Are there desktops with blu-ray players and hdmi outputs?

tristan

Don't know very much about computers. Just bought a 47" 1080p 120hz tv, was wondering if I could use it as a monitor and watch blu-rays? If so which model would be best? Thanks.

Answer
You can install a blu-ray drive such as http://www.amazon.com/LITE--Blu-ray-Internal-Optical-iHOS104/dp/B002EE996Q/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1311195491&sr=8-1 on almost any desktop nowadays, and most graphics cards have HDMI out ports on them.

Should I buy a blue ray player?

Juke Nibi!

Early this year blu beat HD-DVD and everyone was saying the uncertainty was over. But now I'm hearing Blu-ray might actually go the way of laser-disc anyway within a couple of years.

So what IS the format to buy? I have not upgraded my systems in 8 years, since I got my very first income as a kid/teenager. With that money I bought a nice dvd with dolby digital it's lasted me that long, and a receiver, speakers, etc.

What should I look for and consider buying?
I can wait it's not an immediate purchase but I think 9-10 years seems fine as a reason to upgrade (I still have a TUBE tv!!)

I'm already waiting on my 6 year old computer, I want a new one but I'm waiting for windows 7 lol

Answer
blu-ray will be around for at least another 10yrs

sony has said that the ps3 is a 10yr system. they will be supporting it for at least that long. therefore the blu-ray format will have support from sony for at least that long and that means companies that back up the format will be here to stay as well (and for those that don't like sony or ps3- get over yourselves- this is not a debate about which gaming system is better. this is strictly about the blu-ray disc format itself). remember- sony used the ps2 to introduce dvds into more homes than a stand-alone dvd player would have and the ps3 is quietly doing the same thing right now, where high end home theatres have an xbox for gaming and ps3 for blu-ray discs

blu ray players (high end ones, at least) will also be around for awhile because they are the first disc based players that can go online to download patches, feature updates, etc. this ensures obsolescence will not be an issue for awhile

so if you're considering getting a blu-ray player look for at least the following:

-hdmi version 1.3 compatibility
-ethernet/online hookup
-1080p output (believe it or not some players max out at 1080i or 720p)

updating your system to blu-ray will open up other avenues like eventually updating your receiver to one that accepts hdmi 1.3 and dts-hd and a tv that outputs 1080p at 120hz, etc. if that's what you're into

g luck

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External blu ray player to pc to tv through hdmi?

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Zack

Okay, so I bought an external blu ray writer and am concerned about the quality I will receive after connecting my pc to my tv. Will my computer in any way limit the overall quality my tv will display? I asked this question of amazon, please read the conversation below.




You are now connected to Chadwick from Amazon.com

Me:If I play a blu ray movie through an external blu ray drive connected to my pc connected to my tv through an hdmi cable, will I lose any quality? What I mean is, will the quality be limited to the specs of my computer screen or will the quality be the same provided by a regular blu ray player connected directly to my tv?

Chadwick:Thank you for contacting Amazon, my name is Chadwick.

Me:I ask because I just bought a Samsung SE-506BB/TSBD 6X USB2.0 External Slim Blu-ray Writer

Chadwick:Wow what a question Zachary, being honest I'm not sure. But from experience I basically get the same quality from the actual movie or blu ray. The quality of the computer's screen wouldn't affect the out put through the hdmi. So it should be high definition right though.
I hope I answered that clear enough.

Me:Yeah but when you connect a computer to a tv via hdmi, it's just doubling the computer screen. Wouldnt that limit the specs to that of the computer?

Chadwick:Let me simplify.
Wow, I'm giving this some thought.
This is a very good question.
I think if your Television has a higher resolution than that of your computer screen then while watching a hd movie while connected to your computer through a hdmi cable. You would see a clearer resolution from the television. You wouldn't be limited to the screen of the computer. But while just surfing the net or doing regular stuff from the computer you would be limited to the quality of the computer monitor.

Me:How could the two activities produce different results?
Chadwick:Let me illustrate for you. Do you own a playstation or xbox?

