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- DivX 3.1, Mpeg 4 video
- Ultra Slim Design
- Progressive Scan
- Component and composite video outputs, digital coax and analog stereo audio outputs
- Windows Media
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192KHz sampling enables you to have an accurate representation of the original sound curves. Together with a 24-bit resolution, more information is captured from the original analogue sound wave form, giving a much richer audio reproduction.
Multi-format playability allows you to play most disc formats for maximum disc compatibility and listening pleasure.
12-bit Video DAC is a superior Digital-to-Analogue-Converter that preserves every detail of the authentic picture quality. It shows subtle shades and smoother graduation of colors, resulting in a more vibrant and natural picture. The limitation of the usual 10bit DAC become in particular apparent while using large screens and projectors.
The attractive enclosure has a very low profile.
DivX Ultra combines DivX playback with great features like integrated subtitles, multiple audio languages, multiple tracks and menus into one convenient file format.
Multi-format playability allows you to play most disc formats for maximum disc compatibility and viewing pleasure.
Picture CD is a CD-R or CD-RW disc on which you can store your MP3 and digital pictures. When inserting a Picture CD in the DVD player, a screen menu will pop up, showing your JPEG's and/or MP3 files on the disc. Just select the music and pictures files you wish to enjoy and press play or OK. You can watch your pictures on TV with your music playing simultaneously.
Progressive Scan doubles the vertical resolution of the image resulting in a noticeably sharper picture. Instead of sending a field comprising the odd lines to the screen first, followed by the field with the even lines, both fields are written at one time. A full image is created instantaneously, using the maximum resolution. At such a speed, your eye perceives a sharper picture with no line structure.
Other standard features include:
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Product Description
DVD, DivX 3.1 (Mpeg 4 Video), Ultra Slim design, Progressive Scan, Plays CD, MP3, DVD, DVD+/-R/RW, CD-RW, JEPG Pictures,Windows Media
Customer Reviews
Most Helpful Customer Reviews
1,205 of 1,217 people found the following review helpful
This a GREAT and nice-looking DVD player. Lovely picture, terrific audio and many cool features.
Please be aware that Philips only makes one model of the DVP5140. It will play any NTSC/PAL DVD onto any PAL or NTSC TV. I know this beacuse I called them and asked before buying mine.
So - if you want to play DVDs from any region in any format on any TV, DO NOT BUY the "Multi Region Code Free DVD player" which costs $89.99. Simply search for "DVP5140" and get the standard player which costs $57.95 on Amazon and is identical to the so-called multi-region DVP5140.
To make it region code free follow these instruction:
1. Turn on the unit
2. Open the loading tray
3. Press the "Setup" button on the remote
4. Navigate to the "Preferences" page using the right arrow key
6. Press the down arrow once to enter the Preference page
5. Enter 138931 on the remote
6. You will now see the current region code displayed
7. Use the Up/Down arrow keys to select the region required or "0" for all regions
8. Press the "Play" button on the remote
Please be aware that Philips only makes one model of the DVP5140. It will play any NTSC/PAL DVD onto any PAL or NTSC TV. I know this beacuse I called them and asked before buying mine.
So - if you want to play DVDs from any region in any format on any TV, DO NOT BUY the "Multi Region Code Free DVD player" which costs $89.99. Simply search for "DVP5140" and get the standard player which costs $57.95 on Amazon and is identical to the so-called multi-region DVP5140.
To make it region code free follow these instruction:
1. Turn on the unit
2. Open the loading tray
3. Press the "Setup" button on the remote
4. Navigate to the "Preferences" page using the right arrow key
6. Press the down arrow once to enter the Preference page
5. Enter 138931 on the remote
6. You will now see the current region code displayed
7. Use the Up/Down arrow keys to select the region required or "0" for all regions
8. Press the "Play" button on the remote
81 of 84 people found the following review helpful
This a GREAT and nice-looking DVD player. Lovely picture, terrific audio and many cool features.
Please be aware that Philips only makes one model of the DVP5140. It will play any NTSC/PAL DVD onto any PAL or NTSC TV. I know this beacuse I called them and asked before buying mine.
