Definition: A DVD recorder typically refers to a standalone unit that resembles and functions very much like a VCR, but records onto a DVD disc, rather than a video tape. All DVD recorders can record from any analog video source (most can also record video from digital camcorders via firewire, iLink, IEEE1394, DV connection).
Like a VCR, DVD recorders all have AV inputs as well as onboard TV tuner for recording TV shows. DVD Recorders come in several configurations: DVD Recorder only, DVD Recorder/VCR Combo, or DVD Recorder/Hard Drive combo units.
