Sony Promotional Disc? - Blu-ray Forum

drwatson1234 · 06-08-2007, 05:03 PM

For those that choose to read this, it will be an unusual request... I was in Circuit City a couple days ago and was drawn to the Sony XBR2 they had on display because of their promotional disc. It was not a Hollywood title and didn't show many previews or trailers. Rather, the disc contained many different images -- some of the Italian coastline, some of different colorful toys and trinkets, etc. The images were mostly slow moving, but the color was incredible. I was really hoping to order a copy of this Sony promotional Blu Ray disc because I'd like to play it for friends when they give me the line, "I can't tell the difference between Blu Ray and DVD." So, does anybody know if it is capable of being ordered anywhere, or where I may search for a copy? I'd really appreciate any help that anyone may be able to give me. Thank you in advance...

john_1958 · 06-08-2007, 05:13 PM

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Originally Posted by drwatson1234

For those that choose to read this, it will be an unusual request... I was in Circuit City a couple days ago and was drawn to the Sony XBR2 they had on display because of their promotional disc. It was not a Hollywood title and didn't show many previews or trailers. Rather, the disc contained many different images -- some of the Italian coastline, some of different colorful toys and trinkets, etc. The images were mostly slow moving, but the color was incredible. I was really hoping to order a copy of this Sony promotional Blu Ray disc because I'd like to play it for friends when they give me the line, "I can't tell the difference between Blu Ray and DVD." So, does anybody know if it is capable of being ordered anywhere, or where I may search for a copy? I'd really appreciate any help that anyone may be able to give me. Thank you in advance...

did you ask the store where they got theirs? and how you can get one if possible
maybe its one of those travel videos that you can buy at bestbuy

drwatson1234 · 06-08-2007, 05:16 PM

The store manager said they, and other stores, are given one for display purposes and that it wasn't for sale. I believe that is an order from Sony so that they don't get in trouble for distributing a disc that is not officially for sale.

Anyone on here work for a CC or BB and able to get a hold of an extra copy?

john_1958 · 06-08-2007, 05:31 PM

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Originally Posted by drwatson1234

The store manager said they, and other stores, are given one for display purposes and that it wasn't for sale. I believe that is an order from Sony so that they don't get in trouble for distributing a disc that is not officially for sale.

Anyone on here work for a CC or BB and able to get a hold of an extra copy?

you sure it wasn't Discovery Atlas: Italy Revealed [Blu-ray]

drwatson1234 · 06-08-2007, 05:43 PM

Unfortunately I don't believe so. The disc clearly read "Sony" in the upper right hand corner and panned across the screen comparing high def vs. standard def.

k20king · 06-08-2007, 05:47 PM

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Originally Posted by john_1958

you sure it wasn't Discovery Atlas: Italy Revealed [Blu-ray]

Why, Dr Holmes I think you Solved it!

drwatson1234 · 06-08-2007, 05:56 PM

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Originally Posted by k20king

Why, Dr Holmes I think you Solved it!

Not quite... While I really appreciate the interest and help, I don't believe that is the correct disc.

k20king · 06-08-2007, 05:58 PM

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Originally Posted by drwatson1234

Not quite... While I really appreciate the interest and help, I don't believe that is the correct disc.

Yea, it twas not.

I know what you mean though about the still pictures.

I seen it ay Comp USA.

It had like a Italian Blue Water White Sand and some bikini babe swimming.

It was very crispy! Good Luck drwatson.

I want a copy as well.

Blu-Ray Buckeye · 06-08-2007, 06:06 PM

People who can't see the diff are dimwits or they're trying not to see a difference to justify not making the purchase. My wife used to NOT be able to see the difference... now she hates anything on SD. Keeps bugging me about when "House" is coming to BD.

drwatson1234 · 06-08-2007, 06:16 PM

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Originally Posted by Blu-Ray Buckeye

People who can't see the diff are dimwits or they're trying not to see a difference to justify not making the purchase. My wife used to NOT be able to see the difference... now she hates anything on SD. Keeps bugging me about when "House" is coming to BD.

I agree. However, I'd still like to find a copy of this disc. Anybody have any ideas?

Moretonbay · 06-08-2007, 06:33 PM

This is not anything you will be able to buy or get a hold of. This is a disc sent to stores carrying Sony Blu-Ray Players i.e. Circuit City, Best Buy, Sony Style Stores. The dvd consists of scenes from several blu-ray and dvd movies where it scans across the image-the 1st half in dvd the 2nd half of the picture in blu-ray to show the vast difference between the two. Sorry but you won't be able to get this anywhere.

Horhay · 06-08-2007, 06:39 PM

Hmmm my brother works for CCity and I have seen the promotional disc (thats the reason I convinced my parents to adopt a new HDTV and PS3!! LOL) I might be able to find out and let you know, I might even be able to acquire it.

Trippin315 · 06-08-2007, 06:45 PM

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Originally Posted by Blu-Ray Buckeye

People who can't see the diff are dimwits or they're trying not to see a difference to justify not making the purchase. My wife used to NOT be able to see the difference... now she hates anything on SD. Keeps bugging me about when "House" is coming to BD.

House is a Universal property, so my doubts are strong for that on on BD in the near future.

Tell the wifey to get a HD-DVD player. It would probably look just as good as BD.

TV on DVD is generally flawless to begin with, even on SD.

drwatson1234 · 06-08-2007, 06:48 PM

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Originally Posted by horhay2313

Hmmm my brother works for CCity and I have seen the promotional disc (thats the reason I convinced my parents to adopt a new HDTV and PS3!! LOL) I might be able to find out and let you know, I might even be able to acquire it.

