Pioneer Elite BDP-95FD

The Pioneer Elite BDP-95FD is the third generation Blu-ray player from Pioneer released in October, 2007. It succeeds the BDP-94HD and BDP-HD1, and retails for $1000. The BDP-95FD supports Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Digital+, DTS-HD High Resolution, and DTS-HD Master Audio high-definition audio formats. It features an HDMI 1.3 output (/w HDMI-CEC technology for controlling other connected devices), 1080p/24 fps output, and includes Pioneer's proprietary "Home Media Gallery" functionality allowing you to stream DLNA-compatible devices across your home network.

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Pioneer Elite BDP-95FD
MSRP $999.00
Release date October, 2007
Brand Pioneer
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Supports all major high-definition audio formats
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Ethernet port for streaming media across network
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HDMI-CEC technology for controller other HDMI-connected devices
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Expensive - $1K
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5.1 analog outputs instead of 7.1
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Not Profile 2.0
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DLNA/Network software poor. Drops off network unexpectedly.
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Features

  • 3rd generation Pioneer Blu-ray player
  • HDMI 1.3 with HDMI-CEC support
  • 1080p/24 fps video output
  • hd audio formats: Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Digital+, DTS-HD High Resolution, and DTS-HD Master Audio
  • Ethernet port for home networking using proprietary "Home Media Gallery" system
  • release date: October 2007
  • price: $1000

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Competitors

Sony BDP-S2000ES

Sony BDP-S2000ES

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
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Denon DVD-2500BTCI

Denon DVD-2500BTCI

MSRP  $999.00    Released  January, 2008
Pros
  • Fast transport speeds and load times
  • Outputs lossless Dolby TrueHD and DTS-HD Master Audio
  • Fantastic build quality and design
Cons
  • Sub-woofer is output 5dB less than other channels with PCM, requiring tweaking to balance the levels
  • No analog outputs, only a single HDMI
  • No advanced video processing
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Erik

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February 28, 2008
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Pros

  • Supports all major high-definition audio formats
  • Ethernet port for streaming media across network
  • HDMI-CEC technology for controller other HDMI-connected devices

Cons

  • Expensive - $1K
  • 5.1 analog outputs instead of 7.1
  • Not Profile 2.0

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Omar

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February 28, 2008
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Pros

  • Supports all major high-definition audio formats
  • Ethernet port for streaming media across network

Cons

  • Expensive - $1K
  • 5.1 analog outputs instead of 7.1
  • Not Profile 2.0

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April 29, 2009
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  • Expensive - $1K
  • 5.1 analog outputs instead of 7.1
  • Not Profile 2.0
  • DLNA/Network software poor. Drops off network unexpectedly.

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January 26, 2009
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  • DLNA/Network software poor. Drops off network unexpectedly.

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BDP, 95, FD, BDP95, 95FD, BDP95FD