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LG DN898

Approximate retail price:

$80

Summary: A progressive-scan single-disc DVD player with pseudo-HD upconversion.

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Type: Progressive-scan single-disc players

About - LG DN898
The LG DN898 is part of the Blu-ray & DVD player test program at Consumer Reports. In our lab tests, DVD player models like the DN898 are rated on multiple criteria, such as those listed below. Film DVD at 480p: Scores of this picture-quality test indicate the sharpness and detail of images on HDTVs when the unit plays prerecorded film-based DVDs (most movies) at 480p video resolution. Video DVD at 480p: Scores of this picture-quality test indicate the sharpness and detail of images on HDTVs when the unit plays video-based DVDs (many prerecorded TV series compilations or concert videos, and home recordings) at 480p video resolution. Film DVD at 480i: Scores of this picture-quality test indicate the sharpness and detail of images on regular TVs when the unit plays film-based DVDs (most movies) at 480i resolution.

About - LG DN898

The LG DN898 is part of the Blu-ray & DVD player test program at Consumer Reports. In our lab tests, DVD player models like the DN898 are rated on multiple criteria, such as those listed below.

Film DVD at 480p:: Scores of this picture-quality test indicate the sharpness and detail of images on HDTVs when the unit plays prerecorded film-based DVDs (most movies) at 480p video resolution.
Video DVD at 480p:: Scores of this picture-quality test indicate the sharpness and detail of images on HDTVs when the unit plays video-based DVDs (many prerecorded TV series compilations or concert videos, and home recordings) at 480p video resolution.
Film DVD at 480i:: Scores of this picture-quality test indicate the sharpness and detail of images on regular TVs when the unit plays film-based DVDs (most movies) at 480i resolution.

About This Brand
LG, now a major consumer electronics brand, sells a full line of video players at a wide range of prices.

About This Brand

LG, now a major consumer electronics brand, sells a full line of video players at a wide range of prices.

Features & Specs - LG DN898
Video upconversion Can upconvert standard DVDs from 480i or 480p to 720p, 1080i, and for some models 1080p. Note that upconversion does not produce a true HD picture. Video upconversion	Yes
HDMI output HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) is a relatively new form of digital audio/video connection found on TVs, monitors, Blu-ray players, DVD players, receivers, cameras and digital TV tuners. HDMI has become the preferred connection method instead of component, etc., as it carries audio and video signals on the same cable. HDMI supports a range of standard- and high-definition video formats, although it can vary for each product. HDMI supports up to eight channels of uncompressed, 24-bit/192kHz audio. HDMI version 1.3, doubled the bandwidth of its predecessor (HDMI 1.2), and added support for 30-, 36- and 48-bit color depth and a new "xvYCC" color standard, as well as the new Dolby True HD and DTS-HD Master lossless audio formats (See "Dolby True HD" and "DTS-HD Master Audio") used in Blu-ray discs. HDMI version 1.4 added full support for 3D television, an audio return path, and ethernet network connection. Some Blu-ray discs, in order to be viewed in high-definition, will require that the Blu-ray player and the HDTV/display be connected using an HDMI cable as a copy-protection measure. HDMI allows content providers to limit the quality of the component video outputs, and your ability to record the content. HDMI output	Yes
Coaxial digital-audio out Digital-audio outputs are important only if your home-theater system lacks HDMI connections. As an alternative, you can pipe the digital audio signals--both stereo and multichannel--from the Blu-ray or DVD player, or television set-top box into a digital receiver. Coaxial digital audio interconnect, also called SPDIF cable, sends digital audio signals over a coaxial cable. This coaxial cable is the same as a composite-video cable -- both use common RCA connectors. Digital-audio, via coax or optical, supports multichannel Dolby Digital and DTS audio, but not the more advanced formats available over HDMI. When choosing your Blu-ray or DVD player, consider the models that have the outputs to match the inputs on your digital receiver or external, digital decoder. All Blu-ray and DVD players have digital audio outputs--coaxial, optical, or both. Coaxial digital-audio out	Yes
Optical digital-audio out Digital-audio outputs are important if you plan to pipe digital audio signals--both stereo and multichannel--from the DVD player into a home-theater system's digital receiver. Optical digital audio interconnects, also called Toslink cables, send digital audio signals as pulses of light rather than through copper wires. Like digital coax, optical cables support multichannel Dolby Digital and DTS audio. Most optical cables use the small, squarish Toslink connector, but there's also a smaller mini optical connector, which looks a lot like a standard 1/8-inch mini-plug. When choosing your DVD player, consider the models that have the outputs to match the inputs on your digital receiver or external, digital decoder. All DVD players have digital audio outputs--coaxial, optical, or both. Optical digital-audio out	Yes
Multichannel analog audio decoder For a DVD player with built-in decoding of Dolby Digital or DTS multichannel audio (necessary for full enjoyment of multichannel audio soundtracks if your receiver lacks this capability), these outputs may be connected to the multichannel inputs of your receiver or integrated amplifier. High-definition DVD players may also offer decoding of Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby True-HD, DTS-HD High Resolution Audio, and DTS-HD Master Audio -- four technically more advanced types of multi-channel audio that may be available on high-definition videodiscs. Multichannel analog audio decoder	No
Universal remote Controls not only its accompanying device but also other components, such as TVs of various brands. Universal remote	Yes
Screen saver Over time, long-term pausing of movies or displaying the player's menu or logo may cause parts of those images to "burn" into the screen, potentially resulting in permanent damage. A screen saver substitutes a moving image whenever the screen image is motionless for a long period. Screen saver	Yes
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General Information
Manufacturer	LG Electronics
Manufacturer Website Address	www.lge.com
Product Model	DN898
Product Name	DN898 DVD Player
Product Type	DVD Player

