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DVDs without country/region codes will play on any player or drive in any country/region.
The six major DVD countries/regions are:
Country/Region 1: North America
Country/Region 2: Japan, Europe, Middle East, South Africa
Country/Region 3: Southeast Asia
Country/Region 4: Australia, New Zealand, Mexico, Central and South America
Country/Region 5: Northwest Asia, North Africa
Country/Region 6: China
WinDVD is not
For example, if you play a DVD with a country/region 1 code, WinDVD sets the current country/region of your
Warning: You can change the country/region code only five times before the setting becomes permanent. When the country/region code locks, if you need help, contact HP Support.