|
|
The biggest question when purchasing a DVD is how much you are willing to spend and what type of equipment you already own.
Higher end features include more detailed information on the front display, more thorough menu screens, bigger sound range, better video conversion and so on. Only video and audio purists need to spend $1000 for their players. Most people only need something in the $500 range -- or below. One of the most important things to look for in any player is a clean but detailed front. Most people need just enough buttons on the front that will operate the player in case your remote breaks or you can't find it. A few players have so many buttons, switches and dials on the front that makes them too confusing. All you really need is to see where the open/close button is and where the play button is. |
|
|
Some advanced options are multiple disc play, composite video out and DTS. Almost all players have DTS input. It is best to purchase a DTS capable player rather than one that has a converter installed because the separate DTS converters on the market perform better than the one installed. The multiple disc option is a new feature that costs a little more, but unless you're planning on using your DVD player as a CD player, or watching two movies in a row, it isn't really necessary for what most consumers need. If you have a composite TV, you should consider getting a DVD player with composite video out. If you don't have a composite TV, it isn't necessary to buy a DVD player that has a composite video output. The above aren't meant to sway anyone away from getting a player with extras, far from it. If you want extras, DTS and multiple disc play are very nice options to have, but you won't be missing out on the DVD experience without them.  Click here for the DVD School index
|
