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OPPO DV 980H 1080p Up Converting Universal DVD Player with HDMI and 7 1CH Audio

Prepare to be impressed by the OPPO DV-980H universal DVD player. Continuing the OPPO tradition of exceptional audio/video performance and great value, the DV-980H delivers a stunning picture and immersing sound for today’s home theaters. Advanced video upconversion technology brings standard definition DVDs to life with 1080p “Full HD” clarity. Precision rendering from Super Audio CD, DVD-Audio, HDCD and regular CD creates enveloping acoustics with high fidelity. Complemented with 7.1-channel surround audio, high-resolution picture slide show and a convenient USB 2.0 port, the DV-980H helps you rediscover the treasures in your home theater.

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5 Stars dependable product
The OPPO DV-980H is an excellent, dependable and foolproof product. I have used it for the past two years, and it has always been extremely reliable. It is often difficult to realize when a product is excellent, because it doesn’t cause problems, and therefore doesn’t force itself onto your consciousness… this is one of those understated and excellent products. I highly recommend it. Well done, OPPO!

5 Stars Best Upconverted Player
Ordered this player from Amazon and received it in 1 week. For anyone who doesn’t want to get a Blu-Ray yet, the Oppo IS the best Upconverted Dvd-player that you can get for around $160. Only a very few more expensive players that can match this player. The picture is sharp, colors are accurately rendered and the sound is just amazing. I don’t want to say anything else about this player because whatever i want to say is already been said millions of time on the net.

Bottom line is if you want an Upconverted Dvd player then this is IT.

5 Stars Outstanding upconverting DVD player
I have had this player for about six months now. It does everything very well.It automatically resizes the video output of commercial DVDs to fit the HDTV 16:9 format. It also plays the many self-recorded DVDs (DVD-R) very well. No freeze-ups, tracking is wonderful. It does seem to have a mind of its own when it starts up with a fresh DVD. Sometimes starts a few minutes into the DVD, sometimes ignores the remotes commands until I can manage to send it to the title screen. Then everything is fine. Probably needs an upgrade on the software. But overall, a top performer.

1 Star Great Until the DVD Tray Broke
I purchased this player in January of 2008 and was very happy with its performance up until yesterday when the DVD tray stopped working (the tray would not open). This was a useful life of 1 year and roughly 4 months. Only a 1-year warranty. Great:(

5 Stars Exceeds expectations
Given the heaps of well written reviews about the Oppo, I’ll keep my review short and casual. This sweet piece of tech rocks! My 1080p TV is very happy.

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Logitech S120 2 0 Multimedia Speakers Black

Logitech’s S-120 stereo speaker system with its refresh design features enhanced acoustics delivering a smooth audio performance with low distortion. The S-120 speaker with its redesigned base offers sturdy design, strong audio performance and exceptional value for money. The integrated power and volume control is conveniently located on the satellite at your fingertips with an essential 3.5mm jack close by.

User Ratings and Reviews

3 Stars underpowered . . .
I got these speakers after reading the reviews here that said they were pretty powerful and loud. Of course the source of the sound, be it an audio CD, an MP3, a live feed on the web, a DVD, a video game or whatever, will make a difference in the type of the sound being amplified, which makes a difference in what you hear. Overall, the performance of these speakers is decent, and generally not loud enough. For different types of sound sources, there is rarely distortion at maximum volume, which is good, but generally the reason for this is because the sound level isn’t that high. I have a set of USB powered speakers that can produce about the same level of output. The two single speakers seem to produce mostly midrange tones, favoring more on the higher side than the low end. The tonal quality is pretty sweet, good for most general listening. It would have been nice if the system had a little more kick and tonal range on the low end, as the AC power could provide more than enough push, but I guess the speakers are just too small.

Since the base is small, the speakers are pretty easy to tip over when you touch them or turn the power on. This is not a good design. Placing the speaker on its side, I can position them in front of my monitor without blocking the screen. If these were USB powered, the output level would not be an issue, but for an AC powered system, I expected more. The relatively low cost is a plus, but overall these speakers are just average.

5 Stars Great speakers for the price
I bought these Logitech speakers to use with my MP3 player in my room. I didn’t expect much in the way of performance, but they do a really good job for what I’m using them for.

Of course, they don’t have a great amount of bass, but the sound reproduction is really crisp and clear.

I’m impressed and satisfied with my purchase.

4 Stars Small but mighty
I have a renovated XP that had speakers no longer working. These little Logitech S120 speakers made my XP useful again. Logitech has always been a top brand and they came through with flying colors.

5 Stars excellent choice for office or cubicle
You cant expect great sound to fill your living room at this price. But if your expectations are met by the price you pay. You get a great product.

I added these speakers for my office computer. As any office desktop, my pc comes with a tiny speaker somewhere inside that you can barely hear at top volume. I did not wanted to shell out a lot money for office speakers so I ordered these.

The first thing you must know is that this speakers have their own power supply, all you have to do is plug its ac power cord to your wall outlet. right there it is a plus. I bought some office speakers a long time ago, that came without their own power supply, I had to run at lunch to buy an off the shell ac power adaptor.

The volume is perfect for your office or cubicle. It fills it with loud sound. Music is ok, dont expect a lot of bass.

I think for this price you cant go wrong, if you know what to expect.

4 Stars great inexpensive putchase
the speakers fit my budget perfectly but don’t produce cheap sound. they are of good quality. I’m pleased with my purchase.

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