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Sony BDP-S360 Blu-ray Disc Player
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Designed and built with 1080p HD pundits and home theater enthusiasts in mind, Sony introduces the BDP-S360 Blu-ray Disc Player. It raises the bar of excellence with 1080p HD-resolution BD-Video and multi-format DVD/CD playback capabilities. Step into the surreal world of BD-Live (BD Profile 2.0), the epitome of the ultimate interactive movie experience with access to BD bonus features with optional Internet service. It presents exquisite HDTV clarity that will be hard to match. With Blu-ray video playback at native HD resolutions of 720p/1080i/1080p, 60p and 24p True Cinema Output, Precision Cinema 1080p HD upscaling, and x.v.Color technology, the BDP-S360 offers one of the cleanest HD signals on the market.
Enjoy the awesome power of Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby TrueHD, and DTS-HD Master Audio processing, for a wider, more enveloping 7.1-channel surround sound experience. DTS-HD Master Audio decoding realizes distinct cinematic surround sounds intended by the master soundtrack studio editor. Additionally, it features Xcross Media Bar functionality, BRAVIA Sync, AVC-HD Media compatibility, Ethernet and USB ports, connectivity to multiple A/V components, and playback capabilities to a slew of video and audio formats. Also, the Sony BDP-S360's super slim chassis and stylish gloss black finish is sure to complement your room's decor.
- BD-Live Ready
- BD-Live technology will enable you to connect this player to the Internet to download such data as additional scenes, shorts, trailers, and to join in multi-player interactive games that are linked to BD bonus content contained in Blu-ray discs. This player offers an Ethernet port, and a built-in USB port for easy access to BD-Live content. Note, optional Internet service and USB flash memory are required to access BD-Live content.
- Blu-ray Disc Features
- Blu-ray discs offers picture quality beyond anything available, with full capability 1080p HD resolution in Blu-ray and up to 40 Mbit/secs, encoding 5-10X the capacity of regular DVDs. It also features theater-quality uncompressed audio (supporting 8 channels of Liner PCM), up to 32 streams of audio, interactive capability, seamless menus, integrated games, hi-def bonus and educational features.
- Full HD w/24p True Cinema
- Since most Hollywood Blockbuster movies are acquisitioned at 24 fps, and Blu-ray disc movies are mastered at the same rate, this player offers a 1080/24p True Cinema video output that offers a true film-like experience in the privacy of your own home.
- Precision Cinema 1080p HD Video Upconversion
- This unit features an HDMI Version 1.3a output with Precision Cinema HD upconversion technology, capable of upconverting video signals to 720p, 1080i, or 1080p. This is achieved by utilizing an ultrahigh bandwidth digital-to-analog conversion and processing to detect image changes at the pixel level. It's capable of reproducing high-quality video imagery with sharp backgrounds, while eliminating motion artifacts from moving objects within the video frame.
- Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby TrueHD and DTS-HD Processing
- This unit has built-in processors to handle the multi-channel decoders for Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby TrueHD and DTS-HD processing. It employs the use of multiple DSPs to decode the multi-channel streams of the wide array of audio formats.
- DTS-HD Master Audio
- DTS-HD Master Audio supports bitrates up to 24.5Mbps, 7.1 discrete channels of 96KHz/24-bit audio, which is ideal for HDMI version 1.3 cables. This technology reproduces true-to-life audio the way the director intended.
- AVC-HD Media Compatibility
- Enjoy the ability to play back your HD camcorder AVC-HD files in full HD resolution. AVC-HD discs encoded with x.v.Color (xvYCC) technology, an international standard for wide color space, expands the current data range of video by about 1.8 times, resulting in more natural and vivid colors similar to what the human eye can actually see.
- Xcross Media Bar
- Xcross Media Bar is an icon based function, which allows simple navigation of the player's menu system.
- BRAVIA Theatre Sync
- Go beyond simple audio and video transmission with the "one-touch play" remote control feature that allows you to easily manage select BRAVIA televisions and Sony HDMI audio and video components with the included remote control.
- Multi-Format Versatility
- It plays: Blu-ray Discs BD-ROM/R/RE, DVD, DVD+R/W, DVD-R/W, CD, CD-R/W, MP3, and JPEG. Also, this player is backward-compatible, enabling playback of all your favorite DVDs in HD resolution.
