Sony DVPNS725P Progressive-Scan DVD/CD Player
Inexpensive. Easy to Use. And Looks Good Too.
The Sony DVP-NS725P is a sleek, easy to use DVD player that is well suited to consumers who want a player that offers options and design that are a cut above the basics, but still at a reasonable price. The player offers three options for connecting to your television or monitor: composite, s-video, and component video. The cables are included for the simple composite video and audio hook-up, but you will need to purchase cables separately if you intend to use the s-video or component video connections. If you have an HDTV, you will want to use the component video connections to take full advantage of your television's potential. Once the player is connected, set-up is a cinch. With the player and your television turned on, &quot;Quick Setup&quot; will appear on the screen; just follow the instructions. The remote control is easy to figure out, and the instruction manual is clear if you should have any questions. My one gripe about the remote is that the volume button is small and poorly located. There are playback controls on the front of the player, also. They are separate buttons, not one (cheap) frustrating dial, which is nice. The display is large and easy to read. I don't have an HDTV, so I cannot comment on the progressive scan feature, but the player has progressive scan capabilities with video and film modes for those who have HDTV's. In addition to DVD's, it will play music and audio CD's. I'm not a videophile, as you might deduce from the fact that I don't own the latest in television technology. But I have been quite pleased with the picture quality and ease of operation that I've gotten from the Sony DVP-NS725P. I didn't expect as much for such a reasonable price. I think that consumers looking for a good basic DVD player will be happy with this one. And you videophiles out there might find it a good choice for your supplemental television sets.