Pioneer DV-2242 Multi-Region / Multi-System DVD Player

The Pioneer DV-2242 is a multi-region, multi-system DVD player that supports playback of DVDs in both NTSC and PAL formats. It can play discs from all regions worldwide, making it an ideal choice for users with a diverse movie collection. The player connects to your TV via a composite video output and also features a USB port for playing digital files from storage devices. It supports popular formats such as DivX, MP3, WMA, and JPEG. Additionally, it includes a digital coaxial audio output for high-quality sound connection to home audio systems.

The unit comes with a European plug but includes an adapter for use in the United States. It features Advanced Sound Retriever technology, which enhances the quality of compressed audio files like MP3, WMA, and AAC, restoring the dynamic and harmonic details to deliver sound that’s close to CD quality. The 10-Key Direct Search & Play function makes it easy to access tracks, titles, or chapters using the numeric keys on the remote control.

To improve vocal clarity during dialogue-heavy scenes, the player includes a dedicated Dialogue Enhancement feature, which helps emphasize human voices over background sounds. Users can also manually adjust video settings such as sharpness, brightness, contrast, gamma, hue, and chroma level for a customized viewing experience.

The DV-2242 offers built-in DSP sound modes tailored for various music genres including Rock, Pop, Live, Dance, Techno, Classic, and Soft. It supports multiple audio formats including DTS, Dolby Digital, and Linear PCM. Additional features include Dynamic Range Control, auto power-off, and an energy-efficient design, making it a practical and economical choice for home use.