Pioneer DV-383S Multi-Volt DVD Player
Trick needed to play PAL dvd's on US TV
Although the manual and description state that this player automatically switches between PAL and NTSC, it does not at first. When you start using it, the NTSC dvd's will play fine, but the PAL may appear colorless (almost black and white).   <br /> <br />Since this product is not intended for the US market, Pioneer USA does not support it. (They don't even have the manual). <br /> <br />Trough forums online we found the solution: Hold the \\"ON\\" button and the \\"Fast Forward\\" button simultanuously for a few seconds, when turning the unit on. Eventhough it shows \\"NTSC\\" in the display, it was now able to play both formats perfectly in color and switches between PAL and NTSC automatically. Even after turning the DV-383-s off, and back on. <br /> <br />Other than this 'flaw', it seems to be a very compatible player and a good deal for that price.