OPPO DV-980H 1080p Up-Converting Universal DVD Player with HDMI and 7.1CH Audio

Prepare to be impressed by the OPPO DV-980H universal DVD player. Continuing the OPPO tradition of exceptional audio/video performance and great value, the DV-980H delivers a stunning picture and immersing sound for today’s home theaters. Advanced video upconversion technology brings standard definition DVDs to life with 1080p “Full HD” clarity. Precision rendering from Super Audio CD, DVD-Audio, HDCD and regular CD creates enveloping acoustics with high fidelity. Complemented with 7.1-channel surround audio, high-resolution picture slide show and a convenient USB 2.0 port, the DV-980H helps you rediscover the treasures in your home theater.

Customer Review: This Is Really 6 Top-Quality Players in One
I do not understand the negative reviews or the knocks this player gets for its price. The Oppo DV-980H is really 6 players in one: - top-notch upconverting DVD video player - audiophile quality SACD and CD player (through analog outputs and HDMI) - audiophile quality DVD-Audio player (through analog outputs and HDMI) - MP3/WMA player via discs or the USB port - hi-res image player via discs or the USB port - AVI/DiVx player via discs or USB Now if you only use this to watch DVD video, then yes, better values (with similar performance) are to be had elsewhere. But if you are looking for any 3 of the above features, this is a great value. The machine itself oozes class (except for the disc tray) and it operates lightning fast even when using the HDMI output. It even works through HDMI if the display is turned off - this is essential if all you feel like doing is listen to CDs, SACDs or DVD-Audios. To top it all, you get responsive customer service and firmware maintenance. I mean, what else can you reasonably expect for less then $170?

Customer Review: For Now Better Than Blu-Ray
Some reviewers are able to write a review of an electronic component based only its specifications. I have to live with it for awhile. I’ve used the Oppo DV-980H for several months now after having considered purchasing its big brother the DV-981HD and the several high-definition video formats. I’m extremely satisfied with my choice. While its video playback and upconversion capabilities do not exceed those of many HD-DVD or Blu-Ray players, regular DVD’s look excellent when outputted via HDMI my new Panasonic TH-42P700U plasma TV. The picture is so good, in fact, that I may never opt for a Blu-Ray player if downloading or streaming HD video becomes a viable option. I would be tempted, however by an Oppo Blu-Ray player (hint!). There are dozens of less-expensive upconverting DVD players on the market, but none so competently handles the Oppo’s broad range of audio and video protocols. I am especially impressed that the Oppo plays PAL DVD’s and SACD audio. When the cost Blu-Ray players and disks decline and their technology matures, my Oppo may be relegated to the bedroom, but for the forseeable future it sets the cost-effective standard for audio and video playback.

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