How to Buy a Blu Ray Player

Posted on January 18th, 2009 by Elaine

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Everyone wants to have a good DVD viewing experience, and today, the best way to get that is through a blu ray player. With the number of electronic stores and brands, it can be hard to pick out which player to get, so to help you out, here are a few tips on how to buy a blu ray player.

What You’ll Need:

Blu ray movies
HDMI cable
Internet access
High definition TV
Money

What To Do:

Find out which brands work best. With the number of blu ray player manufacturers today, it’s easy to become confused as to which one gives the best performance. The trick is to stick to popular brands. They may be more expensive, but at least you get what you pay for. Sony is known as the leader in blu ray technology, although other well-known brands also give optimum performance.
Check out online reviews.The Internet is a good source if you’re looking for referrals on which player to buy. A lot of blu ray owners, both experts and regular consumers, tend to rave or complain about their players, so this can help narrow down your choices. Search sites like Amazon.com, and check out which player gets the most thumbs-up from users. Online forums also give plenty of valuable information.
Get an HDTV. You won’t enjoy your blu ray experience if you don’t have this. Remember that the quality sound and crisp picture brought by blu ray CDs can only be appreciated with a high-definition television or HDTV. If you have a regular tube television, chances are you won’t see any difference between a DVD and blu ray player. Get an HDTV with surround sound, so your viewing experience will be at its finest.
Make sure you have a HDMI cable. This is important when connecting your HDTV to the player. An HDMI cable perfectly transmits the HD quality surround sound audio and video.
Opt for a Sony Playstation 3. Many critics praise this Sony video game console because of its excellent blu ray capabilities. If you want more than a typical blu ray player, consider getting this gaming system. It even allows you to download videos and movies, and play games online.
Window shop. Seeing the product with your very own eyes greatly contributes to your decision-making. Visit several electronic stores, and ask which brands are available, and which ones get the most positive feedback. Find a sales associate and let him explain the players’ differences and features.
Test the player. Once you’ve found a blu ray player that suits your taste, check if it works well with your blu ray movies before completing the purchase. Bring a few blu ray CDs, and ask the sales attendant to try them on your chosen player. Make sure the CDs you’ve brought are in good condition.

These tips can help you get a good deal on a great blu ray player. Prepare, the popcorn, prop up your foot and relax, as you enjoy the wonderful viewing experience your new player brings.