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Magnavox

Magnavox DVD Player and VCR DV225MG9

  • DVD player plus 4-head hi-fi VCR in one deck
  • Tunerless, records from line-in
  • Progressive scan video out, 480p
  • S-Video and RCA outputs
  • Remote, 2 RCA A/V cables, 2 AA batteries included
  • 100-240V voltage range
  • 1 year parts, 90 days labor warranty
  • 5.8 pounds, 17.2 x 9.2 x 3.8 inches

Updated 23 days ago · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.

Our verdict

A DVD player and stereo VCR in one box for households that still have both tapes and discs. It has no tuner, so recording depends on an external feed.

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ASIN: B001UCJVJIModel: DV225MG9

Overview

A household with shelves of VHS tapes and DVDs gets both players in this Magnavox combo, which records to tape from a line-in source and plays discs with progressive scan video out. Dolby Digital stream out and a virtual surround mode cover the sound.

Choose it to free up shelf space by replacing two decks with one, with the cables and remote already supplied. Because it is tunerless, it cannot record broadcast channels unless an outside tuner supplies the signal.

Who it's for

Playing movies on DVD, dubbing between formats and recording from a cable box or satellite receiver through the line-in are the use cases. Buyers who want a built-in tuner, disc recording or high-definition video should choose a different device.

Pros and cons

Pros
  • DVD and VCR in one unit
  • Progressive scan video out
  • Remote and cables included
  • Universal voltage range
Cons
  • No tuner for broadcast recording
  • Standard-definition video only
  • Two AA batteries needed for the remote
  • Labor warranty limited to a short term

Performance notes

Video from tape or disc reaches the TV through RCA or S-Video, with progressive scan available on the disc side. Line-in recording takes signal from an outside source, and the satellite link recording and power-off through features pass the signal along to the output. The voltage range allows use on mains power in many regions.

Specifications

BrandMagnavox
ModelDV225MG9
Dimensions & fit
Item Weight5.8 pounds
Capacity & performance
Audio Output ModeStereo, Surround
Video Output Resolution480p
Construction & materials
ColorGrey Black
Compatibility & installation
Compatible DevicesTelevision
Warranty & support
Supported Audio FormatDolby Digital
Warranty Description90 days labor 1 year parts
Other details
Analog Video FormatNTSC
Audio EncodingDD
Connector TypeRCA
Controller TypeRemote Control
File FormatDVD, CD
Media TypeCD, DVD
Number Of Channels2
Other Special Features Of The ProductCompact
ResolutionVHS
Surround Sound Channel Configuration5.1

Frequently asked questions

How do I connect the Magnavox DV225MG9 to my TV?

It ships with 2 RCA A/V cables and offers S-Video output. Connect those to a TV with matching inputs.

Can the Magnavox DV225MG9 record TV channels?

Not by itself. It is tunerless and records from line-in, so you need a cable box or satellite receiver as the source.

What discs play on the Magnavox DV225MG9?

The listing names DVD Video, DVD+R/RW in VR format, CD-R/RW, DVD-R/RW in Video format and audio CD.

Does the Magnavox DV225MG9 record to DVD?

No. The listing describes it as a DVD player and a VCR recorder, so recording goes to tape.