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Sony DVP-S530D DVD Player

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Sony DVP-S530D DVD Player With Built-In Dolby Digital Decoder

by dkozin dkozin is a Lead on Epinions in Electronics, Epinions Most Popular Authors - Top 10, Feb 08 '01
Pros: Great picture and sound, features and price, nice looks and remote
Cons: No zoom, design defect that causes 'C 13:00' error code
The best part about the Sony DVP-S530D DVD player with a Dolby Digital Decoder built-in is the fact that it can be bought for less then $270 – some stores sell it for $225.

The player looks very nice. In addition to the features of...
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The Sony DVP-S530D DVD Player has a Dolby Digital 5.1 Decoder Built-In!

by surferdude7 Epinions Most Popular Authors - Top 10, Mar 27 '01
Pros: Great quality in picture and audio!
Cons: No DTS decoder built in.
The Sony DVP-S530D DVD Player with the Dolby Digital decoder built in the DVD player means you don’t have to go out and buy an expensive receiver to play through five speakers and one subwoofer to get the true digital sound. You will still need five...
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Dangerous

by Powerslave , Jan 03 '00
Pros: Fantastic picture, just better all around than VHS
Cons: Being better costs more. Less selection at Blockbuster
I was fortunate enough this past holiday season to receive a most generous cash gift. Now, the wife was thinking about paying some bills but when you receive a monetary gift, do you really want to pay bills with it?

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Everything a DVD Player Should Be!

by sleestakk Epinions Most Popular Authors - Top 1000, Dec 21 '99
Pros: Advanced features like DTS, DSP and Dolby 5.1 Channel Output
Cons: remote not backlit and a bit confusing
This DVD player was my favorite purchase of the year! For $350 it has everything you need in a DVD player and more! Originally I bought the Philips 825 but found it to be a bit limiting (read my epinion on it), so I shopped around some more and found the...
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Milli Vanilli have left the building

by billservo , Oct 28 '99
Pros: Fast, hybrid disc playing beast.
Cons: Doesn't hold a candle to Milli Vanilli.
I admit, I jumped on the DVD bandwagon late. Not that I didn't want to get a DVD player, mind you, I just never saw a player that I thought was at a good enough price to justify buying one. Players I looked into were either over-priced, or something...
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A Great DVD (now that they have fixed "The Flaw")

by jimNtexas , Nov 14 '99
Pros: lots of features, excellent quality
Cons: lip-synch problem in some units
I purchased a Sony DVP-S530P for $347 in April 1999, from A&B TV in Austin Texas. Overall this is an excellent product, the best mix of features and quality I found in this price range.

The 530D includes a full 5.1 channel Dolby...
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Visit your friends for DVD

by roosthui , Apr 12 '01
Pros: good looking
Cons: can't read cds, audio difficulties
I decided on this DVD player for several reasons: Sony has a great name, DVD movies, affordable, and looked great. I had high hopes for this machine. But I ran into some frustrating situations along the way: Refused to open, audio/video sync, and...
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Great features, less hefty price tag

by flindingo , May 27 '00
Pros: Great features! CD-Text reading
Cons: Needs receiver for good audio
Sony Products sure are expensive, this is the second DVD player in my review. I had to do a series of reviews of players for my work. This player is much more affordable than the DVP-S7700, which is a good player but a little too expensive ($1400)....
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Going Digital: Consider the Sony DVP-S530D DVD Player

by Dosite1 , Apr 03 '00
Pros: Every bit as useable as a "four-head" VHS machine and plays Compact Discs as well.
Cons: I noticed a synch problem on one DVD.
As our VHS tape player began to see increased use, and a declining ability to reproduce video and audio, we began to look around for a replacement. At a certain point, DVD became a reasonable option, when considering the price of a new VHS tape player....
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GREAT FOR THE PRICE

by reddog4477 , Apr 24 '00
Pros: Digital & DTS Capable, 3 Picture Viewing Selections
Cons: Handles only 1 DVD at a time
This Sony DVD player is an exceptional purchase.

There are three picture options based on the type of movie, however most of the time this is done automatically by the player itself. There is standard, wide screen (pan) or letterbox. When...
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yet another excellent Sony product

by twalker294 , Feb 11 '01
Pros: great picture and sound, Sony quality, nice remote
Cons: a little pricey, doesn't play burned CDRs, menus can be confusing
I bought this player about 6-8 months ago and I haven't regretted my decision for a minute. I bought the Sony because of their reputation for quality. I have a Sony TV, Sony stereo receiver, Sony computer monitor, Sony cordless phone, Sony portable CD...
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Get one and enjoy

by sskenney , Mar 05 '00
Pros: Price and functions
Cons: Have found none
The Sony 530D is one of the best values money can buy is has many advanced feature that you only find on high end DVD players. This product will also play audio and video CD as well as the DVD. The picture quality is impeccable,with smooth play. The...
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Worth The HYPE?

by SKIP-K , Feb 22 '00
Pros: Great picture, great sound, Sony quality, lots of options
Cons: you guessed it? No Jog/Shuttle on the REMOTE
There are a lot of great things said about the Sony DVP-S530D. Many of the reviewers seem to be hard core Sony fans, which I am not! I wrote an earlier review of a Zenith DVD player that I purchased before Christmas. The Zenith had some great features...
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SONY DVP-S530D is the BEST DVD PLAYER in its class!

by JLHanf , Dec 27 '99
Pros: ULTIMATELY CLEAR PICTURE AND SOUND!
Cons: None
Check out this awesome DVD player. Clear picture, DTS sound, and customizable options. Sony has done it again!

