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OPPO Digital DV-983H DVD Player with HDMI Output and Anchor Bay VRS Processing
The OPPO DV-983H is a feature-packed DVD player that delivers what it promises. HDMI connectivity and upscaling using Anchor Bay VRS technology, enables the DV-983H to deliver an excellent picture on an HDTV. In addition, other features, such as SACD and DVD-Audio playback, as well as a rear mounted USB port for importing images and sound from flash drives, add great audio and video flexibility. The OPPO DV-983H takes DVD player performance to the highest level.

OPPO Digital DV-983H DVD Player with HDMI Output and Anchor Bay VRS Processing
The OPPO DV-983H is a feature-packed DVD player that delivers what it promises. HDMI connectivity and upscaling using Anchor Bay VRS technology, enables the DV-983H to deliver an excellent picture on an HDTV. In addition, other features, such as SACD and DVD-Audio playback, as well as a rear mounted USB port for importing images and sound from flash drives, add great audio and video flexibility. The OPPO DV-983H takes DVD player performance to the highest level.

OPPO Digital DV-983H DVD Player with HDMI Output and Anchor B…
The OPPO DV-983H is a DVD player that delivers what it promises. HDMI connectivity and upscaling using Anchor Bay VRS technology, enables the DV983H to deliver an excellent picture on an HDTV. In addition, other features, such as SACD and DVD-Audio playback, as well as a rear mounted USB port for importing images and sound from flash drives, add great audio and video flexibility. The OPPO DV983H …

OPPO DV-983H 480i/480p Deinterlacing and 1080p Scaling Conver…
OPPO Digital DV-983H 480i/480p Deinterlacing and 1080p Scaling Conversion Test Results

OPPO Digital DV-980H DVD Player with HDMI and SACD/DVD-Audio
The OPPO DV980H is a feature-packed DVD player that delivers what it promises. HDMI connectivity and upscaling enables the 970HD to deliver an excellent picture on an HDTV. In addition, other features, such as DVD-Audio, SACD, and Divx playback add great audio and video flexibility. If you are looking for a new DVD player to use with that new flat panel HDTV and surround sound system, make sure y…

OPPO Digital DV-980HD DVD Player with HDMI and SACD/DVD-Audio
The OPPO DV-980H is a feature-packed DVD player that delivers what it promises. HDMI connectivity and upscaling enables the DV980HD to deliver an excellent picture on an HDTV. Other features, such as SACD, DVD-Audio, and Divx playback, as well as a USB port for importing images and sound from flash drives, add great audio and video flexibility. If you are looking for a new DVD player to use with that new flat panel HDTV and surround sound system, check this one out.

OPPO Digital DV-980H DVD Player with HDMI and SACD/DVD-Audio
The OPPO DV-980H is a feature-packed DVD player that delivers what it promises. HDMI connectivity and upscaling enables the DV980HD to deliver an excellent picture on an HDTV. Other features, such as SACD, DVD-Audio, and Divx playback, as well as a USB port for importing images and sound from flash drives, add great audio and video flexibility. If you are looking for a new DVD player to use with that new flat panel HDTV and surround sound system, check this one out.

OPPO DV-981HD DVD Player with HDMI, SACD/DVD-Audio, and Faroudja Processing
The OPPO DV981HD is feature-packed DVD player that delivers what it promises. HDMI connectivity, DVD upscaling, and Faroudja processing enables the DV981HD to deliver an excellent picture on an HDTV. In addition, other features, such as SACD,,DVD-Audio, and Divx playback add great audio and video flexibility. If you are looking for a new DVD player, whether to use with that new flat panel HDTV and surround sound system, make sure you check the OPPO DV-981HD out.

OPPO DV-981HD DVD Player with HDMI, SACD/DVD-Audio, and Faroudja -- Review
The OPPO DV981HD is feature-packed DVD player that delivers what it promises. HDMI connectivity, upscaling, and Faroudja processing enables the DV981HD to deliver an excellent picture on an HDTV. In addition, other features, such as SACD,,DVD-Audio, and Divx playback add great audio and video flexibility. If you are looking for a new DVD player, whether to use with that new flat panel HDTV and surround sound system, make sure you check the OPPO DV-981HD out.