- Component Video Output
- It achieves greater color accuracy and high resolution playback capability when connected via the component output to your projector, plasma and/or LCD/CRT televisions.
- 24-bit Audio Processing
- Its built-in 192KHz/24-bit digital-to-analog converter offers exceptional multi-channel audio conversion. By executing an accurate sound-field reproduction and reducing analog noise in the signal path, this unit is capable of reproducing an enveloping audio signal that is unsurpassed.
- Expanding Technology
- BD incorporates stringent licensing control, powerful encryption and other content protection. The Blu-ray disc technology offers the ability to copy its data-content to your compatible components. Also, it offers the flexibility to make managed copies across a home network to enjoy music and movies on your PC.
- Quick Start Mode
- This unit offers faster loading times by utilizing the Quick Start mode. Now you can begin operating the BDP-S360 within 6 seconds from the moment it's powered on.
- Parental Lock
- For parents who want full control of media content played back through player, the BDP-S360's menu features a parental control and rating system adjustment.
- Full-Feature Remote Control
- Included with this package is a full-feature remote control capable of executing every command from any angle up to ±30°.
| Video | |
|---|---|
| System | NTSC |
| Region |
Blu-ray: Region A DVD: Region 1 |
| Progressive Scan | Yes |
| HD Upconversion | Yes, 720p/1080i/1080p |
| HDTV | Full HD: 1080/60p, 1080/24p |
| Audio | |
|---|---|
| Dolby Digital / DTS Compatibility | Yes |
| Dolby Digital Plus | Yes |
| Dolby TrueHD | Yes, w/HDMI bitstream out |
| DTS-HD | Yes (Master Audio) w/HDMI bitstream out |
| LPCM | Yes, w/HDMI bitstream out |
| Built-in Decoder | Yes |
| HDCD Decoding | Not Specified By Manufacturer |
| Audio D/A Converter | 192KHz/24-bit |
| Virtual Surround | Not Specified By Manufacturer |
| Bass Management | No |
| THX Certified | No |
| Disc Playback Formats | |
|---|---|
| Video | Blu-ray Discs, BD-ROM (Bonus View Profile 1.1/BD-Live Profile 2.0), BD-R/RE (BDMV and BDAV formats), DVD, DVD-R/W, DVD-R DL (VR Mode), DVD+R/W, DVD+R DL (VR Mode) |
| Audio | CD, CD-R/W, CD-DA |
| MP3 Playback | Yes |
| SA-CD | No |
| Pictures | JPEG |
| Convenience | |
|---|---|
| Digital Media Slot | No |
| Slow Motion Playback | Yes |
| Frame-by-Frame Playback | Yes |
| Bookmarking | Yes |
| Zoom | Yes |
| Connectors | |
|---|---|
| Analog |
Composite Video: x1 Out (RCA) Component Video: x1 Set Out (RCA) 2-Channel Audio: x1 Set Out (RCA) |
| Digital |
Coaxial Audio: x1 Out (RCA) Optical Audio: x1 Out HDMI (v 1.3): x1 Out |
| Ethernet Port | Yes |
| USB Port | Yes |
| Control | No |
| General | |
|---|---|
| Tray Type | Single |
| Remote | Yes |
| Power Requirements | 120VAC, 60Hz |
| Dimensions (WxHxD) | 16.9 x 2.2 x 8.1" (430 x 56 x 227mm) |
| Weight | 4.6 lbs (2.1kg) |
| Color | Black |
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
by PowerReviews(based on 60 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
93%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Excellent image quality (51)
- Easy set-up (45)
- Good connections (44)
- DVD upconversion (33)
- Backwards compatible (23)
Cons
- Slow load time (12)
Best Uses
- LCD TV (34)
- Home theater (33)
- Home (28)
- Plasma TV (13)
- DLP TV (6)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Casual user (28), Enthusiast (22), Power user (3)
Most Liked Positive Review
Good value for the money
Nice player, small footprint. Plays Blu-ray discs very well. Does a decent job of upsampling DVDs. Seems to play self-burned DVDs without any problems too. One anomaly, one Blu-ray disc (Starship Troopers...Read complete review
Nice player, small footprint. Plays Blu-ray discs very well. Does a decent job of upsampling DVDs. Seems to play self-burned DVDs without any problems too. One anomaly, one Blu-ray disc (Starship Troopers) wouldn't play until I added a 2 GB USB key (about 10 bucks) of additional memory to the unit. I found that tip searching the net.
