help me, I get a free new player up to $179
 

Well my dvd crapped out and best buy couldnt fix it so i get to choose a new one for up to 179. Which one should i go for quality and fuctionality. (dvd,vcd,mp3 etc). should i get a prog scan. I can can go over 179 but i will just have to pay the difference. here is the link to the list that they have Linky poo

Panasonic DVD-RP62S.

I have one of these and it's a nice player for the price... $179.99.

No scaling feature though, dunno if that matters to you or not... That is, do you have a 16X9 set that locks when fed a progressive source?

Other than the lack of scaling (I think only JVC and Toshiba make a player in that price range with scaling?) it's well worth your money IMHO.

I have a Sony DVDNS700p. Its progressive scan, a nice silver finish, and a great picture. If you dont have a digital TV, the player can be switched to interlaced. Best buy has them, or should still.

If I were you I would throw in an extra 20 bucks and get the Toshiba 4800. Nice feature set, progressive, and does DVD-A if you ever get into the format. I just got in DVD-A myself, and now have to say there is no going back to regular CDs...if you are buying a new player now it is worth a listen.

J