what is a good brand for a blu ray player ?

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mw3051

i need a blu ray player that can of course play blu ray and dvd's, but also can stream stuff like hulu or netflix, and also will let me play movies from a computer on my local area network.

being able to check the weather would be nice too.

any helpful advice is appreciated.

thank you.

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Be careful. The inclusion of streaming apps in televisions and blu ray players is a "add on". I have 8 streaming apps on my Panasonic BluRay player. I have 28 on my WD TV Live box and my WD box has a better interface, gets updated every few weeks, streams from my PC or USB flash and HDD drives.

For $99 it is a much better device and experience. (And yes - it does have a Weather app).

My advice would be you get a good, basic BluRay player, but get your streaming apps from a media server like a Roku unit or the WD TV Live box.

Can I download apps on my LG BP325W blu ray player?

C

My new blu ray player didn't have a manual with it to explain anything, and I know nothing about blu ray players. It has Netflix and VUDU on it, but I want to download Hulu plus and Amazon digital download so I can sign in on those accounts on the blu ray player and stream via the TV and not via my Kindle Fire. Is this possible?

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In general services are hard encoded through firmware. Unless LG decides to add Hulu you are probably out of luck. But check the manual ... see the link and download a copy.

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How do I hook up my Sony Blu Ray Player to the internet?

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Lacey

I have a wired Blu Ray player. I followed all the instructions. When I check the connection, it says that everything is fine, but as soon as I try to connect with anything involving the internet, it shows the connection has failed. I'm normally great with technology, but this madness has me stumped. Any ideas would be helpful. Thanks.

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There's several models, so let's assume for the moment that they are all similar.

It's always an issue of the IP address, or the encryption and the password. It may be that you do not have a compatible device. Wi-Fi should be faster than wired, and probably the best way to go.

Here's an instruction book, if that helps.

http://www.docs.sony.com/release/BDPS560_connection.pdf

Why buy a blu-ray player if you have a PlayStation 3?

Nathan T

I don't understand why people would buy a stand-alone blu-ray player when the when (up to this point) the Playstation 3 has been cheaper. It seems like they are paying more for a product that can do less. Can the stand-alone blu-ray players do more then the blu-ray player on the playstation 3? If so, how much better is it?

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Actually I beg to differ with some of the comments above.

Yes true, having a stand alone blu-ray player might last longer as it is dedicated to only playing bluray as opposed to the PS3 being a gaming system. But what PS3 has to offer outside of bluray playback is vastly better from gaming, storing videos, music, and browsing the internet.

Setbacks:
No remote control (not a big factor in my opinion, you can get the $25 bluray remote)
No dedicated chip set (Ps3 playback uses the Cell processor)

If you actually looked up reviews with PS3 vs. stand alone, its actually BETTER than most stand alone blu-ray players out there at a performance per cost stand point.
http://www.pcworld.com/article/id,127892/article.html

The fact that the PS2 did have issues of freezing and worse picture quality with DVD playback, does not mean it will be just the same on the PS3. There's been no hard evidence of PS3's breaking down due to bluray, more than any other piece of electronic equipment. And yes I'm sure there have been minor issues with bluray, but thats consumer electronics for you...besides, the PS3 is cheaper.

"Can the stand-alone blu-ray players do more then the blu-ray player on the playstation 3?"

No. The only difference in play back is that the PS3 uses Cell, and stand alone have a dedicate chip to decode bluray. There is no loss in quality.

Hope this helps.
Honestly, I'm sure no one who has a PS3, bought a stand alone as well...unless it were for different rooms. =)

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What is the current price of the smallest memory PS3?

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Omar E

Also, the ps3 has a blu-ray player, dvd player, cd player, internet browser, and a bunch of other features. So, if you bought each of the features on its own, what would the price be, compared to just a ps3, which is like an all-in-one thing?

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Is it a all-in-one device? Well yes and no. It has all the features you mentioned, and they all work great except for internet browser. Although it gets upgraded time by time through firmware updates, it still is far away from PC browsers like Firefox. But I strongly recommend you to buy PS3, as it is a great device, and starting September 1st it will also be smaller and consume less power. Oh, and btw the cheapest version is the 120GB version, which will sell for $299. You can also buy old phat version 80GB PS3 for the same price.

Are there any Blu-ray Players that have web browsing capabilities like the ps3?

