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Coby DVD298

$60.00 Released February, 2008

The Pros:External file playback (USB, SD card, etc.) is smooth and easy to configure. Region Change/Free Region configurations enable playback of virtually all DVD types. Support .srt subtitle files alongside Mp4 content - highly beneficial for foreign film enthusiasts.

The Cons:Universal remote synchronization is hit and miss - many of the unit's functions cannot be "learned" by all-in-one controllers. Lack of a "Stop Resume" function disables specific pausing access. USB bus powering does not support 2.5-inch hard drives - limits compatible devices to flash and wall-powered units.

The Coby DVD298 is a super-slim progressive scan DVD player that combines traditional features with the most cutting-edge digital video technology. A step up from the DVD288, the Coby DVD298 adds along a bevy of features, including support for DivX & MPEG-4 (XviD) videos, USB flash drives, and SD/MMC cards.

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Like its predecessor, the DVD298 DVD player boasts an HDMI output with 1080p upconversion for converting videos to near-HD quality, NTSC/PAL compatibility, and a variety of customizable functions, including camera angle, picture zoom, and parental control. The Coby DVD298 retails for $59.99 and comes with a ninety-day limited warranty.

Features

Progressive scan DVD player with 1080p video output for use with Full HD-capable TVs
Upconverts DVD video to near-HD quality (1080p)
DVD, DVD±R/RW, CD, CD-R/RW, and JPEG compatible
Official DivX® Certified product
Plays all versions of DivX® video (including DivX® 6) with standard playback of DivX® media files
Plays digital MPEG-4 video files (XviD)
Plays digital media files directly from USB drives and SD/MMC cards
Dolby digital decoder
HDMI output for perfect digital signal transmission to home theater systems over a single cable
Digital and analog AV outputs for home theater use
NTSC/PAL compatible
Convenient front panel and on-screen display
Multiple language, subtitle, and camera angle support
Parental lock control
AC 100-240V automatic power switching
FCC approved & ETL listed

Specifications

Display Type: Front Panel, On-Screen
Media Support: DVD, DVD±R/RW, CD, CD-R/RW, USB flash drive, SD/MMC cards
Format Support: Video: MPEG-1, MPEG-2 (DVD), MPEG-4 (DivX®, XviD); Audio: CD, MP3; Photo: JPEG
Video System: NTSC/PAL
Menu Language Support: English, Spanish, French, German, Italian
Audio Output: RCA Stereo Audio; Coaxial Digital Audio
Video Output: HDMI; RCA Component Video; RCA Composite Video; S-Video
Power: Main Unit: AC 100~240V / 50-60Hz; Remote: 2 x 1.5V "AAA"
Unit Dimension (WHD): 17.0" 1.49" x 8.25"
Carton (inner, master): 1, 4
UPC: 7 16829 98298 3
Certifications: ETL, FCC, HDMI

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External file playback (USB, SD card, etc.) is smooth and easy to configure
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Region Change/Free Region configurations enable playback of virtually all DVD types
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Support .srt subtitle files alongside Mp4 content - highly beneficial for foreign film enthusiasts

Cons

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Universal remote synchronization is hit and miss - many of the unit's functions cannot be "learned" by all-in-one controllers
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Lack of a "Stop Resume" function disables specific pausing access
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USB bus powering does not support 2.5-inch hard drives - limits compatible devices to flash and wall-powered units
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Build quality is relatively feeble - more susceptible to damage than higher-end players