Pioneer BDP-51FD - Blu-Ray disc player - upscaling

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- Spectacular 1080p Picture Quality: The BDP-51FD provides up to 1920 x 1080p resolution for an unrivaled picture quality. And with True24FPS, now see your movies as the director intended.
- Single-Wire Connection: One HDMI 1.3a digital connection is all you need from the BDP-51FD to output both HD audio and video signals to your HDMI-capable A/V receiver or HD flat panel. Compared to typical connections, the HDMI interface replaces multiple cords without degradation in signal quality between components. HDMI 1.3a also provides 12-bit deep color support, improving subtle gradations between colors.
- HDMI Control: Master your home theater universe. The BDP-51FD supports HDMI Control, which allows you to seamlessly control all your HDMI Control-equipped Pioneer A/V equipment with a single remote.
- Wolfson Audio DACs: Each DAC features a signal-to-noise ratio of 117db. Wolfson DACs provide top-notch audio performance from music and movie soundtracks.
- Latest Generation PureCinema Deinterlacer: Multi-Format Compatibilty: The BDP-51FD is compatible with BD-ROM, BD-R, BD-RE, DVD-Video, DVD-R (Video Mode) / RW (Video Mode), and CD media.
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 ":Pioneer BDP51FD BluRay Player" 2009-03-20
By -william J. Orlowski
The Pioneer PDP51FD BLURAY Player is an excellent BLURAY player, especially for the price on Amazon. It is not quite as good in video or audio quality as the Pioneer Elite BDP05FD, but then the Pioneer Elite player is much more expensive. Save your money and buy the PDP51FD.


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Panasonic DMP-BD10 - Blu-ray Disc player - upscaling

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A BD-Video disc can hold huge amounts of video and audio data. To unleash its full quality potential, you need a disc player that provides 62.2 million pixel-per-second video processing plus audio processing that's 1,000 times higher than typical CD players. The Panasonic DMP-BD10 goes far beyond those specifications. With 15 billion pixel-per second processing and 192kHz/24bit audio for each of eight channels, this Blu-ray Disc Player provides a level of image and sound quality that is truly amazing. At Panasonic, easy operation is important too. The DMP-BD10 comes equipped with HDAVI Control, a function that links operation of an HDAVI Control compatible TV and receiver, so you can control both at the same time with a single button. With the DMP-BD10, Panasonic invites you to discover an entirely new dimension of entertainment one with HD-quality images and sounds that surpass anything you've ever experienced. HD monitor required.
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- plays Blu-ray high-definition discs (selectable output resolution: 1080p signals available through HDMI output only; 720p/1080i signals available through HDMI or component video)
- plays DVD-Video, DVD-R & DVD-RW, DVD+R & DVD+RW, and DVD-RAM
- plays DVD-Audio, CD, audio CD-R & CD-RW, and MP3 CDs
- plays digital photo CDs (JPEG)
- selectable 720p/1080i/1080p video upconversion for DVD (upconverted video available through HDMI output only)
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 "Great Product" 2007-10-24
By Lumberg (Minneapolis,MN)
Good blu-ray player would recommend it to anyone. A little slow on loading times but noting to be picky about. Easy setup has plenty of audio options you can switch from dts-hd to regular dts if your reciever doesn't support newer formats.

 "Great DVD Quality Very Slow Responsiveness" 2007-08-23
By S. Franzken (Purchase, New York)
Plays Blu Ray beautifully but seems unresponsive at times take for example when I insert a disc, then it starts to read, then I select to eject it or stop it ignores my request until it has fully read the dvd.

 "Impressed" 2007-06-21
By Randall J. Wetmore (Wall, NJ United States)
This is indeed a very fine Blu-ray player. The machine has the stability/reliability of a regular DVD player, and it also loads pretty quick compared to other hi def players. Excellent picture quality too.



The previously review mentions that new 10a model makes this one obsolete, but the 10a is the exact same machine as the 10 - it just comes with the new 2.0 firmware, 5 free movies, and and MSRP of $599.

 "Good but obsolete" 2007-06-02
By Kevin Murphy (Los Angeles, CA USA)
Due to be replaced late summer with DMP-BD10A. Next gen player at $600.

