HEVC compatible? Will this receiver work with the Netflix HEVC codec recently developed to allow Netflix to pass true 4k to your tv, not just upscaled 1080p image?
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Hi Quentin! This receiver will pass and upscale 4k/60p video via HDMI. Since this receiver won't be the device that is decoding the signal from Netflix (more likely a BD player, Roku, or Smart TV), it will not need to be compatible with this format.
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Ran into the same problem. Upon close examination of the user-guide (bottom of page 28), and upscaling section on Amazon's product page, please note that upscaling to HDMI will ONLY work if you do not have component cables going to the TV AND the source signal is 480i/576i (so a component signal set to 720p, or 1080i will NOT upconvert). If you set your device (like an XBOX, wii, or whatever) to 480i output, then this Yamaha will upconvert it to HDMI.
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Netflix does not offer 4K streaming. Available Netflix streaming works excellent.
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Dear friend, Thanks for your inquiry. This item support 1080P High Definition. We have a one year warranty, if it has any problem, you can contact us. Thanks a lot.
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yes, this cnet review says this tv still needs an upscale for it to work, http://www.cnet.com/products/seiki-se65uy04-4k-uhd/user-reviews/, mine works great by the way!
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Hi! This Sony home receiver doesn't support streaming of Netflix. It only allows you to stream internet radio such as Pandora, Music Unlimited, Slacker and vTuner. -Ely
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No, There are currently no Sony recievers on the market that support HDCP 2.2. There is an Onkyo, but even it only has 1 port dedicated to it. Luckly right now there isn't very much content that supports HDCP 2.2. but it will become a problem later if you trying to future proof your system. They will be able to update the HDMI firmware but the hdcp is not backwards compatible due that the current hardware was not designed for it yet. Hope that helps.
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Unfortunately, this HDTV does not have H.265/HEVC decoder found on newer sets. However, you can pair XBR65/55x850A with Sony's new 4K Ultra HD Media Player (FMP-X10) which is compatible with Netflix 4K and will allow you to view same on your XBR55x850A. Note: FMP-X10 replaces Sony's first UHD media player (FMP-X1).
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Hello, yes it is and it works extremely well. 4k netflix - great, especially as more shows come out. It was worth it.
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I don't use Netflix, but according to my research Netflix is still trying to bring 4K streaming to life. The reason is because 4K streaming takes double the bandwidth. Most consumers use only about half the bandwidth required for 4K streaming. I use 4K discs, such as Men In Black (4K version) to watch in 4K. Also, I have a Sony receiver that upscales to 4K (actually near 4K). I stream through it. I use Amazon Instant Video. According to some of the techno geeks, you have to check with your ISP to see if they have you connected up to a 15Mbps (minimum) service. Higher is better. Low streaming speeds will interfere with your 4K streaming; thus, you'll never achieve 4K delivery. Many ISP companies are trying to catch up to the demand. Therefore, check with your ISP to verify your connection speed. If it's too slow, you'll have to upgrade your service. Any 4K signal that goes into the HDMI port of your Sony TV will display as 4K. You have to make sure it's a 4K signal.
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Mine works great for Netflix, don't use it for much anything else unless I'm bored or curious to see what else is online to watch. For an older unit it still hangs in there with some newer models and plays just about anything, I use the PS3 media server to stream movies that wouldn't otherwise play thru smart media or usb. I haven't seen any updates for the firmware since I got mine, but that may not be unusual since I haven't seen any problems other than some codecs that don't play unless streaming them from a PC.
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I tested this with the HDMI connection. The owners manual, available publicly on the Philips site, indicates that the choice of upscaling format is available only on an HDMI connection, so I did not bother trying with component video. It seems component video supports only 480i/480p, or 576p to a PAL TV. The manual also indicates support for HDMI connections to DVI devices that support HDCP; I don't have such a device so I have not verified this. I hope shortly to have a 1080p TV to verify its behavior there.Thanks for the question. Although I saw it mentioned in a review or another forum question that upscaling was available only on HDMI, I realised after I wrote earlier that I should have included this detail. I tested this with the HDMI connection. The owners manual, available publicly on the Philips site, indicates that the choice of upscaling format is available only on an HDMI connection, so I did not bother trying with component video. It seems component video supports only 480i/480p, or 576p to a PAL TV. The manual also indicates support for HDMI connections to DVI devices that support HDCP; I don't have such a device so I have not verified this. I hope shortly to have a 1080p TV to verify its behavior there.Thanks for the question. Although I saw it mentioned in a... » Read More I tested this with the HDMI connection. The owners manual, available publicly on the Philips site, indicates that the choice of upscaling format is available only on an HDMI connection, so I did not bother trying with component video. It seems component video supports only 480i/480p, or 576p to a PAL TV. The manual also indicates support for HDMI connections to DVI devices that support HDCP; I don't have such a device so I have not verified this. I hope shortly to have a 1080p TV to verify its behavior there.Thanks for the question. Although I saw it mentioned in a review or another forum question that upscaling was available only on HDMI, I realised after I wrote earlier that I should have included this detail. « Show Less
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No, the receiver doesn't have an application to support Netflix streaming. It will work with a roku, Apple TV, playstation, etc.
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Well, with my Sony Blu-ray, it appeared to send 480i resolution which I think might be due to the HDCP limitations. I haven't tried it with Apple TV or any other media streaming device. I did try to connect my Android TV stick, without any success. Only managed to get black screen, nothing else. Hope to try it with Chromecast soon.
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i dont own this receiver yet just ordered it but i can go ahead and answer your questions since i own the older model of this baby and only upgrading since i plan on getting a 3dtv sometime soon i hope. 1. yes it will encode all the past formats and since it includes decoders for dolby true-hd and dts-hma you are good there 2. in the audio options of every bluray it will give you option for the loseless audio codecs and the older lossy formats like dd+ and dts.
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Hi Gary. I'm running two Sony blu-ray players to my Sony 4K 70". One has 4K upscaling, connected through a 4K upscaling Yamaha home media amp (model 1030) whereby I utilized two high priced Monster Black Premium HDMI cables. The other player is a few years older and does not have 4K upscaling. It is connected the same way with these Mediabridge cables and the difference is almost, if not entirely undetectable. I attribute any discrepancy, however minute, to the fact that it is a non-4K upscaling player. In fact, I just went through a whole stack of James Bond flicks on the older player. They are rated for 4K and you can trust these folks. They stand behind their product.
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No. You apparently need a 2014 model to get the 4k Netflix content. Sharp has a new model coming out in September that should be able to streak Netflix in 4k, assuming you have the bandwidth.