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CEDIA 2009
Sony Is Blu, Like Us All
Mark Fleischmann  |  Sep 09, 2009
The Sony BDP-N460 is a reasonably priced Blu-ray player, at $250, with built-in software designed to accommodate the Linksys/Cisco Wireless-N Ethernet Bridge with Dual Band (optional). Since a broadband connection is a must for a Blu-ray player with BD-Live capability, this wireless option may make streaming easier, operating in either the 2.4GHz or 5GHz bands. Blu-ray players are increasingly becoming networking machines and Sony doesn't want you to miss any of the internet content provided by its dozens of licensed partners.
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CEDIA 2009
Sony Receivers Are Network Savvy
Mark Fleischmann  |  Sep 09, 2009
Also introduced were two new receivers, the STR-DA5500ES ($2000) with 120 watts time seven and STR-DA3500ES ($1000) with 100 watts time seven. The first model got the most attention, with Control4 IP network control -- so your Sony receiver can now handle lighting, security, and other home automation features -- and DLNA compatibility which provides access to PC-stored music, video, and photos via ethernet connection.
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CEDIA 2009
Do Do That Vudu
Tom Norton  |  Sep 09, 2009
LG Electronics has just added the high-definition streaming movie service from Vudu, Inc. to its BD390 Wireless Network Blu-ray Player. Vudu offers rental or purchase of a wide range of movie and TV titles, including more than 2,200 in 1080p. The BD390 ($399) currently provides Netflix, Roxio, CinemaNow, and YouTube streaming content as part of its “NetCast Entertainment Access” feature. The Vudu addition will be available later this month (September 2009) as a free player upgrade.
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CEDIA 2009
Look Ma, No Wires
Tom Norton  |  Sep 09, 2009
LG has brought wireless to some of its new LCD HDTVs. The flagship 55-inch, 55LHX (shown, $4799) offers wireless operation of up to 30 feet between the supplied media box to which the sources are connected (shown on the right in the photo) and the set itself. Just as important for enthusiasts, however, is the set's LED backlighting with local dimming, for a claimed 5,000,000:1 dynamic contrast ratio.
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CEDIA 2009
Thin Is Still In
Tom Norton  |  Sep 09, 2009
LG Electronics also showed its new ultra thin “Full HD” LED LCD HDTV. The SL90 series, available in 42-inch and 47-inch sizes, features LED lighting with local dimming for a claimed dynamic contrast ratio of 3,000,000:1, a depth of 1.15 inches, extensive calibration capabilities, and TruMotion 120Hz.
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Audio Video News
HD Deals: 'The Office Season 5' On Blu-ray
SV Staff  |  Sep 09, 2009
With NBC's hit comedy, the Office, premiering its sixth season in a few weeks, why not get caught up on what happened last season on Blu-ray for $41.99 (normally $69.98). Plus more HD and gadget deals* after the jump. JVC 7" Touchscreen...
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Audio Video News
10 Dreamcast Games Still Worth Playing Today
SV Staff  |  Sep 09, 2009
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Audio Video News
CEDIA 2009: Big bass from very, very tiny drivers
SV Staff  |  Sep 09, 2009
A new acoustical design technology that promises to get deep, powerful bass from tiny drivers got its first public audition this morning in a suite at Atlanta’s Ellis Hotel, just before the start of the 2009 CEDIA Expo.  The new technology...
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Audio Video News
Congratulations! You're richer than you thought!
SV Staff  |  Sep 09, 2009
 After attending two press conferences so far at the CEDIA Expo 2009, I have discovered that either, A: America is a lot richer than I thought, or B: I'm just, sadly, much poorer. During SpeakerCraft's launch of their new A/V distribution...
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CEDIA 2009
HK Continues to Embrace Dolby Volume
Mark Fleischmann  |  Sep 09, 2009
Harman Kardon, the first receiver maker to feature Dolby Volume, has added it to three models. That's good news because Dolby Volume will even out level differences among source inputs and make dynamically extreme movie soundtracks less excruciating. The new models start at $600 and 50 watts times seven for the AVR 1600. Step up to the AVR 2600 for $800 and you'll get 65 wpc, Faroudja Torino video processing, and compatibility with the Bridge III (optional) which brings iPod docking and charging. Step further up to the AVR 3600 for $1200 and get 80 wpc with the Bridge III supplied. We hope to get the latter (pictured) for review.
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