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Sony RDR-GX315 DVD Recorder

Sony RDR-GX315 DVD Recorder

Sony BDP-S580 Blu-Ray DVD Player

Sony BDP-S580 Blu-Ray Player

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Product Description
Sonys stand-alone DVD recorder, the RDR-GX315, features a new slim-line chassis and compatibility with +R double-layer DVD discs for longer recording time. The quick response graphic user... More
Sonys stand-alone DVD recorder, the RDR-GX315, features a new slim-line chassis and compatibility with +R double-layer DVD discs for longer recording time. The quick response graphic user interface allows for easy operation and access to advanced functions. The unit also features front panel i.LINK IEEE-1394 digital interface /Digital8 compatibility for easy personal camcorder content transfer. Less
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Stream music, video, sports and catch up TV direct from the Internet via BRAVIA Internet video platform. Watch movies in high definition 3D for stunning, real life viewing. Wirelessly connect to the Internet or your PC to stream personal content for playback. Release music, video and pictures from USB devices or a DLNA PC, for playback through the big screen. BRAVIA Internet video Stream music, video, sports and catch up TV direct from the Internet via BRAVIA Internet video platform. Full HD 3D Blu-ray Watch movies in high definition 3D for stunning, real life viewing. Wi-Fi built-in Wirelessly connect to the Internet or your PC to stream personal content for playback. USB and PC playback Release music, video and pictures from USB devices or a DLNA PC, for playback through the big screen. Smartphone control Use your iPhone, iPod touch or Android phone as a remote and search the Internet for related content. Quick-start and loading Enjoy your Blu-ray Disc movies faster than ever. Less
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Key Features   
Number of Discs   1 1
Progressive Scan   With Progressive Scan With Progressive Scan
TV Tuner With TV Tuner -
Playable Disk Types DVD Video • VCD • SVCD • DVD-R • DVD-RW • DVD+R • DVD+RW • CD (Audio) • CD-R • CD-RW DVD Video • DVD-R • DVD-RW • DVD+R • DVD+RW • CD (Audio) • CD-R • CD-RW • BD-RE • BD-R
Playable File Formats MP3 • JPEG MPEG2 • MPEG4 • MP3 • JPEG • MPEG1 • WMV • GIF • PNG • AAC
DVD Type   DVD Recorder Blu-ray Player
Video Upconversion   - 720p (HDTV) • 1080p (HDTV) • 480p
Video   
Video Noise Reduction - Block Noise Reduction • Mosquito Noise Reduction • Frame Noise Reduction
Video DAC   - 12 bit / 148.5 MHz
Video Output System NTSC NTSC
Picture Control Black Level • Zoom -
Audio   
Surround Sound   Virtual Surround • Dolby Digital (Digital out only) • DTS (Digital out only) Built-In DTS Decoder
Dialog Enhancer Yes -
Connections   
Inputs Composite x 1 • Analog Audio x 1 • RF (TV) x 1 USB
Front Panel Composite Input • S-Video Input • Audio Input • iLINK DV Input USB 1.1
Outputs Composite x 1, S-Video x 1, Component x 1, Analog Audio x 2, Digital Audio Coaxial x 1, Digital Audio Optical x 1, RF x 1 Composite x 1, Component x 1, HDMI x 1, Analog Audio x 1, Digital Audio Coaxial x 1
Convenience   
Record And Play Features One Touch Recording • Simultaneous Record and Play • Playlist Playback -
Display Dimmer Yes -
Parental Control   Yes -
Remote Control   Multibrand Standard
OSD Yes: English, French, Spanish -
Recorder   
Recordable Media DVD-R • DVD+R • DVD-RW • DVD+RW • VR Supported -
Recording Speeds SP • LP • EP • SLP • HSP • SEP -
DVD Recording Time 1 Hrs. Minimum / 8 Hrs. Maximum -
Recording Formats VBR Supported -
Programmable Timer Yes, 12 Events within 30 Days -
Dimensions   
Weight 2.89 kg -
Depth 10.35 in. 7.8 in.
Height 2.48 in. 1.4 in.
Width 16.93 in. 17 in.
Other Features   
Brand Sony Sony
Miscellaneous   
UPC 027242677470 27242815414
Release Date 2005 -
Product ID 24191348 107439371
Product MPN   
MPN RDR-GX315 BDPS580
 
Consumer Reviews
Sony RDR-GX315 DVD Recorder
Sony RDR-GX315 DVD Recorder
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Sony BDP-S580 Blu-Ray DVD Player
Sony BDP-S580 Blu-Ray Player
From $130.00

Product Review Summary

2.3
Based on 11 user reviews
30% recommend this product
5 stars
1
4 stars
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3 stars
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1 star
3
Pros
  • None Yet
Cons
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Consumer Reviews

49

Setting the record straight.

byfelixderkater Mar 14, 2007
9 Helpfuls 10 Helpfuls Was this review helpful?
Pros Video quality.
Cons Aggressive copy protection.
Recommended it? Yes

After seeing so many complaints, I knew I had to post and set the record straight on this DVD recorder. I purchased this machine used about eight months ago, so I have a fair bit of experience with it. I have also used several other similar devices from Sony's competitors. All of the competitors'... Read full review »

1

Expensive for such a mixed bag

bynuju May 1, 2007
8 Helpfuls 9 Helpfuls Was this review helpful?
Pros Good output quality.
Cons Violates user's legitimate Fair Educational Use copyright entitlements
Recommended it? No

The titleing using the remote is a pain in the neck. The discs take nigh on to forever before they "load" for playback.

Quality, however is decent, although I learned the hard way you can't record on any DVD's except Sony DVD's, which is annoying as all-get-out.

Additionally the... Read full review »

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Product Review Summary

2.3
Based on 3 user reviews
33% recommend this product
5 stars
4 stars
1
3 stars
2 stars
1
1 star
1
Pros
  • None Yet
Cons
  • None Yet
Good For
  • None Yet

Consumer Reviews

AliventiAsylum
2445

Sony BDP-S580 blu-ray Player - Great Playback Plus Streaming

byAliventiAsylum Nov 20, 2011
27 Helpfuls 28 Helpfuls Was this review helpful?
Pros excellent blu-ray load times, high quality audio & video, good streaming features, easy...
Cons searching videos on YouTube difficult, useless Media Remote app, some menu issues
Recommended it? Yes

Last spring after watching Two Tribes by Frankie Goes to Hollywood on my computer, I was lamenting to a friend that I couldn’t watch YouTube videos on my big screen television.  “Oh but you can,” he said. “There are blu-ray players that will stream all sorts of... Read full review »

3

Does not support captions for streaming video!

bybadenite Mar 7, 2012
3 Helpfuls 4 Helpfuls Was this review helpful?
Pros Works OK
Cons Does not display captions with streaming video!!!
Recommended it? No

Our old DVD player died and we needed a new one.  This one plays not only DVDs but also Blu Ray and streams video directly from the internet as well.It even has a button to go straight to Netflix, which is very convenient.  Watching an insant video on Netflix or Amazon is really... Read full review »

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