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Sony Bolsters Blu-Ray Disc Player Line With Two New Models
Adding ES and Step-up Models with Advanced Audio Codec Support
DENVER, Sept. 5 /PRNewswire/ -- (Booth #600) -- Sony introduced two
additional Blu-ray Disc(TM) (BD) players today offering a full range of
features.
Optimized for the home theater enthusiast, the new BDP-S2000ES model is
the first Blu-ray Disc player in Sony's "Elevated Standard" (ES) line. This
model, as well as the new BDP-S500, which complements Sony's current
BDP-S300 BD player, features full high-definition 1080/60p and 24p True
Cinema output. They support 7.1 channel linear PCM and Dolby(R) TrueHD,
Dolby(R) Digital Plus, as well as dts-HD(TM) High Resolution Audio
bitstream output via HDMI(TM) (ver1.3).
"Consumer support of Sony's Blu-ray Disc products has been outstanding
and the new models are targeted to satisfy the demand of those who crave an
even greater level of entertainment and performance," said Chris Fawcett,
vice president of marketing for Sony Electronics' Home Product Division.
"From the enthusiast level of our ES line down to the entry-level models,
our commitment to the finest quality video and sound delivered by the BD
format has never been stronger."
The BDP-S2000ES model features dual shield construction, which prevents
dust from collecting on the BD drive, and a rigid drive bracket to minimize
vibration. The player also sports a rigid beam chassis that reduces
internal vibration, improving playback.
Similar to other Sony ES products, the unit's aluminum insulator feet
help isolate the player from external vibrations, while separate audio and
video boards deliver better sound and picture quality. The unit also
includes the IR-in feature for custom installation market.
The BDP-S2000ES and BDP-S500 units both offer 7.1 channel Dolby TrueHD,
Dolby Digital Plus, and DTS-HD High Resolution Audio bitstream output,
which is optional specification of HDMI ver1.3. This makes them a perfect
match for the recently announced STR-DA5300ES and STR-DA4300ES AV
receivers, which also feature the ability to decode the advanced audio
codecs. The new BD players also feature Dolby TrueHD, along with the Dolby
Digital Plus and DTS-HD High Resolution Audio decoding function via HDMI,
to offer a better sound experience with existing receivers.
The Blu-ray Disc players feature 1080/60p and 24p True Cinema output.
They are compatible with most standard DVDs and feature 1080p upscaling
through HDMI to capable HDTV sets, improving the picture performance of
existing DVD libraries.
The new players support AVCHD discs encoded with x.v.Color(TM) (xvYCC)
technology, an international standard for wide color space. The standard
expands the current data range of video by about 1.8 times, allowing the
players to output more natural and vivid colors similar to what the human
eye can actually see. The players also feature compatibility with an array
of video formats, including BD-R/RE (BDMV mode), DVD+R/+RW, DVD-R/-RW
(Video Mode), CD, CD-R/RW (CD-DA format), MP3, and JPEG on DVD recordable
media.
Both the BDP-S2000ES and BDP-S500 players incorporate BRAVIA(R) Theatre
Sync(TM) through HDMI. This allows for integrated operation with a
compatible BRAVIA flat-panel LCD HDTV sets and audio/video receivers. With
the touch of a button, you can easily power on and synch the inputs of
compatible Sony AV devices connected to the players via HDMI for
hassle-free enjoyment of high-definition Blu-ray Discs.
The units offer optical and coaxial digital audio outputs, along with
5.1 channel decoding capability for backward compatibility with existing
A/V receivers.
The new BDP-S2000ES and BDP-S500 players will be available this fall
for about $1,300 and $700, respectively. They will be offered at Sony Style
stores, online at sonystyle.com, at military base exchanges, and at
authorized retailers nationwide.
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Adding ES and Step-up Models with Advanced Audio Codec Support
DENVER, Sept. 5 /PRNewswire/ -- (Booth #600) -- Sony introduced two
additional Blu-ray Disc(TM) (BD) players today offering a full range of
features.
Optimized for the home theater enthusiast, the new BDP-S2000ES model is
the first Blu-ray Disc player in Sony's "Elevated Standard" (ES) line. This
model, as well as the new BDP-S500, which complements Sony's current
BDP-S300 BD player, features full high-definition 1080/60p and 24p True
Cinema output. They support 7.1 channel linear PCM and Dolby(R) TrueHD,
Dolby(R) Digital Plus, as well as dts-HD(TM) High Resolution Audio
bitstream output via HDMI(TM) (ver1.3).
"Consumer support of Sony's Blu-ray Disc products has been outstanding
and the new models are targeted to satisfy the demand of those who crave an
even greater level of entertainment and performance," said Chris Fawcett,
vice president of marketing for Sony Electronics' Home Product Division.
