Yamaha DVD-S2500 Region Free DVD Player

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The Yamaha DVD-S2500 is the flagship universal disc player from Yamaha, featuring Faroudja DCDi NTSC/PAL progressive scan and high-definition video upconversion via the digital HDMI interface. Along with it's best-in-class video performance, the DVD-S2500 delivers true audiophile-quality performance with a dedicated audio section which makes the most of DVD-Audio and SACD multi-channel audio using digital audio transfer with an iLink connection and Linear PCM processing in a high-performance 216MHz/12-bit audio DAC. Independent digital and analog power circuits and independently-optimized video, DVD-Audio, and SACD circuitry ensure top performance no matter the format. Our code free Yamaha DVD-S2500 plays discs from anywhere in the world with region free modification and built-in NTSC->PAL and PAL->NTSC conversion.

Plays Regions	Plays Region 1,2,3,4,5,6 discs
NTSC/PAL	Plays any NTSC or PAL DVD on any TV!
Disc Formats	DVD, DVD+/-R, DVD+/-RW, VCD, JPEG, CD, CD-R, CD-RW, MP3, DVD-Audio, SACD
Power Supply	100-120V @ 50-60Hz
ZoneFreeDVD Price $949

* Includes a 1 year manufacturer's warranty.

Key Features of the Yamaha DVD-S2500

• Plays Regions 1,2,3,4,5,6 DVD discs
• Plays NTSC or PAL discs on any TV!
• Video Disc Formats: DVD, DVD+/-R, DVD+/-RW, VCD, JPEG
• Audio Disc Formats: DVD-Audio, SACD, CD, CD-R/RW, MP3, WMA
• Upconverts to 720p, 768p or 1080i High Definition
• Faroudja DCDi NTSC/PAL Progressive Scan
• Universal Format and Disc Compatibility
• HDCP and HDMI Compatibility for Superior Video Quality
• 216MHz/12-bit Video DACs for High Picture Quality
• 192kHz/24-Bit D/A Conversion for High Quality Sound
• SA-CD and DVD Audio Playback Compatibility
• iLINK connection for high quality audio sources
• Video Off Mode and isolated audio circuitry
• Aluminum Front Panel for Optimum Sonic Performance
• Optical and Coaxial Digital Outputs
• RS-232C interface for custom installations
• Picture CD and JPEG Playback
• Easy Operation GUI
• Dolby Digital and DTS Decoder
• Gold-plated Terminals for all Pin Jacks

Progressive Scanning with Faroudja DCDi Processing
Video displays use two type of scanning systems: interlaced and progressive. In brief, progressive scans twice as fast as interlaced, providing a superior picture with less flicker and other distortion. The DVD-S2500 has a progressive scan processor built in, so progressive video images can be viewed on a digital TV or monitor. It also offers DCDi, a processing technique that eliminates the jagged edges that generally appear in moving images when interlaced video is converted to progressive. DCDi makes a clearly visible difference and is a very desirable feature.

Specifications

DVD SPECIFICATIONS
Number of Discs	1
Progressive Scan?	Yes
DVD Regions	Plays all Regions 1,2,3,4,5,6
NTSC/PAL Playback	Plays NTSC and PAL discs on any TV
Video Disc Formats	DVD, DVD+/-R, DVD+/-RW, VCD, JPEG
Video D/A Converter	216MHz, 24-bit
AUDIO SPECIFICATIONS
Dolby Decoder	Built-In
DTS Decoder	Built-In
Audio Disc Formats	CD, CD-R, CD-RW, MP3, DVD-Audio, SACD
Audio D/A Converter	192kHz, 24-bit
Virtual Surround?	Yes
Bass Management?	Yes
OUTPUT TERMINALS
Composite Video	1 (RCA)
S-Video	1 (4-pin mini DIN)
Component Video	1 (RCA x 3)
HDMI Digital Interface	1 (19-pin HDMI interface)
IEEE 1394 (iLink)	1 (iLink)
Stereo Audio Out	1 (RCA L/R)
Optical Digital Out	1 (TosLink)
Coaxial Digtial Out	1 (RCA Coax.)
5.1-Ch Audio Out	1 (Analog RCA)
Serial Control (RS232C)	1 (9-pin mini d-Sub)
GENERAL
Power Supply	100-120V @ 50-60Hz
Power Consumption	[not published]
Dimensions	17.125" x 3.94" x 12.375"
Weight	12.30 lbs.
FCC Class	FCC Class B, Home Use

