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What they do |
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allow you to watch a divx on a television, just like ordinary DVD
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Quality to consider before purchasing one |
1) Compatibility and possibility to update it
regularly. A good Divx reader can read videos both in a Divx format
and Xvid format. In addition, as these codec (especially Xvid) are
updated quite frequently, the producers must have a website from
where you can download updated firmware, otherwise you won't be able
to see a lot!
2) Chip. The quality of the chip that is integrated in
the reader is very important. If you can, pick a reader with a last
generation Mediatek chip. With less recent chips, you will have
problems at seeing divx with a high bitrate (such as 1000/1100 or
more kbps). You will also have problems with the sound (especially
if AC3; and if you have unusual audio formats such as ogg vorbis,
you won't have a chance); there are no problems with an mp3 audio
with constant bitrate; however, do keep in mind that poor quality
divx readers will have problems with mp3 variable bitrate (VBR).
The first generation chips are the Sigma 8500; the second generation
ones are the ESS and the third generation ones are the Mediatek.
Having said all this, do remember that if you have bought a poor
quality divx reader you can always re-do the encoding of your divx
(that is converting it using parameters that are accepted by your
reader). However, this procedure can be rather time consuming...
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The cost of a divx reader can vary between 70 and 200 USD,
depending on where you buy it from, its quality, its characteristics
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Brands to keep in mind (Divx readers sale) |
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The main brands are slowly entering in the arena. However, brands
such as Philips, JVC, Yamaha are refining their products and
increasing their divx standards. Between the available divx
readers, you should prefer the ones with Mediatek chip. One of the
best divx readers (in this moment) is Pioneer 575. |
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