Toshiba SD-5109 Twin-Tray 2-Disc DVD Player
Toshiba SD-5109 Twin-Tray 2-Disc DVD Player
Product Description
Amazon.com Review
Talk about state-of-the-art--Toshiba's SD-5109 DVD player is phenomenal. For starters, this is one of the first (and the most reasonably priced) models to deliver the progressive component-video signal that's present on all DVD discs. With the proper high-end display device, your eyes will really appreciate the progressive difference.
We tested the player with a new $7,000 high-definition projector, and the SD-5109's cinema-like clarity and color were breathtaking. We should point out, however, that you don't need a digital, non-interlaced TV to enjoy the progressive-scan benefits of the SD-5109. If you have an analog TV with component-video inputs, you can connect the DVD player using the SD-5109's interlaced component-video outputs. When you're ready to upgrade your TV to a high-definition model, you can take advantage of the SD-5109's progressive scan outputs, making it a future-ready DVD player.
Upping the convenience quotient, the SD-5109 is a two-drawer, two-disc-toting player, so you can warm up the audience with a jazz CD or short subjects DVD and then segue smoothly into the main feature (or another music title.)
Running the show is a pleasure with Toshiba's well-designed remote control and an onscreen menu that's full of options, yet very easy to navigate. For example, it's easy to switch on the black-level expansion enhancement, which improves picture contrast on the display monitor.
As for sound, the onboard High Definition Compatible Digital (HDCD) decoder chip makes a subtle but noticeable difference on many audio CDs, making this the only component you'll want to use for music listening as well.
High-end players don't normally have built-in Dolby Digital decoders, but the SD-5109 proves the exception rather than the rule. So if you have a stalwart "AC-3-ready" (a.k.a. Dolby Digital) receiver, you can connect the SD-5109 and enjoy today's DVD on yesterday's multichannel component. Just about the only thing you can't do with this player is make a bad film better.
Pros:
Video reproduction second to none
2-disc capacity
HDCD adds lots of fun
Cons:
No headphone jack
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Toshiba SD-5109 Twin-Tray 2-Disc DVD Player
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Product Description
Here's the first 480-progressive output DVD player on the market, and naturally it comes from Toshiba, the leader in DVD technology. This entertainment wonder delivers superb video and surround sound audio quality. It contains the most advanced features, including ColorStream Pro progressive component video outputs for unprecedented picture quality. And HDCD processing and precision filtering, provides you with the warmths and richness of 20bit mastered HDCD content, as well as enhancing the sound of your favorite CDs. You can even enjoy an uninterrupted "double feature". For the ultimate picture quality from DVD, when the SD5109 is connected to a compatible progressive scan capable display monitor through the ColorStream Pro component video outputs, you'll get an incredible film-like image, free of flicker with full frame resolution, deeper colors, and enhanced brightness and contrast. It's a future ready DVD player, able to take advantage of the advanced capabilities of the new multiscan capable, Digital TV-ready televisions now coming onto the market. And if you're connecting to a standard TV, the SD5109 lets you maximize its performance and enhance your home theater. Video Black Level Expansion lets you deliver "blacker than black" images to your set, for incredible contrast and enhanced colors. So sit back and let the SD5109 rock your world.Amazon.com Review
Talk about state-of-the-art--Toshiba's SD-5109 DVD player is phenomenal. For starters, this is one of the first (and the most reasonably priced) models to deliver the progressive component-video signal that's present on all DVD discs. With the proper high-end display device, your eyes will really appreciate the progressive difference.We tested the player with a new $7,000 high-definition projector, and the SD-5109's cinema-like clarity and color were breathtaking. We should point out, however, that you don't need a digital, non-interlaced TV to enjoy the progressive-scan benefits of the SD-5109. If you have an analog TV with component-video inputs, you can connect the DVD player using the SD-5109's interlaced component-video outputs. When you're ready to upgrade your TV to a high-definition model, you can take advantage of the SD-5109's progressive scan outputs, making it a future-ready DVD player.
Upping the convenience quotient, the SD-5109 is a two-drawer, two-disc-toting player, so you can warm up the audience with a jazz CD or short subjects DVD and then segue smoothly into the main feature (or another music title.)
Running the show is a pleasure with Toshiba's well-designed remote control and an onscreen menu that's full of options, yet very easy to navigate. For example, it's easy to switch on the black-level expansion enhancement, which improves picture contrast on the display monitor.
As for sound, the onboard High Definition Compatible Digital (HDCD) decoder chip makes a subtle but noticeable difference on many audio CDs, making this the only component you'll want to use for music listening as well.
High-end players don't normally have built-in Dolby Digital decoders, but the SD-5109 proves the exception rather than the rule. So if you have a stalwart "AC-3-ready" (a.k.a. Dolby Digital) receiver, you can connect the SD-5109 and enjoy today's DVD on yesterday's multichannel component. Just about the only thing you can't do with this player is make a bad film better.
