Just some info on the KISS 450 and 500 dvd/divx/ player

[BJ_M]

Just some info on the KISS 450 and 500 dvd/divx/whatever players ..

also the region free unlocking guide for these is found here (just updated):


http://www.firmware-flash.com/~hijacker/kiss/

KiSS DVD Player DP-450 FAQ

Q: What video codecs are supported by KiSS DP-450 ?

A: All video codecs that comply with the specifications of ISO-MPEG4 Advanced, Simple Profile, are supported by the DP-450. DivX 4.x and 5.x comply with this standard, exept DivX 5.02 features- GMC (Global Motion Compensation) and QP (Quarter Pexel) which are Advanced, Advanced Profile features.

Xvid 2.10 and Sigma's RPM4(RealMagic MPEG4) also complies with the supported standard.

Q: like to know if your DVD player DP 450 is region free and/or macrovision free ?

A: No, most certainly not. KiSS DVD-Players are not without Macrovision protection and are always region locked to a specific region. KiSS Technology A/S

Q: DP-450 is able to play DivX 4.x and 5.x, but what will happen when a new version of DivX is released? Is it possible to upgrade the software to support newer codecs ?

A: If a newer DivX codec is released, e.g. DivX 6.x, DP-450 will be able to play it if the codec is ISO-MPEG4 ; Advanced, Simple Profile compliant. A codec needs to be made from the principles and specifications of ISO-MPEG4 Advanced, Simple Profile to function properly on the DP-450.

Q: What recordable media are supported by KiSS DP-450 ?

A: CD-R (74 min + 80 min), CD-RW (74 min + 80 min), DVD-R , DVD-RW are supported by DP-450. This means that DVD+R and DVD+RW are not supported.

Q: Where can I get more detailed information about the player. I've already downloaded your PDF file, but it doesn't tell much ?

A: You will for now be able to get much more detailed information by reading this FAQ. You can also get extensive information by visiting http://www.kissdvd.com

Q: Does your player fully support SVCD movies (mainly subtitles)? What kind of subtitles does it supports in DivX files? Is it upgradable?

A: The initial release of DP-450 will not support any subtitles on either SVCD or DivX. This feature will most likely be implemented in a later software release for the player.

Q: The "Repeat Playback" function - will it allow a DVD, JPEG CD, etc. to repeatedly replay?

A: There are features on the DP-450 which enables Repeat mode on all of the above content.

Q: Is it possible to FF / FR (Fast Forward / Fast Reverse) through DivX films ?

A: No, but we have implemented a timesearch function, which allows you to jump to a specific place in the film.

Q: In JPEG mode can it show the pictures in full screen mode ?

A: Yes, it does that automatically and digital zoom function is also available with JPEG

Q: Does DP450 also support Mp3PRO?

A: No, MP3Pro is at this time not supported by DP-450.

Q: How do the discs have to be recorded for the player to play ?

A: All DivX and MP3 content should just be burned as a standard ISO9660 Data CD. (Closed Disc)

Q: Does DP-450 play DivX with MP3 audio?

A: Yes it does.

Q: Does DP-450 play media with multiple video / audio files ?

A: Yes it does. This also goes for multiple DivX files on DVD-R and DVD-RW. Remember not to mix different kinds of files though. Use only one type of file per disc.

Q: What dimensions does it play? like screens of 350 X 240, 720 X 640, etc ?

A: DP450 plays resolution up to PAL and NTSC standards upto 3 Mbit/s.

Q: Does DP-450 support MP3 with variable bitrate?

A: Yes, VBR MP3 is now supported.

Q: Which video outputs supports progressive scan ?

A: Component Scart (YpbPr) supports Progressive Scan in resolutions up NTSC standard.

Q: Is it possible to upgrade DP-450 software ?

A: Yes, software updates will be released on a regular basis on our website. Updates will contain latest Bug-fixes and possibly extra features.

Q: Does DP-450 have a built-in AC3 decoder ?

A: Yes, for AC3 to stereo downmix

Q: Does DP-450 support ID3 tags ?

A: Yes.

Q: How do I know what codec my films are encoded in.

A: Use the setup button to display the version of DivX the film has been encoded with.

Q: Is it possible to Fast Forward and Fast Reverse MP3 files ?

A: No, but it will be implemented in a later release.

Q: How do I make the update CD-R with newer firmware to update my DP-450 ?
A: You need burning software thats supports .ISO files. This could be Nero Burning ROM v5.5+ or Easy CD Creator v4.0+. When burning the image please make sure that the option "Disc at Once" is set and ensure that the disc is closed after writing. Please refer to your burning software manual on this matter. Follow the standard guidelines for making an .ISO recording. More help can be found on:

http://www.roxio.com
http://www.nero.com

Q: Which video file extensions are supported by the player ?