"From the enthusiast level of our ES line down to the entry-level models,
our commitment to the finest quality video and sound delivered by the BD
format has never been stronger."
The BDP-S2000ES model features dual shield construction, which prevents
dust from collecting on the BD drive, and a rigid drive bracket to minimize
vibration. The player also sports a rigid beam chassis that reduces
internal vibration, improving playback.
Similar to other Sony ES products, the unit's aluminum insulator feet
help isolate the player from external vibrations, while separate audio and
video boards deliver better sound and picture quality. The unit also
includes the IR-in feature for custom installation market.
The BDP-S2000ES and BDP-S500 units both offer 7.1 channel Dolby TrueHD,
Dolby Digital Plus, and DTS-HD High Resolution Audio bitstream output,
which is optional specification of HDMI ver1.3. This makes them a perfect
match for the recently announced STR-DA5300ES and STR-DA4300ES AV
receivers, which also feature the ability to decode the advanced audio
codecs. The new BD players also feature Dolby TrueHD, along with the Dolby
Digital Plus and DTS-HD High Resolution Audio decoding function via HDMI,
to offer a better sound experience with existing receivers.
The Blu-ray Disc players feature 1080/60p and 24p True Cinema output.
They are compatible with most standard DVDs and feature 1080p upscaling
through HDMI to capable HDTV sets, improving the picture performance of
existing DVD libraries.
The new players support AVCHD discs encoded with x.v.Color(TM) (xvYCC)
technology, an international standard for wide color space. The standard
expands the current data range of video by about 1.8 times, allowing the
players to output more natural and vivid colors similar to what the human
eye can actually see. The players also feature compatibility with an array
of video formats, including BD-R/RE (BDMV mode), DVD+R/+RW, DVD-R/-RW
(Video Mode), CD, CD-R/RW (CD-DA format), MP3, and JPEG on DVD recordable
media.
Both the BDP-S2000ES and BDP-S500 players incorporate BRAVIA(R) Theatre
Sync(TM) through HDMI. This allows for integrated operation with a
compatible BRAVIA flat-panel LCD HDTV sets and audio/video receivers. With
the touch of a button, you can easily power on and synch the inputs of
compatible Sony AV devices connected to the players via HDMI for
hassle-free enjoyment of high-definition Blu-ray Discs.
The units offer optical and coaxial digital audio outputs, along with
5.1 channel decoding capability for backward compatibility with existing
A/V receivers.
The new BDP-S2000ES and BDP-S500 players will be available this fall
for about $1,300 and $700, respectively. They will be offered at Sony Style
stores, online at sonystyle.com, at military base exchanges, and at
authorized retailers nationwide.
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Serious question though, once BD-Live does finally make it (late 2008? early 2009?) is that it? Are there other standards being prepared too, or is the format intended to have a 3.0, 3.1, 4.0, 4.1, 4.2, etc?
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This started a couple months ago. I have 2 H3s on one network, both with 2 EHD identical 3 TB seperately powered so all recordings are accessible by all 4k & J4s (8 of them).
On one H3 (not the main one that controls the MOCA network), after it reboots, it doesn't recognize it has two EHDs plugged into it. Rebooting the EHD by their power source doesn't fix it. Resetting the network doesn't. Software h3 reset doesn't fix it. Rebooting MOCA h3 doesn't fix it but so far, after 3+ cold boots (unplug pwr to H3 with unrecognized EHDs), it finally it figures out they are plugged into it. BUT.... Then when you open a program it only partially shows series and episodes, but instead of showing recordings, it only shows upcoming airings. HELP!!!!
On one H3 (not the main one that controls the MOCA network), after it reboots, it doesn't recognize it has two EHDs plugged into it. Rebooting the EHD by their power source doesn't fix it. Resetting the network doesn't. Software h3 reset doesn't fix it. Rebooting MOCA h3 doesn't fix it but so far, after 3+ cold boots (unplug pwr to H3 with unrecognized EHDs), it finally it figures out they are plugged into it. BUT.... Then when you open a program it only partially shows series and episodes, but instead of showing recordings, it only shows upcoming airings. HELP!!!!
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That would pinpoint it to the H3 that is the problem. Are both H3's on the same software version now and before? Did the system check actually do the full EHD test like the one below?
Thanks JohnGalt1234 - That's interesting. I wonder are the Boot Strap versions different between a Hopper 3 only and a Hopper 3 with Hopper Plus setup as I have the later. I guess when charlesrshell is able to since he has both setups, he can do the test. Unless the bootstrap version is tied to when the specific Hopper 3 is manufactured, in my case, mines is from February 2016 when it was installed.
At least Google Search AI is saying the bootstrap version will never change and unique to each Hopper 3.