Me:Yes
I see where you're going with your illustration, but it doesn't seem quite the same. Neither of those provide screen duplication or extension.
Chadwick:Okay if you were to play call of duty which the quality is 1080p (this is the quality the disc contains) then if you play on a regular tv lets say a TV with the resolution of 720p Then that's the maximum out put you would get because that's the limit the TV has while the disc can give you the full 1080p. if you had a TV that can give the full 1080p then you would see the full quality of the disc.

Me:I understand that. However, in your illustration my pc would be a PS3. I'm worried about my graphics card limiting the processing of the resolution. I think the output resolution from my pc to tv will be determined on the quality of my computer, not the quality of my tv. Say the disc I want to play is 1080i, but my tv can only process 720, I dont think it will be able to jump from 1080 to 720 back to 1080.
but my tv can only process 720 - correction - but my *computer* can only process 720

Chadwick:Well I guess in this case it may have to be trial and error. You have a good point also. So if the blu ray writer drive doesn't work out for you then you'll have a month to decide if you want to return for a refund.

Me:I wish there were an easy way to determine quality based on appearances. Being that it will be my first blu ray player I wont have anything to to compare the results against.
Chadwick:I agree, and as far as it goes for blu ray players I use my PS3 so I really don't know how best to advise you in this case. I just think it will be trial and error.

Me:I guess the only way I'll know for sure is hooking it up to my tv and comparing it to my computer screen. If it's the same quality then I'll have to return it.

Chadwick:That won't be a problem, just contact us if you need a return label.
External blu ray player to pc to tv through hdmi

Is there anything else I could assist with?

Me:That should do it, thanks.

Chadwick:You're most welcome Zachary. Have a great night. Pleasure speaking to you.
Thanks for making it amazon.

Answer
- What resolution is your tv? What is your computer model number and/or graphic/video card model number?
= No your computer monitor has nothing to do with what resolution is sent through the video cable to the tv..... = BTW, when your doing dual/clone screen or extended screen your using two separate cables right? If your using a splitter cable or something then please look below at the bottom.
= Your computer's graphics/video card has the abilities of how high of a resolution it can send (depends on the card and what video cable your using). = If your using hdmi, your graphics card should do at least 1920x1080p/24bpp/60hz.
- (If video cable is transferring 1080p, but tv is 720p, tv will downscale it to 720p). (If video cable is transferring 720p, but tv is 1080p, tv will upscale it to 1080p). (= I recommend you choose the same resolution to output on the graphics card to match the same resolution on the tv so there is no scaling). (= 1080p movie/game will look better than a 720p movie/game even if your only transferring 720p over the video cable and receiving 720p on the tv).

= (Video cables: DisplayPort, HDMI or DVI carry digital video). (DVI, VGA, Component, Scart, S-Video, or Composite carry analog video).
- DisplayPort cable (v1.2 four lane link): Up to 4096x2160p/24bpp/60hz or 2560x1600p/48bpp/60hz or 1920x1080p (48bpp/120hz or 24bpp/240hz or 24bpp/120hz for 3D). (DP v1.1a two lane link is similar to high speed HDMI v1.4).
- HDMI cable (v1.4): Standard speed up to 1920x1080i/24bpp/60hz or 1280x720p/24bpp/60hz. High speed up to 4096x2160p/24bpp/24hz or 3840x2160p/24bpp/30hz or 2560x1600p/24bpp/60hz or 1920x1080p (48bpp/60hz or 24bpp/120hz or 24bpp/60hz for 3D). (HDMI v1.0 to v1.2, high speed is similar to DVI-SL, standard speed is similar to component).
- DVI cable: Single-Link up to 1920x1080p/24bpp/60hz. Dual-link up to 2560x1600p/24bpp/60hz.
- VGA cable: Up to 2048Ã1536p/24bpp/85hz.
- Component-video cable: Up to 1920x1080i/24bpp/60hz or 1280x720p/24bpp/60hz.
- Scart > S-Video > Composite-video cables: Up to 720x480i/24bpp/60hz (NTSC countries) or 720x576i/24bpp/50hz (PAL/SECAM countries).

