Toshiba SD-1600 DVD Player
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My purchase of the Toshiba SD1600 was my first outing in the world of DVD.  I purchased the player based SOLELY on the reviews it received here at Amazon.  Needless to say, I have not been disappointed.  First of all...this thing is as silent as a Stealth Bomber.  My computer makes more noise than the SD1600.  Another thing is the output options.  It has both component and S-Video coupled with RCA's to best suit your needs.  I'm using the S-Video and RCA-audios both with Monster Cables.  One suggestion--spend the extra money and get Monster Cables.  You can get them right here at Amazon.  You won't be sorry!  NEVER use the cheap factory cables that come with your player...using these will downgrade your picture and sound.  <br />The remote is fairly easy to use.  After the horror stories I've heard of some players being too small with miniscule buttons, I was pleasantly surprised at how easy it was to use.  <br />Oh, when plugging in the outputs, don't be afraid to PUSH HARD, as to tightly secure the cable to the unit.  It's a tight fit, but that's the way it is supposed to be.<br />Another reason I am so happy with my DVD player is the transparent display menu, allowing you to make adjustments while playing a movie.  I bought this DVD player primarily because I wanted to watch The X-Files Season 1 and 2 boxed sets.  With its quick response time, three-speed fastfowarding, effortless chapter skip and three level zoom, watching is truly a pleasure.  The best part is, if I decide to upgrade my television a little later on (I just bought a new 27&quot; Sanyo, and I'm happy with it), the DVD player will be an easy transition. <br />There are many other amenities this player offers, but there is no way I can list them all.  Bottom line: This player is an excellent player at an unbelievable price.  I'll buy Toshiba again!<br />The remote is fairly easy to use.  After the horror stories I've heard of some players being too small with miniscule buttons, I was pleasantly surprised at how easy it was to use.  <br />Oh, when plugging in the outputs, don't be afraid to PUSH HARD, as to tightly secure the cable to the unit.  It's a tight fit, but that's the way it is supposed to be.<br />Another reason I am so happy with my DVD player is the transparent display menu, allowing you to make adjustments while playing a movie.  I bought this DVD player primarily because I wanted to watch The X-Files Season 1 and 2 boxed sets.  With it's quick response time, three-speed fastfowarding, effortless chapter skip and three level zoom, watching is truly a pleasure.  The best part is, if I decide to upgrade my television a little later on (I just bought a new 27&quot; Sanyo, and I'm happy with it), the DVD player will be an easy transition. <br />There are many other ammenities this player offers, but there is no way I can list them all.  Bottom line:  The SD1600 is an excellent player at an ubelievable price.  I'll buy Toshiba again!