Sony BDP-S550 1080p Blu-ray Player

admin — Fri, 29 Jan 2010 01:54:45 +0000

Amazon.com Product Description Bring home the future of Blu-ray Disc technology with BD-Live and the BDP-S550 Blu-ray Disc player. The S550 is the step-up model to Sony's BDP-S350. It adds a gigabyte of onboard memory, so you can enjoy expanded Blu-ray capabilities like BD-Live interactive features right out of the box, and dts-HD compatibility for studio-quality sound. BD-Live takes your movie experience to a whole new level. Download and stream bonus content such as additional scenes, shorts, trailers and movie-based games. Equipped with a built-in Ethernet port, the BDP-S550 makes it easy to access specially created BD-Live content and Bonus View features. A USB port that allows you to add more storage to access the growing number of special features that will be available given the immense storage capacity of Blu-ray discs themeselves. This player outputs a Full 1080/24p True Cinema picture andÂ upscales your existing DVD collection to 1080p when using the HDMI connection. Dolby TrueHD/DTS-HD delivers studio master quality audio which is designed specifically for high definition entertainment. Make the most of all of these features with the icon-based Xcross Media Bar, which provides simple navigation of the player's menu system. Key Features Slim chassis True 1080p Output (Learn more) 7.1 Channel Dolby Sound , Dolby TrueHD and dts-HD (Master Audio and High Resolution Audio) (Learn more) 1 Gb of onboard memory and a USB Port Allows More Storage for Access to More Special Features, Like Bonus View (Learn More) Ethernet connection for BD-Live Compatibility and firmware updates (Learn more) Higher Bit Rates mean less video compression (Learn more) Emmy-Award Winning Xross Media Bar Interface (Learn More) Bravia Sync for Easy Connectivity (Learn More) Learn More More Picture See Everything Your HDTV Can Show You with Full HD. 6 Times the Picture Data on DVDs See everything your HDTV can show you. Blu-ray Disc's Full HD 1080p resolution produces over 2 million pixels per frame to produce a razor-sharp picture with unmatched depth and clarity that takes full advantage of the capabilities of today's 1080p HDTVs. That's six times the picture data contained on DVDs, which are encoded at only 480p. 24p True Cinema Video Output Most of all Hollywood movies are shot at 24 frames per second, and Blu-ray Disc movies are mastered at 24 frame per second, so it is only fitting that the Sony Blu-ray Disc Players can output your films at 1080/24p for a true film-like experience at home. Of course, Sony Blu-ray Disc Players can also output at 1080/60p for more traditional HDTV sets on the market. Either way Sony has you covered for the best picture possible in Full 1080p. Backwards compatible and Upscaling All existing Blu-ray Disc players will play your standard DVD collection without a problem. And with built-in 1080p video upscaling, they'll look even better. More Bits In the digital world, picture quality is not just about resolution, but also about bit rates. The higher the bit rate, the more data that is processed, typically resulting in higher video quality. DVDs have a maximum video bit rate of about 10 megabits per second (Mbps). In comparison, Blu-ray Disc is capable of video bitrates up to an incredible 40 Mbps. The bottom line, higher bit rates allow for the least amount of data compression for HD video that looks closest to the original video source. More Sound Dolby TrueHD internal decoding and bitstream output via HDMI for the Dolby TrueHD and dts-HD (Master Audio and High Resolution Audio) codes delivers studio quality audio designed specifically for high definition entertainment like Blu-ray Disc movies, with up to 7.1 channels of surround sound that is virtually indistinguishable from the original studio version. 7.1 channel analog output provides connectivity to older receivers, making the player compatible with your existing audio system with 7.1 analog inputs. The BDP-S550 is compatible with Dolby TrueHD, Dolbyâ��s next-generation lossless technology developed for high-definition disc-based media. Dolby TrueHD delivers tantalizing sound that is bit-for-bit identical to the studio master, unlocking the true high-definition entertainment experience on next-generation discs. When coupled with high-definition video, Dolby TrueHD offers an unprecedented home theater experience that lets you enjoy sound as stunning as the high-definition picture. Delivers enthralling studio-master-quality sound that unlocks the true high-definition entertainment experience on next-generation discs. Offers more discrete channels than ever before for impeccable surround sound. Compatible with the A/V receivers and home-theaters-in-a-box (HTIBs) of today and tomorrow. Dialogue normalization maintains the same volume level when you change to other Dolby Digital and Dolby TrueHD programming. Dynamic range control (Night mode) enables you to customize audio playback