I have been using the Sony DVP-S530D for just a few days, but I can hardly control my excitement. I had done a lot of research...
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Top Rate Dvd

by joe0508 , Feb 07 '00
Pros: Excellent Clarity
Cons: There is a lot of reading is required to learn how to use all the features
If your looking for an affordable dvd player the Sony Dvp-S530D is definitely a good choice. I recently just bought this DVD player and it is excellent. I have never seen such a clear picture. Before I had dvd I was used to watching movies on VHS. I...
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A Best Buy

by capener , Dec 21 '99
Pros: Superb Video, Stunning Audio, Easy to operate, A veritable plethora of audio and video outputs
Cons: No BNC video connectors, could use a front-panel audio level control
I used to be a retail dealer (in Alaska) of Hi-Fi and Video Products. Among the product lines I carried were Sony Hi-Fi (Consumer) and Sony Professional. Call me biased, or call me prejudiced when it comes to Sony Products, but the performance, the...
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JUST GET IT!!!!!

by topopat , Aug 28 '00
Pros: clear in depth picture, great sound, options
Cons: none
This player is simply the best. I recieved this product as a birthday present. It was my second player, because I had bought a Panasonic about three years earlier. Remember that my experience with this player may not necessarily be yours. This is...
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Excellent player for a low price

by RedskinFan , Nov 26 '00
Pros: Low price, easy to set up, great picture and sound
Cons: only one disc at a time
I bought this DVD player back in April, and I have had a great experience with it. The player features the Dolby Digital processor, which works great with my Sony receiver, which is Dolby Digital ready, but does not have the processor. The price for my...
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No brain required...

by tdneis , Jan 25 '00
Pros: easy to use, functionality
Cons: none
Sony. Great name. Great Products. Usually, a high price as well!

I found this DVD player for 369.00 US. Not as good as some prices, but I am very happy with the player. It has provided me with manu hours of entertainment. The features are...
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Sony delivers!

by phungus Epinions Most Popular Authors - Top 100, Jan 31 '00
Pros: Easy to install, great quality
Cons: Remote is a little weird
I recently purchased the Sony surround sound package (model 610), which includes a 400 watt receiver, an amplified subwoofer, and 5 speakers for surround. Naturally, with all this potential for gut-rumbling loudness, I had to get a DVD player.

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the best the best

by ryguy , Jan 20 '00
Pros: superior picture and sound
Cons: a little more than most want to spend
My father gave me and my wife this Sony DVD player for Christmas. I had been looking at DVD players for some time and this one is by far one of the best out there for the price. It has more features and much better picture quality as well as cd quality...
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Sony D-V-Dynamic

by darouedu , Jan 13 '00
Pros: picture and sound quality, value
Cons: remote takes some time to get used to
For Christmas, my lovely wife got me a DVD Player. She got me the Sony DVP-S530D. I am so happy with my DVD player. Now, I've never really messed with one before, but I think this one is pretty good. Of course, the picture quality is supreme. That...
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This is about the DVP-S560D

by elverno , Aug 05 '00
Pros: Superb picture and sound...
Cons: Minor setup pains...
I was given this player but would have gladly gone out and bought it. Like other folks who participate online with their opinions I sometimes fill out surveys about products or to gain my opinion. In the case of the Sony DVP-S560D I won mine as a...
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My first DVD Player

by armatage20 , Feb 17 '01
Pros: Sleek - Small - Awesome!
Cons: No Dolby Digital Encoder
A few weeks a ago I decided it was time for me to jump onto the DVD bandwagon. Afterall, everywhere we look these days we see 'DVD's FOR SALE' and 'FREE DVD OFFER'. I wanted to see for myself what all the fuss was about.

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Digital Amazing Disc

by funukil88 , Dec 21 '99
Pros: Crisp, Clear, Sharp
Cons: I cant find any
I bought this amazing product because I knew that DVDs are the wave of the future. They beat out VCRs and VTRs by far. DVD players don't have any annoying lines, no rewinding after done watching and you can skip from one side to the other in less then a...
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Power, Elegance, Simplicity: S530D

by m001 , Dec 23 '99
Pros: Intuitive controls, Wonderful on-screen menus, Unmatched digital audio/video
Cons: Incredibly rare lip-synch issues
I'll preface these comments by admitting that I had a pro-Sony bias prior to my purchase; a Sony Digital Ready receiver sits at the heart of my home theatre system. I have absolutely no regrets about sticking with Sony for my first DVD player, however,...
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Great player, Great value

by BobB1114 , Apr 21 '00
Pros: Ease of Use, Quality Picture and Sound, Built-in Dolby Digital Decoder
Cons: Set-Up is a bit time consuming.
Ok, it's really quite simple... the Sony DVP-S530D is excellent and probably one of if not the best value in DVD players!

I did quite a bit of research prior to buying a DVD and for the money this machine just kept winding up on the top of my...
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A better movie experience

by jgoff , Jan 17 '00
Pros: Highest quality picture and sound
Cons: High Price
For those of you who enjoy watching movies like I do, the Sony DVP-S530D is the product for you. It will change the way you watch movies forever.