 "Panasonic Blu-Ray is great" 2007-02-24
By Star Trek Fan 1701 (USA)
I have recently purchased the Panasonic Blu-Ray Player, and have been blown away by its picture and sound. Right off the bat, I downloaded and upgraded the firmware, carefully following the instructions, and it greatly improved the boot up and load speeds for discs. Aside from an poorly-designed cheap-feeling remote, Panasonic has really produced a stand out product here.



My journey into the world of Blu-Ray began with a PS3. I purchased a 60GB PS3 initially to play games and movies, thinking that it was a great bargain - $600 for a fully featured Blu-Ray player and game system. The PS3 locked up three times during playback of "The Guardian". The add-on remote for the PS3 is Bluetooth, which otherwise would be great, but could not be programmed into my Universal Remote, and was extremely counterintuitive to use. There was no upconversion of my existing DVDs (I have a lot, so this was really a downer). The game on the PS3 that I was interested in purchasing (Resistance: Fall of Man) was a 720p title, and so it downconverted to 480p on my 2 year old 73" CRT HDTV.



The online service for PS3 was woefully inadequate compared to the XBOX 360 - very little of interest to download in movies or games.



So I returned the PS3 and bought the Panasonic. I didn't feel that sinking in my stomach at having to return something cool - it was much more like a relief to unload this turkey.



I fretted a little at the cost of the Panasonic, but elected to purchase it after seeing a demo, and knowing that I had a 30 day return window. I hooked it up in less than an hour, and fired it up. A big smile attached to my face when I started watching "Blackhawk Down" on the Panasonic. The image and sound were stellar. Same with "Flyboys". Same with "Stealth". Popped in the "Fifth Element" and expected a crappy picture, but except for some very early shots having lots of dirt, the rest of the film's picture quality handily blew away my Superbit version of the film. I also have the HD-DVD add on to the XBOX 360, and I can not see any appreciable difference between a well mastered HD-DVD (I would cite "Superman Returns" as an example) and a well mastered Blu-Ray.



Have not looked back on the decision with regret - only joy.





Pros:

Astounding Picture and Sound Quality

Great Upconversion of Regular DVDs

True Theater Experience

After upgrading the firmware (1.4), much quicker boot up and load times

Worth twice the price of the PS3



Cons:

Remote should be lighted for this many $$$

Jog wheel TOO sensitive






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Philips BDP9000 Blu-Ray Disc Player

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The BDP9000 Blu-ray disc (BD) player lets consumers take full advantage of high-definition displays, playing content at native 1080i or 720p video resolutions. The BD player includes a high-definition multimedia interface (HDMI) output, an industry-supported connection, providing for all video and audio on a single cable. This allows users to easily connect the Blu-ray player to their existing home televisions. It will also decode standard multi-channel audio. Philips' unique technology - one pickup with two lenses - allows it to also play standard DVDs and CDs in addition to Blu-ray discs while allowing for more cost-effective production. The supported DVD formats include DVD-RAM, DVD-RW, DVD-R, DVD+RW, and DVD+R. Additional features of the BDP9000 include memory card reader, full audio format support, pop-up and always-on menu options; a full color high-definition animated button; and improved bitmap and text subtitles. The increased storage capacity of Blu-ray discs allows the Philips BD player to offer an astounding 25 GB of content on a single-sided disc (50 GB per dual layer) - nearly six times the capacity of traditional DVDs and enough space for two hours of high-definition movies or recorded content.
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- Plays high-def Blu-Ray discs with 5 times resolution of standard DVDs; the player measures 16.9 x 3.1 x 12.8 inches (WxHxD)
- Backwards compatible with current DVD and CD formats; upconverts DVD movie discs to near high-definition via HDMI connection
- Includes 10-in-2 multi-format memory card slot; provides playback of MP3 and high-resolution JPEG files
- Connections: 1 HDMI output, 1 component (Y,Pb,Pr) output, 1 S-Video output, 1 composite video output
- Built-in decoders for Dolby Digital /Digital Plus / DTS; coaxial and optical digital audio outputs
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 "Bogus Sale" 2008-10-19
By Leslie Wade Hughes (US)
I never could get this product to play my Blu Ray discs. It plays my regular DVD's just fine, but for Blu Ray, I would recomend something better.

 "Works Great!" 2008-05-31
By J. Mower (Alpine, UT)
I am yet to have any problems with this player, it has played every Blu-Ray I've thrown at it flawlessly.

