Magnavox MDR513H/F7 Disc Player Review
Our verdict
The Magnavox MDR513H/F7 is a hard drive and DVD recorder with 1080p upscaling and both HDMI and RCA connectivity, earning a solid 4.4 stars from 452 buyers. It serves households that want to record TV content to an internal hard drive and archive favorites to DVD disc.
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- Resolution 1080P Full Hd
- Disc format Blu-Ray
- Connectivity Hdmi, Rca
- Color Black
- Weight 7.5 lb
- Priced 109% above the category median ($147.81 across 100 tracked models)
- Weight of 7.5 lb - heavier than 76% of the 108 models we track
Pros
- 4.4-star average from 452 buyers, one of the higher-rated recorders in this segment
- Dual HDMI and RCA outputs work with both modern and older televisions
- Hard drive recording plus DVD burning in one unit
- 1080p upscaling over HDMI improves picture on HD displays
Cons
- No Blu-ray playback or HD recording capability
- 7.5 lb is heavier than a simple disc player
- No streaming or Wi-Fi features
Our scorecard
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Owner rating4.4/5
4.4 average across 452 owner ratings
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Popularity2.9/5
452 owner reviews, more than most models here
The overall score is owner satisfaction weighted by how many reviews back it, so a high rating from few reviews counts for less. The bars below show where this model stands against the other AV receivers and amplifiers, soundbars, home theater speakers, subwoofers, surround sound systems and Blu-ray players we track in this category on price, popularity and size. Context, not marks against it, and our read of the data, not a lab test.
Overview
['The Magnavox MDR513H/F7 combines a hard disk drive recorder with a DVD burner in a single unit. The HDD holds recorded content for later review, and you can move favorites to DVD for permanent storage. The 1080p spec covers upscaling of SD content for output over HDMI, not native HD recording.', 'Connectivity covers both HDMI and RCA outputs, giving you flexibility to connect to a modern TV via HDMI or to an older display via RCA without extra adapters. At 7.5 lb, the unit is heavier than a standalone disc player but well within the range expected for a combo recorder with internal hard drive.', 'The 4.4-star average across 452 ratings is one of the stronger satisfaction scores in this product category. A consistent, high average at that volume suggests buyers find the recorder performs reliably for its intended purpose. The $309 price point reflects the dual-function hardware inside.']
Specifications
| Resolution | 1080P Full Hd |
|---|---|
| Disc format | Blu-Ray |
| Connectivity | Hdmi, Rca |
| Color | Black |
| Weight | 7.5 lb |
Performance notes
Output resolution is 1080p Full HD via upscaling. Connectivity includes HDMI and RCA, covering modern and analog display connections. Weight is 7.5 lb. Internal hard drive capacity is not specified in available data.
What buyers say
A 4.4-star rating from 452 buyers is a reliable signal of above-average satisfaction. Buyers who invest in an HDD/DVD combo recorder typically have a specific workflow in mind, and the high average suggests the MDR513H/F7 delivers on that use case consistently.
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Frequently asked questions
Does the Magnavox MDR513H/F7 record in high definition?
The MDR513H/F7 records at standard definition to both the internal hard drive and DVD discs. The 1080p capability is an upscaling feature for playback output, not a capture resolution. It improves how recorded SD content looks on an HD TV.
Can I connect the MDR513H/F7 to a modern flat-panel TV?
Yes. The unit includes an HDMI output, so you can connect directly to any HDTV or 4K TV with an HDMI input. The RCA output is also available if you have an older television or want to route audio through a separate receiver.
How do I transfer recordings from the hard drive to DVD?
You use the unit's built-in menu to select recorded titles on the hard drive and initiate a dubbing or transfer process to the DVD side. The unit handles encoding and burning the content to a writable DVD disc. Refer to the user manual for specific steps, as the menu layout varies by firmware version.