Works perfectly, takes two AAA batteries, quick access buttons are correct & connect to Amazon & Netflix
347340
I bought a Vizio smart tv at an estate auction last weekend for next to nothing and it works perfectly, but didn't come with the original remote control. The codes provided by the cable company allow the cable box remote to power on/off and control the volume, but nothing else. The only way to make use of the smart functionality or adjust the picture quality is with an actual Vizio remote. I ordered this one and it works perfectly (our tv model is the E500i. A0) The remote takes two AAA batteries and the quick buttons for Amazon, Netflix etc all work as long as your TV is connected to the internet.
3262038
Purchased on August 23, 2014.  Was easy to set up and once I updated the software (also easy process) I had access to Amazon Instant Video.  I was worried when i purchased if I would be able to access Amazon as there was conflicting information on websites (Amazon and Samsung).  Very happy with purchase so far, have used primarily with Netflix account.  Easy acess to Netflix and no issues with connectivity.
1575366
I found this player to be very good addition to a home theater system and Netflix account.  Set-up only took about 5 minutes and it is very easy with HDMI cable, connection to my secured wireless network and internet access to Netflix for your account verification code.  The Roku box is small enough to sit inside my stereo cabinet without being noticed.

I found downloads of watch instantly shows on Netflix from my Comcast cable and Belkin wireless G router to be very fast. I don't have my wireless laptop up when I'm watching the Roku.  I can see how having other 2.4 GHz wireless devices up could slow down the download speeds and degrade picture quality.  I'm watching a movie a lot sooner compared to loading a DVD/Blueray on my PS3. Netflix is easy to navigate and add movies/TV shows and the updated list is downloaded to the Roku player. I haven't timed how long it takes to update; but, the movies were available when I wanted to watch them the same day.

I have the player set for the highest wide screen quality and I find the picture quality on my Panasonic 58" 1080p TV to be similar to using an S-video connection (a little below DVD quality or very good 480i look).  I also found the sound quality to be very good with my TV speakers or with my Denon S-301 home theater system.  Waiting 30 seconds to watch a movie with Roku is a lot more desirable compared to waiting 24-48hrs from the US postal service.  I decided to purchase another Roku for my Mom's house and her Netflix account.

I signed up for the Amazon on demand video, which is also offered through Roku.  Amazon has a very good selection and much newer videos available for download.  Unfortunately, you have to pay for everything you download and it would be too expensive in a short amount of time.  Amazon's free selection of shows to download with the Roku is not worth signing up for by itself. Stick with Netflix and you will have everything you need.  Amazon, why would I want to pay $1.99 for watching a free TV show that came on last night?

Roku Pros:
- easy to set up and use
- quick access to thousands of titles (with Netflix)
- very good sound/picture quality
- affordable price

Roku Cons:
- cannot (yet) program all Roku remote buttons on my Logitech Harmony One remote to work correctly (more of a Logitech problem)
- the newer titles not available on Netflix watch instantly (yet)
- not all shows in the widescreen format (with Netflix)
- Would like to see higher quality (480p/720p/1080i) option
- Would like to see more options on the Roku remote (power on/off on remote, BD-Live content/special features, search/add instant content from Roku box)
2028564
I bought this and tested it last night.  It works flawlessly with the Netflix iPad app, streaming movies over wifi.  I didn't need to perform any set up at all.  It just plugged and played.
220818
Reason I bought this item: plays DVDs, upscales DVDs, plays Blu-Ray, streams BOTH Amazon & Netflix, and is highly rated on both Amazon and on various tech sites (Wired, Cnet, etc).

First blush (2011-0611):

The player is smaller than I imagined which is nice. Set up was easy. Turned unit on and got the easily navigated menu system. Some menu options are a tad convoluted but in general ok. The player automatically updated firmware on its own. Load time for Viera cast (internet options) is somewhat slower than I expected. Amazon streams just fine, but don't expect the remote functions to allow you to navigate your Amazon videos (play, pause, etc). Amazon quality is actually very good on my 1080i 42in tv. Skype button and Netflix buttons on remote are nice.

Upconversion of DVD is great. I believe DVDs are either 480 or 720 and I have never seen a clearer DVD on this tv before. Finally seeing Jason & Sookie Stackhouse in such clarity on this tv is great.

Now to Netflix. The Netflix sign on screen is fine. But my netflix account and password are alphanumeric. The dadblasted remote, despite the alphanumeric numberpad will only enter numbers. The instructions conveniently do not mention how to enter letters using the numberpad. So as of yet, I have not streamed Netflix.

If I cannot get Netflix to work, then I will probably give it one more shot with a replacement item before returning.

Update with Netflix-HowTo (2011-0613):
Got Netflix working per instructions from Rykker & Roxme listed in the review for the BDT210. In the Netflix log on screen, pressing the "OK" button brings up the text entry field. It is slow, clunky, and could be desinged better, but hey it works. Got into Netflix and can see my account.

