BDVE380
SONYBDVE380Black 5.1 Blu-ray Package System inc. Speakers
(For more features refer to the specification table below.)
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Picture
Picture Features
Upscaling
Does the AV receiver feature upscaling? This improves the picture quality of all sources by increasing the number of lines via the HDMI output. 4K is currently the highest resolution followed by 1080p and then 1080i.
1080p
3D Ready
Are the HDMI sockets able to pass through 3D signals?
Sound
Sound Features
Channels
The number of channels. 2 or 2.1 systems are used by stereo receivers. 5.1 is the basic surround standard. 6.1 adds a rear centre. 7.1 adds side effect speakers. 9.1 adds further 'high' front effect speakers. .2 adds a second subwoofer for more even, balanced bass.
5.1
Power Output
Maximum power output per channel - RMS into 8 ohms.
167 x 5
Dolby ProLogic
Dolby analogue surround sound system - for TV and video. Pro-Logic II features stereo effect rears, whilst Pro-Logic IIx can output in 6.1 or 7.1. Pro-Logic IIz is the latest system and enables greater flexibility in expanding a 5.1 playback system to 7.1, or a 7.1 system to 9.1.
ProLogic II
Dolby Digital
Dolby Digital Surround works from a digital source such as DVD player or Blu-ray player.
Dolby HD
High Definition Dolby decoding that is designed to get the very best from high resolution sources such as Blu-ray.
DTS
Digital Theatre System - a rival to Dolby Digital.
DTS HD
DTS-HD High Resolution Audio delivers sound even more accurate and consistent than standard DTS. It has been designed to extract the most from HD-DVD and Blu-ray. DTS-HD Master Audio takes this one step further and is capable of delivering audio that is bit-for-bit identical to the original.
THX
THX certification ensures a high standard of performance. Select, Select2 and Select2 Plus certify small systems while Ultra, Ultra2 and Ultra2 Plus certify home cinema systems designed to be used in larger rooms. "2" is the current standard with "2 Plus" adding additional THX technologies such as loudness level control.
Connections
Connection Features
HDMI
HDMI offers the highest quality, digital connection. The numbers given relate to the number of HDMI inputs/outputs.
2 in/1 out
USB
Number of USB sockets.
1
Component
Number of Component outputs.
1
Composite
Number of composite video outputs.
1
Coaxial Inputs
Number of coaxial digital inputs to input digital sources such as DVD player.
1
Coaxial Outputs
Number of coaxial digital outputs to loop digital information through.
0
Optical Inputs
Number of optical digital inputs to input digital sources such as DVD players.
1
Optical Outputs
Number of optical digital outputs to loop digital sources through.
0
Active Subwoofer Output
Does it have a separate connection for an active (powered) subwoofer?
Dedicated Port
Does it have a dedicated port for extras such as iPod dock, Bluetooth or DAB radio?
Audio Inputs
Number of audio inputs on both front and rear of unit.
1
Networking
Networking Features
DLNA Compliant
DLNA stands for Digital Living Network Alliance. It is an alliance of interested bodies that help standardise streaming content. If a product is DLNA complaint you can be assured it will stream music, photos or video from your PC, laptop to TV or other device.
Wireless Connection
Whether a wireless or, Wi-Fi, connection is included as standard or optional. This allows for wireless connection to your home network hub.
Optional
Web Applications
Access to web applications or apps such as YouTube and Facebook.
Internet Radio & Services
Does it have access to Internet radio and other music services?
BBC iPlayer
Whether or not the unit has access to one of the most popular web apps - BBC iPlayer.
Full Web Browser
Whether or not the unit gives the option of a full web browser. Note that in some instances not all web content can be shown - such as Flash.
Green Credentials
Eco Friendly Features
Eco Friendly
Does this product conform to energy efficient standards? These standards include the American "Energy Star", the European "Energy Flower" or "EcoLabel" and the UK EST (Energy Saving Trust) certification.
Power Consumption - Standby
This is the power used in watts when the unit is switched off but still powered at the mains and ready to be turned back on.
0.3
Power Consumption - Normal Use
This is the power used in watts when the TV is on, using standard picture settings and modest volume levels. Note, different manufacturers use different methods to arrive at this figure. In some cases only the maximum power consumption is quoted.
165
General
General Features
Tuner Radio
Type of radio built-in. DAB is Digital Audio Broadcasting.
FM
Remote Control
Is an Infra-red remote included?
Smart Phone Remote
Can you use a Smart Phone (iPhone or Android) to control the receiver?
Unit Dimensions
Size of main unit (W x D x H) mm.
430 x 320 x 75
Front Speaker Dimensions
Size of speakers (H x W x D) mm.
245 x 96 x 96
Centre Speaker Dimensions
Size of speakers (H x W x D) mm.
59 x 315 x 53
Rear Speaker Dimensions
Size of speakers (H x W x D) mm.
245 x 96 x 96
Subwoofer Speaker Dimensions
Size of speakers (H x W x D) mm.
330 x 380 x 191
Weight Of Unit
Weight on unit, unboxed, in KG.
4.1
Weight Of Speaker F/C/R
Weight of speakers, unboxed, in KG Front/Centre/Rear.
0.6/0.4/0.6
Weight Of Subwoofer
Weight of subwoofer, unboxed, in KG.
6.3
Disc
Disc/format Type Playable By This Product
Blu-ray
Does the player play Blu-ray discs?
HDDVD
Does the player play HD-DVD discs?
MKV
Does the player play MKV discs?
Disc Capacity
How many discs the player will hold.
1
SACD
Does the player play SACDs? Super Audio Compact Discs are the highest quality CDs available.
DVD-A
Does the player play DVD-A discs? These DVD discs offer higher, 24-bit sound quality.
DivX
Does the player play DivX discs?
MP3 Playback
Will it playback MP3 music files?
