The real "good and popular", a move to open up the domestic DVD player market, is listed later in the Philips 8 series models. Why? Very simple, in addition to the excellent performance in terms of picture quality and sound, Philips 8 series models of comprehensive performance is the most suitable for the market demand: dual-optical head design at the time is the solution to the DVD and CD/VCD compatibility playback of the best way; 3 models configured with different features, consumers can choose according to their own requirements; the price of each model is moderate, there are higher than the cost-effective products of other manufacturers! ...... and so on. Therefore, the Philips 8 series DVD player has been a great success, in a long time, it is a lot of DVD buyers preferred brand. Some survey information shows that at present, Philips DVD player in the Chinese market share for the first, and in the whole Asia-Pacific region share for the second.
In order to consolidate this hard-won results, Philips in addition to last year's launch of the 725, 718 and 621K, and actively participate in the low-end market competition, and at the end of last year, the launch of a new 9 series of high-end products, used to replace the previous 8 series.
Philips 9 series DVD players have two models, respectively, wrapped in silver DVD931, and champagne-colored DVD955, both models are the use of advanced design concepts, by the Philips company's technical departments around the world (including, of course, in China), to play to their strengths in the development of cooperation. In terms of picture quality, the design focuses on matching with full-flat color TVs, expecting a more perfect home theater effect.
Since DVD was first introduced, there have been three generations of DVD readers. Initially, it was a single-head readout, then developed into a dual-head, and then today's dual-wavelength, single-head readout. Facts have proved that this is a more effective than the double optical head can be more effective in solving the DVD, CD compatible playback technology, has been very common use. Philips 9 series DVD player's new silent reading drive is precisely the dual-wavelength laser beam pickup signal technology, it is worth mentioning that this new set of drivers in the operation of the absolute absence of noise, at any time, the user can be in a quiet environment, to enjoy the quality of this technology to bring the image.
The intelligent picture adjustment of the DVD931 and DVD955 allows users to select their favorite picture regeneration mode according to the type of program currently being played, in order to see the most satisfying picture. The latest picture zoom function features 3 different levels of magnification for selective image enlargement of up to 9 picture areas. They also feature slow playback and still picture modes, both of which reveal perfect, undisturbed images. In addition, the Picture Auto Control reduces noise, enhances sharpness and contrast, supports digital filtering and black level control, and delivers crystal clear images.
The Philips DVD931 is an AV enthusiast-friendly device, and is equipped with a component video output, which, needless to say, delivers more vivid and detailed colors than the traditional RCA and S-type video outputs. This output provides the basis for matching Philips DVDs to future high-quality TVs.
In terms of sound, the DVD931 comes with dts and Dolby Digital surround sound data stream output terminals, which allows AV enthusiasts to enjoy 5.1-channel sound effects according to their own ideas and requirements with the corresponding decoder or amplifier. This way is conducive to the upgrading of equipment and sound effects. In addition, for the love of two-channel sound system (or temporarily do not want to fully replace) for the user, three-dimensional virtual surround sound also brings them quite excellent surround sound, watching movies for a change, the feeling is quite good.
The DVD955 is more focused on general home use, and strives to be comprehensive and easy to operate. In addition to all the features of the DVD931, it also has its own built-in Dolby Digital decoder, which can directly output 5.1-channel signals, so users only need to prepare a 5.1-channel interface amplifier can be, so you can easily enjoy the digital surround sound in the case of spending a lot of money. Karaoke is also a must-have for the average family, and Philips certainly doesn't overlook this with a full-featured karaoke system with two microphone inputs on the DVD955.
As a new generation of DVD players, the Philips DVD931 and DVD955 are compatible with DVD, VCD, and CD software, in addition to playing one-time burned CD-R and rewritable CD-RW discs recorded by the consumers themselves.
As we all know, convenient operation is one of the key elements of high-tech audio and video products, and the intuitive on-screen control menus of the DVD931 and DVD955 make it easy for users to realize the auto-installation and connection operation of the devices; if the playback is interrupted, the replay function of the drive remembers the interrupted position and automatically starts playback from the interrupted position. Most current DVD players have this feature, but the memory is erased if the DVD title leaves the compartment. Uniquely, in the DVD931 and DVD955, this resume function remembers the interrupt position of the last 5 discs played, even if the DVD disc has been removed from the compartment! There are many other convenient features, such as: disc locking information for up to 80 discs, disc break locking for product demonstrations, and more.
It is worth mentioning that the two new 9 series DVD players from Philips are equipped with an operating system upgrade function, which allows the user to modify and upgrade the DVD with a specially created CD-ROM with features such as: clip search, playback speed, audio and picture controls, picture zoom, and playback options for programmed discs. This upgrade also allows you to personalize your DVD drive by enabling special features such as a customizable interface, screen saver, and background graphics.