Current (2011-0725):
Great great beautiful Blu-ray and upconversion. Superb.
Sound is full and amazing straight out of my tv.
Netflix app video quality is great but there are some MAJOR issues with the app itself (sound, video, remote, help)
Amazon great, no complaints.
I'm not sure at this point which is better: an HTPC (like a Dell Zino or Acer Aspire Revo) or the Panasonic BDT310.

Pros:
Video quality in general is superb.
Upconversion is excellent.
Sound quality excellent.
(the 3 above beat all other services or devices I've ever had.)
Apps like Bloomberg & Weather.
Streaming via Netflix or Amazon generally crystal clear.
Menu pop-ups are pretty nice.

Cons:
Usability needs more thorough QAQC
(Needs a few more buttons on the remote to permit easy navigation to/within webservices (page up / down), VieraCast load is slow, the VC user interface is customizable but only just.)
Needs more straightforward instructions on the screen or in the manual (Netflix sign on screen problems; probably Nf's fault since the Twitter & Pandora apps are much better.)
Apps & content are few.

Applications:
VieraCast: navigation is slow & tiresome.

Skype: usable if you drop another $100+ for the accessory, so, not usable.

Netflix:
1) slow, screen real estate poor, navigating in Netflix is slow and tiresome.
(The remote needs page up / down buttons for this; a feature which could be applied elsewhere.)
2) bizarre black screen! Often the whole screen turns black, sometimes just parts, just like someone is walking in front of the movie projector. Me no gusta! Creepy.
3) sometimes there is no sound. Come back in several hours without chaning anything, sound.

Amazon VOD:
clarity is great! Instructions on how to navigate using the included remote are in the comments thread from the user, "I Love Amazon."
4974892
This tablet is perfect for watching my Netflix and Hulu movies on it's crystal clear screen. Load timing is about  3-to-5 seconds so you don't have to worry freezing the tablet if your in a hurry. Battery life is crazy, it takes about 2-3 hours to fully charge but once at 100% it last me personally about a day and a half between serving the web and watching movies.
3532805
This remote is perfect for my girlfriend! She doesnt understand controllers and this remote allows her to use netflix, or hbo go without any problems. The remote has a feature that lights up when it is moved, and it is incredibly nice to have at night time. Works right away, no need to sync, and I could not be happier with it.

The one flaw of this remote is that it takes AAA batteries, First product I have had in the last 5 years that has used those.
2176451
We got tired of navigating Netflix menus using the home-theater-box's tedious remote control.  This keyboard and mouse combination worked flawlessly as soon we popped the transceiver into the box's USB port.  Now its a breeze to find something to watch on movie night.
3336635
Our remote that came with our tv stopped working. It must have been an older version that this one because this control has a few extra buttons. I was hesitant to purchase because it wasn't the same but it took no time at all to get it working. In fact, I'm pretty sure I just put batteries in it and it worked right away. I love that I can just click one button and it takes me right to my Netflix app.
847517
This is the best electronic purchase I have EVER made! Set up was incredibly easy, and the remote is amazing. There is also a downloadable app for iPhone so I can use an alphanumeric keypad. Why? Because I'm able to access the internet and relax instead of being glued to a desk!

The apps contained in the unit are wonderful. I can access Netflix, Hulu, YouTube, iHeart radio, and much, much more. The only disappointment is the PS4 app is out of date and doesn't function, but my son has other consoles and PC games.

The Netflix Button on the remote is a godsend! One touch and I'm connected to my account. The Blue-Ray player is spot on. It has many settings to customize my viewing experience. I also can play standard DVD's.  I also was able to program my remote to control my TV. Thank you for such easy instructions!

In all, a small unit that tucks away nicely, and well worth the price. Thanks!
1702922
The Roku Streaming Stick is a small (fits in the hand) size streaming stick. It includes everything pictured above. It was rather easy to install, took about 20 minutes, just plug in and it walks you through how to install and update it. The batteries that came with it didn't last but 30 minutes but that isn't a huge deal. The remote is fairly small, simple to use, doesn't need to be pointed at the tv to use as its used with a wifi signal. You also can use the app on your phone as a remote which can save on draining batteries.

