Bdp-s500 - Blu-ray Forum

Gio · 10-25-2007, 10:28 PM

just left best buy and i picked up the new BDP-S500 thought it wasnt suppose to be out till Nov.

Micker · 10-25-2007, 10:47 PM

Why would you buy this player?? As I stated in another thread, its not as good as a PS3 and lacks the PS3's internet, gaming etc.. Also, it doesn't decode DTS-HD MA and isn't 1.1. Take it back and either buy a PS3 or wait till a better player comes out that is 1.1 and has dts-hd ma decoding.

CAB · 10-25-2007, 10:48 PM

Let us know how it is! I love my standalone but am waiting until there's a full profile out there from my favorite CE before I triple dip.

Gio · 10-25-2007, 10:59 PM

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Originally Posted by Micker

Why would you buy this player?? As I stated in another thread, its not as good as a PS3 and lacks the PS3's internet, gaming etc.. Also, it doesn't decode DTS-HD MA and isn't 1.1. Take it back and either buy a PS3 or wait till a better player comes out that is 1.1 and has dts-hd ma decoding.

i do have a ps3 just getts real hot
i also have 2 BDP-S300's

ryoohki · 10-25-2007, 11:10 PM

Wait for the Panasonic BDP-30K witch seems a way better deal to me , even if it's gonna be out in Dec only..

JadedRaverLA · 10-26-2007, 02:36 AM

What is up with people bashing other people's player choices around here? There is no one perfect Blu-ray player out there for everyone. They all have their pros and cons. There are several new standalone players (including the S500) with some excellent A/V specs that should be awesome players for those whose top priority isn't PIP nonsense.

Anyway, to the OP, let us know your thoughts on the player.

Blu As Hell · 10-26-2007, 02:39 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JadedRaverLA

What is up with people bashing other people's player choices around here? There is no one perfect Blu-ray player out there for everyone. They all have their pros and cons. There are several new standalone players (including the S500) with some excellent A/V specs that should be awesome players for those whose top priority isn't PIP nonsense.

Anyway, to the OP, let us know your thoughts on the player.

I agree!! When you start taking that person's place at their job you can start telling them what to spend their money on.

monkyman · 10-26-2007, 10:40 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JadedRaverLA

What is up with people bashing other people's player choices around here? There is no one perfect Blu-ray player out there for everyone. They all have their pros and cons. There are several new standalone players (including the S500) with some excellent A/V specs that should be awesome players for those whose top priority isn't PIP nonsense.

Anyway, to the OP, let us know your thoughts on the player.

Agreed, the PS3 is NOT for everybody. If you want 1 player, buy HD DVD, the you have Toshiba and, well, Toshiba.

Go Blu · 10-26-2007, 10:48 AM

Last time I checked we could use all the stand alone sales we can get. Your telling him to bring it back? Sony is selling allot of s300's I suppose they should all take them back too right?

Although it would be nice for everyone to have 1.1 out of the box, we need sales NOW not in 3 months.

Please let me know how the s500 is.
I'm still trying to get an answer if it can be brought up to 1.1 via firmware.
I've very close to picking up a stand alone this might be it.

bootman · 10-26-2007, 01:39 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Go Blu

Last time I checked we could use all the stand alone sales we can get. Your telling him to bring it back? Sony is selling allot of s300's I suppose they should all take them back too right?

Although it would be nice for everyone to have 1.1 out of the box, we need sales NOW not in 3 months.

Please let me know how the s500 is.
I'm still trying to get an answer if it can be brought up to 1.1 via firmware.
I've very close to picking up a stand alone this might be it.

I agree 100% with we need more stand alones!

I would seriously doubt the 500 will be upgradeable to 1.1
I'll have to dig it up, but I do remember reading that Sony released this and the ES model early so that they could get them under the 1.0 deadline becasue they knew they could not be upgraded.
(they lacked the needed hardware)

The Pioneer Elite BDP-95FD is essentially a 500 clone will not be 1.1 upgradeable and Pioneer has already announced the BDP-96FD that will be 1.1 for a Jan 08 release.

If you really want a 1.1 player this year, you basically have the Samsung 5000 and the LG BH200. Both of which are dual players. (EDIT: The new Panny appears to be 1.1 and I'm crossing fingers for the Denon units to come out this year)

It will be a kick in the b@lls if the only 1.1 players this year will be those two units.
Will anyone here thank the HD-DVD side for bringing us 1.1 a little early?

Sling · 10-26-2007, 04:17 PM

I'm so very tempted to pick that Sony yet The New 40gb ps3 and Panny BR-30 are steering towards waiting for a few more week.
Gio how is that s500 working out?

kevin55 · 10-26-2007, 04:35 PM

I bought the S500 when it first came out. Work's fine. If it's not 1.1 (or whatever) big deal. It was the same thing (& still is) for PC graphics cards,..there's something new "weekly" & everyone want's it. My S500 play's Blu-Ray movies on my 52XBR5 great...You can wait till 1.1 come's out..but..hey..2.0 is on the horizon..why not wait for that?...

Sling · 10-26-2007, 04:42 PM

hmm im going to CC to check it out now...Maybe BB will have a smaller Price tag so CC will price match.

tron3 · 10-26-2007, 06:16 PM

Gio, give us the load times please.

