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Philips DVP-3680 Multi Region Zone Free DVD Player HDMI

★★★★★4.0 (404 reviews)
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Play any DVD from any region in stunning 1080p with this Philips multi-region player featuring HDMI upscaling and EasyLink control.

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Overview

The Philips DVP-3680 is a dedicated multi-region DVD player built for viewers who collect or purchase DVDs from different countries. Out of the box, it plays discs from all regions (0 through 9) and handles both NTSC and PAL video systems, eliminating the frustration of region-locked players. Its 1080p upscaling via HDMI breathes new life into standard-definition DVDs, delivering a sharper and more detailed image on modern flat-panel televisions. The 108 MHz/12-bit video DAC contributes to smooth, accurate color reproduction during playback.

Beyond standard DVDs, the DVP-3680 supports a broad range of media formats including CD, SVCD, VCD, DVD±R/RW, DivX video, MP3, WMA, and JPEG, making it a versatile disc-based media player. The EasyLink HDMI-CEC feature simplifies your entertainment setup by allowing you to control the player and other compatible devices through a single remote. Outputs include HDMI, digital coaxial audio, and composite video, providing flexibility for different home theater configurations. For anyone who needs reliable, region-free DVD playback with improved picture quality, the DVP-3680 is a straightforward and capable choice.

Key Features

This Philips DVD Player allows you to watch DVDs(PAL and NTSC) from Any Country or region(0-9) with Proofreader Drive playback on any disc

Play CD, (S)VCD, DVD, DVD+- R/RW, DivX, MP3, WMA, JPEG

HDMI 1080p Up scaling, Proofreader Drive, Cinema Plus, Easylink to control all HDMI CEC devices via a single remote

lays DVDs from Region 0,1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8,(Remote included)

1080p Multi-Region DVD Player from Philips is compatible with NTSC/PAL video systems

Specifications

Brand
Philips
Model
DVP-3680
Region Playback
Multi-Region (0-9)
Video System
NTSC / PAL
Upscaling
1080p via HDMI
Video DAC
108 MHz / 12-bit
Outputs
HDMI, Digital Coaxial Out, Composite Video
EasyLink
HDMI-CEC
Supported Formats
CD, SVCD, VCD, DVD, DVD±R/RW, DivX, MP3, WMA, JPEG

Pros & Cons

👍 Pros

  • Plays DVDs from all regions (0-9) without modification or additional setup
  • Upscales video to 1080p over HDMI for improved picture quality on HDTVs
  • Supports a wide range of disc and file formats including DivX, MP3, and JPEG
  • EasyLink HDMI-CEC allows control of multiple devices with one remote
  • Dual video system compatibility handles both NTSC and PAL content

👎 Cons

  • No built-in Wi-Fi or streaming capabilities, limited to physical disc playback
  • Does not support Blu-ray discs, only standard DVDs and CDs
  • Lacks USB input for playing media files from external drives
  • Composite and coaxial outputs are the only alternatives if HDMI is unavailable

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, the Philips DVP-3680 is factory-set to play DVDs from all regions (0 through 9) without any modifications or hacks required.
Yes, it upscales DVD content to 1080p resolution via its HDMI output, which noticeably improves picture quality on modern HDTVs.
It plays CD, SVCD, VCD, DVD, DVD+R/RW, DVD-R/RW, and supports DivX video, MP3, WMA audio, and JPEG image files.
Yes, it is compatible with both NTSC and PAL video systems, so it works with TVs regardless of regional broadcast standard.
EasyLink is Philips' implementation of HDMI-CEC, which lets you control the DVD player and other compatible HDMI devices using a single remote control.

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