BD-RE, DVD+RW, DVD-RW - BD Video, DVD Video, JPEG, MP3, LPCM, AVCHD Playback - Progressive Scan - MPN: BDPS500 See Product Details
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Description
Enter the next level of high definition with the stylish BDP-S500 Blu-ray Disc player. Built with rigid beam construction and a motorized sliding front panel, the BDP-S500 is a videophile's delight. The pristine images from high definition Blu-ray Disc movies and 1080p DVD upscaling will make your HDTV come alive. Amazing 24p True Cinema output and cinema-tuned picture presets allow you to see movies exactly as the director intended. Featuring LPCM, Dolby TrueHD and DTS HD audio decoding for ultra-realistic sound, this player is also a treat for the ears. And with BRAVIA Theatre Sync, you can control your compatible BRAVIA HDTV and Sony AV system with the press of a button.
Quick Glance
Video Upscaling: 1080p
Product Type: Blu-ray Disc Player
Summary
Product Title: Sony BDP-S500 Blu-ray Disc Player
Manufacturer: Sony
Lowest Price: $134.77
Power Score: 3.6 | 9 Reviews
General
Product Type: Blu-ray Disc Player
Components and Compatible Media
Media Supported: BD-RE - Play, DVD+RW - Play, DVD-RW - Play
Number of Discs Supported: 1
Interface
Output: A/V (Composite), Component Video, HDMI, S-Video
Interface Connection: 1 x HDMI - Rear, 1 x Component Video Out - Rear, 1 x S-Video Out - Rear, 1 x Composite Video Out - Rear, 1 x Toslink S/PDIF Out - Rear, 1 x S/PDIF Out - Rear, 1 x Audio Out - Rear, 1 x Stereo Audio Line Out - Rear
Audio Video Connectors: HDMI Yes, Component Video Yes, Composite Video Yes
Video Quality
Video Upscaling: 1080p
Audio Quality
On-board Decoders: Dolby Digital
Audio DAC: 24 Bit
Dimensions
Height: 3.91 in
Width: 16.93 in
Depth: 14.21 in
Weight: 10.58 lbs
Warranty
Warranty Information: 1 Year Limited
More Info
URL: Manufacturer Link
Merchants (Images): Electronic Imaging
Strengths: good picture, easy to connect
Weakness: none I can see
This unit is solidly built and the connections are easy. The picture is clear and crisp and is far better than the standard definition dvd players.If I had to make a choice today, I would still choose this model. This unit allows you to play discs burned on your computer as well.
Strengths: clear and clean picture on both BlueRay and SD/DVDs
Weakness: so far so good
Sony has got it together.products work beautifly together.i have Sony BDP-S500 and Toshiba HD-AX2.Sony wins.BlueRay just simply has better picture and easier to use.i have not had any problems at all with my sony equipment.
Strengths: Very clear picture, saturated colors, upscaling of regular dvd to near 1080 quality, very easy to use
Weakness: Unit takes a long time to start up. This one takes over a minute to warm up. Not a major inconvenience unless you are in a rush..can live with it.
At first I wasn't sure if I wanted (or needed) a blu ray player but I'm really glad I purchased this unit. It plays all types of cds and dvds, including non-high definition cds and upscales them to a beautiful image. The only thing I dont like is the amount of time it takes to start up. but other than this the machine itself is very sleek and easy to use. Highly recommended for anyone who needs...
Strengths: Sleek looking! HDMI and optical cable connections. Plays all formats of disk except HD-DVD(which sucks).
Weakness: There isn't enough control buttons on the player itself.
The Sony BDP-500 is very clean looking. The drive bay is hidden behind a panel that move up and down. The setup menu is very easy to go through and setup was no problem, it looks like the PSP menu. You can play your music cd and all movie formats except HD-DVD. The player even makes regular DVDs look spectacular. Since Sony helped develop the Blu-ray technology I figured I couldn't go wrong...
Strengths: Although my time with my new unit is brief, I am totally pleased with its performance. It is different in operation from the older format DVD players; sounds emenating are more computer like.
Weakness: None really, it turns on/ready to play is slower than standard DVD players. Who is in a hurry when relaxing to enjoy a movie anyway.
This unit is a great addition to my home theater system and is greatly enhancing the SONY LCD TV which it is connected to. I look forward to many hours of enjoyment with this new unit and experiencing all there is to this new format of HD on DVD. I recommend this unit to anyone who enjoys movies at home.
The Sony BDP-S500 is a basic profile (1.0) Blu-Ray player capable of upscaling DVDs to 1080p via HMDI. It can display images at both 60p and 24p, and will play back video encoded in MPEG-2/MPEG-4-AVC and VC-1 codecs. The player is capable of 7.1 HDMI and 5.1 analog audio output, as well as uncompressed PCM sound, plus Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby True-HD and DTS-HD via HDMI. The player also features...
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Testseek.com has collected 16 expert reviews for Sony BDP-S500 and the average expert rating is 74 of 100. The average score reflects the expert community’s view on this product. Click below and use Testseek.com to see all ratings, product awards and conclusions.
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Sony BDP-S500 receives an overall TopTenREVIEWS score of 0.89 out of 4.00. It is ranked the #28 HD and Blu-Ray DVD player of all time. The overall rating represents an intelligent balance of features, value as a function of price to features, and a summary of reviews from a variety of sources. The TopTen REVIEWS' formula gives a picture of important consumer features, market value, and a...
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Sony BDP-S500 Blu Ray Disc Player
Strengths: Excellent picture quality utilizing HDMI in combination with a AV Reciever and LCD HDTV.
Weakness: Unit is a bit large and has many setting options, otherwise no complaints.
Just purchased the Sony and installed it last Tuesday. Very easy installation utilizing a single HDMI cable between the Sony and the AV Receiver then on to the LCD HDTV via HDMI. The Sony takes 45 seconds to fully power up and almost 30 seconds to load a Blu Ray DVD. Not bad considering the amount of information on Blu Ray DVD’s. The only issue I’m having right now is figuring out why I’m...
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