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post #121 of 4322
10/28/04 at 12:10pm
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Yes, there are zoom functions. I took a very quick look at it this morning. Will have more information tonight.
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post #122 of 4322
10/28/04 at 12:12pm
There are too many buttons (including buttons to control your TV!) on that remote control as to put a open/close button.
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post #123 of 4322
10/28/04 at 12:15pm
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It is crammed, but I found it pretty easy to use. Better than some other Panasonic DVD remotes (especially better than the XP50's). It's going to be fun to program the URC-200 with this remote!

Paul
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post #124 of 4322
10/28/04 at 12:21pm
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Just a reminder. I am taking note of questions and whether answered in a reply or not it is is being added to the first post of the thread. So, if there isn't an answer yet (noted by ) keep checking that first post.

I should have more answers tonight.

Paul
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post #125 of 4322
10/28/04 at 12:27pm
Paul,

I did not understand in your first post your reference to the pillar boxing. If you have 4:3 dvd material and want to play 720p/1080i output, is the picture stretched to 16:9 or can you view it in 4:3 with those picture modes? Or do you need to drop down to 480p/480i through component to get 4:3 material to play 4:3?
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post #126 of 4322
10/28/04 at 12:30pm
Does it have the memory function at the last play point even after you eject the disc similar to the RP82?
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post #127 of 4322
10/28/04 at 12:36pm
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Lance: Yes, it will pillarbox 4:3 material with the HDMI @ 1080i. The Avia menus which should be 4:3 were an oddity: The background images are stretched 16:9 but the menu items 4:3 which created a double image. The 4:3 movie "Singin' in the Rain" , for example, is displayed 4:3 using HDMI @ 1080i. No need to push other buttons or drop down resolution.

ahro: Yes, I think it does. I think I tried that this morning but can't remember in the flurry of activty. Will note and confirm.
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post #128 of 4322
10/28/04 at 12:43pm
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Everything tried this morning was via 1080i via HDMI. Note the sections in the first post for: 1080i HDMI / 480p HDMI / 480p component. No other resolution or connection was tried. Will work on others connections/resolutions tonight.

Paul
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post #129 of 4322
10/28/04 at 12:43pm
Quote:
Originally posted by ahro
Does it have the memory function at the last play point even after you eject the disc similar to the RP82?

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post #130 of 4322
10/28/04 at 12:47pm
If there's no clipping from HDMI>DVI I think the unit sounds very promising and I'm going to buy it and sell my 1910. I have the Panny 500 projector so its a nice match if I won't lose PQ going to DVI.

Anyone know where to get an HDMI>DVI adapter quickly and inexpensively? Radio Shack doesn't carry them.
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post #131 of 4322
10/28/04 at 12:47pm
Please Paul don't forget to post a 480i section in the first post if possible.
Also check 480i-p Y/C delay. In fact, any difference with the xp50 would be appreciated.

Is it possible to check the subtitle to frame accuracy ? My Zenith 318 is driving me nuts as it posts the subtitles a full 1.5 sec before the words are told !

Thanks !
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post #132 of 4322
10/28/04 at 12:50pm
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Cricricri,

Will check 480i y/c delay: Component, composite, S-Video

Will check subtitle accuracy. That's a big pet peeve of mine as well.

Paul
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post #133 of 4322
10/28/04 at 12:53pm
Paul - thanks for all your work. And you're not even getting paid!

Anyways, to add to your list -

1) 720p over HDMI/DVI (I guess this will be covered soon) - esp MB at this resolution
2) front panel - you indicated that there was something lighting up?! Is it some crazy garish bright light that would be annoying (and noticeable) in a darkened room?
3) general feeling of build quality?

THANKS!
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post #134 of 4322
10/28/04 at 12:57pm
It may have already been asked, but does it come with and HDMI cable?
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post #135 of 4322
10/28/04 at 12:59pm
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Hea,

It fun stuff so it's OK!

1. Will try. I have no means to try 720p via HDMI only but can try 720p HDMI to DVI.

2. The clear tray is illuminated a bright blue. Have not tried to see if it can be turned off (at least during play).

3. I didn't even have the unit in my hands that long before hooking it up. The build quality seemed to be OK -- fairly solid for a plastic faced player. The rest of the cabinet is metal. Again, I'll have more of description later.

I had less than an hour to use the player this morning. It all went very fast!
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post #136 of 4322
10/28/04 at 1:00pm
Yes, it comes with the cable.

