Onkyo 6 Disc HDMI Player DVCP704

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Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 17 x 17 x 3.5 inches ; 18 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 17 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.
• ASIN: B000HD3RGE
• Item model number: DVCP704
• Average Customer Review: 3.9 out of 5 stars See all reviews (23 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #28,564 in Electronics (See Bestsellers in Electronics)

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• Date first available at Amazon.com: October 2, 2001

Product Description

From the Manufacturer
A great way to complement a home theater playback component with multiple disc format capabilities is to give it extended playback capabilities and superior signal processing. Also, anything as good-looking as the DV-CP704 HDMI DVD/CD/MP3 6-disc changer is going to be welcome in any home or as part of any system. It will take charge of DVD-Video and MP3-/WMA-/HD JPEG-enabled discs all for output via HDMI (on top of digital, component, S-Video outputs) to compatible HDTV displays and receivers. Also, with the inclusion of Onkyo’s Vector Linear Shaping Circuitry (VLSC) and Direct Digital Path, the emphasis is on delivering an audio signal without the noise that plagues other poorly built playback components. With easy operation and simple integration, the DV-CP704 is a sophisticated addition to any home theater system.

Key technology Features:
192 kHz/24bit AD Converters: Costly, extremely powerful digital-to-analog converters , that not only boast a dynamic range of 120 dB, they process information faster and are virtually resistant to clock jitter, to ensure the best possible performance from DVD-Audio, DVD-Video and audio CD.

HDMI: HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) This high-bandwidth interface supports not only brilliant digital video, but digital audio as well. Up to 5 Gbps of data—more than twice what’s needed for a high-definition movie with surround sound—can be handled, with room for future requirements. All this data is kept in the digital domain, as there are no D/A or A/D conversions needed, to ensure the highest sound and video quality available.

MP3: This audio format achieves about a 10:1 compression over conventional CD audio. What does this mean? You can store many more songs using the same amount of space. For example, a standard 650MB CD can hold more than 200 songs in MP3 format. Various bitrates allow for higher or lower quality, depending on the desired sound quality of the final recording.

RI (Remote Interactive): With Onkyo’s exclusive RI (Remote Interactive) system capability, you can integrate and operate all compatible components through a single remote control. What’s more, RI capability enables you to simply connect the iPod® to your receiver through Onkyo’s RI Dock for the iPod (DS-A1). Your iPod effectively becomes another Onkyo component from which you can relish a fuller sound that just can’t be experienced through headphones. RI capability will also give you remote operability of your iPod for hands-off control over your digital music.

WMA: This audio compression format from Microsoft® allows you to reduce the size of your audio files for storage on your computer’s hard drive or portable devices. This allows you to store many more songs than with uncompressed CD audio, using the same amount of disc space or memory. For example, a standard 650MB CD can hold more than 200 songs in WMA format. Various bitrates allow for higher or lower quality, depending on the desired sound quality of the final recording.

DTS Digital Out: DVD players with this logo are capable of transmitting a DTS digital signal (in coaxial and/or optical format) to a receiver or processor. The receiver or processor must be able to decode DTS signals to properly reproduce the audio.

Dolby Digital: DVD players with this logo are capable of transmitting a Dolby Digital signal (in coaxial and/or optical format) to a receiver or processor. The receiver or processor must be able to decode Dolby Digital signals to properly reproduce the audio.

JPG: JPG is a standard image format used in today's digital cameras and personal computers. DVD players that carry this logo are able to read CD-R/RWs that contain JPG image information and display slide shows on your television (such as recent vacations, family photos, etc.).

Progressive Scan: By ""painting"" an entire frame at once, scan-lines commonly associated with interlaced video are drastically reduced. The result is a spectacularly clear image with no motion artifacts, and details so sharp they seem as if they’re etched onto the screen.

VLSC: Conventional D/A conversion methods reduce digital pulse noise at the conversion stage but can’t remove it completely. Previously only found on our high-end components, VLSC (Vector Linear Shaping Circuitry) employs a unique D/A conversion circuit to overcome this problem. Data is converted between sampling points and these points are joined with analog vectors in real-time to produce a smooth output wave form. The result — a virtually noiseless, smooth analog signal based on the digital source to bring out even the most subtle of nuances in your music, movie soundtracks and even MP3s.

