Apex AD-1200 DVD Player
Little player that maybe can
There are many incarnations of this player depending on the build date. Earlier players were capable of playing DVD, VCD, SVCD, JPG, Kodak, MP3, and CDs. Newer (after 4/2002) units have lost the VCD capability. Older units had defeatable macrovision and region code. The newer units no longer have that choice. Sound and picture quality is average to somewhat below average. Unit has no alphanumeric display. My unit has played all formats without problem (have not tested Kodak CDs). Worst feature of this player is the weak remote. Remote control must be used within ~10' of the player and no more than 10 deg or so off axis (you have to be directly in front of the unit) for it to work.<br />Update:<BR>It is now 8 months after purchase of the unit and the machine is on the way out. It no longer plays most DVDs and kind of plays other formats with much seeking of the head. From now on, I'll stick with name brands. Considering small price difference, I'd rather have the reliability, better design, and less frustration.