[DVDFreaker]

I saw this on Amazon and I am wondering if anybody has this player and have reviews for this player? I am considering getting this but I want to hear some reviews before I decide to buy it or buy a seprate HD and Blu-Ray player


If I post this in the wrong forum, I apogize


Thanks

 

[shinksma]

Check out the threads in the Dual Format Players forums.

http://www.avsforum.com/avs-vb/forum...prune=30&f=172


shinksma

 

[DVDFreaker]



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Originally Posted by shinksma /forum/post/0


Check out the threads in the Dual Format Players forums.

http://www.avsforum.com/avs-vb/forum...prune=30&f=172


shinksma

Thanks alot!

 

[The Catalyst]

Doesn't look to be a great HD-DVD machine, as some HD-DVD features are stripped of it:

http://gizmodo.com/gadgets/home-ente...ing-231149.php
http://www.hometheatermag.com/discplayers/0307lgbdhd/


But hey, the buttons on it are pretty when they light up.

 

[BillP]

I'd wait for the Samsung.

 

[Ohgami]



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Originally Posted by BillP /forum/post/0


I'd wait for the Samsung.

I totally agree with that not just for the fact that the HD DVD Playback won't be crippled but will be considerably less in price than the LG.

 

[avidhdfan]

You can visit the site for the Super Blu Player at:

lgusa_DOT_com/superblu/


Regarding the BH100's limitations with HD DVD discs, understand that to LG Electronics is a supporter of Blu-ray Disc technology, not HD-DVD. Also, to qualify as a valid HD-DVD player, LG would have had to purchase a HD-DVD license and incorporate the additional technology to fully support iHD menu system for HD DVDs which would have added to the overall costs of the product.


This product is strategically positioned for videophiles, alpha-geeks and those who don't mind dropping over a $1k for a first generation product. It does fully support HD DVD playback, uses LG's custom interactive HD DVD menu system when playing HD DVDs, but accessing special features video can be a treasure hunt.


Word is that a 2nd gen model may be arriving later in the year, but no word on HD DVD iHD support. Support for iHD and complete HD DVD player qualification will depend on sales, and consumer wish list feedback.


I can say that it is truly a space saver being smaller than most average Blu-ray Disc and HD DVD players. Load times are fairly long (20-30 sec.) and are not comparable to a Sony PS3, but then again, its not a computer like the PS3 which can load a Blu-ray Disc fairly quickly. Other than lack of full HD DVD qualification and iHD menu system, Blu-ray Disc and DVD support is seamless.


Hope this helps.

 

[JackBauer24]



Quote:
Originally Posted by avidhdfan /forum/post/0


You can visit the site for the Super Blu Player at:

lgusa_DOT_com/superblu/


Regarding the BH100's limitations with HD DVD discs, understand that to LG Electronics is a supporter of Blu-ray Disc technology, not HD-DVD. Also, to qualify as a valid HD-DVD player, LG would have had to purchase a HD-DVD license and incorporate the additional technology to fully support iHD menu system for HD DVDs which would have added to the overall costs of the product.


This product is strategically positioned for videophiles, alpha-geeks and those who don't mind dropping over a $1k for a first generation product. It does fully support HD DVD playback, uses LG's custom interactive HD DVD menu system when playing HD DVDs, but accessing special features video can be a treasure hunt.


Word is that a 2nd gen model may be arriving later in the year, but no word on HD DVD iHD support. Support for iHD and complete HD DVD player qualification will depend on sales, and consumer wish list feedback.


I can say that it is truly a space saver being smaller than most average Blu-ray Disc and HD DVD players. Load times are fairly long (20-30 sec.) and are not comparable to a Sony PS3, but then again, its not a computer like the PS3 which can load a Blu-ray Disc fairly quickly. Other than lack of full HD DVD qualification and iHD menu system, Blu-ray Disc and DVD support is seamless.


Hope this helps.

I'd buy it it they'd at least cut the price in half.

 

[Ohgami]



Quote:
Originally Posted by avidhdfan /forum/post/0


You can visit the site for the Super Blu Player at:

lgusa_DOT_com/superblu/


Regarding the BH100's limitations with HD DVD discs, understand that to LG Electronics is a supporter of Blu-ray Disc technology, not HD-DVD. Also, to qualify as a valid HD-DVD player, LG would have had to purchase a HD-DVD license and incorporate the additional technology to fully support iHD menu system for HD DVDs which would have added to the overall costs of the product.


This product is strategically positioned for videophiles, alpha-geeks and those who don't mind dropping over a $1k for a first generation product. It does fully support HD DVD playback, uses LG's custom interactive HD DVD menu system when playing HD DVDs, but accessing special features video can be a treasure hunt.


Word is that a 2nd gen model may be arriving later in the year, but no word on HD DVD iHD support. Support for iHD and complete HD DVD player qualification will depend on sales, and consumer wish list feedback.


I can say that it is truly a space saver being smaller than most average Blu-ray Disc and HD DVD players. Load times are fairly long (20-30 sec.) and are not comparable to a Sony PS3, but then again, its not a computer like the PS3 which can load a Blu-ray Disc fairly quickly. Other than lack of full HD DVD qualification and iHD menu system, Blu-ray Disc and DVD support is seamless.


Hope this helps.

Actually the problem was they didn't have the licence when they announced it back @CES but they now do have a HD DVD Licence and the 2nd Gen model will fully support HD DVD as well as BD.