Panasonic DVD-F87S 5-Disc Progressive Scan DVD Player
Panasonic Does It Again
First of all, I'd like to address other users comments about Panasonic's motors burning out and about the freezing up problems.  This is my third DVD player I've owned from Panasonic and the first two are still running like a champ, including the DMR-E55S recorder.  The DVD-F85 (actually the model that this model replaced) works great and never had a problem playing discs.   I have been always pleased by Panasonic products, if not for performance, then always for quality and durability.    <br />Now for this model.  It is an improvement over the last one.  I like the fact that you can play a WIDE range of formats in this machine like DVD-RAM discs and DVD-Audio discs.  I have an older receiver with 5.1 discrete inputs (no Dolby Digital decoder built-in).  That's why I bought this model, because it had the decoder built in.  The picture is stunning and the sound is excellent, as should every DVD player today.  The setup is still a little complicated than I think it should be, but I was able to do it fairly easily.  The manual is a bit poorly laid out, but everything you need to know is in there.   <br />At this price, there is no argument that this is a great buy.  And top-rated by Consumer Reports doesn't hurt your chances either.   Get it. <br />