Sony UBP-X800 4K UHD Blu-ray player

[Iain-]

Originally Posted by blue_volvo

Many of the mulit-region modded players specify that they are also multi-votage capable, i.e. 110 - 240 V. Does anyone know if the unmodified players from the US are okay at 220 V? I have seen one person in this thread mention it isn't an issue, but was hoping for verification before purchasing a stock unit in the states and bringing it back to Europe with me, as that would be an downer to fry it when I plugged it in.

I would never plug an unmodified, bog-standard North American machine into EU mains. You will destroy it.

That said, there's a plate at the rear of the player that specifies operating voltage range. Let that be your guidline for this.

[Vrooom]

Originally Posted by Cortiz

I misunderstood, my apologies. I thought you were blaming the player for the lack of resume playback. I agree with you 200%. Resume playback is a convenient feature and should be authored on every disc. It's always been IMO one of the cons of the Blu ray format.


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Thanks! I felt like I was taking crazy pills. Now I know a lot more about Blu-Ray discs and the industry! What a crazy anti-consumer mess.

[Vrooom]

One thing to note, so far my anime BDs support resume, but big-studio discs like "Moon", "The Secret Life of Walter Mitty", "Blue Planet II" do NOT. I guess in Japan they just care more.

[HDTV1080P]

Originally Posted by LordoftheRings

First, Dolby needs to get their act together.
So you can't blame the Sony X800 player.

Dolby screwed up with Vision, and they also screwed up with Atmos exclusivity to 4K.

Dolby ATMOS is available on many standard 1080P Blu-ray discs, it is not exclusive to 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray discs. Dolby ATMOS existed on 1080P Blu-ray discs back in September of 2014, which is around 1.5 years before the launch of the 4K Ultra HD format in 2016.


However some studios only release Dolby ATMOS and DTS X soundtracks on 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray discs exclusively since they want to push consumers to the 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray format for the best picture and sound quality. But the reality is standard Blu-ray, Blu-ray 3D, and the 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray format all have the exact same sound quality if the studios would port over the same audio file to all formats of optical discs (its just some studios on purpose reduce the sound quality on standard Blu-ray discs to push audiophiles to the latest 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray format).

[HDTV1080P]

Brief information about power supplies located in Blu-ray players

The OPPO UDP-203/UDP-205 power supply automatically works between 100-240 volts at 50/60HZ AC. EU, UK, AU, and USA power cord can be purchased for around $5 to plug into the OPPO UDP-203/UDP-205 since it has a nice detachable 3-prong power supply socket.

However according to the specs in the manual, the Sony UBP-X800 power supply will only operate at 120 volts at 60Hz. If those specs are correct then plugging the Sony into a 220 or 240 volt outlet would most likely destroy the power supply.

Those third party companies on Amazon and other websites that do hardware modifications to make the Sony UBP-X800 region selectable most likely also modify or switch out the power supply to make it a worldwide power supply (However If the Sony UBP-X800 is a worldwide power supply and the manual does not mention it, then the cover would need to be popped off and the power supply would need to be examined to see if it can handle 100-240 volts at 50/60Hz).Another issue is the Sony UBP-X800 does not have a detachable power cord which means that even if the power supply worked at 240 volts at 50Hz, one would still need to get an adapter plug at the end of the cord (detachable power cords for ones country is better than using an adapter plug). If these third party companies are really upgrading the power supply, then they should have upgraded the power cord to a 2-prong or 3-prong detachable version (But according to online pictures they did not). This is pointing to evidence that the Sony UBP-X800 might natively handle 100-240 volts or 110-240 volts at 50/60Hz. However the cover of the Sony UBP-X800 needs to be popped off and the power supply needs to be examined to verify that it really only operates at 120 volts at 60Hz. 20+ years ago power supplies sold in the USA were mainly only 120 volts 60Hz, however in the year 2018 almost 100% of Chinese AC to DC power supplies are designed to operate between 100-240 volts at 50/60Hz. My theory is those specs in the Sony manual for the power supply are most likely wrong and it really is a worldwide power supply, but I am not going to pop off the cover to find out since I only plan on using the Sony Blu-ray player in the United States.

[LordoftheRings]

Originally Posted by HDTV1080P

Dolby ATMOS is available on many standard 1080P Blu-ray discs, it is not exclusive to 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray discs. Dolby ATMOS existed on 1080P Blu-ray discs back in September of 2014, which is around 1.5 years before the launch of the 4K Ultra HD format in 2016.