Pioneer Elite DV-46AV DVD/SACD/DVD-Audio Player with HDMI - Review
The Pioneer Elite DV-46AV, in addition to Standard DVD, SACD (Super Audio CD) and DVD-Audio playback, also has the ability to play CDR/RW, MP3-CDs, and DVD-R/DVD-RW discs as outputting a progressive scan video signal and 720p/1080i upscaling via its HDMI output. The DV-46A, with its excellent DVD/SACD/DVD-Audio and Upscaled DVD playback performance, is worthy of consideraton for inclusion in your home theater system.

NeoDigits Helios H4000 DVD Player with HDMI Output - DVD Player Product Review
The Helios H4000 is feature-packed DVD player with several innovative features. The H4000 can deliver 720p/1080i/1080p upscaled images through HDMI and/or component video connections. In addition, other features, Region Code Free and PAL/NTSC compatibility add to its flexibility. If you are looking for a new DVD player, whether to use with that new flat panel HDTV and surround sound system, make sure you check Helios H4000.

HELIOS X5000 HD Network Media DVD Player
The Helios X5000 is more than a typical DVD player. Not only does the X5000 deliver great video and audio via DVD upscaling and HDMI connectivity, but innovative features, such as complete recordable DVD compatibility, DivxHD, WMV9HD, and both Wired and Wireless Networking add great flexibility. If you are looking for a device that is compatible with most disc-based video formats (except for Blu-ray and HD-DVD) and interfaces with your home theater and PC, then check out the Helios X5000.

HELIOS X5000 HD Network Media DVD Player - Product Review
The Helios X5000 is more than a typical DVD player. Not only does the X5000 deliver good video and audio via DVD upscaling and HDMI connectivity, but innovative features, such as complete recordable DVD compatibility, DivxHD, WMV9HD, and both Wired and Wireless Networking add great flexibility. If you are looking for a device that is compatible with most disc-based video formats (except for Blu-ray and HD-DVD) and interfaces with your home theater and PC, then check out the Helios X5000.

OPPO Digital DV-970HD DVD Player with HDMI output and SACD/DVD-Audio Playback
The OPPO DV-970HD is a DVD player that will upconvert signal output to either 720p/1080i via its HDMI output. If you own an HD-compatible TV with HDMI (or DVI) input, you can watch DVDs in higher resolution. This works well with Plasma/LCD monitors and DLP video projectors. This unit has all video outputs and features you would expect, and then some, including: CD/CDR/CDRW/MP3/JPG playback and the addition of DVD-Audio, SACD, and DIVX playback. For more details, check out my review.

OPPO Digital DV-970HD DVD Player with HDMI output and SACD/DVD-Audio Playback
The OPPO DV-970HD is a DVD player that will upconvert signal output to either 720p/1080i via its HDMI output. If you own an HD-compatible TV with HDMI (or DVI) input, you can watch DVDs in higher resolution. This works well with Plasma/LCD monitors and DLP video projectors. This unit has all video outputs and features you would expect, and then some, including: CD/CDR/CDRW/MP3/JPG playback and the addition of DVD-Audio, SACD, and DIVX playback. For more details, check out my review.

Pioneer DV-490V-S DVD Player with HDMI Output
The Pioneer DV-490V-S is a great basic DVD player, offering not only CD and DVD playback, but, with its HDMI output, you can take advantage of the increased capabilities of an HDTV. In addition, other useful features, such as its JPEG/MP3 Slideshow function, as well as Divx file playback, make the DV-490V-S a great deal for $99. For additional details, check out my review.

Pioneer DV-490V-S DVD Player with HDMI Output and 720p/1080i Upscaling
The Pioneer DV-490V-S is a great basic DVD player, offering not only CD and DVD playback, but, with its HDMI output, you can take advantage of the increased capabilities of an HDTV. In addition, other useful features, such as its JPEG/MP3 Slideshow function, as well as Divx file playback, make the DV-490V-S a great deal for $99. For additional details, check out my review.