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Anonymous

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Menomonee Falls, WI

(6 of 7 customers found this review helpful)

1.0

Won;t stay on........

7/17/2010

Pros

Attractive Design

Easy To Set Up

Easy To Use

High Quality Picture

Cons

Flimsy Construction

Best Uses

Bedroom

Dorm Room

Home

Home Theater

Comment:

I used this product about every two to three days. Had it about four months, then all of a sudden it would shut off by itself. Tried turning it back on, but it would turn on and then shut off right away. Tried several times, but the same thing happened. Going to try a different brand, LG may have good phones, but their DVD players need improvement. I had a Sanyo DVD that lasted 5 years before it failed (with the same usage)...... LG four months....... Sanyo, $50; LG, [$]..... Go figure.....

Anonymous

from

GUATEMALA CITY CENTRAL AMERICA

(3 of 4 customers found this review helpful)

4.0

BUENISIMO!!! I LOVE IT!!!

4/18/2010

Pros

Attractive Design

BETTER PICTURE

Compact

Consistent Performance

Easy To Set Up

Easy To Use

High Quality Picture

Cons

HARD TO SEE DISPLAY

Best Uses

EVERYDAY USE

Home Theater

Comment:

I LOVE TO SEE THE ALMOST 1080 RESOLUTION<br />REMOTE CONTROL NOT SO NICE

Anonymous

from

San Francisco

(3 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

1.0

Disapointed in picture quality

1/3/2010

Pros

Easy To Set Up

Cons

Best Uses

Comment:

This unit replaced a 10 year old Phillips DVD player that was attached to my Sony Bravia HD LCD via S-Video cable. After replacing the DVD player and using the same S-Video cable we noticed a drastic reduction in picture quality. Two major issues appeared, one a moiré pattern within solid colored areas and second edges of smooth cures became stair stepped. Knowing component cable was better quality I switched the connection. This was still disappointing. The same issues but slightly less noticeable. Then I connected the HDMI connection. The picture quality now was no better than my old Phillips DVD player with S-Video output and no HD video up conversion. I'm returning this unit however I have no ideas on replacement.

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