Mid J

I've got an xbox 360, ps3 and bluray player (for downstairs). i HATE the ps3, yh the blu-ray is good but i paid £210 for the 80gb ps3 and £90 for my other bluray player. however, i do like the web browser with the ps3. is there a bluray player with a web browser like the ps3 but not the ps3?

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Why do you hate the PS3? I love mine, but not for the games, or the
blu-ray abilities, even though its great.

I store all my porn movies on the PS3, and copy my CD-s to it,
so I dont have to find disks to play I just fire up th PS3, and have
days of porn at a button push. Makes those parties a lot easier to have.

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Would you recommend the PS3 as a good Blu-Ray player, or should I get a standalone player?

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ecockpit

I'm Looking into a Blu-Ray player, and I'm wondering if the PS3 would be a good choice for one. I'm also into video games, and I already own a Wii and a 360. However, I know many other Blu-Ray players are less than the $300 price the PS3 has. Any tips/recommendations?

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Since Blu-Ray is a relatively new technology, get a player that is able to get firmware updates in case there are changes to the media. The PS3 is an excellent choice there.

A perfect example of this: Remember older DVD players cannot play CDs or burned disks, aren't compatible with MP3s, JPGs, or even AVIs. Some even had a hard time recognizing dual-layer discs. If they were able to upgrade the firmware in the player, they might still be useful today.

PS3 is so much more than just a gaming console, also. You can stream music, movies, and pictures from your PC, stream TV and movies from the internet, have access to all the NetFlix instant movies to your main entertainment system. It is also an upscaling DVD player, web browser, WiFi connectivity built in...

PS3 is a great choice if it is in your budget.

Can I connect RCA speakers and subwoofer to Sony blu ray player?

MjFN1

I have a vizio HDTV and a Sony blu ray player, I found the RCA speakers and subwoofer with speaker wires(only) at a good price. I dont know much about electronics but will I be able to somehow hook all this up with what I have? If so, can someone send me a link or tell me how?

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No, you can't. You need a receiver to power your speakers.

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Can you use the same Lens cleaner that you use for DVD players for Blu-Ray Players Too?

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Bright

I've seen one that says it works with some kind of wind system, but it seems like they are trying to just get more money. Does anyone know for sure if you can use the same "DVD with a brush on the bottom" for Blu-Ray players, too?
Could you use a regular DVD lens cleaner to clean a PS3?

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No. Do not use a brush cleaner on a Blu-ray player or a PS3.

The lens is much more prone to scratching because of the shorter wavelength of light and smaller spot size used by Blu-ray.

You should only clean the lens if you have a problem. Often a can of compressed air will work just as well.

Is there a difference between upconverted DVD and Blu Ray?

hanzo7

My blu ray player says it can upconvert DVD to 1080p for out of this world quality. So does that mean it's going to be like I'm watching blu ray?

Is there a difference in picture quality between upconverted DVD and Blu Ray?

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Yes there is.
Upconvering is "guessing" the pixels
BD has the real pixels, so it is sharper and cleaner.

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Will a downloaded blu ray movie work on a pc that doesn't have a blu ray player?

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Jason

I was wondering if a pc without a blu ray player can play downloaded blu ray movies?

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Yes, it can. You simply need a downloaded blu-ray file in your pc and a media player such as GOM or Flv.

How do I install a firmware update to my Blu-ray player?

Douche bag

Blu-ray player: Sharp BD-HP20

I wanted to watch a movie on it that released recently and it wouldn't play. It mentioned something about firmware updates online.

I am just curious how on earth I'm supposed to update my Blu-ray player if I download updates via the Internet?

Do I need to connect my BR-player to the Internet and my PC??? How is that done?

Thanks!
Or, do I need to burn the upload on a CD?

I can't even get the latest firmware to download properly... It's in .RVP

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The easy way is to have it connected to the internet and turned on and go in the menu to update the firmware.
The other way is like your doing or you can use a usb flash drive and download it.

I'm sure that Sharp has someone that can tell you what ext. you need on the download

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I just aquired a ps3 through a trade. what are the best ps3 exclusive games out there?

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mattp2288

I already have a 360 but my friend wanted a drumset so i agreed to trade for the ps3. even though I dont really need it. I already have a blu ray player which ill now sell etc. Anyway whats some good exclusive games?

