Schmidty Posted April 25, 2002 Share Posted April 25, 2002 I am looking for a pretty good DVD player and had a few questions. I have a HDTV so I know I need to get progressive scan and DTS, but what else? For the people that have heard DVD Audio, is there a big difference? My limit is $250, so any recommendations? Thanks again everyone, Tony ------------------ Fronts----KLF 30's Center----RC-3 II Receiver--JVC RX-9010V Rears-----Quintets Sub-------RSW-15 TV--Panasonic tau 32 HDTV DVD------XBOX Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DrPyro Posted April 25, 2002 Share Posted April 25, 2002 Schmidty $250 or less for a progressive DVD player....I'm afraid that you won't be able to find a good player for that. Since you spent the money to get a HDTV, spend the money to get a good player. Alot of people recommend the Panasonic RP-91, it has a great picture and loads of tweeks. I can't personally comment on the quality since i don't have one. Another is a Toshiba, but i don't remember the exact model, possible 4800 or something like that. Both can be found around $400 - $600. -Dave ------------------ Home Theater Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Schmidty Posted April 25, 2002 Author Share Posted April 25, 2002 Is there really that much of a difference between Progressive scan DVD players? I see this one on Ebay http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=1348196468 And it seems like a good deal. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ShapeShifter Posted April 25, 2002 Share Posted April 25, 2002 Check out the offering up to $299 found by cnet.com/ http://electronics.cnet.com/electronics/search/1,10126,0-6342369-1302-0,00.html?tag=st.ce.6342369-1302.bnav.6342369-1302&pn=1&ob=1&qt=&qn=&F1=1&F2=3&F4=0&F5=1&F6=1&F7=0 Wes ------------------ "KLIPSCH IS MUSIC"f> Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ahhbee78 Posted April 26, 2002 Share Posted April 26, 2002 best buy had a progressive scan player from panasonic i think. it was right around $300. ------------------ Denon 1601 Sony VCR, DVD, CD Changer (all from Best Buy... that means its the 'Best') Philips CD Burner Panasonic 32" TV KSB 3.1 KSC-C1 KSF-S5 KSW-12 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Schmidty Posted April 26, 2002 Author Share Posted April 26, 2002 Thanks for your help. I bought a TOSHIBA SD-5700 on E-bay for $229. Can't wait to get it. Thanks again, Tony Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ShapeShifter Posted April 26, 2002 Share Posted April 26, 2002 Schmidty, I hope you checked to determine if the manufacturer's warranty will be applicable. Many don't warranty items if not bought from an authorized dealer. They consider these buys as third party purchases. However, most reliable sellers will act as your warranty agent. Your warranty then exists between your seller and you, not the original manufacturer. Just food for thought and verification. Enjoy your player. Wes ------------------ "KLIPSCH IS MUSIC"f> This message has been edited by ShapeShifter on 04-26-2002 at 10:51 AM Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Schmidty Posted April 26, 2002 Author Share Posted April 26, 2002 Thanks for your concern ShapeShifter, I was aware of that problem. The person I bought it from has 1009 positive and NO negative feedback. Also I bought my JVC receiver on EBay and when I got it was not working so I brought it to a JVC repair center and they fixed it for free with a print-up of the EBay description as a receipt. Thanks, Tony ------------------ Fronts----KLF 30's Center----RC-3 II Receiver--JVC RX-9010V Rears-----Quintets Sub-------RSW-15 TV--Panasonic tau 32 HDTV DVD------TOSHIBA SD-5700 Game System- XBOX Computer-------- 1.8 P4 Geforce 3 120 + 60 7200rpm harddrives 8000 Mp3's, all hooked up to my receiver via USB Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ShapeShifter Posted April 26, 2002 Share Posted April 26, 2002 Tony, Thanks for letting us know about those positive results. Hopefully, more manufacturers will warm up to honoring their warranties to consumers who purchase via the net. Good news scenario indeed! Regards, Wes ------------------ "KLIPSCH IS MUSIC"f> Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Natenstein Posted April 29, 2002 Share Posted April 29, 2002 Schmidty, I would highly recommend that you take a look at Toshiba's SD-5700 and SD-4700 players. I have the 4700 and it has great quality and packed with features. Here is a summary of them both: http://www.hometheatermag.com/showarchives.cgi?108 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Schmidty Posted April 30, 2002 Author Share Posted April 30, 2002 Thanks Natenstein, I bought the Toshiba's SD-5700. ------------------ Fronts----KLF 30's Center----RC-3 II Receiver--JVC RX-9010V Rears-----Quintets Sub-------RSW-15 TV--Panasonic tau 32 HDTV DVD------TOSHIBA SD-5700 Game System- XBOX ------------------ Computer 1.8 P4 - 608megs of DDR ram Geforce 3 120 + 60 7200rpm harddrives 8000 Mp3's, all hooked up to my receiver via USB Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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