Sony introduced its new Blu-ray Disc line featuring Blu-ray 3D
playback, Wi-Fi Internet connectivity, and instant streaming of online video
content from the BRAVIA Internet Video platform. The new Sony Blu-ray Disc
devices are another example of how Sony is providing consumers with networked
products that enhance the home entertainment experience.
The full HD 1080p line featuring Sony’s new Monolithic Design Concept
includes three stand alone models (BDP-S770, BDP-S570 and BDP-S370) and three
integrated home theater systems (BDV-HZ970W, BDV-E770W, and BDV-E570), as well
as a 5.1 channel matching home audio system (HT-SS370).
When connected to a broadband Internet network, the models instantly stream
movies, videos, music and more from Netflix, Amazon Video On Demand,
YouTube, Slacker Internet Radio, Pandora, NPR, Sony Pictures, Sony Music,
and over 25 total providers through the Sony BRAVIA Internet Video platform.
"Only Sony can leverage expertise in hardware and content creation to deliver
unique entertainment experiences such as 3D and Internet streaming," said Chris
Fawcett, vice president of Sony Electronics’ home audio and video business. "Our
new Blu-ray Disc players, home theaters and audio products bring entertainment
to life with a high-quality, innovative design that is stylish enough to enhance
any decor."
Sony’s new Blu-ray Disc players and home theater systems feature an
Entertainment Database Browser, using Gracenote technologies, that allows
users to browse details like actor and production information from a Blu-ray
disc and access related content found on BRAVIA Internet Video content.
Unique to the new models, users with an iPhone or iPod touch devices can
control the players using a free application that can be downloaded from the
Apple App store. The application allows an iPhone/iPod touch to function as a
remote control that includes the ability to access a Blu-ray Disc’s details such
as jacket artwork, actor, and production information as well as search for
additional video clips online.
Blu-ray Disc Players
Available this summer, Sony’s Blu-ray 3D capable BDP-S770 Blu-ray Disc player
is also compatible with DVDs, CDs, and SA-CDs. The model features an Ethernet
jack and has built-in Wi-Fi wireless (802.11) with Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS)
for easy access to Sony’s BRAVIA Internet Video platform and BD-LIVE
functionality.
The model also includes Sony’s IP Content Noise Reduction technology and
Precision Cinema HD Upscaling to improve standard definition and web video
quality.
Compatible with Digital Living Network Alliance (DLNA) devices, the model
allows you to wirelessly share digital photos, music, and video media from your
PC using your home network. It also includes a front USB input for photo, music,
and video playback and decodes all advanced audio codecs including Dolby
TrueHD, dts-HD Master Audio, and offers bit stream out.
The model also offers an improved start-up and disc loading performance. When
the quick start feature is turned on, the start-up time is quicker and disc
loading is faster than previous models.
Also available this spring Sony’s BDP-S570 Blu-ray Disc player features built
in Wi-Fi wireless (802.11) with WPS for easy access to Sony’s BRAVIA Internet
Video platform and BD-LIVE functionality.
Other features include:
- DVD, CD, and SA-CD playback
- IP Content Noise Reduction
- Entertainment Database Browser with Gracenote technology
- BD Remote (iPhone/iPod touch BD Remote Control application)
- Photo, music, and video playback via front USB and DLNA (firmware update
required) - DVD upscaling to near high definition with Precision Cinema HD Upscaling
- Dolby TrueHD and dts-HD Master Audio decoding
- Quick start and fast loading
Sony’s BDP-S370 Blu-ray Disc player, shipping this spring, also offers full
HD 1080p picture quality and access to the BRAVIA Internet Video platform and
BD-LIVE functionality.
Other features found in this model include:
- DVD, CD, and SA-CD playback
- Entertainment Database Browser with Gracenote technology
- BD Remote (iPhone/iPod touch BD Remote Control application)
- Wi-Fi-ready (UWA-BR100 USB wireless LAN adapter sold separately)
- Photo, music, and video playback via front USB and DLNA (firmware update
required) - DVD Upscaling to near high definition with Precision Cinema HD Upscaling
- Dolby TrueHD and dts-HD Master Audio decoding
- Quick start and fast loading
Blu-ray Disc Home Theater Systems
Sony’s new 3D capable BDV-HZ970W is a full HD 1080p 5.1 channel Blu-ray Disc
home theater system that features wireless capabilities via the included USB
wireless LAN adapter (802.11) allowing for easy access to a broad range of
entertainment from the BRAVIA Internet Video platform and BD-LIVE extra features
and content.
The 1000 watt system features Sony’s S-AIR technology allowing it to
transmit audio to the included wireless rear channel surround speakers. Users
can also add wireless multi-room speaker clients (sold separately) to enjoy
music in other parts of the home.
Additionally, the model includes Sony’s Entertainment Database Browser with
Gracenote technology to access disc cover art, actor, and production
information, as well as IP Content Noise Reduction technology and Precision
Cinema HD Upscaling to improve standard definition and web video quality.
Compatible with DLNA devices, the model also includes a front USB input for
photo, music, and video playback. It decodes all advanced audio codecs including
Dolby TrueHD and dts-HD Master Audio.
The BDV-E770W is a 1000 watt, 5.1 channel Blu-ray Disc home theater system
that connects to the Internet wirelessly with the included USB wireless LAN
adapter (802.11), allowing easy access to entertainment from the BRAVIA Internet
Video platform and BD-LIVE functionality.
Other features include:
- DVD, CD, and SA-CD playback
- Integrated S-AIR wireless rear speakers
- Entertainment Database Browser with Gracenote technology
- BD Remote (iPhone/iPod touch BD Remote Control application)
- DLNA functionality (firmware update required)
- Photo, music, and video playback via USB and DLNA
- iPod audio playback via USB
- DVD Upscaling to near high definition with Precision Cinema HD Upscaling
- Dolby TrueHD and dts-HD Master Audio decoding
Sony’s BDV-E570 full HD 1080p Blu-ray Disc 5.1 channel home theater system
also offers access to entertainment from the BRAVIA Internet Video platform and
BD-LIVE functionality via an included USB wireless LAN adapter.
This 1000 watt system also offers:
- DVD, CD, and SA-CD playback
- Entertainment Database Browser with Gracenote technology
- BD Remote (iPhone/iPod touch BD Remote Control application)
- Photo, music, and video playback via USB and DLNA
- iPod audio playback via USB
- S-Air ready (with addition of optional transmitter, sold separately)
- DVD Upscaling to near high definition with Precision Cinema HD Upscaling
- Dolby TrueHD and dts-HD Master Audio decoding
Home Theater Audio System
Sony also announced the HT-SS370 5.1 channel home theater audio system with
Blu-ray Disc player matching design. The 1000 watt model includes a HDMI
repeater (3 inputs/1 output), allowing users to send HDMI signals through the
device even when it is off.
The model, which is available this spring, is S-AIR ready and can send
wireless audio signals to rear surround speakers or multi-room speakers (sold
separately) when an optional transmitter (sold separately) is added.
The HT-SS370 also features linear PCM decoding and two digital audio
inputs.