So - if you want to play DVDs from any region in any format on any TV, DO NOT BUY the "Multi Region Code Free DVD player" which costs $89.99. Simply search for "DVP5140" and get the standard player which costs $57.95 on Amazon and is identical to the so-called multi-region DVP5140.
To make it region code free follow these instruction:
1. Turn on the unit
2. Open the loading tray
3. Press the "Setup" button on the remote
4. Navigate to the "Preferences" page using the right arrow key
6. Press the down arrow once to enter the Preference page
5. Enter 138931 on the remote
6. You will now see the current region code displayed
7. Use the Up/Down arrow keys to select the region required or "0" for all regions
8. Press the "Play" button on the remote
Please be aware that Philips only makes one model of the DVP5140. It will play any NTSC/PAL DVD onto any PAL or NTSC TV. I know this beacuse I called them and asked before buying mine.
So - if you want to play DVDs from any region in any format on any TV, DO NOT BUY the "Multi Region Code Free DVD player" which costs $89.99. Simply search for "DVP5140" and get the standard player which costs $57.95 on Amazon and is identical to the so-called multi-region DVP5140.
To make it region code free follow these instruction:
1. Turn on the unit
2. Open the loading tray
3. Press the "Setup" button on the remote
4. Navigate to the "Preferences" page using the right arrow key
6. Press the down arrow once to enter the Preference page
5. Enter 138931 on the remote
6. You will now see the current region code displayed
7. Use the Up/Down arrow keys to select the region required or "0" for all regions
8. Press the "Play" button on the remote
51 of 55 people found the following review helpful
I raved about this player too when I first purchased it. It literally played EVERYTHING. It was cheap, and I used it quite a bit, so when it stopped reading any discs after about a year I wasn't all that upset. With all the features, and for the price, if I had to buy a new one every year, then so be it...a small price to pay for the ability to watch all my multi region DVDs and avi files on my TV.
I originally bought it at Wal Mart, who I discovered no longer carried it (now I understand why), so I looked online and found out it was available at Target. I rushed out, bought the replacement, got home, set it up, punched in the code, and was back in business...for two whole days, after which it once again would fail to read any disc.
A fluke I thought...a defective machine is sure to get by occasionally. No problem, I pack it up and take it back to Target who graciously exchange it for another one. I get the replacement's replacement home, get it all set up, pop in a movie, and I am once again back in business...for two whole weeks, after which it once again would fail to read anything.
At this point I am starting to get upset. I look in the manual and get the number for technical support. I call, tell them about my problems, and let them know the complete history of what has happened up to this point. "Have you tried unplugging it, and plugging it back in again?" they ask, knowing the answer before the question even leaves their lips.
I explain to them that yes, I tried this...on BOTH machines...and that it failed to resolve the problem. "Well why don't you try it again?" they ask, convinced that somehow through sheer force of will, their presense on the phone would somehow change the outcome.
I begrudgingly do so, knowing it will do no good, knowing that I am just wasting my time, knowing that every condecending remark from their so called technician is bringing me closer and closer to baldness as I rip out my hair in frustration.
Loading...loading...loading..................NO DISC.
"Well, there must be some internal problem with the machine. I can give you the address for our warranty department where you can send it for a free product exchange."
I once again explain to them that I only bought the machine two weeks ago, and ask them why I would PAY to send it back to them, when I could just as easily return it to the store and exchange it for a different brand. I explain that if THEY would pay the shipping costs, I would be happy to send it to them for repair or replacement, provided they can figure out what the problem is and get it fixed. After all, I had been a loyal customer to them; I have now had THREE of these machines come down with similar problems within a relatively short span of time, and that while I might enjoy the options and features of this model, these features do me little good if I can't get the machine to read a disc.
"I understand that sir, but if you don't want........"
"I like this model; I would like to keep it, but I would also like it to work."
"I'm sorry sir, but I don't believe there is anything else I can do to help you.....click"
And Philips loses a customer for life. And so, while I agree the features of this model are great, the quality of it is complete crap. You might as well pay the extra money for a better quality product. In the long run you'll be much better off.
