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The OPPO DV-980H ($170) is an up-converting DVD player that comes in as a cheaper alternative to the hugely popular OPPO DV-981HD ($230). The standout features for the DV-980H are its 1080p upconverting abilities, HDMI 1.2 output, 7.1 channel analog audio outputs, and versatility to play many media formats. It is a high-end DVD player that will likely please enthusiasts marketed towards the consumer who hasn't decided to upgrade to HD-DVD or Blu-Ray.
MSRP $170.00
Release date August, 2007
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Features
- upconverts video sources to 1080i and 1080p
- video outputs: 1 x HDMI 1.2, 1 x component, 1 x composite, 1 x S-Video, 1 x RCA
- audio outputs: 7.1 analog RCA, 1 x Digital Optical S/PDIF, 1 x Digital Coaxial
- formats: DVD-Video (NTSC/PAL), DVD-Audio, Super Audio CD (SACD), DivX, XviD
- USB 2.0 port on front panel for streaming media from external drives
The DV-980H features a black finish and includes an HDMI cable in the box. Consider the Toshiba HD-A2 (now available for around $240) as alternative to this product if you are interested in the newer formats. The OPPO DV-980H was released in August 2007 and retails for $170.
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MSRP $199.99
Released January, 2009
Pros
- upconverts DVDs to 1080p
- capable of holding up to 6 discs
Cons
- the cost of a cheap Blu-ray player
- stereo analog outs only
- 6-disc changer is rather useless
OPPO DV-980H
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Onkyo DV-CP706
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MSRP $150.00
Released August, 2008
Pros
- Picture quality that competes with more expensive DVD players
- Outputs a 24FPS picture which is rare in this price range
- Enhanced sharpness works without introducing extra artifacts
Cons
- Color mode can sometimes make colors look artificial
- Limited picture adjustment settings
- Very bad tray design
OPPO DV-980H
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Toshiba XD-E500
MSRP $150.00
Released January, 2008
The Onkyo DV-SP405 is a progressive scan DVD player with upconverting abilities to 720p and 1080p resolution, which it accomplishes through HDMI. It also features DTS, Dolby Digital and Digital Audio Output, as well as MP3, WMA, JPEG, VCD, CD-R/RW and DVD-R/RW playback, with Disk-Navigator for browsing media content. The DV-SP405 has component, composite...
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MSRP $230.00
Released December, 2006
Pros
- Region free DVD player
- Includes and HDMI cable in the box
- Decent 1080p upscaling
- Plays many formats of audio and video
Cons
- No component video ouput.
- Requires an HDMI->DVI for DVI output
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Pros
- Inexpensive top-notch DVD player - $170
- Upconverts video sources to 1080p over HDMI
- Plays many different formats of audio and video
- Includes and HDMI cable with purchase
- Can be made to play region free DVD with a simple hack
- Attractive black design
- CD playback comparable to high end units
- SACD and DVD Audio playback with HDMI cable
Cons
- No component video outputs.
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Pros
- Inexpensive top-notch DVD player - $170
- Upconverts video sources to 1080p over HDMI
- Plays many different formats of audio and video
- Includes and HDMI cable with purchase
- Can be made to play region free DVD with a simple hack
- Attractive black design
Cons
- Doesn't play Blu-Ray or HD-DVD
- Doesn't offer Faroudja video processing like the DV-981HD
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DV, 980, H, DV980, 980H, DV980H