I bought a home theater system several years ago and had been watching movies on my Hi-Fi VCR. My...
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Crystal Clear

by SK2000 , Feb 08 '00
Pros: Great Sound and Picture Quality
Cons: A little expensive
Thinking of getting a new VCR? Think again. If you're in the market for a video player DVD is definitely the way to go. DVD offers sharp Movie theater quality on your home TV! Furthermore, the Digitized soud will just make you movie experience more...
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High Quality, great features

by sfommelt , Apr 25 '00
Pros: features, quality, value
Cons: not for everyone
After much consideration, I decided to take the plunge into the DVD world and purchased the Sony 530. I initially considered the Sony 330, mainly because of its lower price. I decided the the minimal cost increase would be worth it in the long run....
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Good But Lacking Certain Options

by lesh , Dec 19 '99
Pros: Great Picture, Tons of Options
Cons: Can not play CDRs and CDRWs
I purchased this dvd player in the past two weeks and i would definitely have to say that it has a good amount of features that make vhs look primitive. Unfortunately, the one thing that prevents this model and most dvd players from eliminating the cd...
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Solid Midrange Piece

by daxjordan , Feb 03 '00
Pros: Speaks softly, carries big picture
Cons: No zoom
I like moderation, and here I have found it. This player was just the answer for someone like myself, who doesnt feel the need to blow big bucks on the top of the line, but has had too much pain buying the low end stuff. I used to sell all manner of...
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Lovely little player

by PatrickUmbaugh , Jan 28 '00
Pros: beautiful picture, crisp sound
Cons: no jog on the remote
The Sony DVP-530D is the perfect DVD player for any home. You can pick it up at a retail store for less than $400 and it does everything the average movie viewer needs to enjoy the best home theater format available. It lacks some of the high-end...
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Best value for money

by msaraon , Jan 27 '00
Pros: Value for money
Cons: Needs Surround
Sony is a trusted brand for for home electronics. That was my first criteria for selecting the DVD player. I have owned Soony equipment for the past 12 years and have never been disappointed. Among the Sony DVD players, this particular model has all...
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The DVD Revolution

by h8govt , Dec 22 '99
Pros: Picture and sound quality
Cons: a little expensive
I love my DVD player. Although the a lot more expensive than the VCR the DVD features are worth it. I love playing my favorite scenes in slow motion without all those horrible lines you get with VHS.The clear and crisp picture and sound is just awesome....
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excellent picture & awesome sound

by sam-i-am , Feb 04 '00
Pros: Picture, DD decoder, setup features, all the video-outs you could want
Cons: 'Open' button, RARE lip-synch problem
The player is GREAT!! (despite minor problems) Paid $310 + $11 shipping at Best Stop Digital (in Manhattan), delivered UPS in three days.

Compare prices here: http://www.pricescan.com/electronics/items/item501032.asp

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Quality at a Good Price

by SpencerG , Jan 26 '00
Pros: many features
Cons: does not play standard CD's
The Sony DVP-S530D DVD player is affordable at $399.99 yet does not sacrifice any quality. This Sony DVD player gives you great DVD picture quality with features such as component video outputs, a built-in Dolby Digital decoder, and front panel Jog...
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Looking for a gift?

by digitalin , Dec 14 '99
Pros: Superb quality
Cons: price may be high
If you know someone that is just itching for that special DVD player for their entertainment system, this is it. I got one for the as an early Christmas present, and since its purchase, I've been glued to it. The ease of use and the quality that it...
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Excellent player so far.

by olyr , Dec 15 '99
Pros: Excellent player with great features.
Cons: No built in DTS and no zoom function.
I recently traded in a JVC XV-501BK for a Sony DVP530D due to problems with the JVC player. I've had the Sony for about 2 months and am very happy with it. The only feature it doesn't have that would be useful is a zoom function. The picture quality...
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DVD - Pros and Cons

by lmckelvy , Dec 22 '99
Pros: See review for list
Cons: See review for list
It's still a little early and DVD hasn't quite come into it's own - but it will, I can assure you. I purchased my Sony DVD player about a month ago and have been using it frequently. I have come up with a list of pros and cons about it (and DVD in...
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It's really good stuff

by harry_helpful , Mar 23 '01
Pros: all
Cons: nothing
The best part about the Sony DVP-S530D DVD player with a Dolby Digital Decoder built-in is the fact that it can be bought for less then £400 – some stores sell it for £350.

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Find it Cheap

by 12zeros , Jan 20 '00
Pros: CHEAP, Easy to Use
Cons: Not the top of the line
After months of careful searching for a great DVD player with features that were not only useful but easy to use I found the Sony DVP-530D. Features such as super slow mode and two speed fast forward the DVD player is amazing. You can buy a better...
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TV Hook Up Blues

by myerswp , Dec 17 '99
Pros: Quality Video and Audio
Cons: Owners Manual needs an update for the novice user
I had been shopping for a DVD player for several years and finally settled on the SONY DVP-S530D last month. This machine is everything I thought it would be for home use. Once setup, it provides great quality pictures and theater quality sound. This...
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Outstanding Performance at a Great Price

by ZombieLite , Apr 13 '00
Pros: Excellent Image Quality, Intuitive Remote
Cons: No Zoom, Doesn't Play CD-R(W) or MP3
If the ability to play MP3's or CD-R(W)'s on your DVD player is important to you, this Sony unit isn't for you. If you're looking for a player with multiple video and audio outputs, decodes 5.1 audio, has an intuitive remote control and gives outstanding...
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Whippin' the Llama behuind

by Pinion , Nov 16 '99
Pros: Compact and easy use
Cons: Hook up can be kind of confusing (but there's a book to help)
This is simply the best DVD when it comes to Price and quality. First, it's Sony, 'nuff said but for those not in the know it's the brand to buy if you want to make sure you're getting your money's worth. Second, this particular unit is Inexpensive (as...
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Sony DVD BUYER BEWARE!