 "A Quick Look" 2008-03-26
By Technology Guy
Great picture! After upgrading the firmware, the Philips BDP9000 had no problems playing Blu-ray discs including Pirates of the Caribbean 3. Philips hasn't appeared to keep up with their firmware updates, however, and the recent film SUNSHINE would not play at all. All was not lost, however, since the Philips machine is identical to the Samsung BD-P1000 (except for cosmetics) and Samsung appears to still be releasing regular firmware updates. I was able to update the firmware to the latest release for the Samsung BD-P1000 and play the film fine. Of course my Philips BDP9000 now thinks its a Samsung.



Some darwbacks of the Philips:

- No advanced onboard audio decoding or options

- Pressing STOP will often start the film over from the beginning

- SLOW startup/loading/disc tray opening

- May no longer be supported by Philips



Not too bad of a blu-ray player if you can find one for under $200.. though you may end up spending a lot more on a new receiver if you also want to play the new HD audio formats.

 "Won't play my Blue Ray discs" 2008-01-16
By Chris R. Greentree (Boothwyn, PA United States)
I bought this player in June, I did not get a 1080p tv until Dec. The player plays my regular dvd's fine but when I tried a couple of blue ray discs I discovered. 1.The third Pirates Of The Carribien movie would only play the previews and the bonus disc, and 2.The third Resident Evil movie will not play at all. I called Phillips customer care and they sent me another player ( this took 10 days ). The replacement acted exactly the same as the first. After another call to Phillips I was finally told that this was a known problem and they would be getting back to me in a day or 2. I am still waiting for them to resolve the problem.

 "Won't Play Some Discs" 2008-01-10
By Brett J. Trout (Des Moines, IA USA)
For the money, I am pretty disappointed that this player will not play some discs. The discs are brand new, but shows like Weeds simply will not play. I signed up for Blockbuster to get blue-ray discs in the mail, but canceled the membership when the admittedly roughly handled discs would skip or lock up. Very unsatisfied.


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Samsung BD-P1000 Blu-Ray Disc Player

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The BD-P1000 Blu-ray disc (BD) player lets consumers take full advantage of high-definition displays, playing content at native 720p or 1080i video resolutions.The BD player includes a high-definition multimedia interface (HDMI) output, an industry-supported, uncompressed, all-digital audio/video interface on a single cable, allowing users to easily connect the Blu-ray player to their existing home televisions. It will also decode standard multi-channel audio.Samsung's unique technology - one pickup with two lenses - allows it to also play standard DVDs and CDs in addition to Blu-ray discs while allowing for more cost-effective production. The supported DVD formats include DVD-RAM, DVD-RW, DVD-R, DVD+RW, and DVD+R. Additional features of the BD-P1000 include memory card reader, full audio format support, pop-up and always-on menu options; a full color high-definition animated button; and improved bitmap and text subtitles.The increased storage capacity of Blu-ray discs allows the Samsung BD player to offer an astounding 25 GB of content on a single-sided disc (50 GB per dual layer) - nearly six times the capacity of traditional DVDs and enough space for two hours of high-definition movies or recorded content.
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- Plays high-def Blu-Ray discs with 5 times resolution of standard DVDs; measures 16.9 x 3.1 x 12.8 inches (WxHxD)
- Backwards compatible with current DVD and CD formats; upconverts DVD movie discs to near high-definition
- Includes 11-in-2 multi-format memory card slot; provides playback of MP3 and high-resolution JPEG files
- Connections: 1 composite, 1 S-Video, 1 component, 1 HDMI
- Built-in decoders for Dolby Digital/Digital Plus/DTS; coaxial and optical digital audio outputs
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 "Firmware update problems" 2009-04-03
By L. Jones
Nice player, but doesn't upgrade firmware very well. It failed with me so I returned it.

 "The worse dvd player I ever purchase!!!" 2009-02-03
By Marcus Welch
Where can I begin, I purchase the BD-P1000 the day it hit the shelf. That was the start of my horror story. I am a home theatre fanatic and I like the best of the best! I have two Pioneer Elite and I thought the Samsung BD-1000 would fit well with my home theatre system... But I was wrong!! It take forever for the player to start up, several firmware updates and I still have several Blu Ray Discs in my library that still doesn't play. It get frustrating after renting a Blu-Ray movie from BlockBuster or buying them from BestBuys my Samsung BD-P1000 is not able to play them. It's like russian roulette... some play... some don't!!! After several phone calls to Samsung customer service, numerous firmware updates and being repaired (3) times I still have several movies in my library unable to play. So I finally got fed up and went to my local BestBuy store and purchased another Blu-Ray player. Not to mention I have a MX 3000 remote control that control all my components hidden away in the closet. That is programed to my SamSung Blu-Ray player and cost $400 to get reprogrammed I was forced to by another SamSung product. Which works fine 5 star (BD-P2550). To end this review. For the amount of $1000 I have had players $75 that work better. If you ever buy a SamSung product do your research and remember this... SamSung has the WORST customer service I have ever experienced!!!!!