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Most Liked Negative Review
Not quite what I was expecting
This was my first Blu-Ray player purchase and after reading online I understood this unit had some Internet ability. I was disappointed to find out that it only has the ability to update itself online...Read complete review
This was my first Blu-Ray player purchase and after reading online I understood this unit had some Internet ability. I was disappointed to find out that it only has the ability to update itself online and play content from specifically designed Blu-Ray discs (BD-Live enabled). Otherwise the unit does not have ability to stream movies from online sources. This was my misunderstanding of the BD-Live option. Overall, the device is adequate as a player, easy to use and with good HD picture quality. I would consider this to be a very basic unit. Had I better understood BD-live beforehand, I would have ordered a different box.
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Comments about Sony BDP-S360 Blu-ray Disc Player:
Sony Has not updated software for over a year. Sony answer buy a new player.
Pros
- DVD Upconversion
- Easy Set-Up
- Excellent Image Quality
- Good Connections
- Good Soundtrack Support
- Upgradeable
Cons
Best Uses
- Home
- Home Theater
- LCD TV
Comments about Sony BDP-S360 Blu-ray Disc Player:
easy to use, always stunning picture. owned mine for 2 years now and never an issue!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Excellent Image Quality
Cons
- Not Upgradeable
Best Uses
- Book ends
Comments about Sony BDP-S360 Blu-ray Disc Player:
Firmware is not being updated or supported by Sony. This player is now unusable for playing newer Blu-ray films - this after being purchased less than a year ago. Sony support on this issue is poor. I will never buy a Sony product again.
Pros
- Easy Set-Up
- Excellent Image Quality
Cons
Best Uses
- Home
- Home Theater
- Plasma TV
Comments about Sony BDP-S360 Blu-ray Disc Player:
Easy to use and amazing picture results.
Pros
- DVD Upconversion
- Easy Set-Up
- Excellent Image Quality
- Good Connections
Cons
Best Uses
- Home Theater
Comments about Sony BDP-S360 Blu-ray Disc Player:
Fine Blu-Ray player. I use it via HDMI so the video and audio are stellar.
Only down side is that even though it has an ethernet port, it can only stream BD movies and you have to buy some sort of accessory to even do that. There are plenty equivalent cost BD players with streaming so if I were you I'd buy one of those.
Pros
- Backwards Compatible
- DVD Upconversion
- Easy Set-Up
- Excellent Image Quality
- Good Connections
- Good Soundtrack Support
- Upgradeable
Cons
Best Uses
- Plasma TV
Comments about Sony BDP-S360 Blu-ray Disc Player:
A great entry level blu ray player. Easy set up and use, nice interface. A good looking machine!
Pros
- Excellent Image Quality
Cons
- Limited Internet Support
Best Uses
- Home
- LCD TV
- Plasma TV
Comments about Sony BDP-S360 Blu-ray Disc Player:
This was my first Blu-Ray player purchase and after reading online I understood this unit had some Internet ability. I was disappointed to find out that it only has the ability to update itself online and play content from specifically designed Blu-Ray discs (BD-Live enabled). Otherwise the unit does not have ability to stream movies from online sources. This was my misunderstanding of the BD-Live option. Overall, the device is adequate as a player, easy to use and with good HD picture quality. I would consider this to be a very basic unit. Had I better understood BD-live beforehand, I would have ordered a different box.
Pros
- DVD Upconversion
- Easy Set-Up
Cons
Best Uses
- Home Theater
Comments about Sony BDP-S360 Blu-ray Disc Player:
Fit right into my system to upgrade to blue ray. Also like the improvement to standard dvd's. Still learning the features but it was super easy to install with hdmi.
Pros
- Backwards Compatible
- Excellent Image Quality
- Good Connections
- Good Soundtrack Support
Cons
Best Uses
- Home Theater
- LCD TV
- Plasma TV
Comments about Sony BDP-S360 Blu-ray Disc Player:
Loads quick, plays well. Fairly easy to use after the initial set up, but isn't that difficult to figure out. Can't beat the price!
Pros
- Easy Set-Up
- Excellent Image Quality
- Good Connections
- Good Soundtrack Support
Cons
Best Uses
- Home
- LCD TV
Comments about Sony BDP-S360 Blu-ray Disc Player:
This player was easy to install and easy to navigate.Picture is sharp with no distortion. Solid mid-range player.