by persius , Aug 07 '02
Pros: Output selection
Cons: Reliability
I purchased a Sony DVP-S530D DVD player 15 months ago- and yesterday I got a 'C 13:00' error on the screen. The unit had worked great up to that point; it ran a bit hot, but aside from that it was fine. I had no idea what this error message was - so I...
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From a mom's point of view

by greeneyedemon , Jun 30 '00
Pros: Reasonable price and had everything we needed.
Cons: Having to switch the remote to the tv setting in order to control volume
My husband and I purchased this particular DVD player in early January of this year at Best Buy. We payed about $290 for it (it was an open box buy).I was very skeptical of buying a DVD because I normally wait a while to purchase new products, in order...
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Great all-around player

by ecorrus , Dec 03 '00
Pros: Great picture and sound quality
Cons: Lip-sync problem and no DVD Navigator remote
I have had this player for over a year and I love it. I still encounter the lip-sync problem every once and awhile but a quick stop-play on the remote and it vanishes. The picture and sound are extraordinary! Having only paid $279 for it last year I...
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Sony should recall this POS, not cover up the problems

by skintigh , Feb 01 '02
Pros: Works ok, that is when it turns on, and doesn't overheat, or lose sync.
Cons: Have to leave it unplugged for 10 minutes before use/eject, loses sync during play.
I bought this DVD player a little over a year ago and it worked great. Sometimes the movies would be out of sync with the sound, giving it a weird "lip-synced" look to it, but I assumed it was a problem with the DVD I was watching. Sony's web site...
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Great player from a pro

by mattyboy , Nov 11 '99
Pros: Good Video, Good Audio
Cons: AV-Sync drift on 1 or 2 titles so far (out of 50)
I've actually been developing hardware and software DVD decoder products for around 4 years, so I'm a pretty rough critic. I found the abilities of this player to be great. Some of the features are pretty unnecessary, but better to have too much than...
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User Opinions on the DVP-S530D

by Motokichi , Aug 21 '01
Pros: Built In Decoder
Cons: some problems
The Sony DVP S530D is my first DVD player. I bought it in 1999 from Best Buy. At the time, the price for non-decoder versions at most outlets were this price, and I felt that I got the decoder for free. The rest of my system consists of a Nakamichi...
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Quality DVD player from Sony

by Rocks2k , Nov 06 '00
Pros: Great sound and video quality
Cons: can only hold one cd
I purchased the Sony DVP-S530D DVD player about 6 months ago. I have used it at least 4 times a week since I have had it and it still runs like new.

I bought the DVD player at a local Best Buy in my area. I paid $379.99 for it and I feel it...
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Great DVD Player

by AParrothead , Sep 26 '00
Pros: Good Value
Cons: None
Working in the television industry I am always in search of modern electronic components at a good price. I have always been a hardcore Sony fanatic and all my electronic devices are Sony products. Therefore I purchased the Sony DVP-530D and was truly...
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DVP-S530D -- It's A Sony

by akamystic , Apr 06 '01
Pros: All around great features
Cons: A bit more pricey than the competitor
Some people think you pay for the name when you buy higher end products like Sony. In most cases you get what you pay for. This is quite evident in some of the competitors equivalent models. Features and quality suffer in the hundred dollar price range...
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DVD wave of the future?

by h20z , Mar 26 '00
Pros: quality, sound, ease
Cons: none
My VCR just broke, and I was thinking about getting a DVD player for quite some time now. I went to a few stores looking around and I came across the new Sony 530 DVD player. It was a decent price at 349.99. So I went for it, it came with 5 free dvd's...
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Good deal, when it's on sale

by dmr , Oct 12 '99
Pros: built-in Dolby Digital Decoder, component video, simple to use, great quality picture and sound
Cons: Does your receiver decode Dolby Digital? If so, go for the 330: you don't need the built-in decoder in this player
I picked up this DVD player on a big sale, and that helped me justify the added price over the 330.

This product adds component video and a Dolby Digital decoder, over the 330. I'm looking forward to my next receiver (using my roommate's now),...
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Awesome! Worth The Price

by bamtino24 , Mar 21 '00
Pros: Picture and Audio Quality. Audio flexibility
Cons: Won't play copies, haven't heard of any chip upgrades to correct sync errors but have not encountered any.
If you need a DVD player with a build in AC-3 decoder look no further. I have a receiver with 5.1 inputs but no decoder and this unit performs great! I paid 350 which is more than some similar units but it has fiber, coax, and component video outputs....
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Novice DVD user

by tkao , Jun 22 '00
Pros: Lots of features, enough to keep the novice audio/videophile occupied
Cons: Not enough description of the features of the player for proper configuration.
I bought my Sony DVP-S530 on April 2000 from Best Buy in Cambridge, MA. The salesman was pretty helpful and didn't try to sell me a more expensive unit. I purchased the player for $332 and that included 5 free DVD's.

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I Love my DVD

by vinnyo , Feb 10 '01
Pros: Practical design, built in decoder,DTS, nice remote.
Cons: None.
I did some comparing before I bought this and found that it had everything I wanted for a reasonable price. Multiple slow motion speeds is very handy. Easy to set-up and true playback. Although not many available titles in DTS format yet, the few that I...
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Best Bang for Buck

by BBeddie , Mar 18 '00
Pros: Overall Quality
Cons: Non yet
I purchased the Sony DVD S539 based on a recommendation from Stereo Review and I'm so happy I did. This machine performs beautifully. The picture reproduction is impressive. The audio section is what you would expect from a $400.00 Sony cd player, what...
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I never Knew movie watching could be so fun!

