Dvd audio toshiba DVD Players

Toshiba is a big name in DVD technology, and the new SD9000 bats cleanup in the company's roster of fourth-generation players. It brings to the plate a passel of build-quality enhancements, a cargo-hold full of features, and a level of control over audio and picture parameters that seems more appropriate to a video editing room.Unfortunately, the SD9000 lacks the ability to output a progressive-scan image. Jitter-induced degradation shouldn't be a problem with the SD9000's high-mass, resin-impregnated base; vibration-isolated chassis; and machined-aluminum front panel.The picture passes through Toshiba's best 10-bit/27 MHz D/A converter and anti-aliasing filter, and the 3D-DNR digital noise reduction filter helps reduce random video noise, especially in background images. Three customized picture memories allow you to savecolor, brightness, sharpness, and contrast settings for various viewing situations. Additional picture calibrations can be effected using blacker than black PLUGE signals. Toshiba includes the reference Video Essentials DVD test disc with the 9000 to help perfect your setup.Of course you get the gamut of high-end bonuses, including Dolby Digital decoding, 96/24 audio reproduction, and simulated surround sound. The audio outputs are gold-plated where appropriate, the zoom can focus in on any of 25 areas of the picture, and the bit-rate display is both graphic and numeric. A backlit preprogrammed remote with jog/shuttle rounds out this definitive DVD package.

Note: This is a 1997 DVD player, and has since been replaced. If you can find it in stores, it should be priced significantly less than the 1997 MSRP given here.While many other companies are still on their second or even first generation, DVD-pioneer Toshiba is already on its third. That's the prime recommendation for this otherwise basic unit.The SD-2008 has got the basic DVD feature set included on all Toshiba models: a coaxial digital audio output for connection to a Dolby Digital decoder, an S-Video out, composite video and analog audio outs, and 96kHz/24-bit digital audio processing that conforms to the evolving DVD Audio standard.But Toshiba wants you to feel you're getting more than just a black box with a DVD/CD tray. A push of a button gives you the on-screen Bit-Rate Meter, which displays the bits-per-second processed by the 2008's 10-bit video digital-analog converter (DAC). Don't have a Dolby Digital receiver? Toshiba gives you Spatializer N-2-2 faux surround sound, producing what appears to be multi-channel sound from just your stereo TV or two speakers. There's also Video Black Level expander circuitry, which allows you to set the reference black threshold cutoff to Normal (7.5 IRE) or Enhanced (0 IRE); Enhanced expands the overall contrast range in the picture, resulting in richer, deeper blacks and finer tonal gradation.Toshiba adds some other digital bells and whistles, such as a four-times 25-sector picture zoom, and a three-position (dimmable) fluorescent display that allows users to tone down the distraction from the otherwise bright display lights.Since this is an entry-level unit, it does not have a jog shuttle on the remote, unlike its more expensive Toshiba siblings, but does have similar navigation keys laid out in a compass cursor manner.

TOSHIBA SD5915 DVD Video Changer and Player

Supports Virtual Surround Sound

Super ColorStream Pro® Component Video Outputs Because the digital filter enables eight times oversampling of the component video signal, Super ColorStream Pro players deliver the highest quality video signal to be sent from the DVD player to a component video equipped analog or digital TV. When this connection is utilized, typical NTSC artifacts--like video noise, dot crawl, and flicker--are virtually eliminated, resulting in a low-noise, highly detailed picture with unequaled color purity.