Presuming you have Pirates of the Carribean 1 & 2, and some other BD-J movies.

Please time:
* Warm up time from pressing "power" to actually being "Ready"
* Load times on BD-J movies from the instant the tray clicks shut to video intro.
* Load times on NON BD-J movies from the instant the tray clicks shut to video intro.

Plus any observations you have about menu response time, and how well it upsamples on HDMI. Thanks and good luck with it!

javabear · 10-31-2007, 12:19 AM

I'm curious about the load time too. I am looking to buy another Blu-ray player, and I want one that has a load time faster than my S300. I thought about the PS3, but am uncertain if I can stand the noise.... I really like the S300 because it is quiet and performs beautifully. I want a new one with update spec and quick load time.

10-25-2007, 10:28 PM	#1
Gio Active Member Member since:Oct 2007 Location:Kenosha, WI	Bdp-s500 just left best buy and i picked up the new BDP-S500 thought it wasnt suppose to be out till Nov.

10-25-2007, 10:47 PM	#2
Micker Active Member Member since:Mar 2007	Br Why would you buy this player?? As I stated in another thread, its not as good as a PS3 and lacks the PS3's internet, gaming etc.. Also, it doesn't decode DTS-HD MA and isn't 1.1. Take it back and either buy a PS3 or wait till a better player comes out that is 1.1 and has dts-hd ma decoding.

10-26-2007, 04:17 PM	#11
Sling Special Member Member since:Oct 2007 Location:Virginia Beach Blu-ray reviews:2	I'm so very tempted to pick that Sony yet The New 40gb ps3 and Panny BR-30 are steering towards waiting for a few more week. Gio how is that s500 working out? Last edited by Sling; 10-26-2007 at 04:20 PM.

10-26-2007, 06:16 PM	#14
tron3 Blu-ray Samurai Member since:Aug 2004 Location:New Jersey Blu-ray reviews:3	Little review material please! Gio, give us the load times please. Presuming you have Pirates of the Carribean 1 & 2, and some other BD-J movies. Please time: * Warm up time from pressing "power" to actually being "Ready" * Load times on BD-J movies from the instant the tray clicks shut to video intro. * Load times on NON BD-J movies from the instant the tray clicks shut to video intro. Plus any observations you have about menu response time, and how well it upsamples on HDMI. Thanks and good luck with it!

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10-25-2007, 10:48 PM	#3
CAB Blu-ray Guru Member since:Jul 2007 Location:::1 4K collection:88 Blu-ray collection:1827 Trading Score:4	Let us know how it is! I love my standalone but am waiting until there's a full profile out there from my favorite CE before I triple dip.

10-25-2007, 11:10 PM	#5
ryoohki Blu-ray Samurai Member since:May 2007 Home Theater Gallery:6 Blu-ray collection:6 Blu-ray reviews:8 Trading Score:5	Wait for the Panasonic BDP-30K witch seems a way better deal to me , even if it's gonna be out in Dec only..

10-26-2007, 02:36 AM	#6
JadedRaverLA Power Member Member since:Apr 2007 Blu-ray reviews:2	What is up with people bashing other people's player choices around here? There is no one perfect Blu-ray player out there for everyone. They all have their pros and cons. There are several new standalone players (including the S500) with some excellent A/V specs that should be awesome players for those whose top priority isn't PIP nonsense. Anyway, to the OP, let us know your thoughts on the player.

10-26-2007, 10:48 AM	#9
Go Blu Special Member Member since:Feb 2007	Last time I checked we could use all the stand alone sales we can get. Your telling him to bring it back? Sony is selling allot of s300's I suppose they should all take them back too right? Although it would be nice for everyone to have 1.1 out of the box, we need sales NOW not in 3 months. Please let me know how the s500 is. I'm still trying to get an answer if it can be brought up to 1.1 via firmware. I've very close to picking up a stand alone this might be it.

10-26-2007, 04:35 PM	#12
kevin55 Member Member since:Oct 2007 Blu-ray reviews:1	I bought the S500 when it first came out. Work's fine. If it's not 1.1 (or whatever) big deal. It was the same thing (& still is) for PC graphics cards,..there's something new "weekly" & everyone want's it. My S500 play's Blu-Ray movies on my 52XBR5 great...You can wait till 1.1 come's out..but..hey..2.0 is on the horizon..why not wait for that?...

10-26-2007, 04:42 PM	#13
Sling Special Member Member since:Oct 2007 Location:Virginia Beach Blu-ray reviews:2	hmm im going to CC to check it out now...Maybe BB will have a smaller Price tag so CC will price match.

10-31-2007, 12:19 AM	#15
javabear Senior Member Member since:Jul 2007 4K collection:- Blu-ray collection:- Digital collection:- iTunes collection:- Blu-ray reviews:8 Trading Score:319	I'm curious about the load time too. I am looking to buy another Blu-ray player, and I want one that has a load time faster than my S300. I thought about the PS3, but am uncertain if I can stand the noise.... I really like the S300 because it is quiet and performs beautifully. I want a new one with update spec and quick load time.

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