

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By: philadams
Dec 27, 2004

Another great Sony product

Author's Rating:

Pros: PROS: Excellent quality machine, easy to learn, records on most formats and plays most formats

Cons: CONS: Recording time lag, so-so remote, no digital input ports, silver case

Bottom Line:
A strong BUY recommendation. You'll dump your VCR in a heart-beat. Read More

By: dhilton3
Dec 30, 2005

Sony quality DVR

Author's Rating:

Pros: The component cable connection and Progressive mode equals a great picture.

Cons: No Zoom TV feature and no HDMI connection.

Bottom Line:
All in all, I am very pleased with the quality of the picture, sound and ease of operation of the Sony RDR-GX300. Read More

By: okcomputer331
Dec 25, 2004

Weird Bug on my new sony gx300

Author's Rating:

Pros: different recording modes, consistency, beauty,

Cons: the weird bug i found

By: averedy
Mar 4, 2007

Say goodbye to VCR's

Author's Rating:

Pros: Easy to use and many options.

Cons: No internal hard drive.

Bottom Line:
Works great and easy to use. Read More

By: lpparis
Mar 20, 2005

What I think about the RDR-GX300 Machine

Author's Rating:

Pros: Records in both plus and minus formats. Finalizing and record stop functions fairly quick.

Cons: Lacks a built in RF Modulator. More expensive than most. Takes longer to load disk.

Bottom Line:
This is the one to buy if you can afford it. It's expensive but worth it. Read More

By: peteratsea
Oct 31, 2004

Simple to Use DVD Recorder

Author's Rating:

Pros: Compatible with all DVD formats. Easy to use with smartlink capabilities

Cons: No inbuilt hardrive. Not sold as multi regional

Bottom Line:
I would recommend this model to anyone looking for a basic entry level DVD Recorder as it is perfect for simple Digital recording and easy to use. Read More

By: wiebach
Oct 14, 2004

Does everything it's designed to do.

Author's Rating:

Pros: Works reliably within its design specs, no bugs encountered.

Cons: Consumer-type DVD recorders have their limitations, and those for the US market even more.

Bottom Line:
In contrast to a certain other DVD recorder I tried and had to return (with financial loss), the Sony works flawlessly and is mostly a pleasure to use. Read More

By: guyoui
Jan 18, 2005

I love my Sony RDR-GX300

Author's Rating:

Pros: High Sony quality, tons of nice features

Cons: Menus are not very creative, no ILink port

Bottom Line:
I love it and I recommend it to anybody as an entry level DVD recorder. Read More

By: nightimike
Jan 5, 2005

Hard to understand but once you do you will love it

Author's Rating:

Pros: Easy to format and finalize disk. No pixelation problem detected. good audio.

Cons: Instructions a little vauge. Keep them handy. Remote not backlit.

By: lkingman
Feb 11, 2005

Sony - beware the dirty disk

Author's Rating:

Pros: multi format, easy interface

Cons: no FireWire, appears to be trashing disks

Bottom Line:
Multi format is a big plus but trashing disks is a bigger minus. Pioneer has FireWire input and variable recording speed for less money. Read More