A: .MPG, .MPEG, .AVI, .VOB

Q: Which audio file extensions are supported by the player ?

A: .mp3 .ogg and soon .wav






Quote:
WEBTECH DP500 FAQ

Q: What codecs are supported by WEBTECH DP500 ?

A: All codecs that comply with the specifications of ISO-MPEG4 – Advanced, Simple Profile, are supported by the DP500. DivX 4.x and 5.x comply with this standard, exept DivX 5.02 features- GMC (Global Motion Compensation) and QP (Quarter Pexel) which are Advanced, Advanced Profile features.

Xvid 2.10 and Sigma's RPM4 also complies with the supported standard.

Q: I’d like to know if your DVD player DP500 is region free and/or macrovision free ?

A: No, most certainly not. WEBTECH DVD-Players are not without Macrovision protection and are always region locked to a specific region.

Q: DP500 is able to play DivX 4.x and 5.x, but what will happen when a new version of DivX is released? Is it possible to upgrade the software to support newer codecs ?

A: If a newer DivX codec is released, e.g. DivX 6.x, DP500 will be able to play it if the codec is ISO-MPEG4 – Advanced, Simple Profile compliant. A codec needs to be made from the principles and specifications of ISO-MPEG4 Advanced, Simple Profile to function properly on the DP500.

Q: What recordable media’s are supported by DP500 ?

A: CD-R (74 min + 80 min), CD-RW (74 min + 80 min), DVD-R , DVD-RW are supported by DP500. This means that DVD+R and DVD+RW are not supported.

Q: Where can I get more detailed information about the player. I've already downloaded your PDF file, but it doesn't tell much ?

A: You will for now be able to get much more detailed information by reading this FAQ. You can also get extensive information by visiting http://www.kissdvd.com

Q: Does your player fully support SVCD movies (mainly subtitles)? What kind of subtitles does it supports in DivX files? Is it upgradable?

A: The initial release of DP500 will not support any subtitles on either SVCD or DivX. This feature will most likely be implemented in a later software release for the player.

Q: The "Repeat Playback" function - will it allow a DVD, JPEG CD, etc. to repeatedly replay?

A: There are features on the DP500 which enables Repeat mode on all of the above content.

Q: Is it possible to FF / FR (Fast Forward / Fast Reverse) through DivX films ?

A: No, but we have implemented a timesearch function, which allows you to jump to a specific place in the film.

Q: In JPEG mode can it show the pictures in full screen mode ?

A: Yes, it does that automatically and digital zoom function is also available with JPEG’s.

Q: Does DP500 also support Mp3PRO?

A: No, MP3Pro is at this time not supported by DP500.

Q: How do the discs have to be recorded for the player to play ?

A: All DivX and MP3 content should just be burned as a standard ISO9660 Data CD. (Closed Disc)

Q: Does DP500 play DivX with MP3 audio?

A: Yes it does.

Q: Does DP500 play media’s with multiple DivX files ?

A: Yes it does. This also goes for multiple DivX files on DVD-R and DVD-RW.

Q: What dimensions does it play? like screens of 350 X 240, 720 X 640, etc ?

A: DP500 plays resolution up to PAL and NTSC standards upto 3 Mbit/s.

Q: Does DP500 support MP3’s with variable bitrate?

A: Yes, VBR MP3 is now supported.

Q: Which video outputs supports progressive scan ?

A: Component Scart (YpbPr) supports Progressive Scan in resolutions up to NTSC standard.

Q: Is it possible to upgrade DP500 software ?

A: Yes, software updates will be released on a regular basis on our website. Updates will contain latest Bug-fixes and possibly extra features.

Q: Does DP500 have a built-in AC3 decoder ?

A: Yes, for AC3 to stereo downmix

Q: Does DP-500 support ID3 tags ?

A: Yes.

Q: How do I know what codec my films are encoded in.

A: Use the setup button to display the version of DivX the film has been encoded with.

Q: Is it possible to Fast Forward and Fast Reverse MP3 files ?

A: No, but it will be implemented in a later release.

[BJ_M]

also -- has anyone seen these for sale anywhere in north america ?


or could ship one to n. america ... ?

i would like to test one ..

[crahak]

Those features are not really new (well, for people that were interested in it anyhow). Too limitative imho... And it's more $ than it costs me to build a HTPC... For post #2, nope. Haven't seen one yet.