I would really appreciate that! Please keep me updated if you hear anything.

zombieking · 06-08-2007, 06:51 PM

Steal the damn disc and pump those crazy legs out the door!!! LOL

Horhay · 06-08-2007, 06:56 PM

Yeah it shouldn't be so hard to get a hold of it, by what hs's told me they have plenty of disc in a drawer and they give those away all the time. As it is I always end up getting free stuff when I go so it shouldnt be too difficult to get this tonight or tomorrow.

drwatson1234 · 06-08-2007, 06:58 PM

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Originally Posted by zombieking

Steal the damn disc and pump those crazy legs out the door!!! LOL

Haha, I shouldn't admit to already having that thought. But, I'd rather leave that for later if nothing works out...

drwatson1234 · 06-08-2007, 07:07 PM

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Originally Posted by horhay2313

Yeah it shouldn't be so hard to get a hold of it, by what hs's told me they have plenty of disc in a drawer and they give those away all the time. As it is I always end up getting free stuff when I go so it shouldnt be too difficult to get this tonight or tomorrow.

Thanks, let me know!

Edwin78 · 06-08-2007, 09:42 PM

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Originally Posted by Blu-Ray Buckeye

People who can't see the diff are dimwits or they're trying not to see a difference to justify not making the purchase.

My friend said that he couldn't tell the difference between HD and SD. I told him that he's blind and need eye transplant. The truth is he never even seen an HD movie/broadcast when he said that.
So I showed him the boxing scene in Rocky Balboa blu-ray and he said "Hmm, it's somewhat better than DVD. But not much better. HD is just a hype." I told him that he need to find new eyeball and slapped him quite...

DrinkMore · 06-08-2007, 09:44 PM

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Originally Posted by Edwin78

My friend said that he couldn't tell the difference between HD and SD. I told him that he's blind and need eye transplant. The truth is he never even seen an HD movie/broadcast when he said that.
So I showed him the boxing scene in Rocky Balboa blu-ray and he said "Hmm, it's somewhat better than DVD. But not much better. HD is just a hype." I told him that he need to find new eyeball and slapped him quite...

Lol. There is a big difference. Not sure how someone can't see it

06-08-2007, 05:03 PM	#1
drwatson1234 Member Member since:May 2007	Sony Promotional Disc? For those that choose to read this, it will be an unusual request... I was in Circuit City a couple days ago and was drawn to the Sony XBR2 they had on display because of their promotional disc. It was not a Hollywood title and didn't show many previews or trailers. Rather, the disc contained many different images -- some of the Italian coastline, some of different colorful toys and trinkets, etc. The images were mostly slow moving, but the color was incredible. I was really hoping to order a copy of this Sony promotional Blu Ray disc because I'd like to play it for friends when they give me the line, "I can't tell the difference between Blu Ray and DVD." So, does anybody know if it is capable of being ordered anywhere, or where I may search for a copy? I'd really appreciate any help that anyone may be able to give me. Thank you in advance...

06-08-2007, 05:43 PM	#5
drwatson1234 Member Member since:May 2007	Unfortunately I don't believe so. The disc clearly read "Sony" in the upper right hand corner and panned across the screen comparing high def vs. standard def. Last edited by drwatson1234; 06-08-2007 at 05:50 PM.

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06-08-2007, 05:16 PM	#3
drwatson1234 Member Member since:May 2007	The store manager said they, and other stores, are given one for display purposes and that it wasn't for sale. I believe that is an order from Sony so that they don't get in trouble for distributing a disc that is not officially for sale. Anyone on here work for a CC or BB and able to get a hold of an extra copy?

06-08-2007, 06:06 PM	#9
Blu-Ray Buckeye Power Member Member since:Dec 2006 Location:Virginia	People who can't see the diff are dimwits or they're trying not to see a difference to justify not making the purchase. My wife used to NOT be able to see the difference... now she hates anything on SD. Keeps bugging me about when "House" is coming to BD.

06-08-2007, 06:33 PM	#11
Moretonbay Senior Member Member since:May 2007 Location:Florida	This is not anything you will be able to buy or get a hold of. This is a disc sent to stores carrying Sony Blu-Ray Players i.e. Circuit City, Best Buy, Sony Style Stores. The dvd consists of scenes from several blu-ray and dvd movies where it scans across the image-the 1st half in dvd the 2nd half of the picture in blu-ray to show the vast difference between the two. Sorry but you won't be able to get this anywhere.

06-08-2007, 06:39 PM	#12
Horhay Expert Member Member since:Jun 2007 Location:San Pedro, CA Home Theater Gallery:3 Blu-ray collection:352 Trading Score:2	Hmmm my brother works for CCity and I have seen the promotional disc (thats the reason I convinced my parents to adopt a new HDTV and PS3!! LOL) I might be able to find out and let you know, I might even be able to acquire it.

06-08-2007, 06:51 PM	#15
zombieking Special Member Member since:May 2007 Location:CANADA Blu-ray collection:304 Blu-ray reviews: 18	Steal the damn disc and pump those crazy legs out the door!!! LOL

06-08-2007, 06:56 PM	#16
Horhay Expert Member Member since:Jun 2007 Location:San Pedro, CA Home Theater Gallery:3 Blu-ray collection:352 Trading Score:2	Yeah it shouldn't be so hard to get a hold of it, by what hs's told me they have plenty of disc in a drawer and they give those away all the time. As it is I always end up getting free stuff when I go so it shouldnt be too difficult to get this tonight or tomorrow.

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