to reduce peak volume levels (no loud surprises) while experiencing all the details in the soundtrack, enabling late-night viewing of high-energy surround sound without disturbing others. Xross Media Bar Xross (pronounced Cross) is Sony's Technical-Emmy award-winning graphic user interface for Sony WEGA and BRAVIA televisions and PS3 and PSX game systems. The interface features category icons spread horizontally across the screen that organize the viewing options (TV, Music, Internet, Tools, etc...). When a category icon is selected on the horizontal bar, a vertical bar appears showing the viewing options within that category. Using the directional pad on your remote, you can easily maneuver horizontally from category to category, then scroll vertically through individual viewing options to easily navigate through the wide range of programming available on today's televisions. BD-Live BD-Live is a Blu-ray feature that enables you to accessÂ special content via an internet-connected Blu-ray player. Because it's not coded into the disc, BD-Live content is always updated, always fresh. With BD-Live, your Blu-ray disc is different every time you view it. Check out the latest previews,Â download special scenes, exclusive features and ringtones, and participate in online communities or games. As BD-Live continues to grow and expand, even more features will become available, customizing features and content to your location or preferences. More Space Blu-ray Disc has 5x more storage capacity than DVD, which allows more content to fit on the disc. The extra storage capacity also means more room for special features like inline navigation, Bonus View, interactive games, deleted scenes, director commentary and more Navigate to special features, other scenes, or settings without leaving the content you are watching. Bonus View lets you watch special features and commentary inline without leaving the movie. HDMI Features x.v Color RGB Color Range xvYCC Color Range Thanks to the adoption of a newly approved international color standard called xvYCC (an option in the HDMI v1.3 spec and which Sony participated in creating), the color space has been greatly expanded. All Sony XBR HDTVs support the xvYCC color profile (Extended YCC Colorimetry for Video Applications), or "x.v. color" for short. Standard RGB color space allows the display of a portion of the colors that are viewable to the human eye. The next generation "xvYCC" color space actually offersÂ an available range of colors that exceeds what human eyes can recognize. Next-generation "xvYCC" color space supports 1.8 times as many colors as existing HDTV signals Lets HDTVs display colors more accurately Enables displays with more natural and vivid colors Deep Color So, where x.v. color expands the available range of colors your HDTV can display, Deep Color increases the number of colors your HDTV can display within that range, for smoother transitions from color to color. Lets HDTVs and other displays go from millions of colors to billions of colors Eliminates on-screen color banding, for smooth tonal transitions and subtle gradations between colors Enables increased contrast ratio Can represent many times more shades of gray between black and white Connectivity As a leader in products with HDMI connectivity, Sony has created BRAVIA Sync to gobeyond simple audio and video transmission. When combined with a select number of BRAVIA televisions and other Sony audio and video products, in addition to audio and video transmission, control functions will betransmitted via the HDMI cable. With "One Touch Play," operations that took several steps have been reduced to one. Press the PLAY button on the remote, watch the audio and/or the video component(s) turn on then the BRAVIA television turn on and switch to the correct video inputâ��Simpleâ��Easyâ��BRAVIA Sync. Inputs and Outputs Analog Audio Output(s) : 2 Channel: 1 (Rear) Coaxial Audio Digital Output(s) : 1 (Rear) Component Video (Y/Pb/Pr) Output(s) : (Y/Pb/Pr) OUtput(s): 1 (Rear) Composite Video Output(s) : 1 (Rear) Optical Audio Output(s) : 1 (Rear) S-Video Output(s) : 1 (Rear) Ether port for firmware updates USB port for BD-Live External Memory Specifications Weights and Measurements Dimensions (Approx.): 17 inches x 8 3/4 inches x 2 3/4 inches (430 x 220 x 70 mm) Weight (Approx.): 7 lbs 4 oz (3.3Kg) Audio Features Dolby: Yes & Dolby TrueHD bitstream out over HDMI (V1.3) Dolby Digital plus Decoding: Yes Dolby TrueHD Decoding : Yes dts Decoding: Yes dts Output: Yes dts-HD Decoding: Yes LPCM: Yes (multi channel decoder): Yes (HDMI bitstream out) Dolby True HD bitstream output: Yes dts HD bitstream output: Yes Capability CD: Yes DVD: Yes Video Features BD-R/RE Read Compatibility: Yes (BDMV & BDAV format) BD-ROM: Yes DVD+R Read Compatibility: Yes DVD+RW Read Compatibility: Yes DVD-R Read Compatibility: Yes (Video Mode and VR Mode) DVD-RW Read Compatibility: Yes (Video Mode and VR Mode) JPEG Playback: Yes x.v.Color Technology: Yes

