Marantz Introduces Its First DVD Changer With Progressive Scan Video Output

New VC5200 Five-Disc Changer, Two High-Performance Single-Play Models Added to Marantz Home Theatre Lineup

6-Jul-01

Marantz America announced the introduction of its VC5200 5-disc DVD-Video changer, the company's first DVD changer with progressive scan video output. The VC5200 is Marantz's most advanced DVD changer ever, with high-end features such as true 3:2 pull-down for best reproduction of film-based DVD content, built-in MP3 CD decoding, 24-bit audio capability, and much more. In addition, Marantz now offers its DV6200 and DV4200 DVD-Video players, two new high performance models engineered to deliver exceptional picture and sound quality including MP3 disc playback. The VC5200: Ultimate Progressive Scan Video Quality And Multi-Changer Convenience The Marantz VC5200 delivers the ultimate in video quality, thanks to its progressive scan component video output, true 3:2 pull-down detection, and advanced digital video processing circuitry. When connected to a 480p progressive scan-compatible TV or display device, scan lines are virtually eliminated for remarkably realistic image quality, with spectacular resolution, clarity and color accuracy. In addition, the VC5200's 3:2 pull-down detection provides the best possible reproduction of film-based DVD-Video discs, by correctly detecting and decoding the 24 frames-per-second of film content that are transferred to the 30 frames-per-second required for video playback. The result, when viewed on a progressive scan video display is smoother, more natural moving images.This state-of-the-art display capability is further enhanced by high performance digital video technologies such as 10-bit video D/A conversion with 27 MHz filtering, along with premium optics and a precision changer mechanism. Complementing its unmatched video quality, the Marantz VC5200 is engineered for high-end audio performance, featuring 96 kHz/24-bit audio D/A converters with true 96/24 digital audio output for exceptional resolution and dynamic range. The VC5200 offers DolbyÆ Digital and DTSÆ surround sound compatibility, along with built-in MP3 decoding to deliver up to ten hours of continuous music playback from a single MP3-encoded CD disc.The VC5200 is also playback-compatible with CD-R, CD-RW, and Video CD discs. The VC5200 includes component video, S-Video, and composite video outputs, along with optical and coaxial digital, and analog audio outputs.Like all Marantz DVD players, the VC5200 includes a wealth of convenience functions and viewing options. Among its many features are a six-step zoom control with maximum 16x magnification, extensive navigation and picture search modes, five-disc CD random play operation, 3D Surround Sound that delivers a surround sound effect from just two stereo speakers, and much more. All functions can be easily controlled via its multi-language on-screen menu, remote control, and intuitive front-panel control layout.The Marantz VC5200 5-Disc DVD-Video Changer is available at a suggested retail price of $649.99.The Marantz DV6200 and DV4200: Exceptional DVD Performance With CD MP3 PlaybackThe new Marantz DV6200 and DV4200 single-play DVD players incorporate a host of advanced digital video technologies for exceptional picture and sound quality, making them ideal for use in high performance home entertainment systems and custom installations. In addition to superlative video reproduction, the DV6200 is optimized for audiophile sonic performance, with hand-selected customized components and premium audio circuitry. Both models offer an extensive complement of high-end features such as MP3 CD playback of CD-R and CD-RW discs, Dolby Digital and DTS compatibility, 10-bit/27 MHz video and 24-bit/96 kHz audio decoding, along with a full array of viewing options and interactive capabilities.The Marantz DV6200 carries a suggested retail price of $649.99 and will be available August 2001, while the DV4200 is available as of July 2001 at $399.99 suggested retail.For more information about Marantz America, visit www.marantz.com.

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