Sony DVP-NS999ES - Manual (Page 26)

ES Series DVD-Video/CD/SA-CD Players; Version 3.0 Page 26
Audio Shield Plate (DVP-NS999ES)
The DVP-NS999ES prevents even minute interference between the
analog video and analog audio circuit boards. The boards are separated by a
substantial shield plate that includes a copper sheet to block radiation.
This substantial, copper-lined shield plate protects the analog audio
board from even subtle distortions caused by the analog video board.
Wideband digital outputs (DVP-NS999ES)
To deliver a high quality digital signal, the DVP-NS999ES employs a wide-
bandwidth optical module. It can achieve transmission speeds over 13 Megabits
per second. This offers plenty of headroom for the 4.6 Megabits per second
required by 96 kHz/24-bit outputs. The coaxial output delivers comparable
quality thanks to a high-performance pulse transformer. Both digital outputs
assure superb dynamics while holding noise and distortion to the bare minimum.
Audiophile-grade components (DVP-NS999ES)
Two capacitors with identical circuit values can have quite different sound
quality. For this reason, Sony engineers have taken the time to choose top-
quality audiophile-grade components throughout the DVP-NS999ES. The op
amps, resistors, capacitors and more have been individually selected and
matched for their sound quality. For example, carbon resistors with non-
magnetic leads have been chosen for their higher handling capacity. We chose
film capacitors for their superior audio characteristics. We even considered the
power plug. Sony engineers chose a grounded, 3-pin plug for superior
mechanical and electrical characteristics.