SONY DVP-NC615/B 5-Disc DVD Changer

 (16 customer reviews)

Finally found a DVD changer to handle MP3 playing. This player supports MP3s on CD-r and Cd-rw (haven't tried the rw yet, cd-r worked flawlessly). I was seeking an affordable changer to handle DVD and CD/MP3 audio. This player is unique in that it actually displays 32 characters of the MP3 file, very handy for choosing between the 200 files on a CD. Also, tested out a VCD I made using Pinnacle Express, no problems there either. Satisfied so far, although compared to others it lacks the digital audio optical output, however it does provide the cable. I don't have the speaker set-up to take advantage of the optical out so no problem for me but may be of imprtance to others. Remote seems typical of Sony and like others takes some getting used to. Very satisfied so far, would highly recommend NVPNC615 or the progressive scan model NVPNC655 (655 did have the optical out).

I got the NC615 (not from Amazon) in July 2002 primarily to check for DVD-R playability and quality control (I'm a video producer and burn DVDs for clients). I had a total of about 3 hours use on the player in the first 8 months I owned it. Then I bought Sopranos DVD sets and started using it more regularly. It was then I noticed it would stall, freeze, and then cut off periodically. At first it was so infrequent that I tried to attribute it to disc abnormalities and let it go. Dealing with defective products is such an incredible hassle . . . expensive shipping, multiple calls and many, MANY minutes on tech support hold lines, pulling out entertainment centers and dealing with a mass of wires and dust in a small spaces, etc. Also, since the measly 90 day labor warranty (by far much more important than parts) had long passed, I knew I'd likely be footing 90% of any repair bill at that point anyway, so I succumbed to the denial that the player was at fault.I could only...Read more

I'll admit, I'm demanding of my MP3 devices. I purchased this product with the desire to get a good DVD that would allow me to play my MP3 CD's and remove my 5 disc CD player from my entertainment center. The DVD is great. It plays nasty DVD's from the library and doesn't skip. Very nice.
The down side is the audio features. I have a Sony portable MP3 player and it has all the features I need and use. Unfortunately that spoiled me. I expected similar features and friendly interface from this player. If you're into MP3 CD's here are some warnings.
- when it says it will randomize your MP3/CD/DVD discs, it won't go into the actual tunes on the CD. An MP3 CD or a DVD is considered one track and will want to play start to finish.
- The on screen MP3 selection is a neat start but do you really want to go to the TV to select an individual song? Selecting a folder is logical but more often I would like to pick a bunch and set it running. Most importantly, you can't...Read more