Name: Sony UBP-X800M2
Brand: Sony
SKU: AR201904010049
Price: 349.94 EUR
Availability: InStock
Rating: 9 (6 reviews)

Outstanding image very improvable interface no optical output

I was looking for a device to replace my old LG, with wired network, DLNA client and separate digital audio output. There are not that many of them at the moment (March 2022).
The pluses:
I was looking for a device to replace my old LG, with wired network, DLNA client and separate digital audio output. There aren't that many of them at the moment (March 2022).
The pluses:
The 4K image is sublime and the processing algorithms do a remarkable job. The sound is very clear, even in coaxial compressed output. Nothing to say about that.
Installation: super fast, less than 2 minutes to set up everything including the wired network. Great.
The - :
- No front panel display for 350€, which means you have to turn on the TV to play a simple CD. They say it's not to get in the way, but it would be enough to have a display that you can turn off.
- The interface of the DLNA client is terrible. Very big display, you have to scroll through everything, the directories are displayed among the files... yuck and yuck again!
- shipping: very poorly packaged by LDLC. bubble wrap on one side, cardboard and player box punctured on the other side until the top of the player fortunately not too affected.

*** Big point to watch out for! ***
Contrary to what we read in the questions and answers there is NO optical output! Beware of old amplifiers without HDMI audio input! Fortunately there is a digital coaxial sound output which saves me the amp (I have an old but excellent 5.1 amp).

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by CyrilleC
Posted on 18 May 2024

Bought on 3 May 2024 from LDLC

Number of reviews: 30 Average rating: 8

What an image ... but what an interface!

Bought to replace a 'fake' 4K that only did upscaling, this Sony model is a real joy in terms of image quality. Complemented by a Pioneer home cinema amplifier supporting Dolby Atmos, watching films encoded in this format is a feast for the eyes and ears.
The player is also DLNA compliant and will play your HD and UHD sources (mkv container though, old avi's even HD won't play for me).
But, and this is the big BUT, the interface is really shabby. Well, shabby, it all depends: if you're nostalgic for the MO5 and Minitel, then it's all good! It's still functional, but frankly, for 4k equipment, you'd expect something else (bearing in mind that the firmware is up to date and that Sony hasn't released any new firmware since 31/05/22).

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by Kallysto
Posted on 11 Dec 2023

Bought on 5 Dec 2023 from LDLC

Number of reviews: 7 Average rating: 7

A good product, but not free of faults that should be taken into account before purchase.

My plus points :
- very good picture quality with 1080p and 720p. Powerful upscaling.
- excellent picture quality in 2160p.
- excellent audio quality.

Minuses that concern me:
- A single USB input on the front with a "floating" hatch. Frankly, there was room for improvement!
- Really rotten OSD menu... No way of modifying the display of folders and files on external media.
- No Go To function.... If you stop a film, switch off the device and if you switch on and restart the film, it starts again from the beginning...
- No Dolby Digital Plus decoding. Seriously Sony, what is your problem?

In short, it's still a very good product, very sturdy, very well finished, but you have to be able to overlook the minuses.

LDLC is always top notch when it comes to delivery times and packaging!

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by Xavyeah (Nouméa)
Posted on 24 Mar 2022

Bought on 20 Feb 2022 from LDLC

Number of reviews: 25 Average rating: 8

Outstanding image very improvable interface no optical output

I was looking for a device to replace my old LG, with wired network, DLNA client and separate digital audio output. There are not that many of them at the moment (March 2022).
The pluses:
I was looking for a device to replace my old LG, with wired network, DLNA client and separate digital audio output. There aren't that many of them at the moment (March 2022).
The pluses:
The 4K image is sublime and the processing algorithms do a remarkable job. The sound is very clear, even in coaxial compressed output. Nothing to say about that.
Installation: super fast, less than 2 minutes to set up everything including the wired network. Great.
The - :
- No front panel display for 350€, which means you have to turn on the TV to play a simple CD. They say it's not to get in the way, but it would be enough to have a display that you can turn off.
- The interface of the DLNA client is terrible. Very big display, you have to scroll through everything, the directories are displayed among the files... yuck and yuck again!
- shipping: very poorly packaged by LDLC. bubble wrap on one side, cardboard and player box punctured on the other side until the top of the player fortunately not too affected.

