Blu-ray Player *Compatibility* with TV? - Blu-ray Forum

Go4EVA! · 01-05-2009, 02:10 AM

**Newbie Question Alert!**

I recently purchased a Samsung TV (LN52A850), and now I am struggling to decide on a Blu-ray player. I am not an "expert" audio/videophile -- but I certainly want to spend my money wisely on something that performs well.

I need something that will up-convert my non-Blu-ray DVDs, will perform properly with the TV, and was "hoping" to stay within a budget of $300-400.

Is there a "compatibility advantage" in buying a Samsung player?

I've seen & read a lot of good things about the Sony BDP-S350.... I know this is a stupid question, but will it work effectively with the Samsung TV?

Thanks!

BIslander · 01-05-2009, 02:53 AM

There's no advantage to the same brand.

You need to look at the features of your TV - Is it 1080p? If so, does it have a 1080/24p option? (That enables a compatible player to output film based content at the proper 24 frames per second producing a smoother image.) Then, get a player whose features match the capabilities of your TV.

neos_peace · 01-05-2009, 11:16 AM

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Originally Posted by Go4EVA!

**Newbie Alert!**

I need something that will up-convert my non-Blu-ray DVDs,

I get yea beofre someone else does It is not "non-Blu-ray DVDs, its simply DVDs and Blu-ray

I'm one of the those politically correct type of people when it comes to that.

BUT other then that welcome to the blu world. And whatwas stated earlier no brand matching will not gain you anything. Only.......well no nothing.

FIDDYPOP · 01-05-2009, 11:22 AM

BUying the same brand can have its advantages, such as the Bravia sync that sony offers. I have all sony equipment and it all works with the tv or receiver remote. Also the theater mode works cool on Sony stuff. Im sure that your tv offers the same type of options. Look into that before you make a choice.

Frag · 01-05-2009, 07:27 PM

Go with the Samsung BD-P2500 or the BD-2550. It has Reon HQV which is the best DVD upconverter out right now. You will also be able to use the Anynet+ feature of the Samsung components so that you will automatically be able to use one remote without programming anything. I have the same setup and its stellar. You can also stream Netflix/Netflix HD with the 2500 and Netflix/Netfilx HD and Pandora with the 2550.

blujacket · 01-05-2009, 08:49 PM

IMO, avoid a Samsung player. Read the reviews. You never know if a movie you buy is going to play. They are always late to firmware updates.

Frag · 01-05-2009, 08:56 PM

I have yet to come across a disc that won't play and Samsung has been on the ball with firmware updates for the 1500/2500 series players.

sonyman1975 · 01-06-2009, 06:02 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BIslander

There's no advantage to the same brand.

WRONG, how about the remote!

BIslander · 01-06-2009, 12:24 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by sonyman1975

WRONG, how about the remote!

Apologies. My comment was about video and audio quality. A player is not going to look or sound better because it attached to a TV or receiver of the same brand.

All other things being equal, remotes and integrated HDMI controls can be a benefit of brand consistency. But, a good universal remote is better still.

brettallica · 01-06-2009, 05:20 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BIslander

Apologies. My comment was about video and audio quality. A player is not going to look or sound better because it attached to a TV or receiver of the same brand.

All other things being equal, remotes and integrated HDMI controls can be a benefit of brand consistency. But, a good universal remote is better still.

Quote:

Originally Posted by sonyman1975

WRONG, how about the remote!

Quote:

Originally Posted by Frag

You will also be able to use the Anynet+ feature of the Samsung components so that you will automatically be able to use one remote without programming anything.

Guys/gals...

While I agree that the Samsung Anynet+ feature is pretty sweet in concept, as long as you're connected via compatible HDMI components, then you will still be able to use the remote to control everything -- or just about everything -- even if it's not Samsung brand. Take it from me, as I have a Samsung plasma, but Sony accessories.

