The Pioneer DV-420V-K Region Free DVD player offers HDMI output, DivX support, and a slim form factor that fits easily into any space or decor. Its Windows Media Player compatibility and HD JPEG playback ensure more sources for you choice. Other features include compatibility with DVD Audio, DVD-RAM, DVD±R/±RW, audio CD and CD-R/RW discs, as well as MP3, WMA and MPEG-4 AAC digital audio playback.

When you play DVD movies encoded with Dolby Digital soundtracks, the built-in decoder processes all of the audio data without an external decoder, and lets you enjoy the amazing fidelity through your stereo speaker system. With connectors for HDMI, Component Video, S-Video, A/V, and Coaxial digital audio outputs, you'll be able to connect your cable or satellite box, VCR, game console, home theater receiver, and other peripherals in no time!

Key Features:

• Dual-Layer/Single Layer DVD-R**/DVD/DVD-R/DVD-RW***/DVD+R/DVD+RW Compatible, SVCD/VCD/CD/CD-R/CD-RW Compatible, DVD
• Plays All-Region DVDs: Region 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 0
• Plays PAL and NTSC Region DVDs on all TVs.
• Built-in PAL to NTSC Converter
• 64 MB Video Converter
• DVD-R/DVD-RW compatible
• HD Jpeg playback
• Advanced Disc Navigator
• HDMI Output
• HDMI Terminal for Digital Audio/Video Out
• HDMI Upscaling (to View on 1080i/1080p)
• WMV (Windows Media® Video) Compatible
• Official DivX® Certified Product
• Compatible with All Versions of DivX® Video (including DivX® 6) with Standard Playback of DivX® Media Files
• 110/220V for Worldwide Use

This player does not need a multi-system TV or a external video converter: High power built-in 64MB video converter allows playback of PAL movies on a NTSC TV. 

• Guaranteed to play all old, current and future DVD movies including DVDs that are RCE/REA/RSS coded.
• Compatible with Standard and HD TVs
  
• Auto sensing region code selection and playback (no need to press any buttons or enter any codes, just insert your DVD and enjoy the ride)
• 540 Lines of resolution
• High Definition upconversion 480i, 480p, 720p, 768p, 1080i, 1080p
• HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface): The unit's HDMI simplifies A/V connections by carrying uncompressed SD or HD digital video and up to 8 channels of digital audio all in one cable
• The video output signal format can be set to 480p, 720p, 1080i OR 1080p
• 720p, 768p, 1080i and 1080p up conversion from conventional DVD-Video images (for use with high-definition and HD-ready TVs)
• 480p Component Output
• Digital Cinema Progressive Scan (3:2 Pulldown)
• Multi-Camera Angle Select 
• Multi-Language Select
• Multi-Subtitle Select
• Wide screen, Letterbox and Normal Picture Set-up
• 16X Power Picture Zoom
• Bit Rate Meter
• With a Bit Rate Meter display, featured on all Pioneer DVD players, videophiles can monitor picture quality.
• Icon-Based On-Screen Display 
• Easy to navigate, colorful on-screen menus allow for easy operation.
• Parallel Audio/Video Outputs 
• Parallel Video Outputs that let you connect your Pioneer DVD player via Composite, S-Video or Component Video outputs and view simultaneous images from each connected monitor. This feature is ideal for multi-room applications. For added ease of connectivity all models feature Parallel Audio Output of analogue and digital audio signals.
• Standard Remote Control
• Pioneer has consistently won the praise of reviewers for superior and intuitive remote control design. Ergonomically designed with critically placed fingertip controls make for quick and easy learning and operation. A convenient 4-way compass cursor pad at the center of the remote allows you simple navigation through even the most extensive DVD menu. 

• Comparison Specifications

  • Dolby Digital output
  • HDMI upscaling (to view on 1080p television)
  • Playable formats: Dual-layer DVD±R / DVD / DVD±RW / SVCD / VCD / CD / CD-R / CD-RW
  • HDMI connection, component video output (DVD, Video CD), S-Video output
  • Coaxial digital audio output, audio/video output
  • USB input (DivX/WMV), S-Video output
  • Advanced graphical user interface
  • 108 MHz/12-bit video DAC
  • 96 kHz/24-bit audio DAC

  Additional Specifications

  • WMV (Windows Media® Video) compatible
  • Official DivX® certified product
  • Compatible with all versions of DivX Video (including DivX 6) with standard playback of DivX media files
  • PureCinema 2:3 progressive scan
  • I/P simultaneous output
  • HD JPEG playback
  • JPEG PhotoViewer (Fujicolor CD)
  • Video adjust function with sharpness, brightness, contrast, gamma, hue, chroma level control
  • Zoom function
  • KURO™ link, CD to USB recording, advanced GUI

  Manufacturer Specifications

  • Virtual surround, dialogue enhancer
  • Sound equalizer (rock, pop, live, dance, techno, classic, soft)
  • Photo + music mix (JPEG slideshow with music)
  • Disc navigator for easy browsing
  • Last position memory (5 DVD discs/1 VCD disc)
  • Resume function
  • Screen saver
  • Auto power off
  • Power requirements: AC 120 V/60 Hz
  • ENERGY STAR certified

  Dimensional Specifications

  • Dimensions: 16.56" W x 1.94" H x 8.44" D
  • Weight: 3.15 lbs.