Pioneer DV-606D DVD Player

by Pioneer

Product Details

• Shipping Weight: 12 pounds
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.
• ASIN: B00000JXV6
• Item model number: DV-606D
• Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #422,721 in Electronics (See Top 100 in Electronics)
• Discontinued by manufacturer: Yes

Product Description

Amazon.com Product Description

Looking for more technical specifics? This Pioneer DVD contains an exclusive viter-bi RF decoding process for improved error-correcting capability for the playback of cinema-quality DVDs. In addition, Pioneer has included newly developed accurate digital servo technology for precise data reading. An automatic gain level adjustment minimizes picture jitter, and 10-bit video processing re-quantizes the 8-bit video data to 10-bit video data prior to the D/A conversion process. The 10-bit video D/A converter converts 10-bit video data into an equivalent analog signal with minimum conversion error. This unit also contains 24-bit resolution audio D/A converter with 96 kHz sampling frequency. Hi-bit conversion re-quantizes the original 16-bit and 20-bit audio data for equivalent 24-bit resolution on DVD and CD. There are also built-in crossovers for 6-channel input (front, center, and rear).

Product Description

Built in dolby digital decoder w/6 channel output, component video output, virtual dolby surround capable, plays back DVD, audio CD and video CD. GUI, memory for languages, subtitles and up to 30 DVD titles, last memory for DVD recalss last scene played and setup conditions for up to 5 DVD titles, heads up full function remote control

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

105 of 109 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Things you should know, December 1, 1999

By A Customer

This review is from: Pioneer DV-606D DVD Player (Electronics)

Being a newbie, I admit that I am not an expert in home theatre systems. But using this DVD player with the rest of my system, my neighbors threaten to file a noise complaint to the police unless I let them watch movies in my living room for free. Here are some things you should know when setting this DVD player up with your amp, TV, speakers, etc.

** Video Output **

This model also has three video outputs: Video output jack, S-video jack, and component video out jack. Of course you need three different types of wires for each one. Only the cord for the video output jack comes with the DVD. I recommend you buy Monster Cables for the component video out jack (relatively expensive, but worth it). You can definitely see the improvement in the picture quality. If you do go this route, then you must have a TV with component video in. Also, you must change the DVD player's settings (see pg. 42 in the instructions). If you don't, all you will get is black and white, and I seriously thought something was wrong with either my TV or the DVD. Took me a couple days to figure out that you need to explicitly change the settings.

** DTS & Dolby Digital 5.1 **

This model has a DTS and Dolby Digital 5.1 decoder built in, so you don't need an amp/receiver with a DTS and Dolby Digital 5.1 decoder (but you do need some sort of receiver with 2 front, 2 rear, center, and sub-woofer outputs to take advantage of DTS and Dolby Digital 5.1).

If you do already have a capable amp/receiver, read below for more details.

My ears couldn't tell the difference between DTS and Dolby Digital 5.1. However, you can definitely tell the difference between simple Dolby Pro-Logic and DTS/Dolby Digital 5.1. So it's definitely worth upgrading your system to handle DTS/Dolby Digital 5.1.

** Audio Output **

Read this if you have an amp/receiver with a DTS and Dolby Digital 5.1 decoder, and you want to connect this DVD player with it:

You have two digital outputs: coaxial and optical, both use a different type of cord. Someone recommended that the coaxial was better than the optical, but I really don't think it matters too much. At least, I couldn't tell the difference between the two types. Of course the only cord that comes with this is the standard audio cord. If you want to take advantage of the digital outputs then you will have to spend more $$ to buy the appropriate cord.

** CD player **

This player also plays compact discs. I mistakenly bought a Sony CD player, so I could play CD's. This model is also capable of playing DTS encoded CD's! There are not that many DTS encoded CD's, but just like DVD's, the sound quality is tremendous. Listening to the Eagles "Hell Freezes Over", you can really place the instruments and you almost feel like you are listening to them live.

In summary: If you don't want to spend big $$, and you are a newbie, then this DVD player is worth buying because it has all the necessary video/audio outputs. The picture quality is good. The only bad thing is the relative slow access time, so loading up the movie and skipping to different chapters is slower than I would like.

41 of 42 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Very Happy, December 17, 1999

By A Customer

This review is from: Pioneer DV-606D DVD Player (Electronics)

Having finally decided to take the DVD plunge, I must say that I'm very surprised and happy with this player.

I had researced DVD, and being a Sony Person I assumed I would get a Sony, but with all the sound troubles (and more) that they've had, I decided to get the Pioneer. I have a Pioneer laser and it's great, and this Pioneer DVD player is just as great - if not better. This player has performed beautifully - no sound trouble, no picture trouble, easy to follow instructions - I could go on and on.

For people who are new to the DVD scene like me, but also have knowledge of most things pertaining to audio/visual - this player is perfect. I doubt you could get the name, quality, and ease of this player from some other company without spending more. That's not necessary! This player is priced great and is worth it!

Best of all, this was a higher grade model marked down to the medium grade - when Amazon has it back in stock - get it! It's great, and has the Dolby Digital Decoder built it. If you're not sure (like I was) what all the techno talk is about, suffice it to say that you need the decoder.

All the features you could want in a DVD are here, and more. Unless you have a home theater system that is so high tech that it's almost an actual theater - you don't need all the bells and whistles. This player has the bells and whistles you need for now and if you ever want to upgrade your system.

Don't get me wrong, this is not an entry level DVD player, but it's great for anyone who is new or is upgrading their entry level DVD they mistakenly bought a few years ago. Because it has everything you could want.

Take my advice for this player - you won't be disappointed!

24 of 24 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent Product, December 22, 1999

By A Customer

This review is from: Pioneer DV-606D DVD Player (Electronics)

I purchased this unit last year when it first came out. It has so many innovative features that until this year were only found on units costing hundreds more. Unit has Built-In Dolby Digital decoder (You must have a 5.1 Receiver to take atvantage of this feature)as well as regular Audio Jacks for Standard Dolby Pro Logic receivers. Some people mistakingly think that unit has a DTS decoder but it does not. It is DTS compatable which means that if you have a DVD with DTS sound it will play it in a standard way (This is no big deal for now believe me. It has a full compliment of inputs and outputs including Component Video (Color Stream) as well as S Video and Composite (Regular). It has an excellent full featured DVD only remote (Oh Well).