Marantz DVD-930 DVD-Video Player Now Shipping Leading-Edge DVD-Video Player Features Built-In Dolby Digital Decoder, DTS Compatibility And A Wealth Of Advanced Features
In a move that broadens the companyís position as a premier supplier of specialist home theatre components, Marantz America has begun shipping its DVD-930 DVD-Video player, a state-of-the-art home theatre component that provides the finest possible picture and sound quality from DVD-Video discs. The DVD-930 features 10-bit video processing for unparalleled image quality, along with 96kHz/24-bit audio capability, built-in Dolby Digital decoding and DTS compatibility for total surround sound versatility and state-of-the-art audio performance. As Marantz Director of Marketing Mark Stein pointed out. ""Marantz DVD-930 brings out the best the DVD format can deliver, incorporating the very latest video and audio technologies. The Marantz DVD-390 also includes a number of refinements and ëextrasí that offer the home theatre enthusiast the ultimate movie watching experience, along with total user convenience."" Superb Picture Quality To assure the finest possible picture quality from DVD discs, the Marantz DVD-930 utilizes 10-bit video D/A conversion, which provides extremely high-resolution video quality with an improved video signal-to-noise ratio. In addition, the DVD-930 utilizes latest-generation optics and mechanisms for precise, glitch-free disc playback. The result is the finest DVD image quality attainable, with outstanding detail and clarity and vivid, accurate color reproduction. The Marantz DVD-930 includes component video outputs for ultimate-quality playback through a TV or projector with component inputs, along with S-Video and composite video outputs. Spectacular Surround Sound Audio Along with its spectacular picture quality, the Marantz DVD-930 provides the ultimate in home theatre sound quality from Dolby Digital 5.1 channel-encoded discs, as well as DTS-encoded discs. The Marantz DVD-930 features digital outputs for connection to Dolby Digital or DTS equipped A/V receivers or outboard surround sound decoders. In addition, the DVD-930 includes a built-in Dolby Digital decoder, a feature that allows user to connect the DVD-930ís outputs directly to a Dolby Digital-ready receiver to enjoy the benefits of Dolby Digital surround sound. The DVD-930 is also equipped with analog audio (L, R) outputs for users with Dolby ProLogic A.V receivers or processors. All outputs are gold-plated for optimum signal transfer. Even viewer who donít have a multi-channel home theatre audio system can enjoy the surround sound listening experience thanks to the DVD-930ís built-in sound-enhancement technology. This unique technology processes movie soundtracks and stereo audio using advanced DSP circuitry to create a ""virtual"" surround sound environment using just the TVís built-in loudspeakers or a two-channel stereo system. A Wealth of Viewing Options The Marantz DVD-930 supports all the features and capabilities that make the DVD format the most advance home entertainment component available. The DVD-930ís picture aspect ratio control offers a choice of either standard 4:3 ratio for normal TV viewing, or 16:9 (1.78:1) for widecsreen set that display movies in the same proportions as the original theatrical release. All other DVD software features are supported, such as a choice of multiple camera angels, parental control, multiple languages and multiple subtitles. The Marantz DVD-930 offers this user a full complement of convenience features including slow motion, freeze frame, multi-speed forward and reverse scan, Title, Chapter and Track search functions and a variety of repeat modes. The DVD-930 also features an easy-to-use, icon-based on-screen menu that operates via the included full-functioned infrared remote. In addition to DVD disc playback, the Marantz DVD-930 can also play back audio CDs and Video CDs including the latest high-resolution 96kHz/24-bit audio discs, making it the ideal all-in-one program source for totally integrated home entertainment system. The Marantz DVD-930 is handsomely finished with a black front panel and elegant gold accents to match the look of other Marantz audio and video components. The Marantz DVD-930 carries a suggested retail price of $849.99.