Pros
- Excellent Image Quality
- Good Connections
- Upgradeable
Cons
- Difficult Set-Up
Best Uses
- Home
- LCD TV
Comments about Sony BDP-S360 Blu-ray Disc Player:
What a great product. The manual is a little overwhelming. But once you have it hooked up, it is unbelievable. I can't stop watching movies now.
Pros
- Backwards Compatible
- Easy Set-Up
- Excellent Image Quality
- Good Connections
Cons
Best Uses
- Home
- Home Theater
- LCD TV
Comments about Sony BDP-S360 Blu-ray Disc Player:
Great equipment. Intuitive controls, great image. And all of this for a reasonable price.
Pros
- Backwards Compatible
- DVD Upconversion
- Easy Set-Up
- Excellent Image Quality
- Good Connections
- Good Soundtrack Support
- Upgradeable
Cons
- None
Best Uses
- DLP TV
- Home
- Home Theater
- LCD TV
- Office
Comments about Sony BDP-S360 Blu-ray Disc Player:
this player is excellent value for money and gives beautiful audio and video quality.
Pros
- Backwards Compatible
- DVD Upconversion
- Easy Set-Up
- Excellent Image Quality
- Good Connections
- Good Soundtrack Support
Cons
- Slow Load Time
Best Uses
- Home
- Home Theater
Comments about Sony BDP-S360 Blu-ray Disc Player:
It plays DVD's AND Blu Ray Disks. It has an "up" feature that improves DVD quality.The HDMI feature is as simple as plug and play.Also, I bought an HDMI cable online for $3 [...]. As long as you stay at 6' or less there's no need to pay more.Some of the BRD player's functions are not on the actual disks that you put in. Because of new technology things are not always compatible!In short; however, I like it.
Pros
- DVD Upconversion
- Easy Set-Up
- Excellent Image Quality
- Good Connections
Cons
Best Uses
- DLP TV
- LCD TV
- Plasma TV
Comments about Sony BDP-S360 Blu-ray Disc Player:
This player is awesome. It's connected to the Sony KDL32XBR9 and the picture is stunning. I also burn AVCHD videos which look spectacular and play flawlessly. The upconversion even makes dvd's I've burned from VHS look great.
Pros
- DVD Upconversion
- Easy Set-Up
- Excellent Image Quality
- Good Connections
Cons
- Slow Load Time
Best Uses
- Home Theater
- LCD TV
Comments about Sony BDP-S360 Blu-ray Disc Player:
In addition to Blu-ray discs, I use this player to play regular DVD's and DVD's made on the Sony VRD-MC10 Multi-Function Recorder. I can make DVD's from 8mm and VHS tapes on the recorder and play them on the Blu-ray Player. Also, I use the player to play music CD's. Shortly I will use it to play DVD's from my camcorder.
Pros
- DVD Upconversion
- Easy Set-Up
- Excellent Image Quality
- Good Connections
Cons
Best Uses
- LCD TV
Comments about Sony BDP-S360 Blu-ray Disc Player:
Solid Blu ray player, decent load time. Much faster than 08 and before models. Great design and quality. Superior output quality.
Pros
- DVD Upconversion
- Excellent Image Quality
- Price
Cons
Best Uses
- LCD TV
- Plasma TV
Comments about Sony BDP-S360 Blu-ray Disc Player:
Works great. First bluray so can't compare to other bluray players but the picture is outstanding. Simple to use. Makes normal DVDs look great too.
Pros
- Easy Set-Up
- Excellent Image Quality
- Good Connections
Cons
Best Uses
- Home
- Home Theater
- LCD TV
Comments about Sony BDP-S360 Blu-ray Disc Player:
Sony makes a solid Blu-Ray player. Easy set-up and Internet capabilities make this an obvious choice. Was confused for a bit about where to insert the DVD, but this player has a flap you need to pull down in order to put in the disk. That actually makes it a sleek, modern design that blends in. Great upgrade from my old machine, which was about 4 inches thick.
Pros
- Easy Set-Up
- Excellent Image Quality
- Good Connections
- Good Soundtrack Support
- Price is perfect
Cons
Best Uses
- Home
Comments about Sony BDP-S360 Blu-ray Disc Player:
I use the blu ray for watching rental dvds and the difference in the picture is awesome. The sharpness and increased tones make the movie come right out at you.
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