Author Topic: Some questions about Blu-Ray players.... (Read 7328 times)

Klaus Weasley · « **on:** Dec 03, 2011 at 08:53 PM »

1. What is the least expensive BUT good quality brand out there? The least expensive I've found is around PhP10,000 give or take.

2. I've got Blu-Ray discs coming from the States, do I need to buy a specific type of Blu-Ray player in order to play them? What about locally bought Blu-rays? What is our region codes, etc.?

I apologize if there's a thread for this already but I'd like some help. Thanks.

ricky · « **Reply #1 on:** Dec 03, 2011 at 10:58 PM »

Quote from: Klaus Weasley on Dec 03, 2011 at 08:53 PM

1. What is the least expensive BUT good quality brand out there? The least expensive I've found is around PhP10,000 give or take.

2. I've got Blu-Ray discs coming from the States, do I need to buy a specific type of Blu-Ray player in order to play them? What about locally bought Blu-rays? What is our region codes, etc.?

I apologize if there's a thread for this already but I'd like some help. Thanks.

1. Least expensive is 7t Lg brand, but for best pricing you may check out what's available sa Ating marketplace. Recommended seller is anya and toy 01.

2. We share the same region as USA which is region A so no problem if you will purchase player from USA or Philippines.

Philander · « **Reply #2 on:** Dec 04, 2011 at 01:03 AM »

Try to consider Samsung BD-5100, just for 6990.00

CHeck also our Marketplace section for better deals.

coastal · « **Reply #3 on:** Dec 04, 2011 at 07:49 AM »

Quote from: Philander on Dec 04, 2011 at 01:03 AM

Try to consider Samsung BD-5100, just for 6990.00

CHeck also our Marketplace section for better deals.

+1. Although Cd-R King has a 3.5K bluray player while some branded players are offered on sale from time to time.

Klaus Weasley · « **Reply #4 on:** Dec 04, 2011 at 05:46 PM »

I just thought of a couple of more questions:

Can Blu-ray players play regular DVD's as well? I've got both Region 1 and Region 3 DVD's, do I need to keep my region-free DVD player? Thanks!

Philander · « **Reply #5 on:** Dec 04, 2011 at 05:50 PM »

Quote from: Klaus Weasley on Dec 04, 2011 at 05:46 PM

I just thought of a couple of more questions:

Can Blu-ray players play regular DVD's as well? I've got both Region 1 and Region 3 DVD's, do I need to keep my region-free DVD player? Thanks!

Yes, BD player can play any* DVD-Video media/disc if and only if your BD player is All-Region capable, otherwise you can only playback DVDs with a region that the same as your DVD player

techdude · « **Reply #6 on:** Dec 04, 2011 at 11:19 PM »

Save a little more and get a PS3. 12.3k lang yata iyung 160GB (Cash, Datablitz) or 13.4k (320GB, Cash, Datablitz). Baka mas mura pa sa iba... you don't have to jailbreak if you want to use it as a BD player.

HDMI, two-channel sound unless your gear have optical connections. But it's the most powerful BD Player for that amount of money... It can play 3D Bluray if your flat panel can handle it... The PS3 games capability are a bonus...

But if you want cheap, then the CD-R King brand could do for the least amount of money... as to durability, oh well, at least you have six months to try to break it...

If you need analog 5.1 out, then those lesser known brands like NextBase and Xenon have them. Around 10-12k. Quality is probably akin to CD-R King's...

techdude · « **Reply #7 on:** Dec 04, 2011 at 11:22 PM »

As for Region Code, all BD Player bought locally can play Region A Bluray. But DVD playback with branded ones are probably region 3 (including the PS3), but those lesser brands (CDR-King, NextBase, Xenon) are probably region-free for DVD...

