In order to up-convert older media to higher quality screens, ownership of the Panasonic DVD player or a similar device is essential to enjoy media properly. The Panasonic DVD-S53 is designed to provide HDMI 720p output of DVD video and images and is capable of up-converting that video to 1080i for the highest possible quality. This DVD player even supports quality audio with DVD Audio 5.1 that creates a sort of a surround sound feel through the home entertainment speakers of the owner. The Panasonic DVD player is capable of playing DVDs, along with DVD-R, CD-R, CD-RW, MP3, WMA, Jpeg, MPEG4 and more to allow for enjoyment of an entire media collection. The Panasonic DVD-S53 comes built with DTS decoders as well as Dolby Digital, creating a high quality video and audio experience. This DVD player is created to allow owners with higher quality screens a way to enjoy those screens to their maximum potential. The Panasonic DVD player is an up-converting DVD player that produces high-quality images and sound.