by Mikeface , May 15 '00
Pros: extra features, ease of use
Cons: that stupid wheel on the remote
Before I purchased this wonderful piece of technology I very rarely bought movies or even rented them for that matter. This DVD player makes movie watching an enjoyable experience. I have had my DVD player for about a month and a half and I...
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Very good buy

by kathy720 , Dec 29 '99
Pros: Easy to use
Cons: Complicated to hook up
This Sony DVD player is definitely well worth the $349-$399 price you can find it for at many retailers. It is usable with a Dolby Digital-Ready receiver as it has the Dolby Digital decoder built-in, thus it is a nice piece of equipment if you have a...
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Ready for Recall?!!

by audioyster , May 05 '00
Pros: sleek, affordable
Cons: plagued with problems
My first DVD player experience has been frustrating! When we first noticed the audio/video sync problems, we thought it was us. Then the movies started to freeze halfway through and start from the beginning. The last straw was when an audio cd we...
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If it wasn't for the DVD

by deecampbell , Oct 30 '00
Pros: very good picture, user friendly
Cons: sensitive lens
Purchasing this product was not as easy as buying just any electronic mechanism. It took time, and convincing. I asked a lot of questions because I couldn't understand the difference between other products that functioned along the same line. However,...
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What Clarity!

by KyleQ , Apr 02 '00
Pros: Sound and Screen Clarity
Cons: Price
After hearing all the buzz and looking in the paper at other DVD
players, I decided to go out and purchase one. I looked at the
shelf and talked to several knowledgeble salespeople and decided
to purchase the cheapest Sony one that Best...
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Wonderful Product

by FeliciaAnn , Jan 07 '00
Pros: Quality, Great Features, Low Price
Cons: none
My boyfriend and I bought this DVD player over a year ago, and have enjoyed it immensely. We have had no problems what so ever with the player, and use it on a daily basis. We bought it for about $350 dollars in November of 1998 and for the price it had...
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Sony S530D is a Smash!!!

by NUKEMAN57 , Jan 29 '00
Pros: Excellent quality picture and sound
Cons: Somewhat of a price problem
The Sony DVP-S530D compares to no other DVD player currently out there. This baby blows VHS cassettes out of the water. I have never seen such great quality of sound and visual effects anywhere besides the movie theater. The difference in quality is like...
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Good Product, Bad Luck

by barinfinity , Jan 14 '00
Pros: Great Quality
Cons: skips and freezes the movie
I purchased the Sony DVP-S530D DVD player about 3 months ago. Since then I have had problems with it freezing the movies. I have returned 5 movies now just to try a new on but it happens again and again. I get half way through a good movie and all...
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Great Unit

by MikeF703 , Dec 17 '99
Pros: Reasonable price, great features, S-video connectors
Cons: none so far
I got a DVD-ROM in my new computer and thought that would be enough - after all, with a 17" screen and speakers, how bad could it be? The primary use for my DVDs was for travel purposes - I could stick one in a laptop and avoid those cut up...
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Check before you buy!

by ed.collar , Dec 19 '99
Pros: Features
Cons: The Suggester retail price
The Sony 530 has everything you'll ever need in a DVD player. Most notably, the chapter selector on the face is a feature worth paying for and one not available on the lower-end models. Funny enough, when I was reviewing the differences in the models, I...
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Good for first time buyers!

by cliffjoss , Dec 27 '99
Pros: Ease of setup and use
Cons: minor disc reading problems
I recently bought this player not knowing much about it. I was excited with the idea of finally getting a DVD player. I must say that I was not disappointed with this purchase. Everything about it is very easy. The setup and the remote control unit are...
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Sony's 530D still a great player

by NINDash , Dec 21 '00
Pros: Great system, no disc skips/lipsynch/errors, built in decoder
Cons: None that I know of.
I recently bought one of these from a guy on E-bay. First off I would like to warn people - Never buy a product from Emerson. I am completely amazed at how much Sony blew away my previous dvd player, an Emerson DVD 2000. The 530D plays all my discs fine...
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good dvd player

by epot2000 , Oct 21 '00
Pros: good quality picture and audio
Cons: price is a little high
good video and audio quality.supports all output video and audio connectivity on all available TV's and Stereo that have the capabilities of both analog and digital technology.Video is so clear especially when connected to TV that got S-video.Audio is so...
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AWESOME!!

by Rossii , Oct 23 '99
Pros: Excellent sound &video
Cons: Can't Play CD-R's?
I've been looking for a DVD player for several months checking out prices online and off. I finally decided to go with Sony and purchased the S-530D for an amazing $319.00 well below the $399 asking price of many Online stores. I really didn't think the...
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The Future Starts HERE!!

by toytruck304 , Jan 01 '00
Pros: Reliablity, Easy hookup, built in features
Cons: Owner's manual hard to read
If, you are in the market to take a step towards the future of video, then look no further than this Sony DVD player. I have been looking at DVD players for quite a while and have gotten so many different opinions that it would make your head swim....
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Great "entry level" DVD player

by genkle1 , Feb 03 '01
Pros: great features, easy to use, component video output
Cons: noticed a lip synch problem a couple of times
It's a great player overall. I didn't spare the $60 for the component video cable, and I LOVE the picture. Rented Blade Runner to try it out. The picture was very sharp, clear, and the colors were beautiful. I did notice a couple of times that the sound...
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Beautiful Picture and Sound Reasonable Price

by BurrC , Mar 28 '00
Pros: Elegant Appearance
Cons: Poor Configuration Instructions
I have been looking at DVD players for several years and felt most of them did not have a "quality" appearance. I also perceived the operating controls to be too complex on most units.
This unit finally made me take the plunge and I am...
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Great value for what you get!

by mrubinetti , Apr 07 '00
Pros: Sharp, clear picture. Excellent value for features.
Cons: Sound needs to go through stereo receiver or you are using the volume control a lot.
I purchased the Sony S530D DVD player a few weeks ago at "The Wiz". An incredible bargain at $299.99, I could not pass it up. It was easy to set up and start to play. There are so many features, there is a big learning curve to use them all. To...
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Beauty on your TV screen

by dramadiva22 , Dec 20 '99
Pros: It's Sony
Cons: It's Sony (price)
Okay, first off, I must say, I am not an electronic equipment authority. This may be why my recommendation of this DVD player means alot - or then again maybe not.

