Why is this 700 watts, no DVD/Blu RAY, no Wifi setup the Best Seller on Amazon? What are the strong points of this one? Need to be sure before buying.
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For much the same reason you didn't want to buy a great receiver with 8-track built in, when it's time upgrade or replace the player you'll have to replace the whole system.
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I think it is the best seller because it is a great system for a decent price. The 700 watts is plenty powerful. I have a smaller-mid size livingroom and it is way too loud even at half volume. The no dvd/bluray player and no wifi isn't an issue because you can get a wifi ready bluray for $50 bucks or less and from what I have read, the systems that have the bluray player included, which acts as the receiver, aren't as good/powerful as a system with just a receiver. I love it because everything plugs directly into the receiver and I have one HDMI cable going to the TV. I am extremely happy with this system and would recommend it to anyone.
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It is a 2012 model so the features you are speaking of were only in the highest priced models. This is a good system with a decent feature set. Blu-Ray / DVD Players are not included with component systems such as this and do not normally have the same level of power quality or functionality (such as audio return so that a program playing on your TV can put sound thru your speakers) Connectivity via USB was during this model year considered an upgraded feature. If you desire WIFI in a component system expect to pay $150-250 more for this type of package.
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If you have a need for multiple HDMI inputs and one out.. this is priced very well. Usually to get this you bump up in features and qualities.In my case, we have a mounted projector and need the hdmi switching so that multiple devices can be sent over the one cable to the projector
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Strong points are the versatility of having a REAL receiver. Input ANY device such as blu-ray/dvd, cable box/DVR, xbox/playstation, etc. Alternatively, so many of the "All-in-One" units that have integrated blu-ray/dvd players you cannot change very many things about they way they are setup and often not add any additional input sources. For the price of less than a lot of receivers in its range, you get a full set of 5.1 speakers and powered sub with this setup. WELL WORTH IT!
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I think it is the best seller because it is a great system for a decent price. The 700 watts is plenty powerful. I have a smaller-mid size livingroom and it is way too loud even at half volume. The no dvd/bluray player and no wifi isn't an issue because you can get a wifi ready bluray for $50 bucks or less and from what I have read, the systems that have the bluray player included, which acts as the receiver, aren't as good/powerful as a system with just a receiver. I love it because everything plugs directly into the receiver and I have one HDMI cable going to the TV. I am extremely happy with this system and would recommend it to anyone. I think it is the best seller because it is a great system for a decent price. The 700 watts is plenty powerful. I have a smaller-mid size livingroom and it is way too loud even at half volume. The no dvd/bluray player and no wifi isn't an issue because you can get a wifi ready bluray for $50 bucks or less and from what I have read, the systems that have the bluray player included, which acts as the receiver, aren't as good/powerful as a system with just a receiver. I love it because everything plugs directly into the receiver and I have one HDMI cable going to the TV. I am extremely happy... » Read More I think it is the best seller because it is a great system for a decent price. The 700 watts is plenty powerful. I have a smaller-mid size livingroom and it is way too loud even at half volume. The no dvd/bluray player and no wifi isn't an issue because you can get a wifi ready bluray for $50 bucks or less and from what I have read, the systems that have the bluray player included, which acts as the receiver, aren't as good/powerful as a system with just a receiver. I love it because everything plugs directly into the receiver and I have one HDMI cable going to the TV. I am extremely happy with this system and would recommend it to anyone. « Show Less
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It is available at BestBuy. They seem to have gotten an exclusive on the 55". Special Order only right now, but some stores have them on display in the Magnolia home theatre department if you want to take a look.
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Does anybody have any insight for how this performs with documentaries? I read one really insistent review that bashes the LG BD370 performance with 1080i, but I'd like to hear if anybody has practical experience. Most of my Blu Ray discs are BBC documentaries, so if it looks horrid, I'd like to know. How does it compare to standard dvds? Thanks!