And thanks, too, Paul for all the work
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post #137 of 4322
10/28/04 at 1:02pm
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Yes, the player comes with an HDMI-HDMI cable. Please refer to the first posting which is a repository for the accumulated data. I'll try to organize it better.
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post #138 of 4322
10/28/04 at 1:22pm
Paul: Fantastic work! You are putting so much time and effort into this for all of us. Thanks. Looking forward to your detailed review now.
I'm sure you're by far the hottest member on this forum right now!
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post #139 of 4322
10/28/04 at 1:28pm
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Thanks, trying my best. There was a lot of anticipation for this player and a lot of questions that needed (and still need) to be answered.

I hope those who purchase the player like what they get!

If anyone has a RPTV and/or CRT and gets this player that's one area that I need help in as I have no RPTV. Otherwise, I have LCD and Plasma.
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post #140 of 4322
10/28/04 at 1:30pm
I shall do that, as soon as onecall/local store gets more supply of this player. I have a Sony XBR 60'' RPTV.
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post #141 of 4322
10/28/04 at 1:34pm
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Originally posted by Paul Bigelow
Lance: Yes, it will pillarbox 4:3 material with the HDMI @ 1080i. The Avia menus which should be 4:3 were an oddity: The background images are stretched 16:9 but the menu items 4:3 which created a double image. The 4:3 movie "Singin' in the Rain" , for example, is displayed 4:3 using HDMI @ 1080i. No need to push other buttons or drop down resolution.

SCHWEET. That is key for me.

The Momitsu just took a LARGE step towards the door.
If the Panny doesn't have any HDMI-DVI @ 720p issues, the 880 is going, going, gone!

God it feels good to know that there just may be an actual reliable, good quality, upconverting DVD player at this price range.

WOOOOOOOOOOOOOO-HOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!

Paul, thanks for all the info.
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post #142 of 4322
10/28/04 at 1:36pm
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Excellent! I wouldn't expect any problems with an RPTV or CRT but there might be some sort of brand specific compatibility issue with the HDMI or HDCP.
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post #143 of 4322
10/28/04 at 1:39pm
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Dave,

You're welcome. I didn't have much of a chance to view a lot of 4:3 material. Again, tonight, I'll look at much more. The Avia menu issue was strange and hope it isn't repeated on other discs.

Paul
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post #144 of 4322
10/28/04 at 1:53pm
Here's a stupid question but very relevant to me. I notice you show the player is compatible with DVD+RW, but what about DVD+R (since you list DVD-RW and DVD-R separately)? All of my recordable DVDs are DVD+R so if it doesn't support them, I may be SOL.

Thanks.
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post #145 of 4322
10/28/04 at 1:53pm
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Quote:
Originally posted by megamii
Since people are asking the same questions about this DVD player, I may suggest creating a frequently asked questions (FAQ) thread on it. Such as:

Q: Does the DVD-S97 include an HDMI cable?

Q: What Faroudja chip is used for this DVD player?


???

This is a FAQ thread. All one has to do is look at the first posting for all the accumulated data.

Paul
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post #146 of 4322
10/28/04 at 1:55pm
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Quote:
Originally posted by EricScott
Here's a stupid question but very relevant to me. I notice you show the player is compatible with DVD+RW, but what about DVD+R (since you list DVD-RW and DVD-R separately)? All of my recordable DVDs are DVD+R so if it doesn't support them, I may be SOL.

Thanks.

Eric,

I don't have a DVD+R disc and that's the only reason. I do have DVD+RW. Still I'll make it to be a separate item.

Thanks!

Paul
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post #147 of 4322
10/28/04 at 1:59pm
Quote:
Originally posted by Paul Bigelow
???

This is a FAQ thread. All one has to do is look at the first posting for all the accumulated data.

Paul

A quick search on the thread on key words should help those in need.
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post #148 of 4322
10/28/04 at 2:08pm
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The FAQ section isn't made of of questions, as such. Basically I just left out all the "What is...", "How does...", "Will it....", etc.

If people want the full questions let me know.

Regards,

Paul
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post #149 of 4322
10/28/04 at 2:10pm
Hey Paul
Sorry for this maybe a stupid question, but does it use the Genesis/Faroudja chip with Component Video? I heard it is only use with the HDMI. Also does it look on a RPTV?

Omar
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post #150 of 4322
10/28/04 at 2:12pm
I do believe the firmware version of the S97 is 5E160 or higher from a bit of reseraching.
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