Coby DVD-257

Description: The Coby DVD-257 is a single-disc, budget DVD player.Compared to other budget DVD players on the market, it is very inexpensive at around $35.

Pros: This DVD player is equipped with a progressive scanning feature, capable of delivering higher-quality video images to compatible televisions.Capable of playing multiple types of recordable and rewritable discs, this unit can handle more types of media that most DVD players.This player is relatively slim at a height of 1.7 in.Like most other DVD players, this unit features JPEG playback, which allows you to view digital photos (stored on a CD) on your television.

Cons: This player lacks DTS output capability, so it will not play back DTS soundtracks.

Suitability: Suited for those who only need a basic DVD player.

Value: Overall, this DVD player's features are as expected for this price.

Suggestions: (1) For a comprehensive understanding of cable types, please see CNET's Connector Type Chart.(2) To enjoy the clearest picture, look for DVD players with either component video or HDMI cables.Check out this video on connector cables to learn more.

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• Manufacturer: Coby Electronics
• Part Number: DVD-257

• General

• Product Type DVD player
• Width 17 in
• Depth 8.5 in
• Height 1.7 in

• DVD

• Media Type CD, DVD, CD-R, CD-RW, DVD+R, DVD-R, DVD+RW, DVD-RW
• Media Format PAL, NTSC
• Media Load Type Tray
• Supported Digital Audio Standards MP3

• DVD Features

• Picture Zoom Yes
• Additional Features Parental lock, On-screen display, JPEG photo playback, Progressive scanning

• Audio System

• Sound Output Mode Stereo
• Digital Audio Format Dolby Digital output

• Remote Control

• Type Remote control
• Technology Infrared

• Connections

• Connector Type 1 x Composite video/audio output ( RCA phono x 3 ), 1 x SPDIF output ( RCA phono ), 1 x Digital audio input (optical) ( TOSLINK ), 1 x S-Video output ( 4 pin mini-DIN )

• Miscellaneous

• Cables Included A/V cable

• Power

• Power Device Power supply
• Battery None

• Dimensions & Weight (Shipping)

• Width (Shipping) 18.4 in
• Depth (Shipping) 12 in
• Height (Shipping) 4 in

Coby Electronics

Manufacturer profile

• Website: http://www.cobyusa.com/
• Address: 56-65 Rust Street, Maspeth, NY.
• Phone: 718-416-3300
• Email: customerservice@cobyusa.com
• Fax: 718-416-3305