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Friday, October 28, 2011

VIZIO VBR220 Blu-ray Disc Player with Wireless Internet Applications, Black

The VIZIO VBR220 Blu-ray Player with Wireless Internet Apps delivers full 1080p High-Definition video, 7.1 surround sound and connects wirelessly to the Internet to stream movies, TV shows, music and more! This amazing device plays Blu-ray and DVD discs, audio CDs, MP3 and JPEG files from the front USB input. The VBR220 includes built-in 802.11n wireless networking for easy connection to the Internet so you can enjoy even more entertainment from top online services like Cinema Now, Netflix***, VUDU**, Pandora Internet Radio, Twitter, Facebook, Flickr, Picasa, Associated Press and The New York Times and so many others!

Amazon Sales Rank: #42994 in Consumer Electronics Color: Black Brand: Vizio Model: VBR220 Dimensions: 8.89" h x 16.92" w x 96.00" l, 5.73 pounds VIA (VIZIO Internet Apps) Wi-Fi Technology 1080P FULL HD Plays Blu-ray and DVDs, Audio CDs, MP3s and Jpegs Multi-Channel 7.1 Audio Output via HDMI

The VIZIO VBR220 Blu-ray Player with Wireless Internet Apps delivers full 1080p high-definition video, 7.1 surround sound and connects wirelessly to the Internet to stream movies, TV shows, music and more. This amazing device plays Blu-ray and DVD discs, audio CDs, MP3 and JPEG files from the front USB input. The VBR220 includes built-in 802.11n wireless networking for easy connection to the Internet so you can enjoy even more entertainment from top online services like Cinema Now, Netflix*, VUDU**, Pandora Internet Radio, Twitter, Facebook, Flickr, Picasa, Associated Press and The New York Times and so many others. But wait, there's even more. VUDU is offering 3 free high definition movie rentals. That's a $17.97 retail value** Technical Specifications Compatibility Add full 1080p high definition playback to your home theater experience. View larger. Plays Blu-ray and DVDs, Audio CDs, MP3s and JPEGs Multi-Channel 7.1 Audio Output via HDMI Playback and Enjoy Media via back USB Input (JPEGs and MP3s)*** Multi-Channel 7.1 Audio Output via HDMI Outputs HDMI Version 1.3 Component Video (YCrCB) Composite Video Stereo Audio Coaxial Audio Optical Digital Audio HDMI, component and Ethernet connections at the rear panel. View larger. General specifications Unit Dimensions: 16.929" W x 8.898" H x 1.969" D Box Dimensions: 19.882" W x 5.315" H x 12.008" D Net Weight: 5.732 lbs. Gross Weight: 9.039 lbs. Power-On Consumption (AVG):

Most helpful customer reviews 49 of 51 people found the following review helpful. Works but seems rushed to market By Damon Thompson This unit is easy to setup for wireless and does play BR and DVDs without issue. There are however several misconceptions over what this unit does you may get from reading the Vizio website. This unit does not come with an HDMI cable like their website says (the box correctly says it does not). It also does not play any movies/video clips from the USB. The streaming newsfeeds are also text only. Most importantly the website recommends you should get their dual 2.4/5GHz router for best performance. This unit does not have a 5GHz radio so there is no reason to buy their router. The unit also has clunky controls compared to mainline brands. The unit doesn't respond to all commands and doesn't do things like close the disk tray when you push play. It also doesn't have resume play which I consider a necessity. Lack of TV controls on the remote are also a major oversight. All my petty complaints aside the streaming Netflix does have a very nice picture when streaming HD. The buffer seems to be adequate to avoid interruptions. Netflix does drop out occasionally but I think this is Netflix's issue. I did have an issue when operating in 802.11b that it will not connect when positioned on top of my settop box. With 802.11n it does work even when racked. Your results may very on location but there is some interference from other electronics. Pandora operates without any problem and the sound is good over RCA cables. For the price you have to commend Vizio for the features they deliver but I think it's necessary to point out the flaws which most likely came from rushing this product to market. This seems to be the new norm in american business. 21 of 21 people found the following review helpful. Terrific player By Rick Daniels Very pleased with this player. Wireless connectivity works great, playback is fantastic, and a good variety of apps. Also pleasantly suprised with the great upconvert quality on standard DVDs (can be hit-or-miss for Blu Ray players)...had a couple others make this observation as well. 33 of 38 people found the following review helpful. This IS Amazon verfied, just under my wifes account. By Matt I agree with the other notes that the item has potential, but certainly seems as though Vizio was a little too eager to get it out the door. Even worse is the little sister version of this (VBR200.) Likes: -Price -Quality of Picture -Streams Netflix -Will stream Hulu Plus (per Hulu's website) -Sleek Looking -Touch controls Dislikes: -False Advertising. There is a lot of things Vizio kind of claims that it doesn't really have. It even suggests buying their dual band router, yet this doesn't even have 5ghz?!? So there IS NOT POINT! It's NOT DUAL BAND. ?? -This has got to be one of the noisiest drives I've ever heard. Seriously when it sucks the disk it I hear all sorts of crazy before the movie starts. -The remote control is a POS! Serious a piece of $#!%! It feels so cheap and doesn't even have TV controls. I bought this BD along with a Vizio LCD thinking it'd be perfect for my bedroom. I still have to use dual remotes to get the job done. It also doesn't seem to work half the time when you press buttons. Feels like dead batteries but its the remote. It's a Vizio crappy remote thing too, my Vizio TV remote does the same thing. -The included WiFi attachment is actually a small card that sticks out from the back and blinks very brightly. So much in fact it looks like a little strobe light behind my set up. -BD Tray does not close when I click play. -BD doesn't seem to resume play. -BD Live is NOT included regardless of what their website says. It's false advertising. I spent nearly an hour on the phone with their tech support rep trying to figure out why it wouldn't work, yet the BD Live worked fine on the same disk with my PS3. He finally informed me that "it must be an issue with the BD Live

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