Samsung BD-P1600 DVD Player Reviews

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Product Features

Multi region	No
Some devices are able to play discs from any ‘region’:http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dvd_region, while others are only able to play discs from their home region.
Upscaling	Yes
Upscaling DVD players use video processing techniques to improve the quality of a standard definition image from a DVD to a near high definition (HD) image.
Blu Ray Playback	Yes
A ‘Yes’ indicates that this device is able to play Blu Ray discs, which is the standard format for high definition (HD) video.
Playback formats	DivX
As well as playing your DVDs, some players can also play videos in DivX, WMA and MPEG formats.
Playback formats	MPEG
As well as playing your DVDs, some players can also play videos in DivX, WMA and MPEG formats.
Freeview	No
Freeview is free digital terrestrial TV. Many newer TVs have Freeview built in. For other TVs you will need a separate Freeview set-top box.
HDMI Interface	1
Like a scart interface but capable of carrying HD signals from or to other devices. You’ll need these to link your Playstation 3 or your Blu-ray player to your HD-ready TV.

Also known as: Samsung BDP1600, Samsung BD1600, BD-P1600

Movies come to life with Blu-Ray thanks to Full High Definition 1080p Picture Quality, and next generation HD sound. The BD-P1600 combines superb movie playback with great connectivity thanks to BD Live capability, Wireless Connectivity (Wifi Dongle required) and USB host play. Blu-Ray is the perfect way to make the most of your HD TV.

Full HD Blu-Ray playback
Digital images are made up of pixels. The more pixels the image is made up of, the clearer, more detailed that picture becomes. Blu-Ray players output images at Full HD 1080p generating vividly realistic images with outstanding clarity. In addition to this Blu-ray players are capable of outputting High Definition sound for the ultimate movie experience. Your movies will literally be bought to life with Blu-ray.

1080P up-scaling
As well as High Definition Blu-ray titles, SAMSUNG BD players are also compatible with your existing DVD collection and will also upscales these to near full HD, giving far greater picture quality to your existing movies.

progressive scan out
Progressive Scan Output scans individual picture lines in sequence rather than alternately, maximising the clarity of digital images and bringing new realism to your DVD viewing experience.

BD Live & BonusView
Enjoy more movie fun with Blu-ray thanks to BD live (Profile 2.0) and Bonusview. BonusView feature allows you to watch additional features (commentary, interviews, etc) in a second window while the main movie is playing. BD Live takes movie interactivity one step further allowing you to connect to the internet to access even more content (review, interactive games, interviews) related to the movie you are watching, hosted on servers by the Hollywood studios.

USB host
The USB host feature allows direct playback of music, pictures and video from USB devices to your SAMSUNG Blu-Ray player. With USB host you no longer need to move contents to a PC and burn them into a CD or DVD before playback. Simply plug-in your digital camera, MP3 player or other USB devices to and enjoy the content immediately.

HDMI out
HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface) eliminates the need for multiple cables. It is a digital connectivity standard capable of transmitting the highest quality uncompressed HD digital video & audio content, all through a single cable.

HDMI CEC (Anynet+)
Anynet+ is an AV network system that allows you to automatically control SAMSUNG AV devices with one remote. With Anynet+ feature, all you need is one remote control for simple and convenient experience.

WiFi LAN ready
The BD-P1600 comes with 2x USB ports. One port can be used to expand the players memory to take full advantage of the BD Live features. This leave a second port free for the SAMSUNG Wifi Dongle (optional accessory) Using the Wifi Dongle allows you to connect the player to your home wireless network for wireless access to BD Live features as well as firmware updates for your player.

HD audio format support
Not only does Blu-Ray offer intense movie images, but it also completes your experience with High Definition sound. Thanks to Dolby True HD and DTS HD audio the BD-P1600 generates an advanced audio environment which will take your breath away.

Ethernet port (firmware update)
A new firmware can be downloaded from server via Ethernet. Consumers can easily upgrade their players by pressing enter key.

• More info at Samsung's website
• User manual