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Amazon.com Product Description
The Toshiba SD-5109 Dual-Disc Twin-Tray DVD delivers superb video and surround sound audio quality. It contains advanced features, including ColorStream Pro progressive component video outputs for unprecedented picture quality. It also offers High Definition Compatible Digital (HDCD) processing and precision filtering, which bring added warmth and richness to HDCD-mastered music discs. In addition to HDCD compatibility, the Toshiba SD-5109 has built-in Dolby Digital decoding with 5.1-channel outputs; 24-bit, 96 kHz audio resolution; and Spatializer N-2-2 virtual surround sound.Now you can load your DVD player with a movie and its accompanying sound track--or listen to two compact discs consecutively. The Toshiba dual-disc twin-tray system allows you to even exchange the disc in the tray while the other is playing. It's ideal for "double feature" nights or long movies that may require multiple discs to complete.
Video enhancement features of the Toshiba SD-5109 include a 10-bit, 27 MHz digital-to-analog converter with high-resolution filtering, ColorStream Pro progressive component output, and video black-level expansion.
Finally, the Toshiba SD-5109 has added a variety of convenience features to this player such as 4x picture zoom, a video bit-rate meter, an icon-based onscreen display, parallel audio-video outputs, and an ergonomic remote with a fluorescent keypad.
Customer Reviews:
You Won't Be Disappointed.......2000-08-30
The sound and video on this player are outstanding (considering you use the optical connection for the full 5.1 experience). The HDCD is also a nice addition. But, above and beyond any of the bells and whistles, the duel tray is the ultimate perk allowing for those "movie days" permitting you to stay planted on your couch between features.
My only complaint, be it a small one that in no way should influence your purchase decision, is that the DVD tray is a bit slow. It takes about a second to load the DVD into the tray before the tray ejects, unlike a single tray CD Player where the tray pops open immediately on command. A very small price to pay for duel tray capabilities.
Buy this player and you won't be disappointed.
Superb value in a progressive-scan DVD player.......2000-06-27
1. Progressive scan only works on a digital TV. If all you have is a regular analog (NTSC) TV, there is no reason to pay this much for a DVD player; there are other less expensive units (including Toshiba models) that would be more cost-effective.
2. Make sure your digital TV is compatible with progressive scan DVD players. All Toshiba digital TVs are, as are some models made by other manufacturers. But some models lock into full-widescreen mode with a 480p progressive signal and may give distorted pictures with some DVD titles. Just be sure to do the necessary research before buying the SD5109 to mate with a non-Toshiba digital TV.
Feature-packed with a Brillian Picture.......2000-05-03
PICTURE: The picture is outstanding. My A-120 looked great with the interlaced component outs (possibly because I have a Panasonic DTV), but the Toshiba's progressive scan picture is a notch clearer. There are, of course, no scan lines present and the colours are vibrant and much more stunning than I had expected. I tried popping in "The Matrix" and "The Fifth Element" and was rewarded with incredible clarity. It is difficult to describe how great it looks (even more so if you have not moved up to DVD yet). It still cannot fix bad DVD transfers...
SOUND: One would think that the sound should be equal to video on a higher-end product such as this. Too many times, the product does not deliver. However, this is not the case here. The SD5109 produces just as brilliant sound to compliment the video. A very nice feature is the HDCD decoder which allows HDCDs to show off their superior sounds. Built-in Dolby Digital decoding offers DD 5.1 clarity even if one only has a Dolby Digital "ready" receiver.
FEATURES: As mentioned above, the SD5109 has progressive scan outputs and HDCD decoding. Beyond this, it has interlaced component outs as well as S-Video and regular Composite outs. Two trays make a double-feature easy while the on-screen menus are easy to navigate. The remote is simple enough to use so most features can be operated at the start. I do wish they had included an EJECT button on the remote.
Overall, this was a wise purchase for my DTV set. The progressive scan makes an incredible difference. Do shop around because these can be had for MUCH less than the high MSRP 8-). I also recommend readjusting your TV settings with AVIA, Video Essentials, or a professional because unoptimized settings could cause the SD5109's picture to be not as spectacular as it is capable.
Stunning Picture Quality - Easy To Use.......2000-04-30
All I can say is that I was blown away! The picture quality that the progressive-scan DVD gives you is incredible. The remote is easy to use and is back lit so you can use it in the dark (just remember which button turns on the back lighting). Another nice thing is that you can perform most of the functions on the unit itself without the remote - some newer units rely on the remote almost entirely, without duplicating key functions on the unit itself! One additional feature that is nice - you can play music CD's in it also. I was able to unhook an old CD player and save some space by utilizing this unit's additional features.
To summarize, I paid $100 more for this unit when it was first released and am totally satisfied. I would buy it again (but for less money now) if I was in the market for a DVD player today.
Technology moves one step forward in the 20th Century.......2000-04-24
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