DVP FX820 vs FX811 from Sams? So I have wanted to purchase a portable DVD player for some time and finally settled on this model. Then at Sam's today I noticed they had a model DVP FX811 which I can not find any info about ANYWHERE other than eBay and Sam's website. I found a manual on the Sony Support page and it is word for word exactly the same as the one for DVP FX820. So do you think this is just a model that was packaged just for Sam's but are essentially just the same (albeit $20 cheaper)? Thanks for any thoughts. DVP FX820 vs FX811 from Sams? So I have wanted to purchase a portable DVD player for some time and finally settled on this model. Then at Sam's today I noticed they had a model DVP FX811 which... » Read More DVP FX820 vs FX811 from Sams? So I have wanted to purchase a portable DVD player for some time and finally settled on this model. Then at Sam's today I noticed they had a model DVP FX811 which I can not find any info about ANYWHERE other than eBay and Sam's website. I found a manual on the Sony Support page and it is word for word exactly the same as the one for DVP FX820. So do you think this is just a model that was packaged just for Sam's but are essentially just the same (albeit $20 cheaper)? Thanks for any thoughts. « Show Less
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Owned both the SONY FX-811 and FX-820, they are the SAME. FX-811 is exclusively for Sam's. Right now (August 2009), the FX-820 at Fry's Electronics is $129 and the FX-811 for $118 at Sam's. Tested, there is no Resolution differences, just the model #, all parts, accessories are interchangable. Although, Sony.com do not have FX-811 listed on their official product support, it does not look as many of these made as much as the standard FX-820. Overall, it is a Great DVD Player on either model is the same.
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The DVP-FX811 also has a matte 800x480 screen. As Rick Strobel notes, it's identical in every respect to the 820 and it's easily viewable in sunlit conditions. Take the money and run, don't walk to Sam's. :)
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I think it is a version of the 810, probably made for Sams, the 810 has a lower screen resolution.
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I need to replace the reader in the FX-811, I think it may be scratched. Anyone know how I may do that? I looked online and cannot find anything.
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Guess what? I had the same "debate" in Sam's 2 days ago. I ended up buying the FX820, the difference isn't that much ($20), and I won't have any surprises! I bought one for my daughter on June 12th (HUGE SUCCESS) and ended up getting another one for my son 2 days ago! I'd say go with the FX820! GOOD LUCK!
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do you still have to use the remote to turn dvd player on and off, with the fx811; as stated in the fx-820? not sure that i will like that feature at all?? i just saw the fx811 at sam's today, also. i had ordered the fx820 a few days ago. kinda confused now, myself??
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I think I have to agree with Carl Peluso. The Sam's DVP FX811 boasts an 800x480 resolution. The buttons at the bottom of the screen are identical - they're round and placed exactly the same as the FX820. The FX810 has a chrome hinge for the screen, the FX811 is black. If the manual for the two models is word for word identical and they look identical I'd say they're the same.I may get the FX811 and save the $20.
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My understanding - which is why I just bought the 820 - is that the 820 features a matte screen, while the older 810 has a glossy screen. That glossy screen was a common complaint among reviewers. FWIW, the 820 display is beautiful. Either way, they're Sonys, so you won't be too disappointed - but I'd seriously consider the 820 for the screen alone. They say it's a lot easier to view in glary/sunlight conditions.
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the owners manual show both to have the same resolution,VANN's online has the 820 for 149.99 and no shippinghttp://www.vanns.com/shop/servlet/item/related/485463311/sony-dvp-fx820
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I have had my Magnavox MDR535H/F7 HDD/DVD Recorder, Player for some time and I am very happy with this unit. I consider the Magnavox one of the "Best DVD Players" on the market today. I hope this helps you in making your decision.
