iView-102DV Region Free Universal DVD Player

iView-102DV Region Free Universal DVD Player Review

I am bothered by this "region thing" in the first place. If I buy a European DVD, I would like for any DVD player to be able to handle it. Wow, that makes so much sense, it will never happen. I understand there are ways to input a secret code in some DVD players to make them region-free, but I don't want to run the risk of messing up something that works. Now we have the iView-102DV. I must admit, the unit doesn't look like something you could drop off the shelf and expect it to work, but the price is right. I'll hand it to you, it did a great job of playing my PAL format "Spandau Ballet Live at the O2" DVD that I bought from Amazon UK, so it's good enough for me. If that DVD had been released in Region 1, I wouldn't be having this discussion right now. I expect there has been a run on these region free players since that DVD came out in the UK at the end of November. I think the player works fine even though it is progressive scan and not an upconverting model. The instructions are a little sparse, but I figured them out after several attempts. It's not going to get a lot of use due to the fact that most of the DVD's I'll be buying are available in the Region 1 format. However, if any of my higher quality DVD players bite the dust, I'll be replacing them with higher end region free units. Going back with another region 1 player would be like buying a new house but not being given the keys to the front door. Give this player a try - - and if you like 80's music, slip over to Amazon UK and get the Spandau 2009 reunion concert too.

iView-102DV Region Free Universal DVD Player Feature

• Plays Mpeg 4, Xvid, AVI files
• Mpeg4 Subtitle Format Compatibility: SMI, SRT, SUB, TXT
• Mpeg4 Subtitle Language: English, Spanish, French, Italian, German, Swedish, Portuguese
• Supports GMC, QPEL, and PCM Audio.
• Full DVD function

iView-102DV Region Free Universal DVD Player Overview

With exceptional digital sound and high quality, multi-format DVD/CD playback capabilities, the RJ Technology iVIEW-102DV Progressive Scan DVD Player will take your home theater experience to new heights. If your home theater system is equipped with component video and coaxial digital audio inputs - you're in luck - this unit fits the bill. Packaged with these powerful outputs, this unit offers exquisite audio and video reproduction. To help re-create the thrill and realism of today's movie soundtracks at home, it offers superb features such as a 96KHz/24-bit processor, DivX playback, and Laser Head Overcurrent Protection System. Though it's a powerful DVD player, it can also be used as a CD or MP3 player, offering you the ability to share your favorite songs and photos with friends and family. Whether you're moving the player between the den and the bedroom, or using it for your kids' next sleep over, this ultra slim player is an ideal solution for periodic or permanent use. Simply put, if you're a music lover or home video enthusiast on a budget, the iVIEW-102DV answers the call with style and versatility.
* Format compatibility: DVD/DVD-R/DVD- R W/VCD/SVCD/CD/CD-R/CD-RW/JPEG/CD+G * Enjoy singing by connecting to your amplifier and use our professional karaoke song selection program for songs in Mpeg4, CD+G, DVD, VCD, and MP3 * Progressive scan video out * Horizontal resolution more than 500 lines * 2.1 Channel audio out * Multi-TV System NTSC/PAL * Multi-Voltage 110V~220V * Dolby digital AC-3 * VFD display * OSD in multi-language * Zoom at still or running mode * Frame by frame advance * Screen aspect ration (16:9/4:3 letter box/pan scan) * Parental lock with password * Continuous repeat A-B * Repeat mode (chapter/title all) * Capable of playing PAL/NTSC discs * Super slim loader mechanism featuring super error correction * Menu driven setup screen * Analog mixed 2-ch stereo (L, R) audio * Composite Video * 110V-220V, 50H

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Custom Home Theater - need not be expensive

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OPPO DV-970HD Up-Converting Universal DVD Player

OPPO DV-970HD Up-Converting Universal DVD Player Review

Amazing! This appliance is simply amazing and it's backed by a sound company from which i have received nothing but top notch, lightning-fast customer support from. About 6 months after receiving the player, the remote took a vacation. I emailed the oppo support folks who responded back within a couple hours and posted a walk-through on how to reset the remote and resync it with the player. This worked for a while but when it stopped again, i emailed them once more at which point they asked for my home shipping address. 4 days later i had a new remote in the mail which has worked great ever since. I could only dream of getting this level of support from other companies.

The player itself is wonderful. In a nutshell, it plays -anything- i throw at it. DVDA, SACD, whatever movie files i find on my computer and throw at it... you name it. I even threw a divx file at it on a usb thumb drive and it ate it alive. Played great! The menus are great, the 6 channel direct sound from sacds is just phenomenal. I see allot of folks aren't crazy about the quality of the tray. Well, okay... i admit, you can't stand on it to change a light bulb but it's a cd tray, not a stepladder. I don't see the problem unless you load your dvd's weigh a couple of pounds each.

Bottom line... it's a great player and you can't beat the price for this level of features. The cloth case they send it in is impressive as well. I don't see how anyone can be displeased over this appliance.

OPPO DV-970HD Up-Converting Universal DVD Player Feature

• Up-converts standard DVD to 720p/1080i high definition output via HDMI (6ft HDMI cable included); Progressive-scan component output
• Pure and clean 480i NTSC / 576i PAL over HDMI ideal for external video processor/scaler or high end display
• Official DivX Certified product, plays all versions of DivX video (including DivX 6) with standard playback of DivX media files
• DVD-Video, DVD-Audio, Super Audio CD (SACD), XviD, Audio CD, HDCD, Kodak Picture CD, WMA and other digital audio and video media/formats
• Excellent audio performance with Dolby Digital, DTS, Coaxial and Optical digital output, HDMI 1.1 multi-channel audio, 5.1ch and stereo analog output

OPPO DV-970HD Up-Converting Universal DVD Player Overview

OPPO Digital is a leading maker of next-generation digital electronics, dedicated to enriching people's digital lifestyles with technology and innovation.PRODUCT FEATURES:Superior compatibility with DVD-Video, DVD-Audio, Super Audio CD (SACD), DivX, Xvid, Audio CD, HDCD, Kodak Picture CD and other digital audio and video media/formats;Official DivX Certified product;High definition up-conversion with film-like picture quality to up-convert 720x480 interlaced video encoded on DVD discs to 480p/720p/1080i;Compatible with HDTV, HD-Ready TV, HDTV monitors and projectors;Built-in Dolby Digital decoder with individual 5.1ch and down-mixed stereo outputs;Enhanced dual-layer disc support with fast layer change;Special thin, flexible and strong disc tray. Can tolerate some bending without breaking;4-in-1 flash memory card reader;USB interface for expanded connectivity;Smooth and easy navigation of photo albums, music collections and video files on DVD, CD, flash memory cards and USB disks;Discrete ON/OFF remote control IR code for programmable universal remote controls.

OPPO DV-970HD Up-Converting Universal DVD Player Specifications

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