I originally bought it at Wal Mart, who I discovered no longer carried it (now I understand why), so I looked online and found out it was available at Target. I rushed out, bought the replacement, got home, set it up, punched in the code, and was back in business...for two whole days, after which it once again would fail to read any disc.
A fluke I thought...a defective machine is sure to get by occasionally. No problem, I pack it up and take it back to Target who graciously exchange it for another one. I get the replacement's replacement home, get it all set up, pop in a movie, and I am once again back in business...for two whole weeks, after which it once again would fail to read anything.
At this point I am starting to get upset. I look in the manual and get the number for technical support. I call, tell them about my problems, and let them know the complete history of what has happened up to this point. "Have you tried unplugging it, and plugging it back in again?" they ask, knowing the answer before the question even leaves their lips.
I explain to them that yes, I tried this...on BOTH machines...and that it failed to resolve the problem. "Well why don't you try it again?" they ask, convinced that somehow through sheer force of will, their presense on the phone would somehow change the outcome.
I begrudgingly do so, knowing it will do no good, knowing that I am just wasting my time, knowing that every condecending remark from their so called technician is bringing me closer and closer to baldness as I rip out my hair in frustration.
Loading...loading...loading..................NO DISC.
"Well, there must be some internal problem with the machine. I can give you the address for our warranty department where you can send it for a free product exchange."
I once again explain to them that I only bought the machine two weeks ago, and ask them why I would PAY to send it back to them, when I could just as easily return it to the store and exchange it for a different brand. I explain that if THEY would pay the shipping costs, I would be happy to send it to them for repair or replacement, provided they can figure out what the problem is and get it fixed. After all, I had been a loyal customer to them; I have now had THREE of these machines come down with similar problems within a relatively short span of time, and that while I might enjoy the options and features of this model, these features do me little good if I can't get the machine to read a disc.
"I understand that sir, but if you don't want........"
"I like this model; I would like to keep it, but I would also like it to work."
"I'm sorry sir, but I don't believe there is anything else I can do to help you.....click"
And Philips loses a customer for life. And so, while I agree the features of this model are great, the quality of it is complete crap. You might as well pay the extra money for a better quality product. In the long run you'll be much better off.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
Bad remote sensor kills an otherwise fine DVD player
I bought this back in 2008 after seeing how many great reviews this unit had. I did notice a few people complaining about the remote at the time, but the otherwise stellar reviews... Read more
Published 4 months ago by Ctrl Z
Platys everything, has lasted for years
I'm writing this after owning one for years. It has never failed. I am trying to find another one for friends. We got it because we have some PAL videos from overseas. No problem. Read more
Published 4 months ago by Snavvy
wonderful DVD player ever used
This is a wonderful DVD player so far I've used. It plays almost all DVD's and using this for about 4 years and not a single problem so far. Read more
Published 17 months ago by kand
I hate this thing
I bought this because I wanted a player that would play DVDs from whatever region I purchased them (I wanted to buy DVDs in French). Read more
Published 19 months ago by Hannah Jordan
I dropped my remote in a cup of coffee while having sex.
I have never had any problems with this DVD player. I have loved it, and gotten a great deal of use out of it over the years. Read more
Published 20 months ago by Ben Musher
Multi-Region, but disc drawer is insane
I bought this for it's multi-region capability, and it does that very well. The disc drawer is crazy though. Read more
Published 21 months ago by Bobby B
Small, cheap and easy to use.
This was an early purchase when relocating from the UK to the US 14 months ago and has been a lifesaver. Read more
Published 23 months ago by David Bowers
Nondurable
This unit does look slick and affordable but mine worked for only 15 months; please notice that it died after the warranty expired. While it worked it was ok. Read more
Published 23 months ago by snjeguljica
Works great but only for about one year
Like many other people have said, it works great but for a short time only. I raved about this at first but then it just stopped reading any discs. Read more
Published 23 months ago by Claire Cook
Bad Design
To me, one important feature in a DVD player is the ability to remember the last location I played and go straight to this location the next time I resume the DVD. Read more
Published on April 19, 2010 by Naumank
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