This is probably why different people seem to either have the issue or they don't because the bootstrap code could also be tied to the hardware revision and
components other than the internal HD.
At least Google Search AI is saying the bootstrap version will never change and unique to each Hopper 3.
This is probably why different people seem to either have the issue or they don't because the bootstrap code could also be tied to the hardware revision and
components other than the internal HD.
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View: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ewCzxcofBUw
Direct YouTube Link - Untitled Linux Show 275
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View: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ewCzxcofBUw
Direct YouTube Link - Untitled Linux Show 275
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No idea what improvements might be involved.
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Two bugs out and three new bugs in.
Yep. Just got a call from a customer who said her DVR buttons stopped working. Told her about the new software and had her reboot her H3, problem solved.Two bugs out and three new bugs in.
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View: https://www.youtube.com/shorts/E-QczD5oEh4
Direct YouTube Link - AI vs. Coders & Mathematicians: The Great Disruption #shorts
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Direct YouTube Link - AI vs. Coders & Mathematicians: The Great Disruption #shorts
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TWIT Live Feed
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Several Dish offers showed up today in my account. Once you choose one the rest are removed. Offers were Showtime, Starz, AMC and others.
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Not for me, mines has no mention of how long aka the offer period and the Terms and conditions the $0.00 is good for. All I see is one can lose $5.00 if you decide to remove it before day 31 after you add it to the account.
You have a different offer that is free for a shorter timeframe which is different than the one that I and bnewt saw without defining the promotion period as I sent the question to DISH Care via Facebook Messenger and this is the response I got back 20 minutes ago.
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Sometimes a thread gets so many posts in it that is can cause issues for the server so that why today we introduce The Song Name Game Part 3!
So let the game continue!
The last song was added by Bobby who posted...
One Meat Ball - Andrews Sisters
CONTINUE ON AND HAVE FUN! WELCOME HOME TO SATELLITEGUYS.US!
Here are the original rules for the game as posted by WebbyDude back in 2006. http://www.satelliteguys.us/threads/68645-Song-Name-Game
Just name a song title and the band who performed it. The next person does the same thing, but needs to list a song title or band name which includes a word from the previous entry. Pick songs from any genre.
Example:
Long Live Rock and Roll -- Rainbow
Rainbow in the Dark -- Dio
Another example:
Ride the Lightning -- Metallica
Lightning Strikes -- Ozzy Osbourne
Get it?
An additional note: we all know that song titles, sometimes, use profane words. Because this is a family friendly website it is advised that you clean up that title up a bit. This is accomplished by using something like sh!t instead of the real word. Thanks....
So let the game continue!
The last song was added by Bobby who posted...
One Meat Ball - Andrews Sisters
CONTINUE ON AND HAVE FUN! WELCOME HOME TO SATELLITEGUYS.US!
Here are the original rules for the game as posted by WebbyDude back in 2006. http://www.satelliteguys.us/threads/68645-Song-Name-Game
Just name a song title and the band who performed it. The next person does the same thing, but needs to list a song title or band name which includes a word from the previous entry. Pick songs from any genre.
Example:
Long Live Rock and Roll -- Rainbow
Rainbow in the Dark -- Dio
Another example:
Ride the Lightning -- Metallica
Lightning Strikes -- Ozzy Osbourne
Get it?
An additional note: we all know that song titles, sometimes, use profane words. Because this is a family friendly website it is advised that you clean up that title up a bit. This is accomplished by using something like sh!t instead of the real word. Thanks....
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For some reason, the satelliteguys.us site is loading a lot slower than usual on both Chrome on my Asus laptop and Safari on my iPhone.
I'm also seeing longer appearances of the blue bar at the top and the "3 blue bars" loading symbol.
Is anyone else also having the same problem? Thanks in advance.
I'm also seeing longer appearances of the blue bar at the top and the "3 blue bars" loading symbol.
Is anyone else also having the same problem? Thanks in advance.
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Please post your remote make/model here and any details of your issue. We are looking to collect as many examples as possible. I may reach out to you for your receiver number, but please do not post it here.
If you've already reported this to me, please repost it here so I can track all instances in one thread.
Thanks!
Brittany
If you've already reported this to me, please repost it here so I can track all instances in one thread.
Thanks!
Brittany
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I was having similar issues last night while watching and recording the NLCS game on 148. When I tried resuming the game at one point the screen went blank and I couldn't get my H3 to respond to any remote commands. Eventually the Hopper went to a HD channel but still no remote response. After a while the Hopper went into a re-boot cycle. This happened at least 3 times. I was using an IR universal remote only.
A little frustrating to have the game broken up like that but at least the Brewers won
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Continuing the Kilauea thread in the Pub here. Perhaps the Iceland one too next time there's remarkable activity.