I have had this DVD player for several months. The picture quality is...
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A solid DVD player...but expensive

by Sillybob76 , Oct 26 '00
Pros: Very nice features, a high quality player
Cons: A little on the expensive side, may want to check out your options for that price...after all, prices are always going down
My friend owns this DVD Player, and I have gone over to his house numerous times to watch movies. The DVD Player is top of the line as far as performance. It plays the movies beautifully (skip-free and about as high-definition as I have seen). All the...
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Tried and tested

by gururyan , Jan 19 '00
Pros: Processors are cheaper in DVD than in a receiver.
Cons: Single drawer player.
I had heard reviews of a problem occurring with this model concerning the audio track not being in sync with the video. I have since purchased the player in question and have watched over 250 movies on the player. Not once has this problem occurred. I...
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Entertainment at its best

by wingerd , Dec 12 '99
Pros: High quality, easy to use
Cons: A little expensive
Recently my wife and I just purchased this Sony DVD player,
and we have been having a lot of fun playing around with it.
I have found that the control options are very self explanatory,
especially since the manual was lost. The quality of...
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What the other reviews don't tell you...

by ben-adfg , Dec 21 '99
Pros: Two digital audio outputs, component video and S outputs
Cons: I've encountered none yet...
Just getting into DVD and not sure you want to fork over $500+ for a player? Check out Sony's DVP-S530D. Though Sony has a great name in home electronics, the price is normally commensurate with the name. This DVD player however is a different story....
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Get One

by CheezeeMee , Mar 20 '00
Pros: Screen Saver!!!!!!!!!
Cons: Remote control
I bought this product because if the reputation Sony has. In my epinion when it comes to video, nobody does it better than Sony. My DVD player is now almost a year old and has not let me down yet. I love the screen saver it has. I hate the remote...
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DVD greatness

by djsplendid Epinions Most Popular Authors - Top 1000, Jan 11 '00
Pros: easy to use, inexpensive
Cons: n/a
When i originally went shopping for a DVD player, i figured id just get a new PC with DVD installed. Boy am I glad i didnt do that! My search lead me to a large retail electronics store, where upon arriving i walked directly into the DVD section. the...
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Piece of junk

by carlivar , Jun 29 '03
Pros: Lots of features, good picture and sound
Cons: RELIABILITY, can't read CDRs
This is the worst audio/video component I have ever owned. That's surprising, since I thought Sony had a pretty good reputation.

I've owned this about three years. After two years, it broke. It wouldn't recognize any discs in it (always...
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Love my DVD

by firesdcndl , Oct 31 '01
Pros: So easy to operate. A child can do it. Love my DVD.
Cons: I haven't found any.
I've had my player almost a year now and can't figure how or why I wanted to collect all those video tapes that are hard to store, carry and what not.

My player is light, slim and so easy to operate. I love it. The push of 3 buttons and I'm...
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Sony Review from a Sears Associate

by MaximumC2 , May 09 '00
Pros: Quality, Durability, Options, and Ease of use
Cons: Higher model can get expensive
Sony has played a leading role in the entertainment experience for a good number of years. Sony's own creation of their DVD players only enhanced the quality of all DVD players already on the market. Sony set a standard with their players. Most Sony...
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Welcome to the 21st century

by txbreeze01 , Apr 28 '01
Pros: Easy to use, clear picture, well known brand
Cons: Doesn't flip sides very fluently
We got ours as an open box special and we were kind of worried but to our surprise it works wonderfully. We have had it for over a year now and have had no problems at all. The picture is clear and the remote is easy to use. The only thing we have...
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All around good dvd player

by cybermaven , Oct 01 '01
Pros: good video quality.good sound quality. decent price
Cons: switching from dolby to dts can be annoying
This dvd player fits the bill. It has dolby 5.1 capability, dts capability, coaxial or optical inputs and you don't need a receiver for 5.1 dolby. Basically for its price this dvd player gives you quite a bit of functionality. Configuration seems...
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Good For Nothing

by funkybeef307 , Jan 27 '01
Pros: good graphics for a short time
Cons: broke down on me..Sony can't fix the problem
The Sony DVD player worked great for only a few months. Then I sent the unit back to Sony for repair because of the lip synch problem. Sony fixed problem, but now the DVD player cannot make it through any movie without skipping scenes, freezing at...
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Sony...Solid as usual

by muls , Feb 22 '01
Pros: Excellent picture quality, many features, Menus are easy to navigate...
Cons: No Zoom, doesnt play cd-r's
I purchased this DVD player after seeing my brother's. The picture quality is amazing. VHS doesnt come close. I have mine hooked into a Sony 36" Wega TV, so the viewing experience is complete.