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HE GAVE YOU A PS3. Cool. lol
THere is Battlefield: Bad Company
GTA IV
Resistence 2
Um... don't know anymore that are exclusive

Is it possible to trade in a Xbox 360 for a PS3?

Rob

I have an Xbox 360 coming pretty soon, but I might have to get the P3. I don't want to press my parents to pay for xbox live every now and then. And the Ps3 has a built in blu ray player, which is good because we only have blu ray dvds. Can I possibly trade it in?

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if you mean a straight up trade,one for the other,then no.you would need to trade in the xbox 360 and then add money to it to get a ps3.hope this helps.

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Will a "Fantasia" Blu Ray from Italy work in the US?

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Bryan B

I recently ordered a Blu ray copy of "Fantasia" from amazon used. In the mail I received a copy from Italy, and its in Italian. Would this Blu ray work on a player bought here in the US? (I don't believe there is any talking in the film, so I don't have to worry about language issues?)

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"Global region codes identify specific DVDs and Blu-ray discs that are compatible with the players typically sold in that region. The majority of all current titles play in only one specific region unless otherwise noted. " For more information about Blu-ray code, you can refer to http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Blu-ray_Disc.
If you want to make this disc work, you can try to rip it to other formats or use Blu-ray Player software, if you have a blu-ray drive.

What's the difference between a blu-ray disc player and a regulary dvd player?

FutbolFan2

Are HD players and blu-ray disc players the same?

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No. They are different branches of technology. They are both similar to DVD players, except they only play each respective type of High Definition DVD (Blu-Ray or HD-DVD). It's like Betamax and VHS. Similar technology but one is expected to rise above the other.

I think Blu-Ray is higher quality, but HD-DVD is more affordable. Not sure on this one though.

Read this wiki article for an in-depth analysis.

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Where can I buy a replacement blu ray remote?

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Cameron

I lost my Sony Blu Ray player remote. The model is the S360, and I can't seem to find the remote anywhere. Not in stores and not online. I was wondering if maybe the PS3 Blu Ray remote would work for it, seeing as how they are both Sony, but on the back of the packaging it says "For PS3 only."

It won't let me play half of my movies because they can't be controlled from the player itself, it has to be done by remote control. D: Heellpp.

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Yeah the PS3 remote wont work, it uses bluetooth. Maybe try a universal remote, try google-ing a remote compatable with your model of player.

How can I program my toshiba TV remote to control my blu-ray player?

Joe

I bought a Toshiba 22" flat-screen today with remote control model CT-90325. I bought a blu-ray player but the remote was missing. How can I program the TV remote to control the blu-ray to avoid the hassle of returning it or buying a new remote?

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Joe, you need a learning or a remote that controls the other components or you will have to buy one.Look up the info online for the proper info,Both answers have good points.Either return it and be easy,or if there is a reason you cant,the info will be online if you have no manual.Or buy a cheap universal remote dude.

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How different are the Graphics from SIMS 3 Wii and PS3?

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music54

I like that Wii has *multi-player and you can *freely move your character and have *weather
BUT
I want to know the graphic difference and Loading difference. Thanks , and even if you know allot about at least one of the systems that would be great!

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ps 3 slim is better. Because its have more graphics and more free online games.

PS3 Slim Pros:
- More affordable $299 price;
- slimmer, more compact design with quieter operation;
- all games in high-definition; easy-to-use interface;
- doubles as a Blu-ray and upscaling DVD player;
- built-in Wi-Fi;
- HDMI output with 1080p support;
- built-in Web browser; free online gaming service.

Ps3 Slim Cons:
- Lacks backward support for PS2 games;
- no infrared port means non-Bluetooth universal remotes aren't compatible;
- online gaming, media, and commerce options still aren't as fully developed as Xbox Live, though they're getting better.

What home theater should i buy to get the best of the best?

Nargais S

Should i buy a blue ray, bluetooth, 5.1, 7.1. What is the main difference between them and which one produces the best sound quality? Budget is not an issue i'm willing to spend 5000 dollar just on home theater but i want the best quality? Please do give me any suggestion?

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7.1 provides a fuller, more cinema quality sound because you have 2 more surround speakers place to the direct left and right of your seating area.