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That does sound like an issue. How do you have this thing hooked up. Hdmi? Also, there are some features about level control. I will let you know that it does NOT sound normal. I listen to my dish network anwhere between level 35 to 45. My Hd dvd player, and Ps3 Blu ray player usually sound powerful at level 45-60. If my system was at 70, the roof would be blown off my house most likely. Check your speaker connections. Are all connections secure? I need more information.***Actually second thought, if you are NOT set up by HDMI or Optical cable. And you are using RCA red and white audio cables. Maybe that is normal.. But it does does not sound right. That does sound like an issue. How do you have this thing hooked up. Hdmi? Also, there are some features about level control. I will let you know that it does NOT sound normal. I listen to my dish network anwhere between level 35 to 45. My Hd dvd player, and Ps3 Blu ray player usually sound powerful at level 45-60. If my system was at 70, the roof would be blown off my house most likely. Check your speaker connections. Are all connections secure? I need more information.***Actually second thought, if you are NOT set up by HDMI or Optical cable. And you are using RCA red and... » Read More That does sound like an issue. How do you have this thing hooked up. Hdmi? Also, there are some features about level control. I will let you know that it does NOT sound normal. I listen to my dish network anwhere between level 35 to 45. My Hd dvd player, and Ps3 Blu ray player usually sound powerful at level 45-60. If my system was at 70, the roof would be blown off my house most likely. Check your speaker connections. Are all connections secure? I need more information.***Actually second thought, if you are NOT set up by HDMI or Optical cable. And you are using RCA red and white audio cables. Maybe that is normal.. But it does does not sound right. « Show Less
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Wish I could be of help, but no luck here. Since HDMI has been available, I've made several attempts to multi-task with this technology, unsuccessfully. If I remember correctly, one of the reasons for the initial development was to put in place safeguards on content to prevent "pirating" hi-def, with the pressures of the movie studios and replaced component connections. Wish mine were a little heavier, then it'd make a good paper weight. But being no expert, it might seem that for less that 5 bucks, you might have better luck.
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Thanks for the answer in regard to the number of speakers. My blu-ray has Wi-Fi and that's why I asked about disabling Wi-Fi in the receiver. Thanks again.
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Nothing from amazon on this after 8 months. I am surprised and annoyed that they have an app for the tv's but not for the blu-ray players which drive surround sound systems. It seems that amazon supports the lowest common denomintor of consumer devices samsung tv sets, but not the next notch up. Time to move on to a more robust solution, imho.
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I was glad to find a good choice of laptop with a DVD/CD player.... but this is not a Blu ray player. This computer will only play DVD/CD in its original state.
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Am I crazy, or is it more than a bit offputting that, after buying a machine, you then have to start getting upgrades for it just to be able to play newer discs? My machine's about two years old, and the last disc I bought wouldn't load. Seems like a rip-off to me. And it's not like blu-ray sales have been strong enough to justify this sort of customer fleecing.
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Thanks BlueDemon.I have actually been following the thread on AVSForum since it began. While there are some reports of loose HDMI connectors, muting, etc; it really isn't much (actual content-wise vs. wishing/hoping-wise). Amazon had a yellow note on their HT-CT500 page for a while saying that no orders were being taken because of Amazon customer-reported issues. I was curious to see what the actual issues were (causing a suspension of sales), in case any of those customers returned here.Thanks~Bill
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Bought a 32" Vizio from Amazon had NO issues with delivery. Amazon is the only way to go in my opinion. Also ordered a blu ray player no delivery issues.
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When I do the comparison on Onkyo's site, it looks like it has all the features of some of the bigger systems that the average guy really wants. HDMI Switching, rather than pass thru as well as a couple component-ins for legacy gaming systems. Latest HDMI and good speakers. The price is right as well. What is everyone hearing for a date? I have heard late March to early April? I may pre-order as well.
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That does sound like an issue. How do you have this thing hooked up. Hdmi? Also, there are some features about level control. I will let you know that it does NOT sound normal. I listen to my dish network anwhere between level 35 to 45. My Hd dvd player, and Ps3 Blu ray player usually sound powerful at level 45-60. If my system was at 70, the roof would be blown off my house most likely. Check your speaker connections. Are all connections secure? I need more information. ***Actually second thought, if you are NOT set up by HDMI or Optical cable. And you are using RCA red and white audio cables. Maybe that is normal.. But it does does not sound right.
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Went to Sams, they had a sony for $150 that does Netflix. Walmart had it for $128 at one display and $199 somewhere else, probably the $199 was right. No way I'm buying this one with no netflix.
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My big issue is all the negative discussion on the 750 "Halo" - light leak around the edges.Is this gone on the 850/860? The 850 is slightly cheaper at AZ, only because shippingis free. If the 750 really is a fine tv and the halo is all over statement, then thebetter sound actually helps me. Appreciate suggestions.
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Its only a dvd player, its an excellent system. If you go blu ray dont go below 1000 watts
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HD DVD is dead (murdered , snuffed before its time) . Unfortunately BluRaY still isnt up to fill the gap. 1299 $ for the first fully functional Sony BD standalone player? Even the PS3 is still missing the update to 2.0 profile.It seems that BLuRAY is taking a break for a year to get where HD DVD already is (was)