Upconversion up to 1080p High definition up-conversion with film-like picture quality. Upconverts 720x480 interlaced video encoded on DVD discs to 480p/720p/1080i and 1080p. Upconversion to 1080p enables the DV-981HD to be a perfect match for TV's with native 1080 resolution. Optimal video quality is ensured by having the upconversion process performed directly by the DVD player.
	Emmy award winning technology for superior picture quality DCDi by Faroudja video processing technology with progressive scan, film mode detection, TrueLife™ enhancement and motion adaptive noise reduction. Video is analyzed on a single pixel granularity to detect presence or absence of angled lines and edges, which are then processed to produce a smooth natural looking image without visible artifacts (jaggies). The result is a breath-taking picture with vivid color, fine details, and life-like picture quality.
	DivX® and XviD Video Official DivX® Certified product, certified to the Home Theater Profile. Plays all versions of DivX® video (including DivX® 6) with standard playback of DivX® media files. Plays XviD and .SRT, .SMI, .IDX and .SUB format

Designs and specifications are subject to change without notice.

Disc Types:

• DVD-Video, DVD-Audio, Super Audio CD (SACD), DivX®, XviD, Audio CD, HDCD, Kodak Picture CD
• Official DivX® Certified product, certified to the Home Theater Profile
• Plays all versions of DivX® video (including DivX® 6) with standard playback of DivX® media files with encoded video resolution up to 720x480 30fps and 720x576 25fps
• CD-R/RW, DVD+R/RW, DVD-R/RW, DVD+R DL (Compatibility with user-encoded contents or user-created discs is on a best effort basis with no guarantee due to the variation of media, software and techniques used.)

Output:

• Analog Audio: Stereo, 5.1ch
• Digital Audio: Coaxial, Optical, HDMI
• Analog Video: Composite, S-Video (Y/C) - standard-definition output only
• Digital Video: HDMI with HDCP (NTSC 480p/720p/1080i/1080p, PAL 576p/720p/1080i/1080p)
• No Component Video Output. The DV-981HD is designed for use with a display device with HDMI or DVI digital video input.

Video Characteristics:

• HDMI: HDMI Specifications 1.1, CEA-861-B
• S-Video Amplitude: Y: 1.0Vp-p (75 Ohm), C: 0.286Vp-p (75 Ohm)
• Composite Video Amplitude: 1.0Vp-p (75 Ohm)

Audio Characteristics (Nominal specification):

• Frequency: 20Hz – 20kHz (+/-1dB)
• Signal-to-Noise Ratio: >100dB
• Total Harmonic Distortion: < 0.01%

General Specification:

• Power Supply: ~ 100V – 240V, 50/60Hz AC
• Power Consumption: 20W
• Dimensions: 420mm x 270mm x 41mm, 16-1/2 x 10-5/8 x 1-5/8 inches
• Mass: 2.4kg / 5.20 lbs (DVD player unit only)

Operating Temperature:

• 5°C - 35°C
• 41°F - 95°F

Operating Humidity:

• 15% - 75% No condensation

Firmware Updates:

• Upgradeable via CD-ROM

	All digital interface for the cleanest possible connection High-quality pure digital video and audio through a single HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface) cable. Multiple high definition video formats through HDMI output: NTSC: 480p/720p/1080i/1080p. A 6 ft high-quality certified HDMI cable with gold-plated connectors is included with the DV-981HD.
	Support for multiple music formats For the audio enthusiast, the DV-981HD has support for high fidelity digital audio in Super Audio CD and DVD Audio formats. Both SACD and DVD Audio offer richer sound than conventional CDs. Additionally, support for MP3 files, CDs, and HDCDs, makes the DV-981HD a truly universal player.
	Home theater surround sound Supports both Dolby Digital and DTS surround sound tracks for a truly immersive home theater experience.

Universal DVD Player Features:

• DVD-Audio, Super Audio CD (SACD) and DVD-Video universal playback
• Compatible with Audio CD, HDCD, WMA, Kodak Picture CD, and other digital audio/video/picture media and formats
• Official DivX® Certified product, certified to the Home Theater Profile
• Plays all versions of DivX® video (including DivX® 6) with standard playback of DivX® media files

• Plays XviD and .SRT, .SMI, .IDX and .SUB format
• Note: The DV-981HD does not play Blu-Ray nor HD-DVD discs

 Video Up-Conversion Features:

• High definition up-conversion with film-like picture quality to up-convert 720x480/576 interlaced video encoded on DVD discs to 480p/576P/720p/1080i and 1080p
• DCDi by Faroudja video processing technology with progressive scan, film mode detection, TrueLife™ enhancement and motion adaptive noise reduction.
• Video is analyzed on a single pixel granularity to detect presence or absence of angled lines and edges, which are then processed to produce a smooth natural looking image without visible artifacts (jaggies)
• High-quality pure digital video and audio through a single HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface) cable
• Multiple high definition video formats through HDMI output: NTSC: 480p/720p/1080i/1080p; PAL: 576p/720p/1080i/1080p
• Compatible with HDTV, HD-Ready TV, HDTV monitors and projectors with an HDMI or DVI input
• Direct PAL/NTSC disc and TV compatibility and system conversion
• For more information about DVD video up-conversion, please read our white paper article Getting the Most out of DVD on an HDTV Display
• Supports screen aspect ratio 4:3 (standard) and 16:9 (wide-screen)
• User adjustable video controls: Sharpness, Contrast, Brightness, and Saturation
• Composite video and S-Video outputs (standard-definition output only)

Optimized Audio Features:

• High-resolution multi-channel digital audio output through HDMI supporting CD, DVD-Audio, SACD, Dolby Digital and DTS sound tracks.
• Individual analog 5.1-channel surround and down-mixed stereo outputs
• 24-bit, 192kHz high resolution audio D/A converters
• Optical and coaxial digital audio outputs with DTS, Dolby Digital, Dolby Pro-Logic II and Linear PCM support
• 3D Surround (Virtual Surround): Concert, Live, Dance, Techno, Classic, Soft
• Built-in equalizer, channel trim and channel delay functions

Compatibility Features:

• PAL/NTSC disc and TV compatible with automatic or manual system conversion
• Compatible with CD-R/RW, DVD±R/RW and DVD+R DL* (* Playability of self-recorded discs may vary depending on media and formatting software types)
• Dual-laser optical pickup head with excellent error correction

• Enhanced dual-layer disc support with fast layer change
• Wide range universal power supply (~100V-240V, 50/60Hz AC)

Convenience Features:

• Special disc tray - thin, flexible and strong. Can tolerate some bending without breaking.
• Smooth and easy navigation of photo albums, music collections and video files on DVD and CD
• Selectable subtitle and audio tracks
• Discrete ON/OFF remote control IR code for programmable universal remote controls

Connectors:

• HDMI - High Definition Multimedia Interface: 1
• Analog Stereo Audio (Mixed 2-Channel Left/Right): 1 group (2 connectors)
• Analog 5.1 Channel Audio: 1 group (6 connectors)
• S/PDIF (IEC-958) Coaxial Digital Audio: 1
• S/PDIF (IEC-958) Optical Digital Audio: 1
• Composite Video: 1
• S-Video: 1
• Scart interface: 1
• No Component Video (YPbPr/YCbCr) on the DV-981HD model. This model is designed for use with a display device with HDMI or DVI digital video input.

Accessories Included:

• High-quality certified HDMI cable with gold-plated HDMI connectors
  (optional and can be ordered without for extra discount)
  
• Remote control with "glow in the dark" keypad (batteries included)
• Stereo audio cable
• Composite video cable
• User manual eng, french and dutch language and warranty information