Here is a drawing of a 7.1 system.
http://www.smartbuyspeakers.com/files/1807620/uploaded/7.1_diagram.jpg

Compare this to a 5.1 system.
http://www.smartbuyspeakers.com/files/1807620/uploaded/5.1_diagram.jpg

For $5k this is what you need.
This is a 7.1 system with blu-ray all hooked with hdmi. Feel free to shop around for the best prices.

This receiver
http://www.bestbuy.com/site/olspage.jsp?skuId=8355601&type=product&id=1177717702254

This Blu-ray player
http://www.rivertonmusicstudios.com/sobdbldipl2.html

The floor standing Speakers. This price is per speaker you will need to buy a pair.
http://www.bestbuy.com/site/olspage.jsp?skuId=6638677&type=product&id=1151658128827

The side and rear speakers. Buy two pairs of these.
http://www.bestbuy.com/site/olspage.jsp?skuId=6644982&st=definitive+tech&lp=7&type=product&cp=1&id=1151658129996

The center channel.
http://www.bestbuy.com/site/olspage.jsp?skuId=6638855&st=definitive+tech&lp=4&type=product&cp=1&id=1151658129072

Then this subwoofer.
http://www.bestbuy.com/site/olspage.jsp?skuId=7037119&type=product&id=1151658131694

You will need two hdmi cables, a subwoofer cable, and to be on the safe side, 100 feet of speaker wire.

These speakers are bipolar meaning they have drivers on both side of the speaker. The floor standings also have built in subs which gives a you a very full sound. That sub will shake your neighborhood. Keep in mind only blu-ray has a 7.1 audio track on it.

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How can I convert my new Samsung Plasma TV into Smart TV with QWERTY remote?

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K

I just bought my first TV. It's a 60" Samsung PN60F5300. I got a great deal on it, which allowed me to go to 60", but I don't have Smart TV capability. The salesman told me I could get a Smart box (like Roku, Vizio Co-Star, or NetGear NeoTV MAX) or a Blu-ray player with smart TV capabilities, and it would be a similar result. I don't have a DVD player, so I will need to buy one regardless. I am looking to get good quality, reliable electronics, without breaking the bank...so really, I'm just looking for good value. It is also a HUGE benefit for me to get a QWERTY remote for the Smart TV apps.

My choices:
1) Get a Smart set-top box that comes with a QWERTY remote and a plain Blu-ray player
2) Get a Smart set-top box, buy a separate QWERTY remote, and a plain Blu-ray player
3) Get a Smart DVD player and purchase a separate QWERTY remote
4) Return the TV and just buy a 50" Smart Vizio LED E-series TV that comes with a QWERTY keyboard (This would cost $35 more than the TV I have now, but I would lose 10" of screen size. I would still need to buy a plain Blu-ray player.)

My questions:
1) Which options provide the most value for a good price?
2) What brands would you recommend for these items?
3) If I buy a Blu-ray player or set-top box without a QWERTY remote, is it even possible to get one separately that will work? What product would this be?

Please help! Any advice or recommendations are welcomed! Thank you in advance!
I don't really need any gaming at all, and I'm thinking about cost, so PS3 or XBox probably won't work with my budget as well as the other options.

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Yes, the Xbox seems like the winner, if it's not too expensive. If you wouldn't need the Blu-ray player, the Roku 3 has been a great success. New interface, faster hardware etc.

But it's only a streaming player. If you look into it, this review might help
http://www.topgadgetreviews.com/roku-3-streaming-player/

I am thinking of buying an Hp slimline s3500t computer. Is it a good buy for gaming and HTPC?

Trini3000

Been trying to find reviews on the new HP s3500t. Ideally, I wanted to use it for gaming as well as to connect to my flatscreen as a blu ray player and monitor. I really like the compact design and think it will be a great HTPC with some gaming capability. I installed the 512MB NVIDIA GeForce 9500GS, Intel(R) Core(TM) 2 Duo processor E7200 (2.5GHz, 3MB), and 4GB of RAM. Based on the brief details, do you think it can achieve what I am looking for?

