The Magnavox DVD recorder is a multifunctional device that plays discs as well as VHS tapes. The playable disc formats for the Magnavox MRV700VR include DVD, DVD-R, DVD+R, DVD-RW, VCD, and SVCD. Some other supported formats are CD, CD-R, CD-RW, and picture CD. Further, the playable file formats for the progressive scan DVD recorder are MP3, JPEG, MPEG1, and MPEG2. The discs that the Magnavox DVD recorder can record include VHS cassette, DVD-R, and DVD+RW. The video output signal is NTSC format. As the Magnavox MRV700VR uses the progressive scan method, the device provides fast and easy video playback. In addition, the outputs on the progressive scan DVD recorder are analog audio, composite, component, RF, digital audio coaxial, and S-Video. The inputs include S-Video, composite, analog audio, RF, component, and analog audio. The DVD player supports virtual surround and Dolby Digital sound. Thanks to the password-protected parental control feature, the Magnavox DVD recorder can be adjusted easily to prevent children from viewing inappropriate content. The DVD recorder works with a universal remote control and weighs 11 lbs.