Philips DVD-R610 Reviews

Written on: 02/10/2005

“I purchased the Philips DVD-R610 model after two...”

I purchased the Philips DVD-R610 model after two failed attempts at purchasing dvdr,s Bought a Pye and returned it within a week given another one and that to went back post haste .I finally decided to look at the 610 .It has been a nightmare to say the least .It is like this machine has a mind of its own. Starting up by its self, changing channels and of course the clock.D on't mention that clock. Goes fast one minute and runs slow the next. Rang Philips here in Ireland and was basically told to...

Written on: 28/09/2005

“We had a bad start with our first Philips DVD-R610 DVD...”

We had a bad start with our first Philips DVD-R610 DVD recorder, as it didn't work at all, and had to be replaced. The replacement had various faults, one being that it would switch itself off from recording after approx. 15 minutes. A software update did solve this, though after several missed programmes. Then things went gradually downhill. The majority of disc's will no longer play, and you get a message "Disc Error". The Video Plus timer has a mind of its own. The DVD player switches itself...

Written on: 12/08/2005

“Wife brought the Philips DVD-R610 in December 2004 as...”

Wife brought the Philips DVD-R610 in December 2004 as a Christmas present. I'm a Panasonic buyer( TV and video) but was willing to give another brand a chance(had no choice). The fan was noisy and the clock went back half an hour and then would correct itself. Took it back and got an exchange 2 weeks later. Within a few days the replacement I got the clock changed by half an hour, when on one touch record it would power off without reason. The clock would disappear off the LCD display and then come...

Written on: 07/08/2005

“Philips have had the same problems since 2001 with the...”

Philips have had the same problems since 2001 with the dvdr1000, and most other models after that. Some units work OK, but many units have errors simmilar to this.
My $2500 dvdr1000 went dead after only 3 years of use, and wasn't even worth the repair anymore.
I am a philips collector, but after their big failure of dvd recorders over the last 4 years, I will now recommend to people, not to buy from philips!!!!
They have had many years to fix their faulty firmware and recorders, but...

Written on: 04/08/2005

“It is a disgrace that Philips have released the...”

It is a disgrace that Philips have released the DVD-R610 to the public. I used to admire the engineering integrity of Philips! What went wrong?
After much argument, John Lewis have eventually refunded me....

Written on: 22/07/2005

“I bought my DVD-R610 from a computer fair in Worthing....”

I bought my DVD-R610 from a computer fair in Worthing. I was a bit sceptical as price was £125 which seemed very good.

1st machine was a complete failure, couldn't read any dvd disk reliably... got in touch with Fascom and they drove down to my flat at a time that suited me. Arrived, on time, installed new machine, it's been great. Multiregion playing, reads all my pc written dvd+R/RW and has been totally reliable.

I guess Philips have finally got software sorted because I can't...

Written on: 13/06/2005

“Well where do you start, the Philips DVD-R610 switches...”

Well where do you start, the Philips DVD-R610 switches itself off, tray won't eject showing 'BLOCKED' message, has habit of switching off during recording, videoplus follows it's own start and finish times. These are amongst but a few, if you're thinking of buying one DON'T!...

Written on: 07/06/2005

“Tried firmware update. Still had problems. Why haven't...”

Tried firmware update. Still had problems. Why haven't Philips recalled the DVD-R610 model? There are some serious issues that need addressing. I put up with the faults for 6 months. Returned it to Makro, who exchanged to for a Sony. I am very reluctant to buy any other Philips Product.
Not recomended....

Written on: 26/04/2005

“The number of bugs means I am not happy with this...”

The number of bugs means I am not happy with this model, but it was a present, so I stuck with it. I am now searching for the receipt, but lost...

First shock was that you had to find a blank place to record on a DVD. Surely we are past this by now?

Second shock was the noise of the thing even when not in operation

Third shock was it turning itself on/off (even recording) without any control pushed

Now I don't really trust to find the thing has recorded what I...

Written on: 06/04/2005

“HAHA are english people that stupid?? I am ashamed and...”

HAHA are english people that stupid?? I am ashamed and surprised that people will continue to buy this machine again & again! I feel they should recall this unit as it's riddled with software problems, but because so many have been sent through Europe, Philips won't do a re-call. I work in the elctronics industry and WOULD NOT buy this unit for half of the RRP. HAHAHA suprised you would!
This is inside info on your doorstep. Use it, Buy a SONY!...

Written on: 13/03/2005

“Problems as listed, and more besides, are very common....”

Problems as listed, and more besides, are very common. See other complaints on other sites. The Philips DVDR610 is still sold even though known to be inadequate, on the basis that software upgrade can mend. It reduces problems but doesn't remove, and Philips are very slow and singularly unhelpful. Avoid at all costs....

Written on: 17/02/2005

“Wouldn't buy this model, I have now returned miy...”

Wouldn't buy this model, I have now returned miy Philips DVD-R610 to Sainsburys for a refund. Gave it a chance and tried both upgrade CD's that Philips sent me but upgrading the firmware did not solve the problems....

Written on: 24/01/2005

“Bought the Philips DVD-R610 in october & had some...”

Bought the Philips DVD-R610 in october & had some inital problems but after a couple of software downloads (latest jan05) all the obvious bugs have been sorted out, put in a couple of vital features (eg y/n on delete!); It now behaves in a logical & constent manner.
Recording quality light years ahead of tape with all of the useful features & input/output plugs I actually needed.
Analog Tuner noticeably worse than dvd quality so will be trying a digital tv feed at some point.

Remote...

Written on: 26/12/2004

“I thought the Philips DVD-R610 would be good, not too...”

I thought the Philips DVD-R610 would be good, not too cheap and had a good quality brand name. I bought mine as an early xmas pressie, it broke xmas eve.

Stay away from this one for a while, Philips needs to sort out some creases first....

Written on: 13/12/2004

“My model has the annoying habit of switching off the...”

My model has the annoying habit of switching off the RF through-put for about 2/3 seconds and therefore losing the picture for that time, most annoying.
I shall return it and see if this is a common fault!!!!!...