Toshiba's SD3755 has extras for both the videophile and the audiophile. Many people today are buying a DVD player for both movies and music. Toshiba has included progressive scan in the SD3755 for a sharper, more film-like image, and Dolby Digital & DTS digital outputs to make sure you hear everything perfectly. When you want to listen to music, you can always listen to CDs, but now you also have the choice of MP3, CD-R, and CD-RW playback. 10-Bit 27 MHz Video D/A Conversion provides rapid processing of the video signal with less signal loss, ensuring maximum image resolution and images free of artifacts. ColorStream Component Video Outputs deliver the highest level of picture quality by allowing the video signal to be transferred and processed in separate elements. Toshiba pioneered the inclusion of component video as a feature because of its remarkable detail, pleasing color purity, and enhanced artifact-free picture resolution. While your present television probably doesn't have component video inputs, chances are that your next television will include them. Most of Toshiba's 1999 television line-up includes ColorStream component video inputs. Dolby Digital and DTS Optical & Coaxial Outputs When connected to a receiver or amplifier with a Dolby Digital or DTS decoder through either the optical or coaxial digital outputs, you can enjoy the phenomenal experience of video through five discrete full range channels, whether for stunning sound effects or crystal clear dialogue. MP3 CD Playback enables you to play CDs burned with MP3 digital audio files. Unlike standard CDRs that hold only 75 minutes, MP3 compression allows you to store up to 11 hours of music on one CDR. Graphical User Interface (GUI) provides all the menus on your TV screen in a versatile, easy to use design. S-Video and Composite Video Outputs provide connection flexibility in conjunction with the ColorStream component video outputs. 3-Mode Picture Zoom allows you to get a closer look at your favorite DVD scenes. The image is divided into 25 zones that can be magnified in three steps during normal or slow-motion playback. 96 kHz/24-bit Audio D/A Converter Maximizes DVD and CD audio performance capability, providing smoother, less digitized transitions, and richer sonic texture. DVD/CD Direct Disc Access allows you to instantly select another disc in the changer by pressing a single button on the remote or front panel. Virtual Surround Sound When using the DVD player with only two front speakers, this technology creates a surround-sound effect by incorporating a portion of the center-surround information into the left and right stereo signals. Spatializer N-2-2 Virtual Surround Sound provides patented 3-D signal processing to deliver the ambiance of a 5.1 channel audio system from just two stereo speakers. If you haven't made the investment yet in a 5.1 channel surround system for your home theater, Spatializer delivers expansive wraparound sound effects and a solid center channel from your stereo system, or for that matter, your stereo TV. 4 Speed Smooth Forward/Reverse Scan Modes allows you to speed through your programs, forwards or backwards, for rapid access or review. Frame Advance Allows you to stop the action and advance, forward or backward, one perfect still frame at a time. Multiple Viewing Angle Capability gives you the ability to select viewing from various camera angles on DVDs encoded with the feature. Currently it is seen mostly on informational productions. Full Function Remote Control provides complete control of the unit from the comfort and convenience of your chair. Parental Control provides a view timer so parents may determine when the television is accessible. Shuffle Play allows the player to select tracks for playback entirely at random, adding a bit of variety to your listening.

The Toshiba SD4700 DVD-Video/DVD-Audio Player redefines the potential and possibilities of the DVD format while bringing this exciting new package to a price level almost everybody can afford. Superior image quality is paramount in Toshiba s strategy for this 2001 series player.

Get more entertainment from your DVD player. In addition to outstanding DVD performance, this player also has HDCD filtering & decoding for playing new HDCDs and enhancing all your CDs, even your MP3 tunes recorded on CD-R or CD-RW discs.

"NAVI Menu Provides an icon based display of key playback functions and the strobe viewer enables you to display fast motion as a series of stop action frames. Ideal for careful analysis of instructional videos, or movies featuring award winning special effects. Virtual Light Machine Activated during music disc playback, the virtual light machine displays up to 100 unique patterns that pulse and change in sync with the music. It's like having your very own private light show! 10-Bit 27 MHz Video D/A Conversion provides rapid processing of the video signal with less signal loss, ensuring maximum image resolution and images free of artifacts. ColorStream Component Video Outputs deliver the highest level of picture quality by allowing the video signal to be transferred and processed in separate elements. Toshiba pioneered the inclusion of component video as a feature because of its remarkable detail, pleasing color purity, and enhanced artifact-free picture resolution. While your present television probably doesn't have component video inputs, chances are that your next television will include them. Most of Toshiba's 1999 television line-up includes ColorStream component video inputs.Dolby & DTS Coaxial Digital Output connects to the coaxial Digital Audio input of amplifiers or receivers with built-in Dolby Digital and/or DTS decoders, to deliver the best home theater audio available.Audio Features 96 kHz/24-bit Audio D/A Converter Maximizes DVD and CD audio performance capability, providing smoother, less digitized transitions, and richer sonic texture. HDCD Decoding and Precision Filtering extends audio resolution to 20-bits when used with a compatible HDCD audio disc. The result is remarkably clean and natural musical presentation, with improved dynamics, and best of all, the built-in HDCD precision filtering will enhance the sound of your present CD library. It's like getting a high-end CD player to go along with the great DVD performance.Spatializer N-2-2 Virtual Surround Sound provides patented 3-D signal processing to deliver the ambiance of a 5.1 channel audio system from just two stereo speakers. If you haven't made the investment yet in a 5.1 channel surround system for your home theater, Spatializer delivers expansive wraparound sound effects and a solid center channel from your stereo system, or for that matter, your stereo TV. Video Features Video Black Level Expansion with Pluge is an essential image enhancing feature for expanding contrast and producing the deepest blacks available in any video format. The Black cutoff level ranges from 7.5 IRE NTSC standard to 0 IRE for wider gray scale contrast, which delivers more vibrant colors. Plus, the system is capable of reproducing ""Blacker than Black"" Pluge signals , critical for setting proper picture brightness levels."