Currently there is precursory lava flowing into the crater, leading to the next episode that'll probably start within the next day.
You can see the pace of inflation / deflation here. It serves as the primary predictor for when the expect the eruptions, which coincide w/ inflation turning into significant deflation and last for several hours on average with significant fountaining.
www.usgs.gov
View: https://youtu.be/Uecu2seh4b4
Wife and I like the AfarTV feeds, for the discussion along w/ them, though they're otherwise just mirrors of the official USGS feeds.
View: https://youtu.be/iws3rh5vLAQ
Currently there is precursory lava flowing into the crater, leading to the next episode that'll probably start within the next day.
You can see the pace of inflation / deflation here. It serves as the primary predictor for when the expect the eruptions, which coincide w/ inflation turning into significant deflation and last for several hours on average with significant fountaining.
Monitoring Data for Kīlauea
For more information on how electronic tiltmeters and GPS receivers help monitor the deformation of Kīlauea volcano, see the HVO Deformation page.
View: https://youtu.be/Uecu2seh4b4
Wife and I like the AfarTV feeds, for the discussion along w/ them, though they're otherwise just mirrors of the official USGS feeds.
View: https://youtu.be/iws3rh5vLAQ
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Oooo, quite the show now. All three vents have doming and overflows. The cone that built up around the North vent lost its upper quarter at 02:50 Oct 17 and is now spewing lava at a healthy rate. Don't know if I would say it's a fountain, but it's close.
edit: The USGS has called the official start of Episode 55 as starting at 03:19 HST Oct 17, 2026:
Alert Level: WATCH, Color Code: ORANGE 2026-10-17 13:43:56 UTC
HVO/USGS Volcanic Activity Notice
Volcano: Kilauea (VNUM #332010)
Current Volcano Alert Level: WATCH
Current Aviation Color Code: ORANGE
Issued: Saturday, October 17, 2026, 3:43 AM HST
Source: Hawaiian Volcano Observatory
Notice Number: 2026/H488
Location: N 19 deg 25 min W 155 deg 17 min
Elevation: 4091 ft (1247 m)
Area: Hawaii
Summary: Episode 55 of the ongoing Halemaʻumaʻu eruption began at 3:19 AM HST on October 17, 2026.
Volcanic Activity:
Episode 55 of lava fountaining in Halemaʻumaʻu began at the summit of Kīlauea began at 3:19 AM HST on October 17, 2026.
Fountain heights are relatively low at about 100-150 feet (30-45 m), and it is not clear whether this episode will evolve to the same heights as previous episodes. Continuous overflows from the vents began yesterday, October 16, just before 6 a.m. HST and transitioned into episode 55 fountains at 3:19 a.m. HST this morning. The current forecast is for winds are blowing from the north-northeast direction, which suggests that volcanic gas emissions and volcanic material may be distributed to the south-southwest direction from Halemaʻumaʻu.
edit: The USGS has called the official start of Episode 55 as starting at 03:19 HST Oct 17, 2026:
Alert Level: WATCH, Color Code: ORANGE 2026-10-17 13:43:56 UTC
HVO/USGS Volcanic Activity Notice
Volcano: Kilauea (VNUM #332010)
Current Volcano Alert Level: WATCH
Current Aviation Color Code: ORANGE
Issued: Saturday, October 17, 2026, 3:43 AM HST
Source: Hawaiian Volcano Observatory
Notice Number: 2026/H488
Location: N 19 deg 25 min W 155 deg 17 min
Elevation: 4091 ft (1247 m)
Area: Hawaii
Summary: Episode 55 of the ongoing Halemaʻumaʻu eruption began at 3:19 AM HST on October 17, 2026.
Volcanic Activity:
Episode 55 of lava fountaining in Halemaʻumaʻu began at the summit of Kīlauea began at 3:19 AM HST on October 17, 2026.
Fountain heights are relatively low at about 100-150 feet (30-45 m), and it is not clear whether this episode will evolve to the same heights as previous episodes. Continuous overflows from the vents began yesterday, October 16, just before 6 a.m. HST and transitioned into episode 55 fountains at 3:19 a.m. HST this morning. The current forecast is for winds are blowing from the north-northeast direction, which suggests that volcanic gas emissions and volcanic material may be distributed to the south-southwest direction from Halemaʻumaʻu.
- All eruptive vents and lava flows are confined to Halemaʻumaʻu crater within Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park. Tephra fall from volcanic ash clouds is greatest within 3 miles (5 km) of the vents, lighter ash and Pele's Hair may stay suspended for large distances from the vents.
Kīlauea seems to be returning to the "normal" eruption script, impressive fountaining from the North Vent. For once, the V2 Cam has the best overall shot:
The lava flows have covered a good portion of the Halemaʻumaʻu crater floor.