New to the BD camp. Hi!

[CJ P]

Hey all. This is my first post. I jumped on the HD-DVD bandwagon early due to the lower prices (back when it was $350 for the cheapest HD-DVD player vs. $1000 or close to it for a BD player). Last week after some of the recent announcement such as Blockbuster video going BD only for in-store rentals and HD-DVD not catching up in software sales even after dropping prices on the HD-A2 player I decided to buy a PS3.

I'm very impressed with this machine. I wish it had a better remote option as I've invested in a universal remote so having to use either the BT remote or game controller takes me back to having multiple remotes. Thats' really my only complaint. I found an IR remote that has an IR receiver dongle that goes in the PS3. I've ordered it and hope to be able to use it to program my universal remote. I've already discovered that this remote doesn't offer the ability to turn the PS3 on or off but it should handle the other functionality well from what I've heard.

I've only purchased 1 BD movie (Bridge to Taribithia) but I have several in my Blockbuster queue so I will be seeing more soon. I think the PS3 also does a pretty good job of up-converting DVDs. My display is a Sanyo PLV-Z4 throwing a 122" image on a DIY screen (which is a little large and I intend to redo the screen this summer down to about 100").

Any way, just thought I would introduce myself and join the fun.

[j_rocca42]

Welcome. You'll love your PS3! Blu is the way of the future!

[CJ P]

Yeah, I found myself already switching over any HD-DVDs in my queue over to BD, partially just because its the new machine and I want to test it out, but I also feel like I would avoid buying any HD-DVDs for the time being as I feel a domino effect coming on.

[movies3]

welcome to the bluray family! I would recommend getting both POTC movies and casino royle.

[Rup_Muk]

Welcome.. Aren't we all leaving more "welcome" messages of late?

[rogue_zero_one]

Originally Posted by Rup_Muk

Welcome.. Aren't we all leaving more "welcome" messages of late?

yup, looks like more and more people are seeing the light.. the "blu" light that is

[The Don]

welcome....welcome..

[Branden]

Originally Posted by Rup_Muk

Welcome.. Aren't we all leaving more "welcome" messages of late?

hmmmm. it'd be interesting to have something on the site showing how many members there are and how many have signed up in past 24 hours.
i wonder if HD-DVD dedicated forums are are leaving alot of "good-bye" messages these days?

oops, almost forgot: welcome CJ P!

[clyon]

Originally Posted by Branden

hmmmm. it'd be interesting to have something on the site showing how many members there are and how many have signed up in past 24 hours.
i wonder if HD-DVD dedicated forums are are leaving alot of "good-bye" messages these days?

oops, almost forgot: welcome CJ P!

there is.... bottom of the page, I think it should be on the top of the page:

https://forum.blu-ray.com/


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[BTBuck1]

Originally Posted by CJ P

I'm very impressed with this machine. I wish it had a better remote option as I've invested in a universal remote so having to use either the BT remote or game controller takes me back to having multiple remotes. Thats' really my only complaint. I found an IR remote that has an IR receiver dongle that goes in the PS3. I've ordered it and hope to be able to use it to program my universal remote. I've already discovered that this remote doesn't offer the ability to turn the PS3 on or off but it should handle the other functionality well from what I've heard.

you just need this
http://www.nyko.com/nyko/products/?i=113



Easily control the next generation of home entertainment with the Blue-Wave Remote from Nyko. The Blu Wave allows you to easily control the playback of Blu-Ray movies, DVDs and CDs on the PlayStation 3 console. Utilizing infrared technology, the Blue Wave can navigate system and movie menus, skip chapters or tracks, pause and play a movie or music and replicate other PlayStation 3 controller functionality from up to 25 feet away. The compact USB IR receiver plugs into any open USB port for easy set up requiring no complicate software, pairing or programming. The Blue Wave is powered by 2 AA batteries (included).

Then program that to your Universal!
Welcome aboard.

[Dadds]

Welcome to the dark side.

[jermwhl]

Welcome! I think this is my third or fourth welcome today! Always happier to say welcome than good-bye....enjoy the wonderful world of blu!

[GasCat]

I think we may need a welcome forum here.

Welcome to the forum. If you find people a little angry at the HD-DVD side it is only because we have been kicked to the curb for quite a long time. We like to let off steam here sometimes. Just ignore it.

[CJ P]

Originally Posted by BTBuck1

you just need this
http://www.nyko.com/nyko/products/?i=113



Easily control the next generation of home entertainment with the Blue-Wave Remote from Nyko. The Blu Wave allows you to easily control the playback of Blu-Ray movies, DVDs and CDs on the PlayStation 3 console. Utilizing infrared technology, the Blue Wave can navigate system and movie menus, skip chapters or tracks, pause and play a movie or music and replicate other PlayStation 3 controller functionality from up to 25 feet away. The compact USB IR receiver plugs into any open USB port for easy set up requiring no complicate software, pairing or programming. The Blue Wave is powered by 2 AA batteries (included).

Then program that to your Universal!
Welcome aboard.

That's the one I was referring to that I ordered. It doesn't have a power button from what I've been told so you can't shut the PS3 off with that remote, you'd still have to use the controller or shut it off manually.

Everyone else, thanks for all the welcome posts!

[Blu As Hell]

Welcome!!!!! Glad you are here!!!!!