Operating system Genuine Windows Vista Home Premium with Service Pack 1 (64-bit)

Processor Intel(R) Core(TM) 2 Duo processor E7200 (2.5GHz, 3MB)

Memory 4GB DDR2-800MHz dual channel SDRAM (2x2048)

Graphics card 512MB NVIDIA GeForce 9500GS, DVI-I, HDMI, VGA adapter

Hard drive FREE UPGRADE to 500GB 7200 rpm SATA 3Gb/s hard drive from 320GB

Networking 802.11 b/g USB Wireless LAN card

Primary CD/DVD drive Blu-ray DVD writer/player & Lightscribe SuperMulti DVD burner

TV & entertainment experience ATSC & NTSC TV tuners with PVR, remote

Sound Card Integrated 5.1 Capable Sound w/ front audio ports

Productivity software SALE! Microsoft(R) Office Home and Student Edition 2007 -- Save $100


Keyboard and Mouse HP wireless keyboard and HP wireless optical mouse

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This looks like a really good pc for everything you need. I ordered a computer on hp.com about a month ago and i couldnt be happier.

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720p TV playing HDMI Blu-ray at 480p?

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CheezyYumY

I got this TV http://www.kmart.com/shc/s/p_10151_10104_012W804958930001P?keyword=012w804958930001&sLevel=0&aff=Y&sid=KAx20061023x272xTier3 and hooked up a Blu-ray disc player via a HDMI cable. When i press input to view the HDMI input, or any input for that matter it displays the Input name in the upper right corner with "480p SD" under it. None of the inputs display as 720p even on HDMIï¼

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You need to go into the blu ray's set up menu, and be sure the output is set to 720p. As for your other items, are they HD or SD things. If they are HD things, again, be sure that their outputs are set to 720p in each of their set up menus.

Maybe its just my area but no one is buying PS3....?

DiMooch

they're in stock in stores (Wii is not) and no one seems to want it. Its pricey, graphics aren't that much better than 360, and no one has blu-ray discs to play on its blu-ray player

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Yeah, all of our local stores walmart, kmart, target, best buy all have these in stock now. I think the main reason they arent moving as well as they were at first is b/c they are really pricey! Plus, they are new, and they still have bugs that need to be worked out of them! The true gamer will always be the first in line for these high tech systems and make the craze, but for the rest of us, I'm sure we have other things to "waste" our money on other than a new gaming system!

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What cables do I need for an internet connection from my Blu-Ray Player to my PC?

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Yankee in

What cables do I need for an internet connection from my Blu-Ray Player to my PC?

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You need a direct connection to your router. If your router has only 1 ethernet port (which is probably already connected to the PC) then that port will have to now connect to a switch, your PC and Blu-Ray will then connect to the switch via ethernet cables.

Blu ray player only plays sound with a green screen when trying to play a blu ray movie. How do I fix this?

Lindsay

I have my hdmi cord connected from blu ray player to my tv. It is a vizio blu ray player.

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May be you need to update your Vizio blu ray player software, How to do this check if your blu ray player have a ethernet or wireless connection read your vizio manual how to update, of course you need
an internet connection to update your player...

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How to wirelessly stream a live PC Desktop to a TV?

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kingoftown

I have a PC, a Router, and a wireless Blu Ray player attached to my TV and router.

I downloaded software called VLC player, thinking I could use it to stream my desktop to the TV via the Blu Ray player. (I can stream stuff to it similar to a PS3) Its interface is somewhat cryptic, though.

I have no problem streaming media files, but how do I stream a live desktop?

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I'm not going to Refer or something like that but I found a Great TV Software you can download Guys. I have now thousands of channels installed and my Windows PC and also in my Mac. Go to this Site and Download if you want: http://www.real-live-tv.com

Do any blu-ray players let you search for movies on netflix by typing in the title of the movie?

bryan

I just got a blu-ray player that only lets me choose what to watch from my netflix instant queue. Do any blu-ray players have the option to search for a movie/tv show by typing in the title? I have a roku player that does this and it makes it so much easier to find the movie i am looking for.

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It is not good idea to search blu-ray movies online, you'd better buy blu-ray dics and get a blu-ray player not the software on PC

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How do I convert hdmi to component?

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Scarlette

I have an older sanyo hd TV and a new lg blu ray player.The problem is that my tv does not have a hdmi output, it only has outputs for component cables.What do I buy to go from hdmi to component?

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How the devices are hooked up with a hdmi cable.
- Blu-ray player hdmi output to hdmi input on tv for tv video+audio. (Configure output and inputs settings).
- Hdmi > displayport > dvi > vga, will all be capable of doing up to 1080p or beyond.
- Component will do up to 720p and 1080i. (If the tv does not have the above connections, it will not likely be able to do beyond 720p or 1080i).