That said, there are mixed reviews about every player on the market. I'd say narrow your choices down to a select few before going into the purchase, then start reading reviews on those units. I was this close to buying a Samsung Blu-ray player, but went with Sony instead based on a couple user opinions that I'd read. Each player is going to have bad reviews, but my approach was to get a player whose bad reviews were "less bad" than the other's...if that makes sense. You're going to see a lot of negatives in this field for a while since the technology is new and all Blu-ray player manufacturers (not to mention the Blu-ray disc producing studios) are ironing out the kinks.

Go4EVA! · 01-07-2009, 12:21 AM

Thanks very much for all the helpful comments -- I really appreciate your time and assistance with my research.

... and neos_peace, I promise to NEVER use the term "non-Blu-ray DVDs" again! Thanks for teaching me the distinction. Best regards!

01-05-2009, 02:10 AM	#1
Go4EVA! New Member Member since:Jan 2009	*Blu-ray Player Compatibility* with TV? Newbie Question Alert!** I recently purchased a Samsung TV (LN52A850), and now I am struggling to decide on a Blu-ray player. I am not an "expert" audio/videophile -- but I certainly want to spend my money wisely on something that performs well. I need something that will up-convert my non-Blu-ray DVDs, will perform properly with the TV, and was "hoping" to stay within a budget of $300-400. Is there a "compatibility advantage" in buying a Samsung player? I've seen & read a lot of good things about the Sony BDP-S350.... I know this is a stupid question, but will it work effectively with the Samsung TV? Thanks!

01-05-2009, 11:22 AM	#4
FIDDYPOP Expert Member Member since:Jan 2008 Location:Chi-Town Home Theater Gallery:8 Blu-ray collection:438 Blu-ray reviews:1	BUying the same brand can have its advantages, such as the Bravia sync that sony offers. I have all sony equipment and it all works with the tv or receiver remote. Also the theater mode works cool on Sony stuff. Im sure that your tv offers the same type of options. Look into that before you make a choice. Sony Bravia XBR KDL-52XBR4 52 inch HD 1080 Sony STR-DG820 Receiver Sony SS-CN5000 Center channel Sony SS-F6000 Floor standing speakers Sony SS-B3000 Bookshelf surrounds Sony SA-W3000 Sub Sony PS3 Gaming and Blu Player Fiddypop PSN

01-05-2009, 07:27 PM	#5
Frag Junior Member Member since:Dec 2008	Go with the Samsung BD-P2500 or the BD-2550. It has Reon HQV which is the best DVD upconverter out right now. You will also be able to use the Anynet+ feature of the Samsung components so that you will automatically be able to use one remote without programming anything. I have the same setup and its stellar. You can also stream Netflix/Netflix HD with the 2500 and Netflix/Netfilx HD and Pandora with the 2550. Last edited by Frag; 01-05-2009 at 07:34 PM.

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01-05-2009, 02:53 AM	#2
BIslander Blu-ray Guru Member since:Sep 2008 Location:Bainbridge Island, WA	There's no advantage to the same brand. You need to look at the features of your TV - Is it 1080p? If so, does it have a 1080/24p option? (That enables a compatible player to output film based content at the proper 24 frames per second producing a smoother image.) Then, get a player whose features match the capabilities of your TV.

01-05-2009, 08:49 PM	#6
blujacket Blu-ray Guru Member since:Jun 2007 Location:Dayton,Ohio Blu-ray collection:535	IMO, avoid a Samsung player. Read the reviews. You never know if a movie you buy is going to play. They are always late to firmware updates.

01-05-2009, 08:56 PM	#7
Frag Junior Member Member since:Dec 2008	I have yet to come across a disc that won't play and Samsung has been on the ball with firmware updates for the 1500/2500 series players.

01-07-2009, 12:21 AM	#11
Go4EVA! New Member Member since:Jan 2009	Thanks very much for all the helpful comments -- I really appreciate your time and assistance with my research. ... and neos_peace, I promise to NEVER use the term "non-Blu-ray DVDs" again! Thanks for teaching me the distinction. Best regards!