Sony DVP-NS999ES - Manual (Page 9)

ES Series DVD-Video/CD/SA-CD Players; Version 3.0 Page 9
Sony's Pixel-by-Pixel I/P conversion overcomes this problem by employing
a third mode conversion mode, specifically for slow motion. Slow-moving pixels
are composed via a sophisticated hybrid algorithm from seven pixels on adjacent
lines and fields, to reduce motion artifacts and annoying resolution shifts to a
minimum. This mode delivers superlative resolution on objects that are moving
slowly, stopping and starting. So the overall effect is a stunning improvement in
image detail, clarity and solidity.
Because the motion detection system operates pixel-by-pixel, the ES
Series players can employ all three algorithms simultaneously, to optimize every
area of the video scene. Still backgrounds are impressively sharp and detailed,
while moving objects in the same scene are free from motion artifacts. And slow-
moving objects don't shift in resolution. You'll see more consistent, more
satisfying, more seamless 480P output with a wider variety of discs. The visibility
of scanning lines is all but eliminated. Connect a 480P-compatible television,
monitor or projector and prepare to be amazed. You'll approach the full glory of
high definition picture quality—from today's standard DVDs.
Just as you can adjust the threshold of film/video detection, you can
optimize the still/motion detection for the specific requirements of the DVD you're
watching. As before, the player can memorize your Still/Motion threshold for
favorite discs. So each time you play a title, you'll automatically get just the right
conversion!
You can adjust the Still/Motion detection threshold with this on-screen
display. As before, you can store your setting for favorite discs in
memory.
Vertical Edge Compensation (all models)
As we've seen, Sony's Pixel-by-Pixel Active I/P conversion of video
sources suppresses the zipper-like effect that can occur when moving areas of
two interlaced fields are combined in the same progressive frame. It's a major
step forward in picture quality. But there is a second, less obvious artifact that
can occur in part of the video image part of the time. Most people would not
notice the artifact without being told when and where to watch for it. But Sony's
program for the ES Series required us to address even subtle distortions.
The problem is jaggedness in the edges that separate areas of the scene,
especially when the edges are straight lines, when they're diagonal and when