Audio System

High Quality Audio Reproduction
The DVD-S2500 delivers sound quality that is superior to other players in its class and even to some more expensive players for a number of reasons. It uses high performance SACD DACs for all channels and a 192kHz/24-bit DVD-Audio DAC. The SCD and DVD-Audio circuits are completely independent and optimized for each format. This guarantees highest quality with both types of disc. A Video Off mode can be selected to ensure that no interference from the video circuitry can affect the sound. Other features that contribute to high sound quality are independent digital and analog power circuits and transformers, a large disc stabilizer and anti-resonance double top and bottom covers.

DVD-Audio and SACD Playback
DVD-Audio and SCD (Super Audio CD) are new audio formats that offer stereo and multichannel (surround) sound with higher quality and greater sonic realism than ordinary CDs. They can also provide extra content like artist information and lyrics. Availability of these types of discs in increasing, although titles are not always released in both. But with the DVD-S2500, you do not have to choose between them-this player will play both.

Bass Management
The DVD-S2500 provides Bass Management processing and a subwoofer/bass management output terminal. Bass management is important for DVD-Audio and SACD multichannel playback, as it properly routes the bass frequencies for best performance from a multi-speaker home theater system. With normal 2-channel (stereo) CDs, the bass frequencies are routed to the subwoofer, so listeners can enjoy 2.1 channel sound with more powerful bass.

CD-R, CD-RW Formats and MP3 Files
Recording songs onto CD-R/RW/VCD disc using computer and digital recorders is becoming more popular. The DVD-S2500 will play these discs, so you have an additional source of new music. It will also play discs recorded with MP3 files, which because they are compressed, can provide about 12 hours of music per disc.

Outputs

Extensive Connections
The DVD-S2500 has a digital HDMI interface, 5.1 Channel Audio Output Terminals, iLink digital ports, a Bass Management Terminal, Mixed 2-Channel Audio Output Terminals, Optical and Coaxial Digital Audio Output Terminals, Progressive Component Video Output Terminals and a Remote Control In/Out and an RS-232 port for Extended IR Code for Custom installation.

Inlet-Type Power Cable
The Inlet-Type Power Cable is separate, rather than attached to the unit. It is a thicker type than usual, for higher power handling capacity. The allows for cleaner power distribution to the video and audio circuits, and less interference, resulting in purer sound and video quality.

Manufacturer	Yamaha
Model No.	DVD-S2500
ZoneFreeDVD Price	$949
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USER REVIEWS

Model Purchased: Yamaha DVD-C950 Date of Purchase: 8/22/07 Order Number: 841614 Product Review: We're using DVDs from several DVD regions, including Japan, Europe and US. I knew that multi-systems were available and I researched your company's reputation. I'm very pleased with the Yamaha C950 Zone Free DVD player and purchased this product over other brands because it had the full package - the 5-CD changer and its up convert. I would recommend this product for its full package." - Laurent Mignot West Chester, OH Model Purchased: Yamaha DVD-S657 Date of Purchase: 6/5/07 Order Number: 841296 Product Review: We purchased the Yamaha DVD S657 Region Free DVD player to help us play DVDs from Hong Kong or Region 4. Using the region free player is easy and no different than using a regular DVD player. I would recommend this product to others." -Eric Nilsen, Lynwood, WA Model Purchased: Yamaha DVD-S657 Date of Purchase: 8/27/07 Order Number: 841635 Product Review: Friends of mine recommended that I buy a Region Free DVD player, since I like watching movies like the Six Million Dollar Man that can't be found in the U.S. I've watched a few Region 4 DVDs on the Yamaha Region Free S657 DVD player which was easy to use and set up." -George Ribynski Pittsville, MD

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