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I purchased the Sony BDP-S580 back in 2011 to play Blu-ray disks and stream network content. By dumb luck, the player also played multi-channel SACD(Super Audio Compact Disks). Most of the retailers reselling these used units do not even list the SACD format. This is the best cost effective way to play the SACD disks. The new Blu-Ray & UDH players today no longer have the decoder to play this disk format except for the really expensive audiophile players like Oppo. I recently purchased another used BDP-S580 to replace a bedroom player so I would have a backup in case my original player stops working. I have not found a popular disk format yet that the BDP-S580 cannot play …. Well except for the short lived DVD-A disks and the new 4K UHD disks that have come out well after 2011. The used unit will probably be re-set to the original firmware software. You will want to upgrade the firmware software via the network first thing. (note – Screen was blank on my VIZIO TV and I had to connect another monitor to bring up the setup menu. The VIZIO TV worked just fine once the firmware was updated). Player is also a great network streamer with many video & music choices. (make sure you are on the current version of the firmware software) You are missing a real treat if you have never heard a good mixed 5.1 multi channel music disk. My top 3 picks below 1. SACD 5.1 - Pink Floyd – Dark Side of the Moon 2. SACD 5.1 – Dire Straits – Brother in Arms (sounds completely different than 2 ch stereo) 3. DVD-A /V Hybrid 5.1 – Beatles – Love (Does not play the DVD-A part but DVD-Video still sounds amazing and a must have) ----- Discs that cannot be played ---- • BDs with cartridge • BDXLs • DVD-RAMs • HD DVDs • DVD Audio discs (DVD-A) • PHOTO CDs • Data part of CD-Extras • Super VCDs • Audio material side on DualDiscs • A disc recorded in a color system other than NTSC, such as PAL (this player conforms to the NTSC color system).Read full review
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I have used this player and it is a great economic buy. I have seen some other reviews and just wanted to add my thoughts on the component Video output 1 of course it will not output 1080i unless it is a blu- Ray disc not standard DVDs but will do standard DVDs upscale through the HDMI output and they look Outstanding! Unit is thin and easy to move around and fit just about anywhere Can't Go wrong with this player if your on a budget 😊
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You can now enjoy 1080p Blu-ray disc movies in 3D or non 3D on the Sony BDP-S580 3D Blu-ray disc player Or connect to the Internet via Wi-Fi and stream a wide variety of online entertainment. You can stream movies, TV episodes, videos, music, and live sports from Vudu, Netflix, YouTube, HuluPlus, Pandora and more with the Wireless Blu-ray Player. Your iPhone, iPad, or compatible Android phone can be turned into a versatile remote control with a full keyboard by downloading the free Media Remote app. Integrated with DLNA technology, stream music from your PC and other devices by connecting them to the player wirelessly. You can also search and instantly access detailed movie information with the Wi-Fi Blu-ray player. Experience great performance by using compatible Sony Network speakers (sold separately) and also enjoy multi-room wireless audio streaming throughout your home. It's time to think about HD in a new way with the Sony Blu-ray disc player. Sony BDP-S580 3D Blu-ray Disc Player with Wi-Fi:Key Features:•Instantly stream multimedia from Vudu, Netflix, Youtube, HuluPlus, Pandora and more •Easily connect to the Internet through your home's wireless broadband network •Enjoy 3D Blu-ray Disc movies in brilliant high-definition resolution •Upscale the quality of your DVDs to near HD •Turn your iPhone, iPad or compatible Android phone into a remote with the free Media Remote app •Use PartyStreaming to stream music throughout your home to compatible Sony Network speakers (sold separately) •With DLNA technology, you can wirelessly connect to your PC and stream music, videos and photos straight to your Sony 3D Blu-ray player •Quick Start/Quick Load lets you start watching faster than ever •Get instant access to info about your multimedia with Gracenote Metadata Service •Enjoy improved picture quality of Internet media with I/P Noise Reduction •Share your videos or photos on the big screen with the USB input Key Technologies:•Blu-ray disc full HD 1080p playback •Built-in Wi-Fi technology •Dolby TrueHD and DTS-HD (Master Audio and High Resolution Audio) codecs •Compatible with Blu-ray Disc, BD-R/RE, CD, CD-R/RW, CD-DA, DVD, DVD-R/RW, DVD+R/RW, DVD-R DL, DVD+R DL •Compatible with AAC, DTS, LPCM, MP3, WMA9 audio formats •Compatible with GIF, JPEG, PNG image formats •Compatible with AVCHD, MPEG-1, MPEG-2, MPEG-4, WMV9 video formats •BRAVIA Sync compatible •Deep Color and x.v.Color technologiesRead full review
Bought this as a backup to one I already own. I use it primarily to play SACDs via HDMI to an AVR-4310ci which I also purchased on ebay. Sounds fantastic. I use Roku now, but the smart TV portion worked really well. Has an iphone app for remote control which I like. I'll probably buy another one. SACD players are becoming rare.
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Bought this player because of the WiFi ability...and extensive positive ratings. Works just fine, can access my Pandora account to play great music through the home stereo, and hooks up quickly to Netflix and Hulu for those video choices. Don't really like the Netflix interface as much as it shows smaller pics of the choices, but it is fine. So, instead of getting an Apple TV or Roku I decided the Blu-Ray player with WiFi replaced a DVD player and added the same WiFi as the Apple TV and Roku without another footprint on the shelf. Had a couple of issues with the setting up the WiFi and one issue with the player not working properly, but the Sony customer service was competent and had the issues fixed quickly. One problem required unplugging the device and replugging it...just like you have to do with your other electronics nowadays to get it to reset. I don't watch as many DVD movies anymore due to the streaming choices available, but this player is fine with DVD's...and inexpensive compared to what Blu Ray players were going for just a couple years ago.Read full review
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