The hack actually works okay on both US and UK models, the problem being with the US models that, unless you have an NTSC/PAL TV (rare) you won`t benefit from it, unless you buy a remote control for the Sampo DVE611 ! UK owners should be okay as long as their TV can handle NTSC signals
Full URL for hack :
http://www.area450.com/hacks/regionhack.htm