= (Audio cables: DisplayPort, HDMI, S/PDIF Optical, or S/PDIF Coxial carry digital audio). (Red/White or Headphone jack carry analog audio).
- DisplayPort (v1.0 to v1.2) or HDMI (v1.3 to v1.4) cable: Up to 7.1/24bit/96khz or 5.1/24bit/192khz (192khz for PCM). Up to 8 channels (7.1) uncompressed PCM and lossless compression surround sound formats DTS-HD-MA or Dolby TrueHD and lossy compression surround sound formats DTS-HD-HR, Dolby Digital Plus, DTS 96/24, DTS-ES Discrete, DTS, or Dolby Digital.
- S/PDIF Optical or S/PDIF Coxial cable: Up to 5.1/20bit/48khz (96khz for DTS 96/24 and 192khz for PCM) (or 6.1 DTS-ES Discrete) (24bit optional). Up to 2 channels (2.0) uncompressed PCM and lossy compression surround sound formats DTS 96/24, DTS-ES Discrete, DTS, or Dolby Digital.
= Tip: If you have a receiver that does not support DTS-HD-MA, Dolby TrueHD, DTS-HD-HR, or Dolby Digital Plus bitstreams, you can tell your output device to decode it into PCM and then send it over the hdmi cable to the receiver.

= Other cable options. You need a converter if you want to

Can you simply plug in a 3D blu ray player into A 3D ready projector such as a BenQ W600 for 3D movie viewing?

blu ray player 120hz output image

Ryan

Also dose the projector emit the wireless signal for the shutter glasses?

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According to this review, they had trouble getting the 3D display mode to work: http://www.projectorcentral.com/benq_w600_projector_review.htm .

"The W600 is billed as a 3D Ready projector, meaning it can handle a 120Hz refresh rate and incorporates DLP Link technology. However, we ran into the digital equivalent of a Mexican Standoff when we tried to use it. Sound confusing? Well, that's because it is.

The W600's "3D Mode" option is grayed out in the menu, and will only become available if the projector detects a 120Hz signal being sent to it. However, many devices, including both 3D-capable computers we have in our lab, will only send a 120Hz signal if the display is capable of displaying it. And the W600 does not report that it is capable of displaying such a signal until you turn on 3D Mode. But you cannot turn on 3D Mode until you send a 120Hz signal, so you loop back to step one.

If you can force your 3D source to output 120Hz, or somehow trick the W600 into enabling 3D mode, you can use 3D mode as intended. However, many people will find this system frustrating and difficult to use. "

Perhaps this will be fixed in the future with a firmware upgrade.

The projector uses "DLP Link" to sync with the eyeglasses. Data is projected onscreen between the alternating left and right frames (though you won't see it) in order to sync the 3D eyeglasses with the projected images: http://www.dlp.com/projector/dlp-innovations/dlp-link.aspx .

What's the best AV Receiver I can buy for $1000-$1200?

AV guy

I have an HD DirectTV DVR, Blu-Ray player, XBOX 360, VCR and a Pioneer Plasma HDTV (1080p) and want a new AV receiver with at least 3 HDMI inputs, with good upconversion and good downcoversion as well. Would like iPod comptabible, satellite radio ready and ability for multi-zones. Thanks for your help!

Answer
As a yamaha owner I may be slightyl biased but the Yamaha - 910W fills all your requirements and more. I love mine and it's been providing great sound, without problem for years.

here is best buy's link to it: (you may be able to find a better price)
http://www.bestbuy.com/site/olspage.jsp?skuId=8497432&type=product&id=1188561455849

