DV-981HD vs DV-980H
The DV-980H's weight is 2.3 kg (5 lbs) against the DV-981HD's 2.4 kg (5 lbs) and its depth 267 mm against 270 mm. Both share signal-to-noise (100 dB) and thd (0.010%).
Both turn up in the same documented systems.
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The Oppo DV-981HD is a high-performance universal DVD player released around 2007, designed to play a wide range of disc formats including DVD-Video, DVD-Audio, SACD, CDs, DivX, XviD, WMA, MP3, JPEG, and Kodak PictureCDs. It features HDMI 1.1 output capable of upscaling standard definition DVDs to 480p, 720p, 1080i, or 1080p resolutions using a Faroudja/Genesis DCDi video processing chipset, providing excellent video quality for HDTVs. The player supports digital output of DVD-Audio and SACD audio tracks via HDMI by converting SACD's DSD to PCM, enabling multi-channel audio playback through compatible receivers. It lacks component video output, relying on HDMI and standard definition composite and S-Video outputs. Audio outputs include stereo and 5.1 analog, coaxial and optical digital, and HDMI. The unit measures approximately 1.6" H x 16.5" W x 10.6" D and weighs about 5.2 pounds. It includes a remote control, HDMI cable, and other standard accessories. The The DV-981HD is noted for its excellent video upconversion, broad format compatibility, and high-quality audio features, making it a versatile player for both audio and video enthusiasts.
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The DV-980H's weight is 2.3 kg (5 lbs) against the DV-981HD's 2.4 kg (5 lbs) and its depth 267 mm against 270 mm. Both share signal-to-noise (100 dB) and thd (0.010%).
Both turn up in the same documented systems.
The T562's signal-to-noise is 103 dB against the DV-981HD's 100 dB, its thd 0.003% against 0.010%, its weight 4.6 kg (10 lbs) against 2.4 kg (5 lbs), and its depth 280 mm against 270 mm.
The HD7600's signal-to-noise is 106 dB against the DV-981HD's 100 dB, its thd 0.003% against 0.010%, its weight 8.6 kg (19 lbs) against 2.4 kg (5 lbs), and its width 443 mm against 420 mm.
The DVP-S7700's signal-to-noise is 115 dB against the DV-981HD's 100 dB, its thd 0.003% against 0.010%, its weight 7 kg (15 lbs) against 2.4 kg (5 lbs), and its width 430 mm against 420 mm.
Both turn up in the same documented systems.
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