hi to all:
searching for a 3D blu-ray player and found this player Philips BDP5200 Built-in WiFi-n 3D Blu-ray Disc player
1. is this a good specs/ good buy? ( see bottom for specs taken from yesasia site)
2. this is cnet asia review - on the down side review, digital coaxial output - is this applicable to us? is this important? thanks
Thanks
http://asia.cnet.com/product/philips-bdp5200-blu-ray-player-45599946.htmPhilips has recently launched a midrange 3D Blu-ray player which features both 3D support and Wi-Fi connectivity. Like the rest of the company's 2011 models, the player now supports a wider range of media formats such as MKV and RMVB can be played back from USB devices or via DLNA compatible devices such as your PC. Here are our first impressions of this player.
Upside
Perhaps the best feature of the BDP5200 would be its built-in Wi-Fi based on the latest Wireless-N standard. Most Blu-ray players in this range offer only an external Wi-Fi dongle that would take up a USB slot.
Users can also access Philip's Net TV function, to watch videos from sources such as YouTube and download apps to enjoy other online services. The Web browser included, however, does not support Adobe Flash.
An external USB keyboard can be connected to the BDP2000 for text input.
iOS users can also download the "MyRemote" app to control the player from their iPhone/iPads/iPod touch. Additionally, if you have more than one Philips audio/visual product in your home network, the app will automatically pick it up and add it to the list. Sadly, there isn't an Android version available at the moment.
Downside
The player's lack of built-in memory to enable BD-Live function for storing movie interactive content downloaded from the Internet. You'll either have to sacrifice a USB port or insert an SD card to access the features from either BD-Live or Net TV.
Additionally, this player comes with a digital coaxial output, which is not commonly found in most home theater-in-a-box (HTIB) systems that are equipped with optical inputs. Other Philips products on the other hand, would most probably be compatible with the BDP5200.
Outlook
At S$299(US$248), the midrange BDP5200 costs the same as several entry-level players such as the Panasonic DBT110. You'll be hard-pressed to find an alternative with similar specifications for an identical price.
Philips BDP5200 Built-in WiFi-n 3D Blu-ray Disc player (Multi Region)
Philips
Our Price: US$265.99 [~PHP11,311.22] -without warranty
List: PHP13,607.57
Save: PHP2,296.35 (17%)
NOTICE:
Philips BDP5200 Built-in WiFi-n 3D Blu-ray Disc player (Multi Region) (A ONLY for Blu-ray) and REGION FREE for all DVD.
Technical specifications
Picture/Display
Aspect ratio: 21:9, 16:9, 4:3
Blu-ray 3D: Full HD 1080p
Picture enhancement: High Def (720p, 1080i, 1080p), Progressive scan, Video upscaling
D/A converter: 12Bit/148MHz
Video Playback
Playback Media: BD Video, BD-ROM, BD-R/RE 2.0, DVD, DVD-Video, DVD+R/+RW, DVD-R/-RW, Video CD/SVCD, CD-R/CD-RW, USB flash drive, DivX, CD
Compression formats: DivX Plus™ HD, MKV, H.264, VC-1, MPEG2, XviD, AVCHD, WMV
Disc Playback Modes: Standard Play, Pause, Search forward/reverse, Slow Forward, Resume Playback from Stop, Skip, Disc Menu, Repeat, A-B Repeat, Zoom, Angle
Video Enhancement: Deep Color, x.v. Color, Video Upscaling, Progressive Scan
BD Region Code: A
Sound
Sound System: DTS-HD Master Audio, Dolby True HD, Dolby Digital Plus, DTS, Dolby Digital
Signal to noise ratio: = 100 dB
Dynamic Range (1kHz): =90 dB
Frequency response: (20kHz): = |0.2|dB (Max./Min. 2ch, DVD) Hz Hz
D/A converter: 24 bit, 192 kHz
Audio Playback
Playback Media: CD, CD-R/RW, MP3-CD, MP3-DVD, USB flash drive
Compression format: DTS, Dolby Digital, AAC (multi-channels), MP3, PCM, WMA
Digital Photo Playback
Playback Media: CD-R/RW, DVD+R/+RW, DVD-R/-RW, USB flash drive
Picture Compression Format: JPEG
Picture Enhancement: High Definition Resolution, Slideshow, Rotate, Zoom, Slideshow with MP3 playback
Connectivity
Rear Connections: HDMI output, Digital coaxial out, Composite video (CVBS) output, Analog audio Left/Right out, Ethernet
Front / Side connections: USB 2.0
Network connections: 802.11 b/g/n, Built-in WiFi
PC network link: DLNA 1.5 certified
Convenience
EasyLink: One touch play, One touch standby
On-Screen Display languages: English, German, French, Dutch, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish, Danish, Finnish, Polish, Swedish, Norwegian, Turkish, Czech, Greek
Child Protection: Parental Control
BD-Live(1GB USB memory needed): yes
Firmware upgradeable: Firmware upgradeable via USB, Online firmware upgrade
Online services: Net TV
Accessories
Included accessories: Audio/Video cable, User Manual, CD-R (User Manual), Quick start guide, Product Registration Card, Remote Control, 2 x AAA Batteries
User Manual: English, Traditional Chinese
Power
Power supply: 110-240V, 50/60 Hz
Power consumption: 18 W
Standby power consumption: 0.18W
Dimensions
Packaging Width: 495 mm
Packaging Height: 99 mm
Packaging Depth: 303 mm
Weight incl. Packaging: 2.4 kg
Product depth: 208.5 mm
Product height: 42 mm
Product width: 435 mm
Product weight: 1.65 kg
