-· The Terapin Video Disk Recorder has both audio and visual functions and is easy to use like a VCR. It has the ability to convert or record pictures, images and movies from cam cords, VCR, DVD, hi-fi systems, television programs and set-up box into disk format such as CD-R and CD-RW. It is compatible with most systems around the world and has both NTSC and PAL format. It has many more functions that would definitely impress you.