Product Description
Onkyo 6 Disc HDMI Player DVCP704

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

26 of 27 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Nothing special., January 2, 2007

By	Mark Hammons (Hamilton, Ohio United States) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

I recently purchased an Onkyo TX-SR674 A/V Receiver and added the DVCP704 DVD player to have a matching set. I should have checked dimensions ahead of time because the 704 is quite a bit deeper (at 17") than my other components - probably due to the 6-disk changer - and hangs out of my TV stand about an inch. Not a big deal, but something to consider. Beyond the size issue, I was disappointed to discover the 704 couldn't play a CD-Video disk or SACD audio disks. For the price, the 704 seems to have limited features. Since this purchase I have seen single-disk, HDMI compatible players that support more formats at half the price. Overall, DVDs perform well and look great when connected via the HDMI interface at 1080i. The setup screen and background seem to be at a very low resolution, but you really don't spend much time looking at them.

The 674 A/V receiver and 704 DVD look good together, but the 704 is nowhere near on par with the 674.

Update (2/17/07) Like the other reviewer above, I have also noticed some "stuttering" at chapter changes. Just enough to be noticable, but not quite worth returning.

9 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Onkyo DVCP704 reveiw, March 4, 2007

By	D. Herrera "Valuedriven" - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

Onkyo's HDMI player has fulfilled its billing. I spent a lot of time reviewing the various HD DVD players on the market and narrowed it down to 3 products: Onkyo's DVCP704, Sony's Blu-ray and Pioneer's HD DVD player. Realizing that the bottowm line was a DVD to output at least 1080i to my 60" Sony 1080p rear-projection LCD TV and it had to have HDMI output jacks - it was a "no-brainer". I didn't want to get involved in the HD vs Blu-ray fiasco, and I certainly didn't want to spend over $250 on this piece of equipment that might change in 2-3 years. I did want to be able to enjoy my CDs on it, so the combo unit offered by Onkyo fit the bill. In addition, I had recently purchased the Onkyo TX-S04 receiver, so having the components from the same company was a bonus.
I tested the HD output at all resolution options by watching 2 movies that I consider have a lot of detail: Gladiator and Star Wars III. I was blown away by the clarity and sharpness of these movies...at one point I could have frozen the picture to count OB's fine hairs on his face (not to mention his acne problem on camera) that's how clear and sharp the picture was..and these movies were not in HD! Also, the music CD player mode did not disappoint. Remote control use was straightforward and operational buttons felt solid.
In summary, I was pleased with my purchase and at the price I paid ($170), it was a REAL BARGAIN!

8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Great Player, Great Features, June 4, 2007

By	W. Merritt (York Springs, PA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

I bought the Onkyo 6 Disc changer to replace an older model Onkyo 6 disc changer that I had been using for almost 9 years.
First off let me tell you that the ability to change out discs while another is playing is entirely underated. I love this capability and to be honest it is the reason I was willing to spend a little more for this versus a Sony or Samsung. Also, the difference between five and six discs may seem nominal, but is really nice if you happen to watch complete seasons of TV shows, (something I do when I am home). It is also nice just to be able to keep several discs available for viewing.
The upconverting features of this player are really nice. Not that I would know wether it is better on this player versus any of the others, lets face it I am replacing a player that is almost ten years old!! The audio capabilities of this player are fairly standard, although I know some people have complained about it not sounding as good as others - I haven't noticed any problems.
One thing I can't really comment on just yet is the HDMI capability. I am still trying to find the perfect 42-46 inch LCD for my home theatre. I will update this as soon as I get the opportunity to test it out a little bit.
The only reason that I gave the player four stars is that it is a little pricey compared to similar players, if I could give it 4 and a half I would. But remember that you get the ability to swap during play and that extra disc slot. And, lets be honest, you could be spending $400-500+ for a Denon, Yamaha or any of the higher end players, and still only have five slots.