Sherwood BDP-5004 Blu-ray Disc Player (Black)

admin — Thu, 28 Jan 2010 20:23:03 +0000

The BDP-5004 is a Profile 2.0 player that outputs at 1080i, 1080p/60 and 1080p/24. It can also upscale standard DVDs to 720p, 1080i, or 1080p through its HDMI 1.3 output. Both Deep Color and XV Color are supported, as well as onboard decoding for Dolby TrueHD and DTS HD Master Audio high-resolution audio formats. Other features: Component and composite outputs, coaxial digital output and 2-channel analog down mix output.

Sony BDPS1000ES Blu-ray Disc Player

admin — Thu, 28 Jan 2010 20:04:15 +0000

Experience Blu-ray Disc movies in stunning Full HD 1080p quality and high-definition sound, plus upscale your existing DVDs to near high definition, with the Sony BDP-S1000ES Blu-ray Disc player. Along with unique video enhancements that provide superior picture quality, the BDP-S1000ES has built-in Wi-Fi and includes 4GB of external USB memory to best support BD-Live enabled movies. It also features 7.1 channel analog output and a 7.1 channel virtual headphone output.

Denon DBP2010 Blu-ray/DVD/CD Player (Black)

admin — Thu, 28 Jan 2010 08:32:14 +0000

Able to play a broad range of audio and video disc types, Denonâ��s DBP-2010CI includes advanced design features such as our exclusive Separated Unit Structure chassis architecture, which divides critical processing stages to prevent mutual interference, providing superior audio and video signal-to-noise performance. The center-mounted advanced drive mechanism features a low center of gravity for optimum stability, and the chassis features multi-layer construction for the utmost rigidity and freedom from vibration-induced distortion. Equipped with an Ethernet port, the DBP-2010CI features Profile 2.0 BD-Live functionality with separate video and audio processors for picture-in-picture content, along with an SD card slot for memory expansion and playback of downloaded web content. For optimum video quality, the advanced ABT VRS video upconversion and scaling processor provides motion adaptive SD de-interlacing as well as digital video noise reduction functions. Disc playback options include Blu-ray, DVD-Video, DVD-R, DVD-RW, CD, CD-R, CD-RW, as well as Kodak and Fuji picture discs and DivxHD videos. For full system compatibility, the DBP-2010CI features HDMI output as well as component and composite video outputs, along with coaxial digital audio output.

Harman Kardon BDP-1 Blu-ray Disc Player

admin — Wed, 27 Jan 2010 16:12:08 +0000

The Harman Kardon BDP 1 is an exceptional Blu-ray Disc player that delivers today's most exciting and most advanced entertainment experience available. It will not only deliver the crystal-clear sound quality and detail of Blu-ray, it will even take even your existing DVD library to the 1080p standard. The BDP 1 is also your ticket to a world of interactive content with BD-Live interactivity. BD-Live is an exciting new feature of next-generation Blu-ray Disc media. Download games, ringtones and other special content from the Internet directly to the BDP 1 via the Blu-ray menu. Or create your own programming, with MP3, WMA and JPEG playback from the front-panel USB port. The BDP 1 delivers all this with a unique user interface that simplifies setup and operation. With its sleek modern design, the BDP 1 is the most advanced Harman Kardon media player ever built, and the clear choice for high-definition video from any source.

Marantz BD5004 Blu-ray disc player (black)

admin — Wed, 27 Jan 2010 14:31:18 +0000

Blu-ray, DVD and CD Player, New Stylish Front Panel Design with Center Mount Drawer, Profile 2.0 for BD Live and Upgrades/Updates, Deep color with HDMI Ver.1.3a, HD Audio stream out to HDMI Output, Pure Direct as audio exclusive mode, 480i output resolution support, SD Card readers for WMA, MP3, JPEG files, Discrete Commands, Flasher Input, Playback DivX HD files, Playing back AVCHD files on disc / SD card, 1920 x 1080 resolution with 24FPS Playback, 90mm same height as the CD5003/NR1501

Samsung BDP3600 Blu-ray Player

admin — Wed, 27 Jan 2010 08:47:06 +0000


BD-P3600 Samsung Blu-Ray Disc Player with BD Live 2.0, Streaming Netflix & Wireless Networking.BD-P3600 Delivers HD Entertainment for the Whole Family in Contemporary Style

LG BD300 Network Blu-ray Disc Player

admin — Wed, 27 Jan 2010 02:10:36 +0000


Blu-ray Disc Player w/ BD-Live & BonusView. Full HD 1080P Output via HDMI. Netflix Instant streaming ready. DVD 1080p Up-conversion.

Sony BDP-S5000ES Blu-ray Disc Player

admin — Tue, 26 Jan 2010 09:56:21 +0000

BonusView and BD-Live (1GB Flash Memory Included). Full HD 1080/60p and 24p True Cinema Video Output. HD Reality Enhancer (14 bit video processing). Super Bit Mapping (Smooth color gradation). Precision Cinema HD Upscale. Dolby TrueHD / DTS-HD bitstream out via HDMI ver.1.3. Dolby TrueHD / DTS-HD decoder built-in. 7.1ch Analog Audio Output. Quick Start Up Mode. BRAVIA Sync (HDMI-CEC). Xross Media Bar. Ether port for Network Update / BD-Live. Back Lit Remote. RS-232C/IR IN.

Denon DVD-3800BDCI Blu-ray Disc DVD/CD Player

admin — Tue, 26 Jan 2010 04:30:35 +0000


Experience high definition the way only Denon can deliver it. This advanced Blu-ray/DVD/CD player features the Realta sxT2 HQV processor and HDMI v1.3a for exceptional video quality and Deep Color support, and the Denon D.D.S.C.-HD circuitry for the highest level of audio decoding so you get master-quality sound with exceptional dynamic range.