I can play a 3D movie from an external hard drive via a USB connection , or 3D works only from the disk drive ?
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3D only works if you have a 3d monitor! Other wise you need to play 3d through your computer with a 3d program that plays Blu-ray.
1669753
Even USB 2.0 drives can will work for watching HD movies. The big difference will be the transfer speeds transferring large movies or HD movies to and from the USB drive. Transferring HD movies on a USB 2.0 drive is painfully slow.
336033
It will burn 3D movies as long as you have the right burner software and your movie doesn't exceed the disc storage capacity.
2036417
I have not hooked up any 3-d movies. Before I purchased this unit I did read in a review that 3-D capability is not available through the HDMI connection, only through the lesser quality connections Such as the yellow RCA video connection. As I said, I haven't tried it.
1724140
it can recongnizes blu ray as well as 3d blu ray! I have never been the situation that I can play any game or watching graphical movie from my CD systems :)
494081
I have never tried, as I do not have a 3D TV. However, using the dvdfab program you might be able to.
1136582
You're right. You don't have to have a 3D television to use this player. Works with any late model flat screen or TV that accepts HDMI input.
1982169
Usually there is an option on the disc to watch the show in 3d. There are not too many hybrid discs - I know of only one that I have - most movies have a separate 3D disc. Shorter answer - you don't have to do anything on the player. Do other 3d discs work fine? If so, its an issue with the authoring on the hybrid disc, not the player
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i wanted to know that too so i asked pioneer by email."do i need an explicit 3d labeled blu-ray drive to play 3d movies? or do ijust need a 3d SOFTWARE capable?as opposite of the BDR-209DBK model (wich explicite says 3D capable), thisone doesn't say anithing about 3d compatible anywhere on theexpecifications."their answer: " The BDR2209 is not 3-D capable.Thank You,Pioneer Customer Service"so i dont know if it has to be an special reader for 3d or what!. i thought it was only a 3d software but after that answer i dont know what to think anymore. i wanted to know that too so i asked pioneer by email."do i need an explicit 3d labeled blu-ray drive to play 3d movies? or do ijust need a 3d SOFTWARE capable?as opposite of the BDR-209DBK model (wich explicite says 3D capable), thisone doesn't say anithing about 3d compatible anywhere on theexpecifications."their answer: " The BDR2209 is not 3-D capable.Thank You,Pioneer Customer Service"so i dont know if it has to be an special reader for 3d or what!. i thought it was only a 3d software but after that answer... » Read More i wanted to know that too so i asked pioneer by email."do i need an explicit 3d labeled blu-ray drive to play 3d movies? or do ijust need a 3d SOFTWARE capable?as opposite of the BDR-209DBK model (wich explicite says 3D capable), thisone doesn't say anithing about 3d compatible anywhere on theexpecifications."their answer: " The BDR2209 is not 3-D capable.Thank You,Pioneer Customer Service"so i dont know if it has to be an special reader for 3d or what!. i thought it was only a 3d software but after that answer i dont know what to think anymore. « Show Less
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Any update on this? I'm looking to buy this unit too but want to be able to watch 3D movies on it.
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you do need a 3D blu ray player in order to play in 3D. As far as the other question I use Windows OS.
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I agree with sixsixtysix as I have burned a 3D disc. However, you will need ripping/burning software which can handle 3D. Some software can even compress a dual layer disc to a single layer disc.
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I haven't used the 3d function at all but it works fine on my panasonic hd tv to view videos, load pics, or set wallpaper/screen saver.
1982164
im sorry i wish i could help you, but to this day i have never played any 3d/2d disks, i just watch the regular blu-ray disks and it works just fine! Hope that helps
170928
Yes as far as i know all you need is a 3d capable player and a 3d capable desplay device.
1570661
No like any 3D display its only 3D with 3D files playing and its good with real 3D and not as good with fake 3D.
1575923
The company did not provide any software for playing movies. A US Federal Judge said if the add stated the drive can play 3d movies then the software should be included with the drive.