OVERVIEW:
Pioneer DVR-660HS Multi-System DVD Recorder

* Internal 250GB HDD
* 1080p HD Upconversion
* HDMI with KURO Link Control
* Pure Cinema Progressive Scan
* USB Port
* Dolby Digital and DTS Decoders
* DivX Certified
* Records To: DVD+R/W and DVD-R/W
* WMA and MP3 to HDD
* PAL and NTSC

FEATURES:

If you're searching for a worldwide, high-quality DVD recording solution, look no further. The Pioneer DVR-660HS Multi-System DVD Recorder offers superb versatility with the ability to record on to the internal 250GB HDD or DVD+R/W and DVD-R/W discs. It's compatible with PAL and NTSC systems, and features 1080p HD upconversion through HDMI, Pure Cinema progressive scan, USB port, DV input, DivX certification, and multi-format DVD/CD playback capabilities. To help re-create the thrill and realism of today's movie soundtracks at home, this unit offers 24-bit/192KHz processing, and a coaxial digital audio output for Dolby Digital/DTS 5.1 surround sound processing.

Moreover, this recorder offers incredible features that will be hard to match. It features WMA/MP3 to HDD recording, one-touch recording (HDD to DVD, DVD to HDD), high-speed recording, editing functions, 7 recording modes, KURO Link control, 12-bit/108MHz video processing, and a component video connectivity. With worldwide reliability, connectivity to virtually any A/V source, and simultaneous recording and playback capabilities, your entertainment choices are endless with the Pioneer DVR-660HS.

Note! This unit may require a multi-system TV or system converter to view PAL DVDs in the US.

• Internal 250GB Hard Disk Drive
The DVR-660HS's internal HDD offers up to 71 hours of XP-Mode (high-resolution) recording time, and up to an amazing 426/527 hours of EP mode (low-resolution) recording time. Maximum recording time is 1000 hours.

• High Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) w/HD Video Upconversion
This unit is capable of upconverting 1080p HD video signals out through the HDMI output. This advanced digital output enables the player to carry high-definition video information through a single cable, achieving the highest quality picture available.

• HDMI KURO Link Control
With the push of a button, this unit's KURO Link function offers full control from your connected (compatible) KURO Link enabled plasma or LCD TV.

• Pure Cinema Progressive Scan
Pure Cinema Progressive Scan is capable of scanning an entire video frame at once; scan-lines commonly associated with interlaced video are drastically reduced. The result is a spectacularly clear image with no motion artifacts (stair-stepping), and details so sharp they seem as if they're etched onto the screen.

• High-Performance Outputs
With playback specifications that meet the standards of professionals, it features a 12-bit/108MHz video DAC, and a component video output for high-resolution low-distortion video playback. It also features a coaxial audio output for high-quality digital audio playback.

• DV (IEEE 1394) Input
Simply connect your digital video camera to the DV input terminal, and you're ready to record images onto the internal hard disk drive or a DVD recordable disc.

• Pause Live TV
Pause Live TV offers the flexibility to pause the program you're watching and record it in real time; press the play button when you want to commence playback.

• Dolby Digital and DTS Decoders
Built-in processors handle the multi-channel decoders for Dolby Digital and DTS surround-sound, it's capable of advanced 24-bit processing and an outstanding sampling frequency of 192KHz.

• 12-Bit Video Processing
With playback specifications that meet the standards of professionals, this player features a 12-bit/108MHz video DAC for high-resolution low-distortion video playback.

• Media Supported
Don't worry about playback limitations with this unit, it can playback a slew of formats: DVD Video, DVD-R/W, DVD+R/W, DVD-RAM, SVCD, VCD, CD, CD-R/W, WMA, MP3, and JPEG.

• Full-Feature Remote Control
It includes a full-feature remote control able to execute every command from any angle up to ±30°.

SPECIFICATIONS:

System
PAL/NTSC

Region
1 - 6

Hard Disk Drive
250GB

Recording Time
XP: 34 hours, SP: 68 hours, LP: 136 hours, EP: 204 hours, SLP: 272 hours, SEP: 340 hours, Manual Mode: 34 - 455 hours, Maximum 1000 hours

Progressive Scan Output
Yes, Pure Cinema

HD Upconversion
Yes, 1080p

Format Compatibility

DVD Recording Media
DVD-R/W and DVD-R DL (VR and Video Mode)
DVD+R/W and DVD+R DL (+VR Mode)

DVD Playback Media
DVD-Video
DVD-R/W
DVD+R/W
DVD-RAM
SVCD
VCD

CD-R/CD-RW Playback
Yes/Yes

Formats
CD-DA, MPEG-4 AAC

DivX Certified
Yes

MP3 Playback
Yes

WMA Playback
Yes

Picture CD/JPEG
Yes

SACD/DVD-Audio Playback
No

Audio

Dolby Digital/DTS
Yes/Yes

Built-in Decoder
Yes

HDCD Decoding
No

Audio D/A Converter
Yes, 96KHz/24-bit

Virtual Surround
No

Bass Management
No

Convenience

Digital Media Slot
No

TV Tuner
Yes, Analog

TiVo
No

VCR Plus+
No

Slow Motion Playback
Yes

Frame-by-Frame Playback
Yes

Bookmarking
No

Playback Zoom
Yes

Connectors

Inputs
DV (IEEE 1394): - x1
S-Video: - x3

Outputs
Coaxial Digital Audio: - x1 (RCA)
S-Video: - x2
Component Video: - x1 (RCA)
HDMI (w/KURO Link): - x1

Other Ports
Euro-SCART Input x1, USB 2.0 Port x2, Control Port x2

General

Remote Control
Yes

Power Requirements
110-240VAC, 50/60Hz

Power Consumption
43W/0.67W in standby

Dimensions (WxHxD)
16.5 x 2.9 x 11.3" (420 x 75 x 288mm)

Weight
9.4 lbs (4.3kg)

Color
Silver

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