Samsung BD-P1500 1080p Blu-ray Player | 
| Brand: Samsung
Category: CE
List Price: $299.99
Buy New: $197.99
You Save: $102.00 (34%)
New (47) Used (3) Refurbished (5)
Avg. Customer Rating:  82 reviews
Sales Rank: 19
Color: Black
Media: Electronics
Autographed: No
Memorabilia: No
Batteries Included: No
Shipping Weight (lbs): 6.4
Dimensions (in): 10.7 x 16.9 x 2.3
MPN: BD-P1500
Model: BD-P1500
UPC: 036725607965
EAN: 0036725607965
Release Date: June 1, 2008
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
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| Features:
| • | Full HD 1080p Output for Blu-Ray Discs and selectable DVD Upconversion to 1080p | | • | 1080p with 24 Hz Video Output | | • | HDMI version 1.3, component video, S-Video outputs | | • | Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby TrueHD, dts-HD | | • | Ethernet connection lets you easily check for the latest firmware upgrades online |
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Product Description
plays Blu-ray high-definition discs (selectable output resolution: 1080p signals available through HDMI output only; 720p/1080i signals available through HDMI or component video) * plays BD-ROM and BD-R & BD-RE * plays DVD-Video and DVD-R & DVD-RW * plays audio CD and CD-R & CD-RW * selectable 720p/1080i/1080p video upconversion for DVD (upconverted video available through HDMI output only) *
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| Customer Reviews: Read 77 more reviews...
 Five Stars for the Price Range November 19, 2008
Because I don't own an LCD or plasma television, and instead own a five-year old HDTV projection set, I was afraid that I wouldn't be able to tell the difference between the Blu-Ray technology and regular DVDs. I was wrong. The Samsung Blu-Ray delivers extraordinary clarity on any 1080p high-def set.
The Samsung is a great entry in the modest price category of Blu-Ray players. It has an ethernet connection in the back (you may have to update the firmware) for BD Live, the special feature option that requires an internet connection. Although you don't have to hook this player up to the internet to enjoy the high-def technology of Blu-Ray, those who want to unlock their discs' full capabilities (not on all discs) will want this. In addition to Blu-Ray discs, it can play regular DVDs, DVD-R/RW (as long as they are finalized), and CDs.
The front of this player is solid black, with no display, and a circular control pad for basic operation. As with most electronics these days, you can only access the full range of features from the remote control. The biggest drawback I see with this unit is the audible noise when it seeks the disc. I didn't hear anything during playback, so it didn't interrupt viewing. So far, I haven't noticed any glitches in either audio or video. It read the disc fairly quickly (much more quickly than my Panasonic DVDR does, but that's easy to accomplish), although true videophiles may want a higher end player for even faster reading.
The unit comes with a remote control, batteries, and composite cables. For the best quality, you'll need to purchase either HDMI cables, such as Monster HDMI 1000HD Ultra-High Speed HDMI Cable (2 meters), or HDMI to DVI, depending on your set. The composite cables will work for quick set-up, but they won't fully utilize the player and its high-def capability.
If you are in the market for a Blu-Ray player but don't want to spend a lot of money, this may be the player for you. However, if you're a hardcore videophile with a larger budget, definitely look up to the next price range for a quieter, quicker player.
Best Blu Ray Player for the Price. Period. November 18, 2008
I purchased this item in April of this year, and have had zero issues with it. It plays all DVDs and Blu Rays I throw at it without any problems.
I have updated the firmware to enable the BD LIVE and it works GREAT! What a steal for its current price - I paid almost twice as much when I picked up mine!
Two important notes:
1. To enable BD Live and to use it you must plug in a 1 GB or higher USB Flash drive into the unit and LEAVE IT IN to use BD-Live functions.
2. HDMI users: I stream the HD codecs to my Onkyo 805 through HDMI - works without a hitch and sounds incredible BUT know that HDMI has a limitation that it can only stream one HD audio stream at a time. So, with this unit, you must change its audio out away from Bitstream Audiophile, and put it at one of the other settings to hear both audio streams with Bonusview picture in picture commentaries (such as on the current Batman movies and V for Vendetta). When you watch the movie on its own , simply switch back to Audiophile.
great player November 17, 2008
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
This is a great basic player. It'll get the job done without having to spend a fortune for a bluray player
Great Bluray at a great price November 16, 2008
0 out of 1 found this review helpful
We purchased this on Amazon after shopping around for this same model. We got the best price on Amazon and we love the player. What a great picture! Very pleased with it. AAAA+++++
Product is Great - Amazon Customer Service - Not So Great November 16, 2008
I simply love this Samsung Blu-Ray player. No problems! Now that Black Friday 2008 is around the corner - many blu-rays disks to pickup under $9.00!!!
Amazon listed the player the morning that I "purchased it". About three hours later, it was $15.00 left. Amazon would not lower the price in my shopping cart - even though the items did not ship for two days later.
Unsuccessful attempts to contact their "local" customer service to stop the shipping and re-order.
Other than that - the BDP-1500 is a great player
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