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a fine edition to the sony family

by kebon , Apr 05 '01
Pros: awesome picture quality and sound
Cons: none
You will hear alot of people talking about great dvd players, and Im sure there good but they havent expereinced the quality sound and exceptional picture that this bad boy throws at you.This state of the art product comes with a decoder built in and 2...
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This is what you call a Sony Dvd player

by pattic222 , Apr 11 '01
Pros: Great picture Great sound There is more to it
Cons: none
I brought a Sony Dvd player last year for my husband . What we love about it this unit has great picture great sound. (you can not beat this) this unit has everything you can ask for.We play it every night . We also have this hooked up to surround sound....
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Sony DVP-S530D: A Great Buy!

by Mr.Roberts , Jun 30 '00
Pros: Picture quality and relatively low price
Cons: Not one!
To be honest, we purchased our Sony DVD player mainly because of the name, at least at the start. It turns out this was a great purchase. With so many "knock-off" companies out there, we decided to go with an old reliable company. Sony has a...
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A great DVD player: for a price

by Avgeristep , Jun 27 '01
Pros: Great sound, great scenes and overall a great experience
Cons: It is really on the exspensive side
This is one of the best DVD players on the market. As well as it should too for the price that they have put on it. The tracking is unbelievable and even if the disk has scratches on it, no problem, it reads right through. Too bad all the DVD players...
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Great DVD Player for the picky

by tprender , Sep 18 '00
Pros: Everything
Cons: Nothing
First, let me say that I am EXTREMELY picky when it comes to video devices. I've spent about 2 years trying to find the right TV, VCR, DVD, Home Theater Setup, etc.

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I purchased the DVP-530 about 1 year ago. I had...
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Don't Waste Your Money

by hhhappyboyyy , Nov 06 '01
Pros: It plays DVD's
Cons: It fell apart the first day I got it.
Some dogs have big ears, some have fluffy tails, some of them like chew toys and the rest of them are crazy. i have a dog who likes to eat rats for his breakfast (aren't I special??). La la la. Some dogs have big ears, some have fluffy tails, some of...
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DVD -S530D

by leonia_griffin , Apr 05 '01
Pros: Realistic, Affordable, Easy to hook-up
Cons: None
DVP players are affordable, reliable and realistic then going to a movie theater. When buying a DVP player test it out first before leaving the store if this store is not to be trusted. If you find yourself with a DVP player that is a complete DUD...
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It's easy to be pleased...

by andre98 , Apr 02 '01
Pros: If you are an audiophile, or plan to be one, this is for you.
Cons: A little pricey if you just want the basic features
I say that, because the technology of DVDs, like CDs is hard to get wrong. It is pretty much a standard across the board. My wife bought this unit for me for a surprise at Christmas of 1999. I supressed my urge to examine what she paid because it was...
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better than most

by sporter , Oct 21 '00
Pros: easy
Cons: ?
This DVD player is the future of all movies eventually video tapes are going to become rare and out dated. The CD did it to the cassette who did it to the record. You can even play cds on this. There is an on screen menu that allows you to change many...
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Best Deal out there

by jkb53 , Jan 20 '00
Pros: Sound Quality, affordability
Cons: nothing
Dear reader,

This is by far the best DVD player out there. It has the combination of durability, sound quality, and affordability. This DVD surpasses all others in every category imaginable.
Sony has come up with such a...
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Great DVD

by fursty , May 24 '00
Pros: Great player, fun extras
Cons: hard to set up with old equipment
I received this DVD last summer as a wedding gift. Although I haven't had the chance to really test out its video and sound power because of my otherwise piddling tv/stereo set up (such as it is), this is a great DVD. I was a relatively early converter...
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Best Value for a DVD player.

by firesgar , Jan 22 '00
Pros: great value, many functions
Cons: none
The Sony DVP-S530D is to me, by far the best value out there. It is very reasonably priced at around 600 dollars and comes equipped with some great features that will let you use it for your whole home stereo system. Not only does it play DVDs, but it...
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Great player

by youthmanron , May 24 '00
Pros: All the above
Cons: None
I bought this because of the Sony name but I love this player I have 2 other players and this is by far the best easy to use
I really like that you can see how long or how much time is left on a movie cool touch
There is nothing I dislike...
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Great DVD Player

by claudiomeira , Oct 06 '01
Pros: Excellent playback, High Quality Picture and Sound, multi -component jacks.
Cons: no jog shuttle on remote
Before reading this review:
If you have any question, issues or any comments about this DVD player or any Sony dvd player. Go to www.agoraquest.com
A great place for any Sony lover. You can post questions in the forums.


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Care Free

by rstampa , Jul 26 '01
Pros: Easy to use full feature menu.
Cons: None
Because it is made by Sony there is never a problem with stops,freeze ups that most other players have. I have researched many different models and brands of players and this is the best for my money. I am delighted with my purchase.
Although most...
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The great sony sleek play

by lowow , Jul 07 '00
Pros: Its sony
Cons: none
I bought this product because its sony of course the electronics made. well I always love sony products i have a lot of their product. Also its stands up to its name as a sony product. My experience with this has been so fun to use and to watch crisp...
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Great...but at what price

by georgesimpson , Oct 24 '00
Pros: perfect quality, features
Cons: expensssssive
Wow!! This sony player really amazed me. I have had experience with many different dvd players. There is no feature that I can think of in the present dvd market that this player doesn't have. It has great, I mean perfect, quality picture and sound...
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Amazing quality + Batteries included!

by NutCruncher_69 , Feb 08 '01
Pros: Quality
Cons: Price
This piece of equipment is amazing! The picture and sound quality are excellent. I have seen this DVD Player on many different types of televisions and no matter the size, shape, or anything else the quality of the sound and picture quality is breath...
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A MUST BUY!!!

