Samsung DVD-HD841 Up-Converting DVD Player

Samsung DVD-HD841 Up-Converting DVD Player
Manufacturer: Samsung
Product Type: CE

Editorial Review:
Product Description
Samsung's HD841 is a must for anyone with an HDTV display. It converts to hi def standard DVDs from 480i to HDTV-level 720p or 1080i resolution right at the source. By up-converting content in the DVD player - rather than several steps away in the TV - the HD841 creates HDTV-level images that have fewer artifacts and less noise than with other hi def conversion methods. Then it sends that HD signal directly to your TV through a purely digital DVD output - with no analog conversion.
Amazon.com Product Description
Samsung's DVD-HD841 delivers scintillating video and audio performance at an eye-popping price. Between the unit's progressive-scan component-video and DVI digital-video outputs, sophisticated high-definition upconversion (from 480i/p DVD-Video to 720p, 768p, or 1080i, depending on your HDTV), and processing abilities for the audio-only SACD (Super Audio CD) and DVD-Audio formats, this player quite nearly does it all.

The DVD-HD841 has a built-in video scaler that permits output to a HDTV.

Samsung's video upconversion technology eliminates visible scan lines and artifacts arising from interlaced video and the 3:2 pulldown process required to render film-based movies as NTSC video. The result: higher resolution from conventional sources and sharper images with few motion artifacts. The player's DVI digital-video output may be used for lossless video transmission between the player and compatible TVs and computer monitors.

Superior Sound
SACD and DVD-Audio media both offer super-high-fidelity sound. DVD-Audio discs provide 192 kHz/24-bit multichannel and stereo sound, high storage capacity, and unique bonus materials not available on regular audio CDs. These discs often have compressed Dolby Digital soundtracks for listening on standard DVD players, but true DVD-A decoding is required for full sonic appreciation. Depending on the disc, Sony's proprietary SACD format provides multichannel and/or stereo sound, often presented in a dual-layer format compatible with both standard CD players (at standard resolution) and SACD-equipped players like the DVD-HD841 (for full-resolution playback).

As an antipiracy measure, the DVD-HD841 performs its own decoding of both DVD-Audio and SACD signals, passing high-resolution analog, not digital, audio to your integrated amplifier or surround receiver. This means you'll need an audio/video receiver with multichannel analog-audio inputs to appreciate multichannel DVD-A and SACD releases.

Enjoy peerless multichannel, surround-sound audio from DVD-Audio and SACD media.

A set of stereo and a set of multichannel analog-audio outputs route audio from DVD-A/SACD media as well as from Dolby Digital- and DTS-encoded DVDs to your AV receiver. If you're not planning to use the DVD-A/SACD capability for multichannel programming, both Dolby Digital and DTS 5.1-channel surround-sound signals can be routed through the player's digital-audio outputs (one each of RCA coaxial and Toslink optical) for simpler connection with your receiver.

Another handy feature is the player's EZ View letterbox eliminator, which lets you enjoy full-screen pictures on 4:3 aspect-ratio TVs--even when you're watching widescreen DVDs. Composite- and S-video outputs bring compatibility with nearly any television.

What's in the Box
DVD player, remote control, remote batteries, user's manual, DVI digital video interconnect, stereo analog audio interconnect/composite-video cable, and warranty information.

Average customer rating: 3.0

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Princeton Ultra 72e Monitor

Princeton Ultra 72 17" Monitor (Pc/Mac)

Manufacturer: PRINCETON TECHNOLOGY
Product Group: CE
Binding: Electronics
ASIN: B00001MXZ3

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Product Description

The Princeton Ultra 72 is a 17-inch high resolution color monitor designed for the value conscious corporate, small office and home markets. The Ultra 72 features an anti-glare, anti-reflection, anti-static coated flat square tube (FST) and Invar shadow mask for bright, distortion-free images. This monitor provides super-fast refresh rates up to 85Hz at 1024x768 non-interlaced for sharp images and flicker-free performance. A .28mm dot pitch and 100MHz bandwidth provides exceptional clarity with bright, rich colors. Upfront user controls include brightness and contrast, horizontal phase and size, vertical position and size, recall, and a manual degaussing switch. The Ultra 72 is Plug and Play ready for ease of operation, and is PC and Mac compatible. It has a universal power supply for worldwide use. Emission levels meet strict MPR-II standards for safer long-term use.

Amazon.com Product Description

The popular Ultra 72 from Princeton combines features and value. With its 17-inch (15.8 inches viewable) CRT, 0.27-millimeter fine dot pitch, and 1,280 x 1,024 maximum resolution, the Ultra 72 displays crisp, clear images. The Ultra 72 is an excellent upgrade from a 15-inch display. It is ideal for general business and spreadsheet applications as well as Internet use.

Customer Reviews:

Great monitor.......2001-10-13

My thinking about monitors is that I would rather pay 50 bucks extra and get a top of the line monitor (since that is the 'only' part of the computer that I stare at for more than 10 -12 hours a day). To me, a good monitor with great resolution is a better investment than going to the eye doctor and getting nerd eyeglasses.

I am very satisfied with this monitor, never had a problem with it. Extreme clarity, great colors. I like it a lot. Yes, it is expensive compared to other brands, but hen, like I said, I think it is money well spent.

Princeton Ultra 72e Monitor.......2001-07-18

Purchased this monitor as upgrade less than 3 yrs ago (still under warranty.) Have had 4 failures within several weeks of installation. System used exclusively by 86 year old retired person, not subject to abuse or heavy use. Since we cannot act as 24 hour a day on-site troubleshooters, are now seeking to purchase a replacement monitor, even though this is still under warranty. Princeton claims there are no problems with this monitor. We are wondering if they are shipping refurbished monitors under the warranty (charging $80+ shipping each time)? Spouse is purchansing mgr for computer system builder and knows the hardware. This is the most frustrating situation we have encountered in years!

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