*** Big point to watch out for! ***
Contrary to what we read in the questions and answers there is NO optical output! Beware of old amplifiers without HDMI audio input! Fortunately there is a digital coaxial sound output which saves me the amp (I have an old but excellent 5.1 amp).

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by OBELIX
Posted on 5 Feb 2022

Bought on 2 Feb 2022 from LDLC

Number of reviews: 3 Average rating: 10

Blue ray player

I received it very quickly and put it on just as quickly. I don't regret my choice, having the klipsch 1200 atmos soundbar, I enjoy watching a good movie.having dolby atmos, this player does the job. Super definition hdr, great sound. A reasonable price for the performance.

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by JosephS
Posted on 27 Sep 2021

Bought on 27 Aug 2021 from LDLC

Number of reviews: 1 Average rating: 10

SONY Blu-Ray player

I have a rather special installation:
the HDMI video output is connected to a CHRISTIE HD projector
the audio output (in digital) is connected to a ROTTEL pre-amp (the HITACHI 6500 power amp)
the performance of the SONY player is revealed, with a high definition image, and a cinema-like sound
what more could you ask for, a 5.1 type audio equipment ? in the future maybe ...
here is, the happiness is possible

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General information	Product name	Sony UBP-X800M2
	Brand	Sony Sony
	Model	UBPX800M2B.EC1
Main characteristics	Supported media	BD-R
		Blu-ray 3D
		Blu-ray Ultra HD
		CD
		CD-R
		CD-RW
		DVD+R
		DVD+R DL
		DVD+RW
		DVD-Audio
		DVD-R
		DVD-R DL
		DVD-RW
		DVD-Video
		SACD
	3D compatible	Yes
	Bonus compatibility	None
	DLNA certification	Yes
	Remote control	Yes
Video section	Supported video formats	Xvid
		WMV9
		MPEG4
		MPEG1
		VOB
		VC-1
		Motion JPEG
		AVCHD
	Video resolution(s)	4K
	Native 4K/UHD	Yes
	DVD upscaling	4K
	Supported photo format(s)	PNG
		MPO
		JPEG
		GIF
		BMP
Audio section	Supported audio format(s)	WMA9
		WMA 10 Pro
		LPCM
		Dolby Digital
		AAC
		OGG Vorbis
		HE-AAC
		FLAC
		DSD
		Apple Lossless
		AIFF
	Multi-channel decoder	Dolby Atmos
		Dolby TrueHD
		DTS
		DTS:X
Connectivity	Video outputs	2 X HDMI Female
	Audio outputs	1 X Coaxial S/PDIF digital audio
	Additional connector(s)	Bluetooth
		Wi-Fi
		1 X RJ45 Female
		1 X USB
Physical characteristics	Width	430 mm
	Thickness	50 mm
	Depth	270 mm
	Weight	3.8 kg
Power supply	Standby consumption	0.4 W
Warranties	Commercial warranty	Seller 3 years
Warranties	Legal warranty	See terms & conditions

Sony UBP-X800M2

4K UHD 3D DVD/Blu-ray player - HDR10/Dolby Vision/HLG - Dolby Atmos/DTS:X - Hi-Res Audio - UHD Upscaler - HDMI - Wi-Fi/Bluetooth - DLNA - Miracast

Overview

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Experience intense entertainment

Incredible resolution

Unforgettable sound experience

A versatile player

Free entertainment

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Main characteristics

Supported media

3D compatible

Bonus compatibility

DLNA certification

Remote control

Video section

Supported video formats

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Native 4K/UHD

DVD upscaling

Supported photo format(s)

Audio section

Supported audio format(s)

Multi-channel decoder

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Video outputs

Audio outputs

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Physical characteristics

Width

Thickness

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Weight

Power supply

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Commercial warranty

Legal warranty

What an image ... but what an interface!

A good product, but not free of faults that should be taken into account before purchase.

Outstanding image very improvable interface no optical output

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SONY Blu-Ray player