Samsung DVD-P721M Progressive-Scan DVD Player

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Title : Samsung DVD-P721M Progressive-Scan DVD Player
Author : Samsung Electronics
Release Date : 20020331
Binding : Electronics
Regular Price : $229.99
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Editorial Reviews :
The DVD-P721M integrates digital audio and video like no DVD player before it, offering not merely high-tech features like progressive-scan video and 3:2 pulldown, but a dedicated Memory Stick port that makes this the ideal companion for Sony digital cameras and MP3 players.
Video Features
The progressive-scan output is king of this unit's video features, but keep in mind that you'll need a high-definition or HD-ready TV to appreciate its benefits. (The included S-video and composite-video outputs work just fine with older TVs, however.) Progressive scanning displays all 480 video lines in one pass to provide strong vertical resolution and flicker-free, high-density images. Likewise, 3:2 pulldown is a videophile treat. It accurately translates 24-frames-per-second movies into 30-frames-per-second television signals, correcting any distortion and removing redundant information to display a film-frame-accurate picture on any component-video-equipped direct-view or projection TV or monitor.

Audio Features
The DVD-P721M is compatible with standard CDs, audio CD-Rs and CD-RWs, and discs encoded with MP3 audio files. A 96 kHz/24-bit digital-to-analog converter ensures optimal decoding of all disc formats, while 2x audio playback lets you hear the movie or music while you search, where most other DVD players are mute. The player's Phantom Surround processor simulates surround-sound effects using only two speakers, and a 25-inch stereo headphone jack has a convenient rotary volume control.

Connections
Beyond the Memory Stick port, the DVD-P721M's traditional audio connections include two sets of left/right analog-audio outputs for compatibility with stereo Dolby Pro Logic receivers and stereo televisions and two digital-audio outputs (one each of coaxial and optical) to route Dolby Digital and DTS 5.1-channel signals to a surround-decoding audio/video receiver. The back panel offers one output each for S-video and top-of-the-line component-video, as well as two standard composite-video outputs.

Other Features
The player provides motion zoom, chapter digest, and a universal remote control (with jog/shuttle dial) that operates the DVD-P721M as well as most TVs and VCRs. You even get a special EZ remote for controlling basic DVD functions. Supplied accessories include a composite-video AV cable, instruction manual, two remote controls, and two AA batteries.

Buyer Reviews :
There is a slight delay after you make your selection on the remote, but I think this is standard for DVD players. I am having a bit of trouble finding the full title listings on my mp3 disks, and the instructions have a small typo, which doesn't help my search for the correct solution. All I get for the mp3 tracks are numbers.

Regarding the remotes: The small remote has keys that glow in the dark - although they are not 'lit' internally.

All in all, I am satisfied with this player.

(by tehauke)

Features/Technical Specs :
* Memory Stick port works with Sony digital cameras and MP3 players
* Component-video output terminals with progressive-scan output and 3:2 pulldown offer flicker-free images on HD or HD-ready TVs
* Dual-mode optical pickup for CD-R/CD-RW playback, built-in MP3 decoder (offers folder navigation and supports ID3 tags)
* Convenient jog/shuttle dial on front panel and remote control
* Full-size (.25-inch) stereo headphone output with rotary volume control

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