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Region Coding
Region coding was introduced into DVD discs to prevent releases in one geographical
area being sold in another prior to the official release in that area. USA
is region 1 and Europe is region 2.
Some DVD players are advertised as being 'multi-region'. This is not normally
a claim made by the manufacturer.
There are two means of achieving multi-region operation:
1. By performing a 'hack' on the DVD player using a combination of button
presses to reach a normally hidden menu in order to select an alternative
region code.
2. By fitting a 'chip' into the DVD player to override the normal region detection
feature.
There are currently changes taking place on region 1 (USA) discs to prevent
their being played on code free DVD players.
For the above reasons we have not included region coding information in
the main features as it may be misleading.
All players listed are set up for region 2 operation.
Where a supplier offers a product as multi-region this is shown in the additional
features (under the '+' sign)
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DVD
Digital Versatile Disc (or Digital Video Disc)
A digital format for storing a large amount of data, normally on a 12 cm diameter
disc.
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CD
All DVD players are capable of playing audio CDs. |
Supplier
An online store where you may purchase this product. Clicking on the Supplier
logo will take you directly to the product. |
Brand/Model
The brand and model reference of the product. When available clicking on the
brand name will open the manufacturers page for that product. |
Colour
A general simple description of the main colour of the product case. |
Price/Del
The price of the product and the cost of delivery where this is known. If you
were to order more than one product from a single supplier then the delivery
cost would more than likely be reduced. This column is sorted in order of the
total cost with the lowest total cost (product + delivery) at the top. |
ScartT Lead
A Scart lead is included with the product for connecting the DVD player to
your TV or other equipment. The cost of a Scart lead varies from supplier to
supplier from approximately £5 upwards. |
No. Discs
The number of discs that can be loaded into the player at one time and played
in sequence or randomly. |
Par Cont
Parental Control
The DVD player includes a password protected feature to bar the viewing of
discs and/or scenes of selectable categories. |
CDR & CDRW
The player is capable of playing CD-R and CD-RW recordable CD discs.
These are discs that are created on a computer or CD recorder.
CD-R are discs that may only be recorded onto once.
CD-RW are discs that can be recorded onto more than once, original recordings
being overwritten or added to if space permits. |
MP3
The player can play mp3 music files from pre-recorded CDs or CD-R/CD-RW discs.
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VCD
Video CD
The player is capable of playing Video CDs. These have a similar quality to
VHS tapes but have a limited storage capacity. |
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Photo/JPEG
The player can display images which have been stored on CD.
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DVD RW
The player is capable of playing DVD-RW recordable discs. |
Karaoke
The player is capable of utilising various feature of Karaoke format DVDs,
such as with or without the vocal tracks. |
+
Supplier offers and/or other features not covered elsewhere.
Where there is a '+' sign in this column for a particular product then hover
over the '+' sign to see the additional information. |
Zoom
Maximum magnification of the picture which is available by zooming in (and/or
out). 0 indicates that either magnification is not stated OR is not
available. |
FF
Fast Forward search speed. 0 indicates speeds are not stated. |
SF
Slow Forward play speed. 0 indicates speeds are not stated OR not available. |
FR
Fast Reverse search speed. 0 indicates speeds are not stated. |
SR
Slow Reverse search speed.0 indicates speeds are not stated OR not available. |
Virt Sur
Virtual Surround Sound
Simulates surround sound on two speaker systems. |
Dolby
Dolby Digital Surround Sound (Sometimes referred to as AC-3)
A six channel home cinema audio system. It consists of output channels for
a front centre speaker, front left and right stereo speakers, rear left and
right surround effect speakers and a subwoofer speaker for bass effects.
ALL DVD Players have Dolby Digital output. |
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DTS
Digital Theatre System.
An alternative to Dolby Digital. Used on some DVDs.
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SCART
SCART Socket
The standard European audio/video (AV) connector/socket for TVs, VCRs, and
DVD players. Using a SCART lead is the simplest method of connecting a DVD
player to a TV set. |
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SVid
S-Video Output
A single cable method for output of the video signal.
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Optical
The player has an optical connector for the output of the digital audio channels.
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Coax
The player has a coaxial connector for the output of the digital audio channels. |
W
Width of the unit in millimeters. |
D
Depth of the unit in millimeters. Additional depth will be required for connecting
leads. |
H
Height of the unit in millimeters. |
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