JVC XV523GD

This new JVC XV-523GD is the "all-in-one" player that people are looking for. Not only does it play DVD and CD, it also plays the new CD-R and CD-RW recordable CD formats.The power supply, digital circuitry, analog audio and analog video circuits are physically separated. Moreover, the Luminance (Y) and Color (C) signals run on separate paths, as do component video signals, to avoid interference and the degradation it can cause. Component Video Outputs provide the highest level of video signal transfer quality available today when connected to televisions equipped with compatible inputs. By dividing the video signal into component elements, component video outputs deliver a remarkable improvement in picture detail at maximum resolution, with unmatched color purity and edge detail. Color blooming and "hanging dots" are eliminated, and other NTSC artifacts are eliminated. 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. 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. 3D-PHONIC Virtual Surround Sound, exclusive JVC technology, takes signals from all channels (even 5.1 Dolby Digital signals) and bends and shapes them to simulate 3-dimensional surround sound, boasting the highest sound quality among virtual Dolby decoders. For the enthusiast who is building a home theater product by product, this feature provides sonic spaciousness when used with stereo audio systems or televisions. 96 kHz/24-bit Audio D/A Converter maximizes DVD and CD audio performance capability, providing smoother, less digitized transitions, and richer sonic texture. Bit-Rate Meter provides a display of the average bit-rate being used to decode the video from scene to scene, giving you an quantifiable indication of the effort put into the mastering process. Serious moviephiles will enjoy using it to compare transfers of various films. On-screen displays make it easy to adjust more picture, sound, and convenience features from either the remote control or the front panel controls.