However some studios only release Dolby ATMOS and DTS X soundtracks on 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray discs exclusively since they want to push consumers to the 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray format for the best picture and sound quality. But the reality is standard Blu-ray, Blu-ray 3D, and the 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray format all have the exact same sound quality if the studios would port over the same audio file to all formats of optical discs (its just some studios on purpose reduce the sound quality on standard Blu-ray discs to push audiophiles to the latest 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray format).

I know what you've just said, it's your second paragraph that has the biggest negative impact. And it doesn't get better, very unfortunately.
I won't mention them because you already know them.

[LordoftheRings]

Originally Posted by HDTV1080P

Brief information about power supplies located in Blu-ray players

[Show spoiler]The OPPO UDP-203/UDP-205 power supply automatically works between 100-240 volts at 50/60HZ AC. EU, UK, AU, and USA power cord can be purchased for around $5 to plug into the OPPO UDP-203/UDP-205 since it has a nice detachable 3-prong power supply socket.

However according to the specs in the manual, the Sony UBP-X800 power supply will only operate at 120 volts at 60Hz. If those specs are correct then plugging the Sony into a 220 or 240 volt outlet would most likely destroy the power supply.

Those third party companies on Amazon and other websites that do hardware modifications to make the Sony UBP-X800 region selectable most likely also modify or switch out the power supply to make it a worldwide power supply (However If the Sony UBP-X800 is a worldwide power supply and the manual does not mention it, then the cover would need to be popped off and the power supply would need to be examined to see if it can handle 100-240 volts at 50/60Hz).Another issue is the Sony UBP-X800 does not have a detachable power cord which means that even if the power supply worked at 240 volts at 50Hz, one would still need to get an adapter plug at the end of the cord (detachable power cords for ones country is better than using an adapter plug). If these third party companies are really upgrading the power supply, then they should have upgraded the power cord to a 2-prong or 3-prong detachable version (But according to online pictures they did not). This is pointing to evidence that the Sony UBP-X800 might natively handle 100-240 volts or 110-240 volts at 50/60Hz. However the cover of the Sony UBP-X800 needs to be popped off and the power supply needs to be examined to verify that it really only operates at 120 volts at 60Hz. 20+ years ago power supplies sold in the USA were mainly only 120 volts 60Hz, however in the year 2018 almost 100% of Chinese AC to DC power supplies are designed to operate between 100-240 volts at 50/60Hz. My theory is those specs in the Sony manual for the power supply are most likely wrong and it really is a worldwide power supply, but I am not going to pop off the cover to find out since I only plan on using the Sony Blu-ray player in the United States.

Here's your answer: https://www.ifixit.com/Answers/View/...+compatibility

- "My UBP X800 is labeled 120v but works great with 220v. I have checked the inside power supply and some pieces says 250v."

- "I've confirmed it! My x800 works fine on 220V! Thanks!!! "

- "Also concur. I am setting up my Sony UBP-X800 labels 120v ~ 60hz as I typed this and it is currently working on 220v.
I also have an 120v ~ PS3 for over 7 yrs now connected to 220v and it works fine when I use it."

[Vrooom]

Sorry I talked about resume issue in here, I wasn't aware of the 'global' problem of BD resume issue.

[LordoftheRings]

My theory is those specs in the Sony manual for the power supply are most likely wrong and it really is a worldwide power supply, but I am not going to pop off the cover to find out since I only plan on using the Sony Blu-ray player in the United States.

Your theory was correct, it has been proven.

[LordoftheRings]

Originally Posted by Vrooom

Sorry I talked about resume issue in here, I wasn't aware of the 'global' problem of BD resume issue.

Not all discs are embedded in way to make the resume feature works.
It has been like that for many years, since the birth of Blu-ray. ...I think.

I don't remember if this was also available with DVDs?

• https://sony-paa-pa-en-web--paa.cust...playback-guide.

[jasdelta]

I have this unit that is about a year and two months old and it has started skipping when playing a blue ray disc. It is connect via hdmi to a Denon AVR and LG 4K OLED C7.

Can anyone give me some hints on why this may be happening?

Any suggestions would be appreciated

[goeagles5039]

I have a question. If I’m watching a 4k movie on a 4k player and 4k tv will it say if my signal is 4k picture if I don’t have the right HDMI cables? I was wondering if there is a way to tell if the cables I am using are 4k.