Klaus Weasley · « **Reply #8 on:** Dec 05, 2011 at 12:54 AM »

Quote from: techdude on Dec 04, 2011 at 11:19 PM

Save a little more and get a PS3. 12.3k lang yata iyung 160GB (Cash, Datablitz) or 13.4k (320GB, Cash, Datablitz). Baka mas mura pa sa iba... you don't have to jailbreak if you want to use it as a BD player.

I don't play video games.

techdude · « **Reply #9 on:** Dec 05, 2011 at 10:53 PM »

Quote from: Klaus Weasley on Dec 05, 2011 at 12:54 AM

I don't play video games.

It's a bonus, since the PS3's price is competitive vis-a-vis other mid-end BD players. So even if you don't play games, the PS3 is still a great Bluray player for that price. Just because it's a Playstation means it's for games only, I believe many people here use their PS3 exclusively for Bluray movies...

Klaus Weasley · « **Reply #10 on:** Dec 06, 2011 at 12:34 AM »

My brother actually has a PS3 which he uses for Blu-rays but he has moved out and I want my own Blu-ray player. Personally, I just want a player that play the Blu-rays I buy from the States, the Blu-rays I will buy in the Philippines and my Region 1 and Region 3 DVD's that's of good quality and reasonable price.

If there is a such a thing.

If not, let me know so I'll plan for it better. Thank you.

Philander · « **Reply #11 on:** Dec 06, 2011 at 12:53 AM »

Quote from: Klaus Weasley on Dec 06, 2011 at 12:34 AM

My brother actually has a PS3 which he uses for Blu-rays but he has moved out and I want my own Blu-ray player. Personally, I just want a player that play the Blu-rays I buy from the States, the Blu-rays I will buy in the Philippines and my Region 1 and Region 3 DVD's that's of good quality and reasonable price.

If there is a such a thing.

If not, let me know so I'll plan for it better. Thank you.

Someone is selling a BNEW Samsung BD-D5100 BD player for only Php 4,000.00 here. I am using the same player (read my review in the BD thread). I recommend this player as this is the best value BD player.

The only issue about this player is that the DVD playback is locked to Region 3, however there are some fixes around to have it region-free so you can playback your R1 DVDs. You just need a special remote or even Logitech Harmony RC to make it region-free

BusyChild · « **Reply #12 on:** Dec 06, 2011 at 04:12 PM »

Sirs, question... para saan yung "digital copy" (why is it included when you already have the Bluray Disc to watch on a BD player) and saan ito pinapanood? Noob here... thanks!

Klaus Weasley · « **Reply #13 on:** Dec 06, 2011 at 07:22 PM »

I do believe the "digital copy" is for computers, iPhones, iPads and such. It's a LEGAL copy of the film you can rip and play in those venues.

Correct me if I'm wrong.

techdude · « **Reply #14 on:** Dec 06, 2011 at 10:19 PM »

I think a CD-R King Bluray Player would meet your needs... It's region free DVD, and Region A Bluray. Read the CD-R King for feedback on the player, it's mainly positive with one unit conking out just as the 6-months guarantee is about to expire.

mikz023 · « **Reply #15 on:** Dec 07, 2011 at 07:07 AM »

Most of the Bluray Disk has a video resolution of 1080p, my question is can I downscale it to 720p using a BD player or NMT? coz my plasma tv has a capability of 720p only. thanks

Philander · « **Reply #16 on:** Dec 07, 2011 at 07:15 AM »

Quote from: mikz023 on Dec 07, 2011 at 07:07 AM

Most of the Bluray Disk has a video resolution of 1080p, my question is can I downscale it to 720p using a BD player or NMT? coz my plasma tv has a capability of 720p only. thanks

Yes. Most (if not all) BD player can have a video out of 480i, 480p, 720p, 1080i and 1080p. Many 720 native panel plasma can accept 1080p video signal.

mikz023 · « **Reply #17 on:** Dec 07, 2011 at 09:23 AM »

Quote from: Philander on Dec 07, 2011 at 07:15 AM

Yes. Most (if not all) BD player can have a video out of 480i, 480p, 720p, 1080i and 1080p. Many 720 native panel plasma can accept 1080p video signal.

same with NMT? I don't like 1080p resolution in my plasma since i want to utilize the full screen option.