Product Features

* 910W total power: 130W x 7 RMS
* Surround sound decoders include Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Digital EX, Dolby Pro Logic IIx, DTS-HD Master Audio, DTS-ES Discrete 6.1, DTS 96/24, DTS Neo:6, Neural Surround and XM HD Surround
* Cinema DSP and Silent Cinema technologies create thrillingly realistic soundscapes; 22 surround sound programs provide extensive compatibility and listening choices
* XM HD powered by Neural Surround
* HDMI 1.3a specification supports with Deep Color (30/36-bit) transmission, 120Hz and 24Hz refresh rates and auto lip-sync compensation
* YPAO (Yamaha Parametric Room Acoustic Optimizer) automatically optimizes receiver output to optimum sound for the room acoustics, checking and adjusting for speaker connections, distances, size, frequency response and sound pressure level
* Night Listening Enhancer offers cinema and music modes, ensuring you won't miss quiet dialog or lose surround spaciousness during low-volume listening; Silent Cinema mode lets you enjoy multichannel audio and video sound through headphones
* Optional Apple iPod universal dock (YDS-10, not included) lets you connect your iPod, iPod mini or iPod nano to the receiver; iPod classic, 3rd-generation iPod nano and iPod touch are compatible with content playback and control only
* Compressed music enhancer utilizes digital signal processing to improve playback of compressed music formats
* Subwoofer crossover offers a choice of 9 subwoofer crossover frequencies; phase switching lets you customize efficiency and performance for the best bass response
* AM/FM tuner with 40 station presets
* Anchor Bay Technology scaler engine independently scales an image horizontally and vertically to further improve picture quality on high-resolution displays (up to 1080i and 720p with HDMI output)
* Multizone capability reproduces separate input sources in up to 3 rooms (zone 2 and 3); power amplifier assignability and speaker terminals allow for independent operation of zone 2 or 3; initial volume setting and maximum volume setting available
* High-performance Burr-Brown 192kHz/24-bit digital-to-analog conversion for front channels; 192kHz/24-bit analog-to-digital conversion for back channels
* Inputs: 4 HDMI, 5 optical digital audio, 3 coaxial digital audio, 6 S-video, 6 composite A/V, 3 audio and 3 component video
* Outputs: 1 HDMI, 2 composite A/V, 1 audio, 2 optical digital audio, 2 S-video, 1 component video monitor, 1 S-video monitor and 1 composite monitor
* 2 + 12V trigger outputs and an RS-232C interface for easy integration with your home theater
* Sleep timer for added convenience
* Dual illuminated preset remotes included; on-screen display for easy navigation

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How do I change my setting for Sony Blu Ray to view in 1080p?

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kscott_217

When I drop in a standard DVD and choose "display" in the upper left corner it says 420p. When I drop in a Blu Ray DVD and click "display" it still says 420p. I have a Philips 37" LCD 1080p TV. Any suggestions? I bought a HDMI cable, cheap on the Internet, Could that be the issue?

Answer
First of all, to respond to what someone above said, there is no need for HDMI cables to support 120Hz. The 120Hz refresh is handled by the television, not the source or the cable. Therefore, there is no truth when someone tells you your HDMI cable can't handle 120Hz. It's not even just a lie, it's completely stupid.

Anyhow, reasons why your TV may be display blu-ray at 420p (I'm more inclined to believe that you are referring to either 480p or 720p)

-HDMI output settings (as someone else mentioned) are incorrect
-Blu-ray is also connected via composite cables and TV is on wrong input
-TV does not fully support HDCP, causing a drop in resolution.
-HDMI cable not accurately receiving authentication handshake from the TV (this would be a problem w/ the TV, not the HDMI cable).

It may also help if you post in Additional Details the model of the blu-ray player so we can check specific settings regarding HDMI output display settings. Also, the model of your Philips TV so we can research any known issues. And, lastly, if it only happens on one movie - the name of that movie could help. If not, disregard as this is most likely not the issue.

It may be something as simple as changing a setting or applying a firmware update to your blu-ray player or television.

Are there desktops with blu-ray players and hdmi outputs?

tristan

Don't know very much about computers. Just bought a 47" 1080p 120hz tv, was wondering if I could use it as a monitor and watch blu-rays? If so which model would be best? Thanks.

Answer
You can install a blu-ray drive such as http://www.amazon.com/LITE--Blu-ray-Internal-Optical-iHOS104/dp/B002EE996Q/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1311195491&sr=8-1 on almost any desktop nowadays, and most graphics cards have HDMI out ports on them.

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