 "How to set up and maintain the BD-P1000" 2008-10-22
By Anthony Dragani
This player actually works quite well, once you know how to properly set it up and maintain it. The unfortunate thing is that, right out of the box, it will require a firmware update. Here is everything that you need to know:



- Many of the early reviews complained that it lacked a sharp, truly hi-def picture. That is because it shipped with a faulty programmed video chip. Thankfully, the firmware updates have corrected this problem... it now delivers picture quality comparable to a PS3 (I've compared them on my 50" 1080p TV).



- You will need to update the firmware for it to play the latest releases. This is not particularly difficult. You can find the latest firmware on the Samsung website, under product support. The firmware comes in the form of an ISO image. You will need to burn the ISO image to a CD-R using image burning software. I use DeepBurner, which is a freeware program that you can readily find by doing an internet search. Once you burn the ISO image to the CD-R, you simply place the disc in the player and it will perform the update.



- A number of people have complained that this player, even with the latest firmware, will not play new releases. Actually, in most cases these persons have a "full cache" problem. What this means is that the player's memory has residual java programming hanging around, preventing it from loading some newer java-heavy discs. This is easy to fix. Simply press and hold down on the FF button on the player itself (not the remote). This will clear the cache. You will then need to go into the player's menu and double-check the display settings, as they sometimes change as a result of this procedure. This almost always solves the problem.



- It has been my experience that when the firmware is updated, and the cache is properly cleared, the BDP-1000 will play any movie without a hitch. Using the latest firmware (at the time of this writing, version 1.6), this player works flawlessly. I have yet to encounter a blu-ray disc that it will not play. Considering that I picked this up on clearance for a very reasonable price, I am extremely satisfied. No, it will not display picture in picture video, nor can it handle BD-Live internet connectivity, as do the latest higher-end players. But it will play blu-ray movies with excellent picture quality, which is all that I really need for it do.

 "PLEASE AVOID AT ALL COST!" 2008-06-12
By Stuart J. Shields
I have this player I would strongly state that you not purchase unless you $300.00 to spend what is really a "beefed up DVD player". It won't play any blu-ray discs past March of this year. I have called their "customer service" countless times with no resolution. They will not provide you with any up to date firmware nor any real support. The last rep I spoke to laughed at me. So do yourself a favor and shop for another brand. This is a big waste of money.

 "I like it" 2008-04-11
By PPya
I've never had a single problem with this player. It is a little slow to load but that's not a problem for me at all.. it gives me time to settle down. It works flawlessly and samsung provides free upgrades on their website. I think it's the best player for the price.


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Pioneer BDP-V6000 - Blu-Ray disc player - upscaling

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The BDP-V6000 is a professional Blu-ray Disc player from Pioneer. It supports high-definition Blu-ray Disc as well as standard definition DVD media playback in both NTSC and PAL formats to provide flexible, reliable playback of domestic and international customer content in demanding applications. This Blu-ray Disc player is ideal for multiple applications and venues that require high-definition playback, such as digital signage, museums, video walls, houses of worship, public displays, and broadcast.
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- Serial RS-232C Support
- Enhanced Search Options
- Plays 30, 25, & 24 frames per second (fps)
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Sony ES BDP-S2000ES 1080p Blu-ray Disc Player