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Laurence,I've been doing a lot of research on these various Sony models (S,V,W, etc) and it appears that the S models do not have 120 hz refresh - only 60 hz - may be reason why they are the least expensive of all the models. Also, this 24p compatibility apparently only functions with Blu Ray players! Interesting.jm
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Hi There J. Dwinell !!!!Ohhhhhhhhhhhh I'll Try That :-) THANK YOU SOOOOOOOO Much !!What I Bought The B/R Player Was For The Sound Of The Uncompressed Audio, The Pic Is Secondary To Me ...I Want It For Mostly For Concerts :-) I Have Gone Thru All The Mediums DVD-Audio-Has The Compression Algorithm, MVI Also, But SACD No Compression But Limited Titles...So Thanks Again So Very Much !!YAY YAY YAY YAY YAY YAY YAY !!I REALLY Appreciate Your Help !!Happy New Year 2009 To You And Your Family !![[[[ Wild Wizard ]]]]YAY YAY YAY !!I'll LYK How It Goes :-) Hi There J. Dwinell !!!!Ohhhhhhhhhhhh I'll Try That :-) THANK YOU SOOOOOOOO Much !!What I Bought The B/R Player Was For The Sound Of The Uncompressed Audio, The Pic Is Secondary To Me ...I Want It For Mostly For Concerts :-) I Have Gone Thru All The Mediums DVD-Audio-Has The Compression Algorithm, MVI Also, But SACD No Compression But Limited Titles...So Thanks Again So Very Much !!YAY YAY YAY YAY YAY YAY YAY !!I REALLY Appreciate Your Help !!Happy New Year 2009 To You And Your Family !![[[[ Wild Wizard ]]]]YAY YAY YAY !!I'll LYK How It... » Read More Hi There J. Dwinell !!!!Ohhhhhhhhhhhh I'll Try That :-) THANK YOU SOOOOOOOO Much !!What I Bought The B/R Player Was For The Sound Of The Uncompressed Audio, The Pic Is Secondary To Me ...I Want It For Mostly For Concerts :-) I Have Gone Thru All The Mediums DVD-Audio-Has The Compression Algorithm, MVI Also, But SACD No Compression But Limited Titles...So Thanks Again So Very Much !!YAY YAY YAY YAY YAY YAY YAY !!I REALLY Appreciate Your Help !!Happy New Year 2009 To You And Your Family !![[[[ Wild Wizard ]]]]YAY YAY YAY !!I'll LYK How It Goes :-) « Show Less
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Thank you Paulo for your inputs.Can you tell me wich is the best brand and model ( in HD format) to upscaling my Standard DVDs??? with the capability to reproduce dvds in free region??Tk you
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Thanks, Tolik - you helped me decide- upgradability and the game modes are big things. The Samsung seemed to have more power but I've learned you can't really rely on what they say the wattage is. I haven't owned enough Samsung equipment in the past to know what to expect - the TV is great but a sound system is another story.Mark - thanks for the CD info - for some reason I thought I'd get even better sound with a dedicated player ... if you can give me the model # on the Kenwood I might be interested (with over 400 CDS, a changer is sweet.).Don
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xavier,I'm glad you got a kick out of that. I think my dry sense of humor is often lost on others.I wonder about these "guarantees". I seriously beat this subject to death w/ this guy at pioneer. I made him say, in several different ways, that the manufacturing of such a device in this country is illegal. So that means one of 3 things must be true: these guarantees are worthless, these particular DVD players have been illegally modified, or the guy I talked to was completely full of it.In my view, all are equally probable.
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My question is to anyone out there. I'm experiencing the same old problem I've come to expect with DVD players - they eventually - sometimes the next day or two - get to where they refuse to play an increasing number of discs. Present Sylvania VHS/DVD combo has lasted 2 years, but is beginning to skip and refuse more discs. Is this Sony or another player the best bet for playing all discs? Most of the refused discs show no signs of damage to my eyes. Thanks much!
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Thanks "tvdvdfanatic". He is right. My DVD player is a Flip and swivel type..a Sony DVP FX-950 or a 970..and only this swivel type would fit as illustrated on the photo. And I would recommend this style of DVD player, as it takes up less room, and are protected from hits and damages while the flip screen is out.The prices for these players have come down, and are now quite affordable :)
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If there's no protection on the VHS tapes do we still need DVS to transfer to DVD?Also what are te previous models? If cheaper I might go for a previous model.
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I bought this Sony instead... works perfect, $28, shipping included by Amazon.. Sony DVPSR210P DVD Player (Progressive Scan)
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Hi there K.........how did this unit turn out for you? I've had mine for a couple of years so far, and it plays DVD's great. I gave up on learning how to copy a tape to a disk, but that is the one feature I needed to rid myself of boxes of old VCR tapes. (See my posts dated 2/21/10.) James says I need a tuner, however the inst. book does not mention that. Thanks for the help, Jeanette
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Michael,I guess it's possible the standard DVD is DTS 5.1 which would answer the question. I just cant' find any detailed info about the DVD online. I guess I'll have to track one down at the store and read the cover.
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I don't know guys, I still haven't figured it out. Reading thru other posts here is making me think I'm going to return this thing. I really thought I'd like it, but if I can't string together my video clips to burn to DVD, WHAT is the point? It doesn't seem you can ask this question at the Vado official site either w/out first entering all the numbers off the box it came in. What a pain, I don't carry the box around w/ me. They also do not have an 800# that I can find on the site to call. Frustrating! I wonder how many customers they are losing?
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Hello-I am desperately seeking assistance with my SA8300HD in use with my WD My DVR Expander. I have been using the expander successfully with this box for about a year and a half. Recently Time Warner "upgraded" my area (Austin, TX) with the Navigator interface. After that all seemed to be lost. I had over 150 shows recorded for future viewing all gone. Multiple calls and emails later I was given contradictory information. First I was told that the SATA port would no longer work for the expander. Today I was told that it could be used but only for storage when the dvr is full. No instructions on how to use it in that manner (to switch recordings to the expander or back again) and of course the usual TW company line about not supporting any issues with the expander. Any low tech information about how this might work or what to do would be truly appreciated. Also I just kind of tripped onto this forum while looking for information so a response to my email address would get the information to me more directly or at least point me back to this forum. I am on my phone typing this and it doesn't show me the url where I got started. Thanks so much in advance, Kathy (ksilb@austin.rr.com)
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Hi Brit,Do drop by and let us know your impressions on the DV-983H. This is still not available from Amazon as of the date of this writing.Having invested in a S.O. TX3 Video Processor for use with my Toshiba HD-A35 and the Oppo DV-980H, I am well set up for watching DVDs.
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Amazon have been sending me the WD20EARS-00MVWB0! If you do buy it, please buy it thru my Amazon Store, its the same price and I get a small kickback from the sale.