Re: DVD Players w/Progressive Scan, DVD Audio

Posted by slackman (A) on June 18, 2001 at 18:11:21

In Reply to: DVD Players w/Progressive Scan, DVD Audio posted by slackman on June 15, 2001 at 14:40:46:

Lots of great feedback. Although I suspected some of what I read here, it was a big help to get your confirmation.

FYI, before I posted my inquiry here, I had called Best Buy to ask them to hold a JVC XV-723GD player for me, so they wouldn't sell out before I got there (two other Best Buy stores were sold out). On that call, the sales rep told me there was a known defect with the 723GD, where the laser tracking system gets gunked up (according to him, JVC has some grease on this part, which accumulates dust and gets fouled). So the rep strongly recommended I spend $50 on a service plan. Yeah, right.

At this point I'm looking at the Panasonic RP91, as one inmate suggested. But there is an RP61 (coming out June to August 2001) that seems to have all of the key features and has been advertised online for about $251 (a lot less expensive than the RP91). I asked the Panasonic rep for an explanation of the differences between the models, but they literally faxed me a set of the specs for both systems. What am I missing? Am I overlooking some important feature here?

FYI, I found a benchmark study at this link. It's worth a read for anyone looking for background on DVD. It inlcudes reviews of several models: http://www.hometheaterhifi.com/volume_7_4/dvd-benchmark-progressive-shootout-12-2000.html

Lastly, I've spent a lot of time searching for best prices and places to shop for speakers, DVD players and even HDTVs. The price ranges are substantial, even among online retailers. I'm willing to share what I found if anyone is interested. Different vendors typically have better pricing on some things, but not all things. I know there are more people trying to get a read on DVD options. You guys are a big help. Thanks!

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Topic - DVD Players w/Progressive Scan, DVD Audio - slackman 14:40:46 06/15/01 (13)

Re: DVD Players w/Progressive Scan, DVD Audio - slackman 18:11:21 06/18/01 (0)

Re: DVD Players w/Progressive Scan, DVD Audio - SamM 13:00:07 06/17/01 (1)

Re: DVD Players w/Progressive Scan, DVD Audio - GPB 14:12:04 06/17/01 (0)

Re: DVD Players w/Progressive Scan, DVD Audio - kotches 09:17:27 06/16/01 (0)

I heard Sony is about to release a Progressive Scan DVD under $400... (nt) - Paul in Sterling 21:57:05 06/15/01 (5)

Re: I heard Sony is about to release a Progressive Scan DVD under $400... (nt) - GPB 12:18:36 06/16/01 (4)

Re: I heard Sony is about to release a Progressive Scan DVD under $400... (nt) - kotches 12:55:44 06/16/01 (3)

Re: I heard Sony is about to release a Progressive Scan DVD under $400... (nt) - GPB 18:02:32 06/16/01 (2)

Re: I heard Sony is about to release a Progressive Scan DVD under $400... (nt) - kotches 22:38:56 06/16/01 (1)

You're right...(nt) - GPB 08:08:16 06/17/01 (0)

Re: DVD Players w/Progressive Scan, DVD Audio - GPB 17:06:51 06/15/01 (2)

Re: DVD Players w/Progressive Scan, DVD Audio - slackman 17:19:01 06/15/01 (1)

Re: DVD Players w/Progressive Scan, DVD Audio - GPB 12:20:53 06/16/01 (0)

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