[jibucha]

no idea :: however, if you have not tried the following i would do so (simple stuff)

i recommend doing these procedures in sequence, one at a time, so that if they work you will know what the source/solution is

of course, test the problematic disc each step

first :: restart the player

second :: player :: unplug and plug it back on (two minutes)

third :: third :: receiver :: unplug and plug it back on (two minutes)

they might work or not, but they are simple and inexpensive

Originally Posted by jasdelta

I have this unit that is about a year and two months old and it has started skipping when playing a blue ray disc. It is connect via hdmi to a Denon AVR and LG 4K OLED C7.

Can anyone give me some hints on why this may be happening?

Any suggestions would be appreciated

[jibucha]

simple enough

if your cables are 'high speed' (18GBps) they are what is required for 4K/HDR/Dolby Vision

if they are premium cables originally (high speed) or later 'premium certified' you should be fine

regarding your display indicating 4K/HDR/Dolby Vision; it's something that should be in your user manual (my display does not indicate 4K, but it does indicate HDR/Dolby Vision

it's display design dependent

Originally Posted by goeagles5039

I have a question. If I’m watching a 4k movie on a 4k player and 4k tv will it say if my signal is 4k picture if I don’t have the right HDMI cables? I was wondering if there is a way to tell if the cables I am using are 4k.

[LordoftheRings]

Originally Posted by goeagles5039

I have a question. If I’m watching a 4k movie on a 4k player and 4k tv will it say if my signal is 4k picture if I don’t have the right HDMI cables? I was wondering if there is a way to tell if the cables I am using are 4k.

It will tell you if everything works the way you just said above, on the top left corner:



During playback just press Display on your remote...bottom right.

[LordoftheRings]

Originally Posted by jasdelta

I have this unit that is about a year and two months old and it has started skipping when playing a blue ray disc. It is connect via hdmi to a Denon AVR and LG 4K OLED C7.

Can anyone give me some hints on why this may be happening?

Any suggestions would be appreciated

It does with several Blu-ray discs?
Try a reset.

[jibucha]

well done :: great information

Originally Posted by HDTV1080P

Brief information about power supplies located in Blu-ray players

The OPPO UDP-203/UDP-205 power supply automatically works between 100-240 volts at 50/60HZ AC. EU, UK, AU, and USA power cord can be purchased for around $5 to plug into the OPPO UDP-203/UDP-205 since it has a nice detachable 3-prong power supply socket.

However according to the specs in the manual, the Sony UBP-X800 power supply will only operate at 120 volts at 60Hz. If those specs are correct then plugging the Sony into a 220 or 240 volt outlet would most likely destroy the power supply.

Those third party companies on Amazon and other websites that do hardware modifications to make the Sony UBP-X800 region selectable most likely also modify or switch out the power supply to make it a worldwide power supply (However If the Sony UBP-X800 is a worldwide power supply and the manual does not mention it, then the cover would need to be popped off and the power supply would need to be examined to see if it can handle 100-240 volts at 50/60Hz).Another issue is the Sony UBP-X800 does not have a detachable power cord which means that even if the power supply worked at 240 volts at 50Hz, one would still need to get an adapter plug at the end of the cord (detachable power cords for ones country is better than using an adapter plug). If these third party companies are really upgrading the power supply, then they should have upgraded the power cord to a 2-prong or 3-prong detachable version (But according to online pictures they did not). This is pointing to evidence that the Sony UBP-X800 might natively handle 100-240 volts or 110-240 volts at 50/60Hz. However the cover of the Sony UBP-X800 needs to be popped off and the power supply needs to be examined to verify that it really only operates at 120 volts at 60Hz. 20+ years ago power supplies sold in the USA were mainly only 120 volts 60Hz, however in the year 2018 almost 100% of Chinese AC to DC power supplies are designed to operate between 100-240 volts at 50/60Hz. My theory is those specs in the Sony manual for the power supply are most likely wrong and it really is a worldwide power supply, but I am not going to pop off the cover to find out since I only plan on using the Sony Blu-ray player in the United States.

[jibucha]

why? :: your question was both reasonable and appropriate (as i see it)

Originally Posted by Vrooom

Sorry I talked about resume issue in here, I wasn't aware of the 'global' problem of BD resume issue.

[LordoftheRings]

Absolutey. Not even a thinking doubt.

[jasdelta]

Originally Posted by LordoftheRings

It does with several Blu-ray discs?
Try a reset.

Yes it does it with several discs, even after doing a reset.