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The Denon DVD-3800BDCI is the flagship Blu-ray player (aka disc transport) from Denon released in March 2008 for $1999. It has similar features to the step-down Denon DVD-2500BTCI ($999), but adds analog outputs and Silicon Realta sxT2 HQV video processing. Like the DVD-2500, the DVD-3800 will output lossless dts-HD MA, Dolby TrueHD, and raw 7.1 PCM bitstreams, but unlike the DVD-3800 it will decode dts-HD MA and Dolby TrueHD that can be output to the 7.1 line-level analog outputs. For CD audio, there is a pure direct mode that shuts down all non-essential circuitry for audio-only playback.
MSRP $1,999.00
Release date March, 2008
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Features
- profile 1.1 compliant with Picture-in-Picture Bonus View interactivity
- HDMI v. 1.3a with deep color support
- Silicon Realta sxT2 HQV video processing
- single HDMI v. 1.3a output
- 7.1 analog RCA pre-outs
- digital coaxial, digital S/PDIF
- I/P direct setting to output 1080p/24 directly instead of converting to 1080p/60
- "pure direct" sound mode shuts down all non-essential circuitry for audio-only playback
- outputs and decodes lossless Dolby TrueHD and DTS-HD Master Audio bitstream
- also decodes 7.1 PCM, Dolby Digital Plus, lossy Dolby Digital (5.1) and lossy DTS (5.1)
- video output formats: 1080p/60, 1080p/24 (no source direct support)
- functional as an upscaling DVD player
- release date: March 2008
- price: $1999
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MSRP $1,199.00
Released August, 2008
Pros
- High definition audio bitstream output (Dolby TrueHD, dts HD-MA)
- 5.1 analog pre-outs
- Gold-plated connectors
Cons
- No BD-Live
- No Ethernet port
- Can't upgrade the firmware
Denon DVD-3800BDCI
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Yamaha BD-S2900
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MSRP $1,299.99
Released September, 2007
Pros
- Rigid drive bracket to reduce quivering
- Solid beam chassis that minimizes vibration and improves playback
- Aluminum insulators help isolate the player from external vibrations
- 5 year warranty
- Dolby Digital TrueHD/DTS-HD Master bitstream out via HDMI
Cons
- Expensive compared to BDP-S500 with only a few improvements
Denon DVD-3800BDCI
vs.
Sony BDP-S2000ES
MSRP $2,100.00
Released July, 2008
Pros
- Very well built
- Realta upconverting chipset is one of the best chips available to constumers
- Audio CD post processing enhances quality
Cons
- Not as fast as a PS3
- Price limits this player to the high-end market
Denon DVD-3800BDCI
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Marantz BD8002
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Pros
- 7.1 analog pre-outs
- Profile 1.1 compliant
- Advanced audio support - outputs and decodes Dolby TrueHD, dts HD-MA, and PCM 7.1
- 1080p/24 direct mode
- Fast transport speeds and load times
- Fantastic build quality and design
Cons
- Expensive
- Twice as tall as other Blu-ray players
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DVD, 3800, BDCI, DVD3800, 3800BDCI, DVD3800BDCI
