Philips DVD-R980
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Philips DVD-R980
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The Philips Dvd-r980 Dvd Recorder Has A Manufactur
The Philips DVD-R980 DVD recorder has a manufacturing fault that is known to the makers. A bulletin was sent to all dealers about this. My machine was modified at Philips' expense, and it has been perfect ever since.
After 6 Months Intermittent Problems Occur Recordi
After 6 months intermittent problems occur recording and playing discs. This gradually gets worse until now 2 years since purchase the model no longer plays or records any dvds. The machine only states the messages DISC ERROR/NO DISC or EMPTY DISC and is basically JUNK. It is not fit for the purpose it was designed and Philips Customer care are no help whatsoever. I understand from many reviews across the net that this is a common manufacturing problem but Philips will not own up to it. BUYER BEWARE OF PHILIPS.
Completely sympathise with the two previous posts. I have always gravitated to philips products but this white elephant has forever destroyed the company's reputation in my mind. After only a few months of recording (nothing too complex; in fact merely direct recording transfers from a SKY+ box) this started turning out corrupted disc after corrupted disc. It currently functions as an adequate dvd player but that, lamentably, was not the reason I bought it. Philips Customer care were close to usless too, as were software patches from the site.
I was talking with my son about the disappointing results with my R980 when he suggested that I should consult the "Review Centre" before investing in a replacement. The comments made by "Unhappyphililsuser" dated 20th October are a perfect replica of my own experiences including time zones. It has virtually depressed my enthusiasm for recorders.
Having read this report and considering the cost of the machine I shall definitely not be buying Philips, and ironically it was the one make I had on my short list. Sorry Philips, you should take note and help out this unfortunate customer.
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I Have Owned This For About 6 Weeks And Am Very Pl
I have owned this for about 6 weeks and am very pleased with the product +rw FEATURES ARE FANTASTIC .If your picture is good quality this will be more than reflected when you record and as with any DVD willstay that way unlike video tapes which degrade fairly quickly in my opinion
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