Customer Reviews

Sony DVP-NS575P/B Progressive Scan DVD Player, Black

5 star:		(11)
4 star:		(7)
3 star:		(9)
2 star:		(9)
1 star:		(15)

 

 

I've had this player for about a week now and am reasonably happy with it. I bought this player to replace my 3 year old Sony DVD player that couldn't read my burned DVD-R or DVD+R media.

Not a problem with this unit -- I've thrown DVD+R, DVD-R, and DVD+RW disks at it and it's had no issues whatsoever, nor has it had any problems reading the several Netflix rental DVDs I've thrown at it. So far, so good.

The picture on my 4:3 tube TV is excellent, as you'd expect, although it seems slightly darker than what I'm accustomed to, even after fiddling with the various cinema modes.

Startup time to read DVDs is definitely longer than with my 3 year old player although if it buys you the ability to read almost any disk format, it's not a big deal if you have to wait 10-15 seconds to get started.

The multi-disk memory is an excellent feature, allowing you to remove a disk and play others and when you put the disk back in, the player will take you right back to where you left off.

The only disappointment so far is that when presented with a moving, intricate picture with fine lines, the lines tend to 'wiggle' as the picture moves. (This is noticeable in the rails and fine lines of the buildings in the opening of Mystic River as the camera pans across them). My 3 year old Sony did NOT have this issue but my understanding is that this is a very common issue with DVD players.

Given that this is an (...)$80-$90 player that will do progressive video (which I'm not using yet) and seems to be happy with whatever media you throw at it, I'd suggest giving it a shot.

October 04 update -- the "wiggling lines" problem I noted in Mystic River turned out to be very unusual -- I think I've only noticed it in one other movie out of the 50 or so I've watched since writing this review. It's not a big issue.

Let me start off by saying that I didn't buy this DVD player to play burnt DVDs or SVCD, I just wanted a good DVD player to play my regular DVDs when my old Sony died. The picture quality is very impressive and I DO NOT have mine hooked up progressive scan just S-video so I am sure that progressive scan would make it that much more impressive.

Pros

-Great Picture

-Great Sound

-No problems with any movies so far and plays Friends DVDs flawlessly (I had read some complaints about TV season DVDs but it hasn't happened to me.)

-Great, Easy to use remote

Cons

-No optical out (just digital coax)

Bottom Line is that if you want to play everything under the sun with progressive scan get a Phillips DVP642. If just want something to play your store bought DVDs with great picture and sound quality this model is for you.

I made the mistake of purchasing this unit without knowing that it contained a major design flaw. I own a 16:9 widescreen HDTV. Most people have 3 types of DVD's: Anamorphic Widescreen (Inhanced for 16;9 TV's, Widescreen DVD's (not set up for widescreen TV's), and 4:3 pan and scan (full screen) format. When playing the 3 different types on one DVD player you need to switch from Progressive to normal for proper playback. My last progressive scan (Philips) DVD player allowed me to do this via the onscreen menu using my remote. But this unit only has a progressive/normal switch at the back of the unit next to the cable connections. In short, when I need to switch from one to the other to accomodate the type of DVD I am using I have to pull the Sony NS575P out of my entertainment center to switch the button. I mean, it is not even on the front of the unit. Nobody buys a DVD player to have to flick buttons on the back of the machine. Nobody that is, but me. I made a big mistake in buying this thing but think twice before you do.

The Sony DVP-S575P is my smallest and lightest midi-sized, multi-voltage (works from 110-240 V) DVD player to date. The output on this player can be considered somewhat comprehensive: 1 set of RGB out (Progressive/Normal output), 1 set of AV (Video/Left/Right) out, an S-Video out, an Optical Digital Out plus a Coaxial Digital Out. The only thing missing is a DVI output for easier connection to LCD displays.

Disc type compatibility of this DVD player is somewhat better than my older Sony DVP-NC615, which occassionally refuses to play DVD-R discs.

As with most Malaysian Sony DVD players, the DVP-NS575P plays not just Region 3 discs but also American and European imports as well. Have yet to test the player for Regions 4,5 or 6 as I don't own any titles from those countries.

The remote control however was a disappointment: Sony has appearently decided no one reads English characters anymore and have replaced almost all the words printed alongside the buttons with symbols. Also, some of the more basic controls like Disc Repeat can only be activated if you have the player connected to a TV, as there are no direct buttons on the remote to activate them.

While My Sony 5-DVD Changer DVP-NC615 has lasted over two years as my day-to-day CD changer (and still kicking), I'm keeping my fingers crossed for this new model in view of the negative reviews posted here.

Paid USD 96 for it at Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.

(Note: Some features mentioned in this review may only apply to DVP-NS575Ps sold in Malaysia)

This product had great picture, almost no skips- but broke for no reason whatsoever after only six months of use. Definitely would not recommend and will not be getting another, despite the good qualities. Not dependable enough.

I had the exact same problem as Dan Romig (see below), and at about the same time. Bought it in July, everything fine till New Years, now it "Cannot Play Disc," no matter which disc I put in. On to another brand!

This replaced an aged Sony DVD player which lacked DVD-R or MP-3 playback. Got this at an attractive price and even got free shipping. Performs quite well although navigating the on screen is a tad less intuitive than on the older model. It also takes a bit loinger to detect the disc type, perhaps essential to good playback. No 5.1 analog connections as I had before, just optical so until I can get the correct optical cable (didn't need this before) I cannot take advantage of the built-in DTS capabilities.

Nevertheless, I can recommend this wholeheartedly! If you burn any of your own discs, this will keep you happy!

I used to own this model of Sony DVD player. It played DVD's and CD's well for about two to three years and gave out. I replaced it with another Sony DVD player which lasted a little under two years.

I like Sony products, but I was disappointed to see it last such a short amount of time. I also have a Panasonic DVD player which has outlasted both Sony DVD players. Just make sure you fill out the warranty in case anything goes wrong. It worked really well when it worked. So Good Luck!

I bought this DVD player 5 months ago. Originally I was very pleased with the product. I liked the slim, sleek design and the quality of DVD Playback was great. However, just recently and without warning, I am unable to play DVDs. I can play CDs without a problem, but when I put a DVD (I tried every DVD I own) into the player, it attempts to spin the DVD, and then an error message stating "Cannot Play Disc" scrolls across the Display of the DVD Player. For years I thought that SONY had quality products. It seems that something has changed. I will never buy another SONY. By the way, it would cost roughly half the original purchase price to ship it back to SONY for a replacement. What a waste.

I have this model 1 week ago and all I can say about this player is Awesome!!. I used to have a Panasonic RV32, I can't complain, it was an excellent dvd player, but technologies are always getting better things, so, now I can watch my pictures on tv besides the mp3 music. I compare the new Panasonic S35 with the Sony one, and Sony sounds very very clear, even if you don't have an amplifier or DTS or Dolby system, only using your own TV you can create a sorround enviroment. Good purchase.