What is the reason for buying a more expensive player? What does this provide that my recent well-rated Samsung player doesn't? I'm housebound.
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A more expensive player will provide faster load times , a better image quality and more accurate sound reproduction. It will also have better build quality for durability and reliability.
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All of the answers given are very accurate. My only issue (and it may be something I didn't do) is that I do not feel the 1080p up-conversion of standard dvd's is that great compared to an older sony BDP-S590. But all in all, a great player with far faster load times and audio quality and beautiful Bluray quality. And if anyone knows the secret to great up conversion with this machine, feel free to comment
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Well it depends on how much you value picture/sound quality and speed. This elite player features a Qdeo video processor from Marvell which is similar to an Oppo. the ability to play FLAC files as well as uncompressed audio was important to my setup. I chose the Pioneer Elite player over the Oppo do to the fact my receiver is an Elite model as well, here is a more in depth review that may help you out: http://www.andrew-robinson-online.com/review-pioneer-elite-bdp-62fd-universal-blu-ray-player/. If you want your components to match or mount on a rack you are going to have to step up to premium components. Well it depends on how much you value picture/sound quality and speed. This elite player features a Qdeo video processor from Marvell which is similar to an Oppo. the ability to play FLAC files as well as uncompressed audio was important to my setup. I chose the Pioneer Elite player over the Oppo do to the fact my receiver is an Elite model as well, here is a more in depth review that may help you out: http://www.andrew-robinson-online.com/review-pioneer-elite-bdp-62fd-universal-blu-ray-player/. If you want your components to match or mount on a rack you are going to have to step... » Read More Well it depends on how much you value picture/sound quality and speed. This elite player features a Qdeo video processor from Marvell which is similar to an Oppo. the ability to play FLAC files as well as uncompressed audio was important to my setup. I chose the Pioneer Elite player over the Oppo do to the fact my receiver is an Elite model as well, here is a more in depth review that may help you out: http://www.andrew-robinson-online.com/review-pioneer-elite-bdp-62fd-universal-blu-ray-player/. If you want your components to match or mount on a rack you are going to have to step up to premium components. « Show Less
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Well it depends on how much you value picture/sound quality and speed. This elite player features a Qdeo video processor from Marvell which is similar to an Oppo. the ability to play FLAC files as well as uncompressed audio was important to my setup. I chose the Pioneer Elite player over the Oppo do to the fact my receiver is an Elite model as well, here is a more in depth review that may help you out: http://www.andrew-robinson-online.com/review-pioneer-elite-bdp-62fd-universal-blu-ray-player/. If you want your components to match or mount on a rack you are going to have to step up to premium components.
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You may get more features & a better built but it doesn't give better sound & picture. I have the pioneer reference BDP-09FD at $2,500.00 and it now has problems playing new blu-ray discs. I purchased a $89.00 Sony in May of 2014 and it had just the same great picture & sound that the pioneer has,however i needed to return the Sony because it also had problems playing some blu-ray discs by freezing & the player turning itself off!? At this time no new firmware were available for these players. I'm done with blu-ray!
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quality of a more realistic cinematic experience plus true hd video and sound image surpasses your retail dvd's but you do need a hd tv.....
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It provides better audio playback (DVD audio and SACD). If your interest is video only then your Samsung player should be fine
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I just downloaded the latest firmware update from the samsung website to a flash drive and went through the steps to update the BD player. Now, I'm having the same problems that everyone is reporting - it won't play a Blueray disc. It get's stuck in the "load" mode. It will, however, play a DVD without a problem. So, like many others before me, I will be taking it back to the store. Samsung wanted me to send it to them, but I don't think I'm going down that nightmare road.
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The Samsung BR player has the same thing. Most likely an issue with Netflix and not the manufacturers of the BRPs.
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I know I am going to get blasted for this. I personally think that as far as Blu-Ray standalones that this player is the best option available. That being said investing over $400 in one of these when you don't have an HDMI V1.3 display (1080p/24p) is just plain insane as you are spending a whole bunch of extra money with technology that you won't use until you upgrade your set/projector. I would go with a Toshiba A3 which has 720p/1080i capabilities and costs a whopping $118.49 shipped. If nothing else the price difference is significant enough that you could make use of it until the prices on things like the panasonic or the better HDTV sets comes down to the point where it is more affordable. I know I am going to get blasted for this. I personally think that as far as Blu-Ray standalones that this player is the best option available. That being said investing over $400 in one of these when you don't have an HDMI V1.3 display (1080p/24p) is just plain insane as you are spending a whole bunch of extra money with technology that you won't use until you upgrade your set/projector. I would go with a Toshiba A3 which has 720p/1080i capabilities and costs a whopping $118.49 shipped. If nothing else the price difference is significant enough that you could make use of it until the... » Read More I know I am going to get blasted for this. I personally think that as far as Blu-Ray standalones that this player is the best option available. That being said investing over $400 in one of these when you don't have an HDMI V1.3 display (1080p/24p) is just plain insane as you are spending a whole bunch of extra money with technology that you won't use until you upgrade your set/projector. I would go with a Toshiba A3 which has 720p/1080i capabilities and costs a whopping $118.49 shipped. If nothing else the price difference is significant enough that you could make use of it until the prices on things like the panasonic or the better HDTV sets comes down to the point where it is more affordable. « Show Less
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My player doesn't upscale very well at all. And, I am hooked up using HDMI. No way does Blu-ray Disc compare to HD DVD. I used to have an HD-XA2 and an HD A35 and those players were amazing at upscaling. Sometimes you couldn't tell the difference between high-def and standard def.
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Thanks, I think you're right. After checking out some reviews and the manual, this seems to be normal. But otherwise the player works great.
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You can't spend $100 or less and get built-in Wi-Fi. That feature alone raises the price of the player $60 generally.Try to be more reasonable in your budget or what you want.
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Thanks for the update. I ended up buying the LG BD570 Network Blu-ray Disc Player after all my investigations and it has turned out to be a great device.I hardly use it for disc playback though, but it's nice to know that the option is there.
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Thanks! That makes sense. I did get a message that said something about HDCP. Can you recommend any HDMI cables that are HDCP compatible? I was trying to avoid spending a ton of money on one, but maybe I just have to. I also read on avsforum about firmware updates, etc. I guess I'll try a new cable before contacting Samsung.
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I have an advice for you; throw that piece of crap and buy this one [G-Box Midnight MX2 Android 4.2 Jelly Bean Dual Core XBMC Streaming Mini HTPC TV Box Player]. If you really want a 5* Media Player that's The One!!!
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I don't know, I returned the player, because it was not what I expected it to be. Read the service manual, it should give you details.
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If you can get that player for $29, go for it. There is very little difference in the capabilities of these two players.
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I had the same problems with this player and the best option I can tell you is to send it back and purchase the sony player. It is a little more money but it is ten times a better player
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I just bought a DB30K player. I freaked out when I saw your post. What LFE issue are you talking about and how will it affect a novice user?Michael
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Yep...The same thing happened to me. I sent it back, bought another one and it happened again. The last one I ordered from Amazon which I never received from Amazon so I took that as a sign to find another player. Any suggestions?
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You shouldn't have trouble with any player, not sure what the issue is. I have mine hooked up to HDMI2 port on the TV.When I use my player I need to change the port within the input to HDMI2 everytime I use the player.
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Hi, The Sony's do take longer than many other players-sometimes it seems like "forever" but the ability to play imperfect discs and the overall quality of playback is worth it. I have compared the sony to Panasonic S-53K , Toshiba and Philips---the sony seems clearer. Just takes a little patience with the slow drawer and the welcome display.... peter