LG LRY-517 Super-Multi DVD Recorder/VCR Combo - Product Preview
If you are confused about whether or not to replace that aging VCR with a DVD recorder, now may be the time as LG introduces its Super-Multi DVD Recorder/VCR Combination, the LR-517. What makes this unit special is that it only records to DVD and VHS, but can record in all, yes ALL, currently available DVD recording formats: DVD-R/DVD-RW/DVD+R/DVD+RW/DVD+R DL and DVD-RAM.

Pioneer DVR-233-S Entry Level DVD Recorder - Product Review
If you are looking for solid entry level DVD recorder, check out the Pioneer DVR-233S. Features include DVD-R/-RW recording. Inputs include composite and S-video. Outputs include composite, S-video, and component video (both interlaced and progressive scan), as well as including both analog and digital audio outputs. If you are looking for a basic DVD recorder with good performance, then consider the Pioneer DVR-233-S. For more details, read my review.

Pioneer DVR-233-S Entry Level DVD Recorder
If you are looking for solid entry level DVD recorder, check out the Pioneer DVR-233S. Features include DVD-R/-RW recording. Inputs include composite and S-video. Outputs include composite, S-video, and component video (both interlaced and progressive scan), as well as including both analog and digital audio outputs. If you are looking for a basic DVD recorder with good performance, then consider the Pioneer DVR-233-S. For more details, read my review.

Presidian PDR-3222 Entry-Level DVD Recorder - Product Review
The Presidian PDR-3222 is a DVD Recorder, sold primarily through Radio Shack, that offers multi-format DVD recording at an extremely low price point. Although the PDR-3222 doesn't offer many of the more advanced features and conveniences of higher-end, name-brand, units - it still offers some good benefits for someone looking for a very basic DVD recorder. For more details, check out my review.

Presidian PDR-3222 Entry-Level DVD Recorder
The Presidian PDR-3222 is a DVD Recorder, sold primarily through Radio Shack, that offers multi-format DVD recording at an extremely low price point. Although the PDR-3222 doesn't offer many of the more advanced features and conveniences of higher-end, name-brand, units - it still offers some good benefits for someone looking for a very basic DVD recorder. For more details, check out my review.

NeuNeo HVD2085 DVD Player with HDMI Output and 720p/1080i/1080p Upscaling - Review
The NeuNeo HVD2085 is a DVD player with upconverion video output to either 720p/1080i via HDMI output and 720p/1080i/1080p via component output. If you own an HD-compatible TV with HDMI or DVI input, you can watch DVDs in higher resolution. This works well with Plasma/LCD monitors and DLP video projectors. The 2085 offers extensive playback options, including: Most recordable DVD formats/CD/CDR/CDRW/HDCD/MP3/JPG as well as being able to play HVD 720p Discs (China's answer to Blu-ray and HD-DVD).

NeuNeo HVD2085 DVD Player with HDMI Output and 720p/1080i/1080p Upscaling - Product Review
The NeuNeo HVD2085 is a DVD player with upconverion video output to either 720p/1080i via HDMI output and 720p/1080i/1080p via component output. If you own an HD-compatible TV with HDMI or DVI input, you can watch DVDs in higher resolution. This works well with Plasma/LCD monitors and DLP video projectors. The 2085 offers extensive playback options, including: Most recordable DVD formats/CD/CDR/CDRW/HDCD/MP3/JPG as well as being able to play HVD 720p Discs (China's answer to Bly-ray and HD-DVD).

OPPO Digital OPDV971H DVD Player with DVI Output and 720p/1080i Upscaling - Product Review
The OPPO Digital OPPO OPDV971H is a DVD player that will upconvert signal output to either 720p/1080i via its DVI output. If you own an HD or HD-upradable TV with DVI or HDMI input, you can watch DVDs in higher resolution, thanks to a Faroudja de-interlacer/scaler. This works well with Plasma/LCD monitors and DLP video projectors. This unit has all video outputs and features you would expect, and then some, including: CD/CDR/CDRW/MP3/JPG playback and the addition of DVD-Audio and DIVX playback.