Philander · « **Reply #18 on:** Dec 07, 2011 at 01:55 PM »

Quote from: mikz023 on Dec 07, 2011 at 09:23 AM

same with NMT? I don't like 1080p resolution in my plasma since i want to utilize the full screen option.

Yes.

berserker33 · « **Reply #19 on:** Dec 21, 2011 at 12:53 AM »

ano po pwede nyo ma suggest na bluray player na pwede mag play ng jack sparrow dvd and pwede mag play ng usb at hdd (fat32 and ntfs format)?

coastal · « **Reply #20 on:** Dec 21, 2011 at 06:50 AM »

I do not like using the bd player for dvds much more with jack sparrows so I still have a separate dvd player. But if you must, all bd players should be able to play them and the latest models from samsung and lg can play media files via the usb port as well.

Tavus · « **Reply #21 on:** Dec 26, 2011 at 04:06 PM »

are there any format/disk reading problems from the samsung bd5100?

Stagea · « **Reply #22 on:** Dec 26, 2011 at 04:08 PM »

Quote from: techdude on Dec 05, 2011 at 10:53 PM

It's a bonus, since the PS3's price is competitive vis-a-vis other mid-end BD players. So even if you don't play games, the PS3 is still a great Bluray player for that price. Just because it's a Playstation means it's for games only, I believe many people here use their PS3 exclusively for Bluray movies...

Though it is a very versatile device, its main drawbacks as a BDP are higher power consumption and more moving parts. Other downsides include not supporting HD Audio when 3d mode is engaged, slower load times, high jitter transport, and lower PQ (close, but often not upto par with mid-level and higher end standalone players).

Dan · « **Reply #23 on:** Dec 26, 2011 at 04:55 PM »

What about playing BDs with the 24Hz option enabled? Is there really a noticeable change?

andsmv · « **Reply #24 on:** Dec 26, 2011 at 11:38 PM »

Quote from: Tavus on Dec 26, 2011 at 04:06 PM

are there any format/disk reading problems from the samsung bd5100?

Slightly OT, i have LG BD660 3D bluray player and there is no problem reading external hard disk formatted in NTFS.

andsmv · « **Reply #25 on:** Dec 27, 2011 at 12:00 AM »

Quote from: coastal on Dec 21, 2011 at 06:50 AM

I do not like using the bd player for dvds much more with jack sparrows so I still have a separate dvd player. But if you must, all bd players should be able to play them and the latest models from samsung and lg can play media files via the usb port as well.

What is your reason for that? Please share! Thanks!

coastal · « **Reply #26 on:** Dec 27, 2011 at 06:22 AM »

You don't need to overwork the bd lens and overall mechanism especially with sparrow discs thereby preserving your unit for its main function. Anyway dvd players are dime a dozen so why waste a good bd player.

Questor · « **Reply #27 on:** Jan 27, 2012 at 02:04 PM »

plus one on coastal

sdsmds · « **Reply #28 on:** Feb 15, 2012 at 03:16 AM »

Bros what bdp can you recommend? Max budget is 15k. I'm using Philips bdp2500 and problem is some bd's can't play especially the used one. Unknown or no disc ang reading na lumalabas sa monitor. Tried using the same bd's sa ps3 and its ok.

Tia

TOP 20 · « **Reply #29 on:** Feb 15, 2012 at 03:23 AM »

Quote from: sdsmds on Feb 15, 2012 at 03:16 AM

Bros what bdp can you recommend? Max budget is 15k. I'm using Philips bdp2500 and problem is some bd's can't play especially the used one. Unknown or no disc ang reading na lumalabas sa monitor. Tried using the same bd's sa ps3 and its ok.

Tia

Have you updated the firmware bro?