Product Features:

• Progressive-scan DVD player also compatible with DVD-R/RW, CD-R/RW, JPEG images, and MP3 audio
• High-quality audio performance of DVD-Audio and Super Audio CD (SACD)
• Connections include component, composite, S-Video, and optical
• SRS TruSurround creates a realistic surround sound from two speakers; compatible with Dolby Digital and DTS
• Measures 16.5 x 2.2 x 11.1 inches (W x H x D)

Product Description:

The Pioneer DV-563A is a high-performance movie and music machine. In addition to DVD movies, the slim DV-563A plays multichannel, high-resolution DVD-Audio and SACD discs, plus all of your recordings on DVD-R/RW, CD-R/RW, and MP3. It has a PhotoViewer feature for viewing JPEG still photos. For great video playback, the DV-563A features a 10-bit/54MHz Video D-A converter and Pioneer's PureCinema 2:3 Progressive Scan, and includes a component-video output. This player also supports the Super VCD standard, which offers superior picture quality to the Video CD standard and allows two stereo soundtracks to be recorded as well as support for widescreen. Experience the super high-quality audio performance of DVD-Audio and Super Audio CD (SACD). The onboard 24-bit/192kHz DAC means that this player is fully compatible with high-sampling-rate discs, capable of delivering exceptional sound quality in terms of dynamic range, low-level resolution, and high-frequency detail. The DV-563A features multichannel analog outputs for connection to an AV amplifier to give you stunning surround sound from Dolby Digital, DTS, and multichannel DVD-Audio discs. SRS TruSurround creates a realistic surround-sound effect from any Dolby Digital or Pro Logic encoded source using just two speakers. Other features include: While a DVD or Video CD/Super VCD is playing, you can zoom in on any part of the picture at up to 4x magnification. Compatibility with CD-R, CD-RW, and CD-ROM discs that contain MP3 audio tracks. Auto power-off function automatically switches player into standby if not used for over 30 minutes. Built-in bass management for adjusting speaker size, delay time, and channel balance when using 5.1-channel output. Tech Talk SACD: Super Audio CD (SACD) is a high-resolution digital audio format that promises vast sonic improvements over the current audio CD format. Super Audio CD discs can be played back on dedicated Super Audio CD players or combination SACD/DVD-Video players. Certain SACD discs feature a conventional audio CD layer (hybrid SACDs) which can be played back by any CD player or computer with a CD-ROM drive. Progressive scan: Also called sequential scanning, a progressive-scan system displays the entire image--providing all the horizontal lines per frame, rather than every other line--once every 60th of a second. This method reduces flicker and increases stability. Progressive-scan viewing requires a compatible digital TV. Component video: Unlike a single video input, component video maintains the video signal as three separate signals through these three jacks. This connection provides optimum quality. To ensure maximum picture quality, use three video-grade cables for the Y, Pb, and Pr connections. What's in the Box Pioneer DV-563A DVD/SACD player, remote control (VXX2865), 2 AA batteries, 6.5-foot power cord, RCA cable, and operating instructions.

Description from Manufacturer:The Pioneer DV-563A is a high-performance movie and music machine. In addition to DVD movies, the slim DV-563A plays multichannel, high-resolution DVD-Audio and SACD discs, plus all of your recordings on DVD-R/RW, CD-R/RW, and MP3. It has a PhotoViewer feature for viewing JPEG still photos.

For great video playback, the DV-563A features a 10-bit/54MHz Video D-A converter and Pioneer's PureCinema 2:3 Progressive Scan, and includes a component-video output.

This player also supports the Super VCD standard, which offers superior picture quality to the Video CD standard and allows two stereo soundtracks to be recorded as well as support for widescreen.

Experience the super high-quality audio performance of DVD-Audio and Super Audio CD (SACD). The onboard 24-bit/192kHz DAC means that this player is fully compatible with high-sampling-rate discs, capable of delivering exceptional sound quality in terms of dynamic range, low-level resolution, and high-frequency detail.

The DV-563A features multichannel analog outputs for connection to an AV amplifier to give you stunning surround sound from Dolby Digital, DTS, and multichannel DVD-Audio discs. SRS TruSurround creates a realistic surround-sound effect from any Dolby Digital or Pro Logic encoded source using just two speakers.

Other features include:

• While a DVD or Video CD/Super VCD is playing, you can zoom in on any part of the picture at up to 4x magnification.
• Compatibility with CD-R, CD-RW, and CD-ROM discs that contain MP3 audio tracks.
• Auto power-off function automatically switches player into standby if not used for over 30 minutes.
• Built-in bass management for adjusting speaker size, delay time, and channel balance when using 5.1-channel output.

Tech Talk

• SACD: Super Audio CD (SACD) is a high-resolution digital audio format that promises vast sonic improvements over the current audio CD format. Super Audio CD discs can be played back on dedicated Super Audio CD players or combination SACD/DVD-Video players. Certain SACD discs feature a conventional audio CD layer (hybrid SACDs) which can be played back by any CD player or computer with a CD-ROM drive.
• Progressive scan: Also called sequential scanning, a progressive-scan system displays the entire image--providing all the horizontal lines per frame, rather than every other line--once every 60th of a second. This method reduces flicker and increases stability. Progressive-scan viewing requires a compatible digital TV.
• Component video: Unlike a single video input, component video maintains the video signal as three separate signals through these three jacks. This connection provides optimum quality. To ensure maximum picture quality, use three video-grade cables for the Y, Pb, and Pr connections.

What's in the Box
Pioneer DV-563A DVD/SACD player, remote control (VXX2865), 2 AA batteries, 6.5-foot power cord, RCA cable, and operating instructions.Average Customer Rating:

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Comment: Also plays DVD +R Rating:
Fantastic Video, excellent audio, heavy feature set, and looks great...but that's not why I bought it.

In the past, if you wanted max format compatibility, you had to sacrifice video quality. Sure, you can stick a slice of pizza in a Sony DVP-NS725P and it will play a Little Caesars commercial, but the video quality is horrendous. I searched high and low looking for a player that can read a wide range of formats, including DVD +R, without having to sacrifice quality...and just when I was about to give up, someone turned on a Grail shaped beacon.

Enter the Pioneer DV-563A. I dropped in every +R that I have and it played them flawlessly. No skipping, no laser chirping. It even played disks on lower quality media that were burned right to the edge. Absolutely awesome.

By the way, the specs do not advertise +R and I am using a recorder that supports bit setting so your mileage may vary.

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Comment: Great Player Rating:
This is a great multi format player. So far I've been playing a lot of DVD-R's with excellent results. I was having a lot of problems with my previous JVC player.

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Comment: Where is everybody? Rating:
I wonder why there isn't more interest in this player that has the unique ability to play both of the new formats. I bought mine for my mid level surround system and couldn't be more pleased.
I don't know it may compare with the $$$ players, but I find
the aural experience of SACD and DVD-A very nice for this price.

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