"10-Bit 27 MHz Video D/A Conversion provides rapid processing of the video signal with less signal loss, ensuring maximum image resolution and images free of artifacts. 480-Progressive Signal Output provides 480-line progressive (non-interlaced) full frame resolution performance to compatible 480-p capable displays. The result is a more film-like image, with enhanced brightness and contrast, deeper color resolution and fidelity. As DVDs are mastered in 480-p, you can enjoy the flicker-free images the movies are engineered with.ColorStream Pro Progressive Component Video Output delivers the ultimate in DVD picture performance and integrity to compatible display devices, such as multiscan-capable Toshiba TheaterWide projection televisions. DVD discs are mastered as 480p signal. Connecting a DVD player with ColorStream Pro to a compatible display device produces a flicker-free image with enhanced vertical and temporal resolution. The near film-like images of a 480p picture are brighter and the 60 frame per second display takes advantage of the full resolution capability of a DVD disc, delivering film-like images. Compact Chassis Size lets you enjoy all the benefits of a total DVD package in a small, space saving chassis. Excellent for those who are challenged for space, or for those using mini-systems or micro components for their homer theater.Dolby Digital and DTS Optical & Coaxial Outputs When connected to a receiver or amplifier with a Dolby Digital or DTS decoder through either the optical or coaxial digital outputs, you can enjoy the phenomenal experience of video through five discrete full range channels, whether for stunning sound effects or crystal clear dialogue.S-Video and Composite Video Outputs provide connection flexibility in conjunction with the ColorStream® component video outputs.Video Black Level Control allows you to achieve remarkable contrast from your DVD player by allowing not only the NTSC standard black level, but delivering a ""blacker-than-black"" setting that produces incredible detail and vibrant colors.Audio Features 96 kHz/24-bit Audio D/A Converter Maximizes DVD and CD audio performance capability, providing smoother, less digitized transitions, and richer sonic texture. DVD/CD Direct Disc Access allows you to instantly select another disc in the changer by pressing a single button on the remote or front panel.Spatializer N-2-2 Virtual Surround Sound provides patented 3-D signal processing to deliver the ambiance of a 5.1 channel audio system from just two stereo speakers. If you haven't made the investment yet in a 5.1 channel surround system for your home theater, Spatializer delivers expansive wraparound sound effects and a solid center channel from your stereo system, or for that matter, your stereo TV. Video Features DVD A-B Repeat allows you to program a ""start"" and ""end"" to a DVD segment that you choose, and continuously repeat as you determine. It's great for trying to learn those old Clapton licks, or using with instructional videos."

The SD-6200 is a step below from Toshiba's 2000 flagship DVD player. Of particular note is the players progressive-scan component outputs, which offer the highest-quality video possible from a DVD player. Note, however, that your TV must have progressive scan inputs to get the full benefit. The SD-6200 also gives the user a formidable array of input/output options and compatibility with Dolby Digital and DTS surround sound formats. The video is handled by 10-bit/54 MHz digital-to-analog converters. This machine is capable of playing a cornucopia of discs, including DVDs, CDs, VCDs and CD-Rs. It is also CD/DVD Text compatible. Besides composite and S-video outputs, you'll find component video outputs on the back panel, that can be switched to standard interlaced output if you haven't bought a progressive-capable TV yet.You'll find both coaxial and optical (Toslink) digital audio outputs, as well as 5.1-channel outputs for connection to Dolby Digital-ready A/V receivers. There's also a 4-power, 25-sector zoom and Toshiba's video noise reduction system (3D-DNR).-- EM