DVD player in Home theater systems

Just make sure at least it has Progressive Scan if you have a large modern TV. If you're buying new, then it will.

It has progressive scan as well as HDMI component. My TV just has DVI, so will have to get a converter.

If you want one do it all. Look for a universal player which does dvd-audio and sacd, has a hdmi connection for when you will want to use that. Has a very good video section and audio section. The Denon 2910 comes to mind.

I am going for the T+A SADV 1245 R HD. This does every thing. I am hoping that it will do a good job on Audio 2 channels.

I strongly suggest that you look at the Esoteric DV50S. I previously had the Proceed PMDT which was excellent for both audio and video when it worked. Was sent a Lexicon RT10 as a replacement (they no longer repair transports in PMDT) Hence, I began my search for the best Universal player in the $4,000-$6,000 range. I looked at damn near everything on the market (Linn, Meridan, Ayre, Denon, etc.) The Esoteric unit is fantastic in SACD, DVD Audio Playback, Wonderful imaging with Video (using HDMI/DVI) and a solid red book cd player. I love the unit and have been having a blast with it IMHO.