If the blu-ray player has hdmi output and tv gots a dvi-i or dvi-d input,
- Use a hdmi to dvi-d cable.
or
If the blu-ray player has a dvi output and tv gots a dvi input,
- Use a dvi cable.
or
If the blu-ray player has a vga output and tv gots a vga input,
- Use a vga cable.
or
If the blu-ray player has vga output and tv gots a dvi-i or dvi-a input or vice versa,
- Use a vga to dvi-a cable.
or
If the blu-ray player has a component output and the tv gots a tv component input,
- Use a component cable (other than hdmi, a blu-ray player should always have at least one other video output like component video).
or
If your outputs/inputs use a different signal, you cannot use a simple cable, you would need a converter (or a receiver which can convert as well).
- Now to answer your question, if a converter is your only option, you can get a hdmi to component converter, you can find them on monoprice and amazon.
- EDIT: I forgot to mention that both vga and component is analog and hdmi is digital + use different color spaces.ect = you need a hdmi converter to go to vga or component. (Hdmi to vga converter > hdmi to component converter. Check what resolution each does, vga will do 1080p or beyond, while component will only do up to 720p or 1080i). (Check if you got vga, if not use component).

Hook up a Bluray player with only HDMI output, to play audio through Surround Sound connected via component?

Father Tim

Please help, looking to play Blu Ray audio through my DVD/Surround Sound. The Blu Ray player only has a HDMI output, so it is hooked up to the TV. The TV is connected to the DVD/Surround Sound via component. Right now I can see the picture, but I can't see the audio. If it matters, the Cable box is hooked to the tv with HDMI.

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Component (green, red, blue RCA cables) is video only. So from what you've described, you haven't sent any audio to your sound system.

Some dvd/surround systems (especially the cheaper ones) are players only, meaning they don't have any audio inputs to connect anything else to them. In that case, the speakers are only for the built-in dvd player. You didn't say what the tv can output and what the sound system can input so I'm going to have to write a lot of "if"s:

If the Blu-ray player only has hdmi and the sound system doesn't have hdmi input (likely), you'll have to use the tv's audio output. You can only get stereo this way, not full surround sound. Most tvs have optical (s/pdif) as the only output. If your sound system has optical in, use that. If it has digital coaxial (another kind of s/pdif) input, you can get an "optical to digital coaxial" converter. If the sound system only has analog (red/white RCA) input and the tv has a headphone jack, you can connect it that way using a "3.5mm to rca" cable. This is your lowest-cost option and not really any worse than anything else. Last one: If there's no headphone jack but the tv does have optical out, you can get an "optical to analog rca" converter as well.

It's up to you to decide if all this is worth it. If your tv speakers already sound good, it may not be worth jumping through hoops to get the (stereo only) sound out of the sound system's speakers. Someone will probably come along and tell you to just buy a new surround sound system with hdmi (or at least s/pdif) input :)
The way to get surround out of Blu-ray, by the way, would be to connect the Blu-ray player to the sound system via hdmi or s/pdif but that doesn't sound like an option with your current equipment. I personally prefer a player with more output options for this reason.

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What's the difference between 1080i and 1080p?

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Q. Can someone clarify the difference?

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There are 3 1080 resolutions stipulated by the ATSC for HD material.

1080i 60i frames per second

1080p 30p frames per second

1080p 24p frames per second

The interlaced 60i will create a half image (every other line) every 1/60th of a second.

1080p 30p was developed for progressive displays that could not obviously display natively 1080i 60i.There is a little advantage in edge jitter, but this can make fast motion look somewhat blurry.

The big advantage to 1080p is the 24p scan rate. When using this with the right Blu-ray or Hd DVD player set to 24p the transfer has no 3/2 pulldown. The display progressively displays the movie the exact way it was transferred, at 24 frames a second.

Obviously edge jitter is reduced to nil with a 1080p set, but only with content in 1080p it does nothing for 1080i or other resolutions.

Given the small additional cost 1080p is the way to go.

Overall Which is better HDMI or Component?

logan

I have a existing video processor in my current set up that I am considering replacing, but I can find no information on frame rate comparison between HDMI and Component any thoughts?

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Most manufactures will not tell you about frame rate, it will make the difference.