As far as the Roku itself, we love it in our house. We have a fairly simple internet plan (and it works great, no buffering or losing connections) There are thousands of channels you can download. Yes some are paid and some are free, it does give you the option of putting a password on your account so little fingers don't accidentally subscribe to anything. Otherwise there are tons of free channels. We have about 22 free channels on ours from movies, tv and music. You can also get popular paid channels like Netflix/Amazon Prime/Hulu Plus. We have some of those but we also love all the free movies offered. Lots of kids movies, older movies, weather info, news, sports etc. This is a huge upgrade from having just an antenna and getting 10 basic channels (and who can actually afford cable anymore?) This is a cheap alternative!
4891539
This Blu-Ray DVD player works great.  I have it connected via HDMI cable to my Samsung LN40C530F1F  40" flat screen TV and to the internet wirelessly via my Apple Time Capsule Airport Extreme DualBand Base Station.  All three devices work well together.  I have a subscription to NetFlix.  With the TV in stand-by mode connected to my DVR cable box, if I want to watch a Netflix movie all I have to do is pick up the DVD remote control, press the DVD player power-on button and then press the Netflix button (on the DVD remote).  The TV automatically switches to the correct input and the DVD player connects to the internet and to Netflix.  When I am done viewing my movie I press the power button on the DVD remote, the DVD player disconnects from NetFlix and then from the internet and then shuts down.  I must then use the DVD or the TV remote to switch the TV input back to the correct one for my DVR cable box.  There is a few second delay while connecting to Netflix and a few seconds delay to load the movie, but once loaded it streams smoothly with no pauses, just as though I were watching a DVD.  My Cox Cable internet connection operates at 3,298 kilobits/sec or 412.3 kilobytes/sec for downloading and 429 kilobits/sec or 53.6 kilobytes/sec for uploading.  I would definitely recommend this Samsung BD-D5700 to my friends.  I have owned and used it for 5 weeks and have watched about 6 movies.
2578835
Just received this Casablanca universal remote today (w/out blue control module box). Ordered this remote from Amazon yesterday morning. Replaced old ceiling fan (previous home owner install) with the Perseus model in about two or so hours last night. I wondered if this remote would pair with the blue control module included with the Perseus and, it does. Paired the remote in less than two minutes. All functions work correctly including the dimming feature even though the wall switch connected to the fan box is not a dimmer switch (normal flip switch). The dimmer feature on the fan worked via this remote as soon as I paired it. I did not have to follow the procedure outlined below in the instructions. If your remote does not automatically control dimmer feature, instructions state to follow the below procedure to correct issue. Awesome remote at a $20 discount on Amazon than from Casablanca.

***TO ENABLE DIMMER FEATURE*** PRESS AND HOLD DOWN THE POWER BUTTON THEN PRESS THE DOWN ARROW ON THE REMOTE TWO TIMES***
3940052
I wanted to replace Apple TV because i watch a lot of amazon Prime and stream videos from my Windows home server. After receiving i had it going in a couple minutes. Bedroom is far from wifi router so i used the enclosed wired network adaptor. I had to go to walmart to get a usb hub so i could also use remote. Remote works good and after installing bs player streaming home movies works well. Had to tinker with flash working with firefox by installing phony to trick amazon that device is a desktop and now can watch all my prime shows. This device works right out of box and other than some personal setup preferences is perfect. Remote not as nice as Apples but freedom to do what I want in one device is worth trashing the Apple TV.
4207182
I bought this selfishly as a gift for our family. We have a Samsung TV and BluRay, and Yamaha receicerwith direct tv. I've been using 4 remotes because while all do some, not one did all. Setup using the app was easy once I had the model numbers. All were found easily in the database and the app worked well for me on android. So far the buttons all work and the shortcuts are still set also. I have set the hub off on a table to the side so it is in view of the components and the separated and elevated screen. I have no complaints at all right now. If I find one, ill post
203954
Been using this baby for a few months now to stream Netflix, Hulu and YouTube. Despite the occasional hiccup where the streaming stars freezing up after the device has been left on and inactive for a prolonged period of time (not sure if this is an issue with my connection or the device itself, but the fix is an easy plug/unplug from the back of the box), I've experienced next to no connection problems. Easy installation; fast, quality streaming? Has all the apps I care to need? Plays both DVD and Blu-ray? Is able to play .mp4 files from the discs I burn, unlike my previous (and quite outdated) DVD player? For those who want advanced customization options and an endless selection of apps, this is probably not for you; otherwise, it's a hardy little device I can't recommend more.
4137288
We used this Blu-ray disc player mostly to watch Netflix, huluplus, and amazon prime. Also we used it to stream tv shows, movies, and music. off of the DLNA media server we had setup. Hooked it too a gigabit network with a super fast internet connection, so all of the media streamed in HD with little quality loss. Best part was it played MKV files from the media server beautifully (something the PS3 could never do). We have only watched a handful of Blu-ray's but the quality is excellent. The TV SideView App is really a nice feature. It gave me the ability to browse, select content, and control the Sony player. Comes in handy when you are unable to find the remote. My 3 year old daughter can operate this player very well, selecting her Netflix profile and watching her shows all on her own. The look of the unit is unique and goes with the other black electronics. The remote is awesome for one simple fact, it has a Netflix button. All in all, this is a great product for the price I got it at.

Now the kicker: I had the player for about 5 months all of a sudden it stopped working. We call Sony and had to send in the unit. We followed tech supports instructions and did exactly what they asked. Tech support was courteous and friendly. Within a week we received a new player. Hooked it up and has been running great for about 3 months now. Sony was prompt and generous to give us a new unit so quickly.

Cons: It takes little over a minute for Netflix to load and to get to a show. I'm probably impatient though.