Finally, a player that does what others only promise. If you search the internet for tips for a good DVD player, always actually want all the same: He should be able to play as many formats as possible (avi, divx, etc and DVD video course) He is able to read all discs (CD-RW, DVD + / - / R / RW, etc., etc ....) A USB socket for connection of drives or hard drives can not hurt either. It should provide a good picture Certainly every and good sound and future-proof with HDMI 1080p and be (as far as one can ever be) To get all these features, you had been apparently on "Cheap players" from no-name manufacturers have recourse. With all quality risks that these devices enhancements. Philips seems to have grasped the first brand manufacturer what customers really want. The DVP 5980 met all my requirements above. The player is not cheap. But as for me, the price EHR seems secondary in many other, if the performance is okay. One point I have only taken off since the USB port is in need of improvement. 3 folder levels are already very low and long file names are also for several years standard. This can a company like Philips certainly better. Nevertheless, my tip: BUY !!