Pioneer DVR-533H-S DVD Recorder/Hard Drive Combination - Product Review
Starting with a foundation in Laserdisc, and jumping into both DVD playback/recording technology early, Pioneer has had extensive experience with optical disc video formats. The DVR-533H, Pioneer's new entry-level DVD Recorder/Hard Drive combo, carries on this tradition as a reasonably priced unit that provides performance and flexibility for those entering the world of DVD recording.

JVC XV-NP10S Progressive Scan DVD Player - Region Code Free Version
The JVC XV-NP10S is a great basic DVD player, offering not only CD and DVD playback, but, with its memory card reader you can also play back your favorite digital camera phots. However, in its Region Code Free version with it built-in PAL-to-NTSC converter, this DVD player also becomes very practical for those that have the need for a unit that will play back any commercial DVD from any region of the world on an NTSC television. For additional details, check out my review.

JVC XV-NP10S Progressive Scan DVD Player - Region Code Free Version - Review
The JVC XV-NP10S is a great basic DVD player, offering not only CD and DVD playback, but, with its memory card reader you can also play back your favorite digital camera phots. However, in its Region Code Free version with it built-in PAL-to-NTSC converter, this DVD player also becomes very practical for those that have the need for a unit that will play back any commerical DVD from any region of the world on an NTSC television. For additional details, check out my review.

Philips DVDR985 DVD+R/+RW Format DVD Recorder
Despite the quagmire over standards and compatibility with current DVD playback technology, Philips shakes up the market with a reasonably priced DVD recorder.

Guide Picks: DVD Recorders
DVD recorders have not only arrived on the scene, but sales are finally beginning to take off. With prices becoming more affordable, the DVD recorder is now a serious option for home video recording. Check out the current field of DVD recorders.

DVD Recorder - VHS VCR Combinations
DVD recorder/VCR combos are finally here and are making quite a splash. For those that are both replacing a VCR and want a DVD recorder, this flexible option gives you the best of the old and the new. You can use these units to copy and homemade recordings (such as camcorder tapes, television recordings, etc...). However, keep in mind that DVD recorder/VCR combos cannot be used to copy commercially made DVD movies to VHS or commercially made VHS movies to DVD, due to copy-protection.

Top Picks: Universal DVD Players
A new type of DVD player configuration is creating quite a stir in the marketplace. Known as the Universal DVD player, these units will play just about any type of DVD, VCD, and CD disk available, including the new DVD-Audio and SACD (Super Audio CD) disks.

Guide Picks: Budget DVD Players
DVD continues its penetration into retail stores and consumer's homes at an accelerated pace. Even if you don't have a high-end TV or home theater system, you can still enjoy the benefits of the DVD revolution. Here are some great entry level players to consider.

DVD Player/VCR Combos - Top Picks
The rise of DVD and the continuing popularity of the tradional VCR has given birth to a new home entertainment product, the DVD/VCR combo. Check out some of my picks in this new alternative to the home theater mix.

Kiss Technology DP-470 DVD Receiver - Product Review
The Kiss Technology DP-470 DVD Receiver is an innovative home theater component that incorporates a standard DVD/CD player with some additional, practical, features, such as a built-in 5-channel surround sound amplifier, AM/FM tuner, and Divx file compatibility. To find out more, check out my full review of the DP-470.

Samsung DVD-HD931 DVD Player - Product Review
The DVD-HD931 performs well as a standard DVD player, with extensive playback options, great video quality, and the outputs you need to connect to any home theater system. However, this DVD player is different. HD931 has the ability to do two things that very few DVD players can: Direct digital video output and resolution upscaling. For more details, check out my review.

Philips DVDR75 DVD Recorder - Review - User Submission
DVD recorders are fast becoming one of the hottest products in consumer electronics this year, especially as prices keep coming down. Recently, a reader recently purchased a Philips DVDR75 DVD Recorder and wanted to share his experience with the other users of the About.com Home Theater site.

Product Summary/Review: Philips DVDR-985 DVD Recorder
Despite the quagmire over standards and compatibility with current DVD playback technology, Philips shakes up the market with a reasonably priced high-performance DVD recorder that delivers what it promises.