 ONKYO (USA) - makers of all things hi-fi related - has announced the launch of its first HD-DVD player, the DV-HD805. It is also one of the first HD DVD players to take advantage of high-bit-rate audio streaming via HDMI version 1.3a.
The DV-HD805 is designed to partner with Onkyo’s 2007 A/V receiver line-up. Both the HD DVD player and the A/V receivers feature HDMI version 1.3a connections, making the combo a logical platform for high-definition 1080p video images.
It also nicely complements Onkyo’s A/V receivers by streaming of the new lossless surround sound formats, Dolby TrueHD and DTS-HD Master Audio, as well as two “lossy” formats, Dolby Digital Plus and DTS-HD High Resolution Audio.
The Onkyo DV-HD805 has the capability to support different frame rates, including playback at 24 frames per second, which is the native frame rate of the original sources for most HD content.
HDMI version 1.3a allows the DV-HD805 to offer the full potential of high-definition 1080p video (the native resolution of HD DVD discs). Furthermore, HDMI version 1.3a enables Deep Color technology to improve color tones and achieve finer colour gradation.
Also, when connected with the new Onkyo HDMI version 1.3a A/V receivers, the DV-HD805 is capable of high-bit-rate audio streaming output.
HD DVD specifications allow for the inclusion of web-enabled network connectivity to develop new and unique content such as additional materials and bonus features. In addition to downloading content, HD DVD users also have the ability to upload content and interact with providers, to participate in interactive polls for example.
The above is possible thanks to the DV-HD805 being equipped with an Ethernet port and the port is also used to enable its users to download any future firmware updates.
Its onboard HQV Reon VX video processing chipset provides video scaling to 720p, 1080i or 1080p and when used with the standard-definition DVD format, you can enjoy better video quality at the native resolution of the connected high-definition display.
The DV-HD805 will be available later in the year for our American cousins at a suggested retail price of $899. No price or release date for Europe as of yet.
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