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Sony DVP-NS999ES

Sony DVP-NS999ES DVD Player

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Sony RDR-GX315 DVD Recorder

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Product Description
The new DVP-NS999ES player offers a variety of advanced technical features available from the leader in innovative home entertainment. Technical advancements include Precision Cinema... More
The new DVP-NS999ES player offers a variety of advanced technical features available from the leader in innovative home entertainment. Technical advancements include Precision Cinema Progressive output and multi-channel SACD playback, as well as Pixel-by-Pixel Active I/P Conversion for sharp and detailed video projection, and Audio-Video Alignment to produce precise on-screen picture and sound synchronization. Less
Sonys stand-alone DVD recorder, the RDR-GX315, features a new slim-line chassis and compatibility with +R double-layer DVD discs for longer recording time. The quick response graphic user... More
Sonys stand-alone DVD recorder, the RDR-GX315, features a new slim-line chassis and compatibility with +R double-layer DVD discs for longer recording time. The quick response graphic user interface allows for easy operation and access to advanced functions. The unit also features front panel i.LINK IEEE-1394 digital interface /Digital8 compatibility for easy personal camcorder content transfer. Less
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Key Features   
Number of Discs   1 1
Progressive Scan   With Progressive Scan With Progressive Scan
TV Tuner - With TV Tuner
Playable Disk Types DVD Video • VCD • SVCD • DVD-R • DVD-RW • DVD+R • DVD+RW • SACD • CD (Audio) • CD-R • CD-RW • HDCD DVD Video • VCD • SVCD • DVD-R • DVD-RW • DVD+R • DVD+RW • CD (Audio) • CD-R • CD-RW
Playable File Formats MP3 MP3 • JPEG
DVD Type   DVD Player DVD Recorder
Video   
Video DAC   14 bit / 108 MHz -
Video Output System NTSC NTSC
Picture Control - Black Level • Zoom
Audio   
Surround Sound   Built-In Dolby Digital Decoder • Built-In DTS Decoder Virtual Surround • Dolby Digital (Digital out only) • DTS (Digital out only)
Dialog Enhancer - Yes
Audio DAC   24 bit / 192 kHz -
Connections   
Inputs - Composite x 1 • Analog Audio x 1 • RF (TV) x 1
Front Panel - Composite Input • S-Video Input • Audio Input • iLINK DV Input
Outputs Composite x 2, S-Video x 2, Component x 1, Analog Audio x 2, Analog Surround x 1, Digital Audio Coaxial x 1, Digital Audio Optical x 1 Composite x 1, S-Video x 1, Component x 1, Analog Audio x 2, Digital Audio Coaxial x 1, Digital Audio Optical x 1, RF x 1
Convenience   
Record And Play Features - One Touch Recording • Simultaneous Record and Play • Playlist Playback
Display Dimmer Yes Yes
Jog Dial Control   On Unit -
Parental Control   Yes Yes
Instant Skip / Replay Replay -
Remote Control   Universal Multibrand
OSD - Yes: English, French, Spanish
Resume Function 300 Bookmarks -
Recorder   
Recordable Media - DVD-R • DVD+R • DVD-RW • DVD+RW • VR Supported
Recording Speeds - SP • LP • EP • SLP • HSP • SEP
DVD Recording Time - 1 Hrs. Minimum / 8 Hrs. Maximum
Recording Formats - VBR Supported
Programmable Timer - Yes, 12 Events within 30 Days
Dimensions   
Weight 6.39 kg 2.89 kg
Depth 13.7 in. 10.35 in.
Height 4.4 in. 2.48 in.
Width 17 in. 16.93 in.
Other Features   
Brand Sony Sony
Miscellaneous   
UPC 027242611818 027242677470
Release Date October, 2002 2005
Product ID 20257176 24191348
Product MPN   
MPN DVPNS999ESSL RDR-GX315
 
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Sony DVP-NS999ES
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Sony RDR-GX315 DVD Recorder
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Consumer Reviews

231

Sony's "Reference" Standard NON-Hybrid - Not Quite Up To Par...

bynick1326 Apr 9, 2003
28 Helpfuls 29 Helpfuls Was this review helpful?
Pros Semi-Diverse playback capability, SACD allignment (almost)
Cons Many, both audio and video- please read review for meaningful feedback- No DVD-A
Recommended it? No

Before I let the title deter you from this unit, I want to be clear: Sony's DVP NS999ES is certainly the flagship player of the Sony line... Yet nevertheless, despite being a very capable unit, Sony once again has introduced a "new" product which it claims is the "standard" yet just does not... Read full review »

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Product Review Summary

2.3
Based on 11 user reviews
30% recommend this product
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Consumer Reviews

49

Setting the record straight.

byfelixderkater Mar 14, 2007
9 Helpfuls 10 Helpfuls Was this review helpful?
Pros Video quality.
Cons Aggressive copy protection.
Recommended it? Yes

After seeing so many complaints, I knew I had to post and set the record straight on this DVD recorder. I purchased this machine used about eight months ago, so I have a fair bit of experience with it. I have also used several other similar devices from Sony's competitors. All of the competitors'... Read full review »

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Expensive for such a mixed bag

bynuju May 1, 2007
8 Helpfuls 9 Helpfuls Was this review helpful?
Pros Good output quality.
Cons Violates user's legitimate Fair Educational Use copyright entitlements
Recommended it? No

The titleing using the remote is a pain in the neck. The discs take nigh on to forever before they "load" for playback.

Quality, however is decent, although I learned the hard way you can't record on any DVD's except Sony DVD's, which is annoying as all-get-out.

Additionally the... Read full review »

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