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JVC XV-NP10S Progressive Scan DVD Player - Code Free Version
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JVC XV-NP10S Progressive Scan DVD Player - Region Code Free Version - Review

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The Bottom Line

Having experience with several code-free DVD players, I found that the code-free version of the JVC XV-NP10S delivers consistent, although not top-of-line, video quality from both NTSC and PAL discs from all regions on a standard NTSC TV. This unit played everything I thew at it without difficulty. The only major complaint is an occasional glitch in which portions of the disc menu of the DVD does not display properly. Check out the code free version of the JVC XV-NP10S.
Pros
  • Remote and on-screen menus are very easy to use
  • Extensive playback flexibility - plays just about every disc format except for SACD and DVD-Audio
  • Built-in digital camera memory card reader is a great bonus.
  • Owner's manual is well illustrated and easy to understand
  • Automatic Region code detection and PAL-to-NTSC conversion works well
Cons
  • Intermittent DVD menu glitch -- selections sometimes don't display
  • Unecessary 480i/480p video signal selector on rear panel - should be on front panel
  • No SACD or DVD-Audio compatibility
  • No DVD upscaling feature - no DVI or HDMI output
  • Card reader is not compatible with Memory Stick Pro or Memory Stick Duo

Description

  • Slim space-saving design is only (1.7 inches) high.
  • Plays DVD/DVD-R/DVD-RW (Video Format)/DVD+RW, CD/CD-R/RW, SVCD/VCD, JPEG/WMA/MP3, MPEG-4, and DivX.
  • Built in Memory Card Reader for SD/MMC, Compact Flash, Smart Media, XD and Memory Stick.
  • Progressive Scan w/3:2 pulldown and 10-bit/54MHz video D/A converter provides smooth looking video.
  • Component Video, Composite Video, and S-Video outputs allow connection to most televisions.
  • Digital Coaxial and Optical Audio outputs as well as standard analog stereo outputs are featured.
  • Multi-brand remote control allows control of both TV and DVD player.
  • JVC's A/V COMPU LINK is included for easier interface with other JVC components.
  • Code Free Version is hardware modified to be compatible with all DVD region coded discs.
  • Code Free Version has built-in PAL-to-NTSC converter for display of PAL system discs on NTSC TVs.

Guide Review - JVC XV-NP10S Progressive Scan DVD Player - Region Code Free Version - Review

I receive a lot of questions about availability of region code free DVD players. Film fans desire access to films that are not available in their DVD region and educational institutions need access to material on DVD on an international scale. As a result, many third-party sources have sprung up that market modified DVD players specifically designed for Code-Free DVD playback.

One example of a hardware modified DVD player is the code-free version of the JVC XV-NP10S. As a standard DVD player, this unit offers slim slyling that can fit in just about any space as well as extensive DVD playback options, and the bonus of a digital camera memory card reader.

I found the unit very easy to set-up and use; standard DVDs, DVD-Rs, and +RW discs discs played easily. I was also able to play a DivX encoded disc. I found that the audio and progressive scan video performance of the XV-NP10S to be on par with DVD players in its price class.

As far as the code-free function went, I was able to play DVDs from several regions, including both Asian Region 3, European Region 2, and Brazilian Region 4 discs. In addition, I found that the XV-NP10S did a very good job converting PAL system discs for viewing on a standard NTSC television display. I also found no obvious audio lip-synch issues on PAL disc playback.

Having experience with several code-free DVD players, I found that the code free version of the JVC XV-NP10S deserves a look if you are considering making the move to code free DVD.
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