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Optimized for the home theater enthusiast, the new BDP-S2000ES model is the first Blu-ray Disc player in Sony's "Elevated Standard" (ES) line. Our flagship BD player features full high-definition 1080/60p and 24p True Cinema output6, and is. compatible with most standard DVDs and feature 1080p upscaling through HDMI to capable HDTV sets, improving the picture performance of existing DVD's7. For an incredible audio experience, the BDP-S2000ES supports 7.1 channel linear PCM, Dolby- TrueHD, Dolby- Digital Plus, as well as dts-HD High Resolution Audio bitstream output via HDMI . For even greater flexibility, the BDP-S2000ES player will support AVCHD discs encoded with x.v.Color (xvYCC) technology, an international standard for wide color space. Using the BDP-S2000ES couldn't be easier, since it also incorporates BRAVIA- Theatre Sync technology through HDMI. This allows for integrated operation with compatible BRAVIA flat-panel LCD HDTV sets and Sony audio/video receivers. With the touch of a button, you can easily power on and synch the inputs of compatible Sony AV devices connected to the players via HDMI for hassle-free enjoyment of high-definition Blu-ray Disc movies.
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- Full HD 1080/60p & 24p True Cinema Video Output
- Dolby TrueHD- and DTS- HD bitsteam out over HDMI
- Isolated Audio Circuit Board and High Quality Parts
- Rigid Beam Chassis & Dual Shield Construction
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 "The best picture and worth every penny." 2009-01-19
By Eric A. Kemsuzian (Buckeye Centre)
This item can be found for a steep discount(less than 475 usd). The quality and 5 year parts and labor warranty are the advantages of paying more than the minimum to get blue ray tech. Great engineering does not come cheap and Sony is the best engineering value in electronics for my money.

 "Don't make the mistake I did." 2008-11-15
By C. Young
First of all, let me say the video output of the S2000ES is first rate. However, for the price, it should be. It does a great job on both Blu-Ray and standard DVD's. I did, however, have to do a firm-ware update to get it to run some of the new Java menus. It is a slow machine both on boot-up and disc loading. Having said all of this, I still would have given it five stars. Here is the problem.

It does not decode DTS-Master Audio. They give you the impression that it does in the advertisements. The manual is written in such a vague way that you really can't tell what it can decode internally and send out over the analog connectors. Also, what it will send bit-stream over the HDMI connector. I had to call the company and even they had to do some research and get back to me. There is NO EXCUSE for this type of misleading information. When you buy the top of the line, you should get top of the line performance.

 "Sony ES BDPS2000ES 1080p Blu-Ray Disc Player" 2008-10-20
By Bruce Bryant (Ulysses, KS)
The high definition picture is a real delight and even startling the first time viewing it because of the quality. The player is very easy to use. I would highly recommend it. You will be extremely delighted espeaially when using a high quality large high definition monitor.

 "Good if it works!" 2008-05-08
By John (USA)
The picture quality of this player is outstanding. However, on first purchase it had some distortion in the sound of one channel, wouldn't load discs on occasion, and very slow. We sent it back, got it serviced.



We got the machine back and a couple months later it completely quit working. We returned it again and Sony sent us a refurbished unit. This one is starting to skip now when playing CDs.



Oh Well, Guess we'll try again. It's only a $1300 machine. :)

 "Do NOT buy this player ... yet!" 2008-02-01
By Home Theater is Fun (Philadelphia, PA USA)
This Blu-ray player does NOT have the latest surround sound ability (DTS HD Master Audio). As a home theater super-enthusiast, I am going to wait for the next generation from Sony that has the latest surround sound format.



Still a 5-star BR player, but I'm surprised Sony didn't add in the latest surround sound ability!


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- Universal Player (SA-CD/BD/DVD/CD)
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- Marantz HDAM-SA2 current feedback analog audio circuits with Audio circuits exclusive use EI power transformer
- Beautiful GUI
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 "Dream machine" 2010-02-04
By El Infante (California)
I have enjoyed this extraordinary machine for 6 weeks. I haven't done all the fine tuning yet. I am not familiar with anything comparable: my previous CD/DVD players were Toshiba's HD-A2KU and Onkyo's DV-CP701. The Marantz UD8004 is one notch below their flagship, the UD9004, at more than twice the price. The 8004 is a hefty, serious and stylish machine. This a Universal Disk Player, which means you have it all in one machine. It plays everything, expect HD DVDs (This is a dead technology, so don't worry about it). If you are reading this review, you must be serious about sound. Press the "pure" direct button on the remote control or on the deck to turn off the video signal and enjoy the audio signal only. The image resolution, color saturation and sharp, detailed definition in Blu-ray are simply amazing (try the Planet Earth series). You can fine-tune these to suit your taste. I have mine set to "normal", so that it adjusts automatically to the kind of movie format you are playing. There are 3 minor annoying points: the disk tray slams shut, it takes a while to load both music & films, and it makes a rasping/scrapping sound when loading music. If you don't care about these inconveniences, I strongly recommend you get this machine.




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