HD signals range the following

720p 60p or 30p frames
1080i at 60i
1080p at 24p or 30p

based on you previous questions the projector you have will accept any resolution. And given the processor you have I would stick to it vs. buying one that has HDCP and HDMI inputs. Your processor will interpolate the signal and make the progressive display output just as it already does, better than most players or sources are capable of. I would wager with the proper settings you would be hard pressed to see the difference between 1080p 30p vs. 1080i 60i.

Given that you decided agains Blu-ray you should just wait it out for somethign better, since it seems you are already happy.

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Should I get a MacBook or a Sony VAIO?

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chevycobal

I'm getting a new laptop, but I can't decide. I can get a MacBook for $1,000, and I've always wanted a Mac. However, Wal-Mart is offering through it's Site-2-Store a Sony VAIO laptop with Windows 7 and a Blu-ray player for a little over $700. (I already have a BD player, but this would obviously be portable.) Which one should I get?

Answer
Apple MacBook
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B002QQ8EKO?tag=dcmb-20

Review:
Pros:

- Unibody enclosure
- Same battery as the MacBook Pro
- Same graphics and processor (low end) of 13" MBP
- Glass multi-touch trackpad
- 250GB Hard Drive (bigger than entry level MBP)
- DDR3 RAM
- LED Backlit Display
- SuperDrive
- New AC Adapter (I just like it better. Basically the same as a MB Air's)
- Snow Leopard
- Price

Cons:

- No backlit keyboard
- Bezel around the display isn't as "refined" and the edge to edge glass on the MBP
- No Firewire. Isn't that big for current products as most things are going USB, but legacy items and high transfer rates of Firewire 800 or sustained throughput of 400 would have been nice.
- Battery is non-removable. Again, could be a big deal for some.
- "Non-slip" bottom is rather slippery and tends to gather crud easily, but then again, it's easy to wipe clean
- While I would surely say that the new case is more pro than con (looks better, doesn't get dirty as easily, fingerprints rub right off) that high gloss is rather easy to scratch.
- Finally, this is more neutral than con, I would have liked to have seen a $50 price drop, putting this machine for students and educators, who make up a sizable chunk of Apple's target demographic, at $899. With everything that has changed on this machine, I can see why it didn't happen.

Overall, I would say that this is an very solid machine. For those looking for the "best overall value" in the notebook line, I say that it would be a toss up for me between this guy and the 2.53 MBP. For most users, this is more than enough machine and would be my pick for them. With the overall features, value, and redesigned exterior (and interior), this is really a great machine.

Review 2: Wow. Okay, I previously had a Sony Vaio that ran Windows Vista. It wasn't a bad computer in any sense, but now that I've owned this Macbook for a day, I can already see that it wasn't a GREAT computer at all! Even after a single day, I can already tell that this Mac has pulled me in, and I will never go back to Windows computers, unless they somehow become more amazing than Apple. But they won't. Once you go Mac, you don't go back ;)

But... anyway. The pros:
1. Start up/shut down. Shut down takes 5 seconds, and start up takes 10-20 seconds. My jaw dropped when I actually saw it happen.
2. The BATTERY. It really will last up to seven hours. Which I need, as I am a college student. If nothing else, get it for the battery life, haha.
3. Ease of use! I know my way around Windows computers quite well, and this was my first Mac, but my gosh, I've caught on quite quickly. Installing & uninstalling "apps" is 1000X easier than programs in Windows. I couldn't believe it was so easy, again, until I saw myself do it. If you happen to lose anything, spotlight will easily find it for you. Similar to the "search" feature in Vista's start menu.
4. The power adapter. It really is a simple magnet. You can pull as hard as you want, and the computer is going nowhere as it detaches.
5. The keyboard, and track pad! And... well, honestly, everything else, haha.

Cons:
1. No SD card slot. But this can easily be fixed by purchasing a SD-USB item. I haven't done so yet, but eh.



Overall, this is definitely a computer you should get. I once thought Apple overpriced its computers, by looking at the technical specs. Now I realize, you really do get what you pay for. Mac is sooo much better! Now I'm a believer :P

Do the iMac's have a blu-ray player or blu-ray burner?

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I am comparing different computers and I am leaning towards a 20 inch iMac, but do they have bluray players and/or burners?

Answer
MACs still do NOT have blu-ray players/burners.

The only way for now is to connect an external blu-ray player/burner via USB or Firewire 800.

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