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2002/4/24-25 [Computer/HW/Drives] UID:24556 Activity:high
4/24    Recommendations on a multi-region DVD player?  I prefer to not mod
        it.
        \_ I prefer not to split infinitives
           \_ i am going to annoeyingly post and to boldly go
              whatever and werever i please(spelling errors added
              for annoyance value.)
              whatch now; as i misuse the semicolon. and forget
              capitalization.  i only reach for my shift key so
              i can misuse punctuation.
           \_ I speak English, not Latin, so I don't worry about it.
        \_ My Aiwa is multiregion.  The real thing you want to look for is a
           player without Macrovision.  Search Google.
           \_ Most of what I found with respect to this are players modded
              by small third-party companies.  Are they reliable?  And
              what model is your Aiwa?
        \_ I have a Toshiba I bought in asia which is multiregion but somehow
           it still doesn't read all DVDs here. Any clue about this format
           issue?
           \_ REA. http://www.dvdcity.com/codefree/codefree-dvd-info.html
        \_ Apex
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A Code free DVD player is a DVD player that is capable of playing DVD discs from around the world. Normal (meaning non-Code free) Why are there different regions? Movies are released on DVD at different times around the world, typically America and Canada first, Australia and Japan 6 months later, and Europe 12 months after US release. In some instances, DVD movies are available for purchase in America and Canada before they are released in European cinemas. Due to the high quality of DVD and the movie release system used by Hollywood, 6 regions were establish to prevent people from watching Region 1 movies before they were released on Regions 2-6. DVD Region Locking is a system used to control which DVD movies play on which DVD Players. This means that movies from Region 1 (USA & Canada) WILL NOT play on a DVD player regions 2-6. Effectively Region 1 discs play only on Region 1 DVD players, Region 2 discs play only on Region 2 DVD players and so on. If you purchased your DVD player at any large electronics chain store like The Good Guys or Circuit City, then you have not purchased a Code free DVD player. If you're still unsure, simply attempt to view an overseas DVD to see whether it will play or not. The Region Code is usually specified on the back of the individual DVD packages, either with a Regional Coding logo of a globe with the region number superimposed over it, or specifically spelled out. It is possible, but unless you're an engineer, it's not recommended. Far too many people attempt to do this and end up damaging their DVD players. Also, by attempting to modify it yourself, you void any manufacturer's warranty. Macrovision is a form of copyguard protection encoded into DVD discs that prevents people from making illegal copies. A standard DVD player contains a special Macrovision-enabled digital-analog conver chip that is activated when a DVD is played. The activated chip applies copy protection to the analog output and causes copies made on most VCRs to be substantially degraded. No, most of our Code free DVD players do not process copyguard protection. As a result, you can safely make backup copies of yor DVDs without worrying about a distorted recording. Please check the dvd player specification to see if the player is macrovision free if you are looking for that feature. Disclaimer: We do not recommend or condone the act of breaking copyright laws. You are legally allowed to own a Code free DVD player, but you can not use it for illegal purposes. Please check your State and Federal copyright laws for details. Some of our DVD players do have the ability to play CDs. Consult the specifications on each model to find one suitable for you. Recently, the Motion Picture Association of American (MPAA) has developed a new system called REA which will be included on almost all new region 1 DVD releases. This new technology was created to prevent consumers with Code free DVD players from watching DVD discs purchased in North America. From now on, most region 1 DVD discs will be including this technology. As such, you may find in the future that some DVD discs bought in the United States will not work on your Code free DVD player. Currently, there is no word on whether or not this technology will be included on other regions. It is unfortunate that the MPAA has felt the need to create this new system, as it is truly a violation of your rights as a consumer. Unfortunately, it's a turn-of-events that no one is our market could have anticipated and we apologize for any inconvience this may cause you. Related Code Free DVD information links 15 Code Free FAQ 16 Picture of the 6 DVD Regions 17 NTSC/PAL/SECAM TV Systems 18 Browse our current NTSC/PAL DVD Players 19 Browse our current Code Free DVD Players Why Buy From DVDCity - An Authorized Dealer * DVDCity only sells A-stock products designated for sale within the USA unless specifically specified as B-stock/open box. Purchasing products from an authorized online dealer is one simple way to spare yourself undesirable hassles. Call today for friendly professional sales advice on Plasma TVs, LCD TVs, Projectors, DVD Players and Cables.