Panasonic DVD-S54K

Description: The Panasonic DVD-S54K is a single-disc, mainstream DVD player.Compared to other mainstream DVD players on the market, it is very inexpensive at around $90.

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 player 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: None noted, given available product data.

Suitability: Suited for watching movies and/ or listening to music.

Value: In view of its very inexpensive price, this DVD player has great features for the money.

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: Panasonic
• Part Number: DVD-S54K

• General

• Product Type DVD player
• Form Factor Tabletop
• Width 16.9 in
• Depth 9.4 in
• Height 1.7 in
• Weight 4.4 lbs
• Enclosure Color Black

• DVD

• Media Type CD, DVD, CD-R, SVCD, CD-RW, DVD+R, DVD-R, DVD+RW, DVD-RW, DVD-RAM, DVD+R DL, DVD-R DL, Video CD
• Media Format NTSC
• Video D/A Converter 12bit / 108MHz
• Audio D/A Converter 24bit / 192kHz
• Media Load Type Tray
• Upscaling Yes ( Up to 1080p )
• Supported Digital Video Standards DivX, MPEG-1, MPEG-2, MPEG-4
• Supported Digital Audio Standards MP3, WMA

• DVD Features

• Picture Zoom Yes
• Video Signal-to-Noise Ratio 65 dB
• Additional Features Dialogue enhancer, JPEG photo playback, Progressive scanning

• Audio System

• Sound Output Mode Stereo
• Dynamic Range 100 dB
• Digital Audio Format DTS digital output, Dolby Digital output
• Signal-To-Noise Ratio 115 dB
• Additional Features Viera Link

• Remote Control

• Type Remote control
• Technology Infrared

• Connections

• Connector Type 1 x HDMI output ( 19 pin HDMI Type A ) - Rear, 1 x Component video output ( RCA phono x 3 ) - Rear, 1 x S-Video output ( 4 pin mini-DIN ) - Rear, 1 x SPDIF output ( RCA phono ) - Rear, 1 x Composite video/audio output ( RCA phono x 3 ) - Rear

• Power

• Power Device Power supply
• Power AC 120 V
• Power Consumption Operational 8 Watt

Panasonic

Manufacturer profile

• Website: http://www.panasonic.com/
• Address: Matsushita Electric Corporation of America, Secaucus, NJ. 07094
• Phone: 800/662-3537