by winniethegu , May 11 '00
Pros: everything
Cons: nothing
This is one of the best DVD players ever made. I got this for around $350-$325 about half a year ago. This sound quality, picture, decoder, is phenominal. I have a nice home theater system which utilizes this DVD player amazingly. If you want to buy...
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Best Deal For the Money

by payul , Apr 18 '00
Pros: Sony quality, durability, ease of use
Cons: Price
The DVD player is AC-3 ready and has s-video output. It also plays Cd videos, cds, and dvds. The DVD player features a easy to use remote and the remote has the buttons positioned very well. The dvd player has had no problems and I have purchased...
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Excellent player

by scorpio765 , Dec 23 '99
Pros: DTS, Dolby
Cons: Haven't found any yet.
I bought this DVD player after much debate over which product. Since I've had good experiences with Sony, this DVD player was an excellent buy. I paid $329 for it. It has the features that I like, DTS, Dolby surround sound, repeat, menus, jump to next...
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Very Impressed

by eponagai , Jan 23 '00
Pros: Great quality, and sound!
Cons: none to report
well for comparison.... i really cant state a good opinion, because this was the first DVD player i have owned, but i can say the i am very impressed with the quality of the product. I believe that the sony DVP-S530 replaced the older player the...
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Greatest machine for price range....

by Teiksim , Dec 21 '99
Pros: Mind blowing quality
Cons: no noise reduction option on this model
I recently purchased the Sony 530 and I must say that without a doubt, it is the best 400 bucks I have ever spent. The picture quality is amazing,even with composite hook ups, stunning sound also with Dolby Digital. Anyone who is looking for a first DVD...
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Sony does it again

by lipdawgs , Apr 19 '01
Pros: good sound, good picture
Cons: none
This is a very good dvd player. I own one myself and i am very satisfied with this purchase. Not only does the outstanding picture quality make it good but the sound is great. I never thought you could really tell the difference in DVD players sound...
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A power machine

by Jason21088 , Sep 23 '00
Pros: Great Performance
Cons: Expensive
It's just like being at the movies... But the movies come alive in your living room. Some people may say DVDs aren't much better than movies but those people have never seen the power of this DVD player. When I first got it I was skeptical of it's...
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This is the best

by thefunkbunker , Apr 18 '01
Pros: picture perfect, excellend system
Cons: no flaws
At first, when I saw this DVD player on sale at 469.99, i thought "you gota be kidding me". That seemed way too expensive, but after watching the floor model, i was glued to it. The sound...perfect, picture...perfect as well. Now, after having this for...
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I love it

by spectress25 , Dec 17 '99
Pros: the best
Cons: none
I have to admit that when my husband and I first started looking into DVD players we did not have a clue as to what we were getting into. So we checked out all of the products and finally got a Sony DVD player. I have to say it was our salesperson who...
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Worth it or not?

by mikaro515 , Jun 27 '01
Pros: Neat, high in quality, sony has done it again
Cons: Its alittle to high price
I find this product to be a very good find but the price is alittle high. I am not saying that its not worth it because by all means Sony has stood up to its reputation. Personally I have tested the player and I liked it and I would have bought it but I...
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Sony has the lead!

by Dacaptn , Oct 24 '00
Pros: Fiber-optics hook-up, C.D. player, DTS
Cons: Only one disc.
In December of '99 I was given a Sony receiver for Christmas. It only took me about two months after that to buy a DVD player. While I was looking at DVD players, I was first convinced to buy another brand by the salesman. Just as I was about to pick...
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Doesn't Play cd-r but....

by JelloDK , Feb 02 '00
Pros: Great Picture, Great Sound
Cons: Lip-Sync (which can be fixed), Lack of CD-R support
I purchased this DVD player back in October, even against some people's advice given the lip-sync problem. Since then, I have thrown quite a few movies at it, including Saving Private Ryan, The Matrix, and The Fifth Element. It played all of these...
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Great system

by Westernpalidin , Jan 22 '00
Pros: great
Cons: maybe to great
All i have to say is that its gret it works well and fast. It is probaly one of the best ones out there. I can only recomand it though you have to try it to get your insert on it.











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Great Affordable Sony DVD

by ckunin , Jan 31 '00
Pros: built-in 5.1 channel processing, component output, price
Cons: haven't found any yet
I chose the DVP-S530D based on a combination of the price and the performance. I was looking for a DVD-player that had built-in 5.1 channel surround sound processing and a component video output connection. Although the manufacturer's suggested retail...
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Less is More

by ransomc , Dec 15 '99
Pros: Inexpensive, Component plugs
Cons: Spinning of DVD is loud
I bought this product back in June of 1999. It was a great value because of it's low price and component capabilities. The picture is great and sound is awesome. There are many different options to chose from. If you are looking for an entry level DVD...
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going to the movies? Just stay home!!

by Sony781 , Jan 25 '00
Pros: sound and picture quality
Cons: none
DVD is the best way to watch a movie. and its even better with the Sony S-530D. This DVD player is definatly good for its money. the price is reasonable and the quality is unbelievable. the picture is clearer then anything else and the sound is...
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DVP-S530D DVD player

by adamb1 , Apr 21 '01
Pros: Cant go past a sony. Top brand, reasonable price, great features.
Cons: A little bit more expensive than some other brands.
You really cannot go past Sony, the world's leading brand for this magnificent DVD player. It combines all of the latest features and is packed with user-friendly options. Over the past few years DVD players have really taken over from Video and now the...
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SONY Super Buy!

by Dark2 , Apr 08 '00
Pros: Picture,Sound,Ease of use,Value
Cons: no jog shuttle on remote
First, I want to thank all who reviewed this product previously. I found their advice and info invaluble!
I read reviews both off and on the internet for over a month, took my friends dvd players for a test drive,and compared features and...
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