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Originally planned for release in October 2008, the Sherwood BDP-5003 is a more consumer friendly Blu-Ray player that finally made its appearance in late November. It is a more slimmed down version of the Sherwood BDP-6003. Sherwood claims the BDP-5003 will offer optimum performance to those looking for a more affordable player. The BDP-5003 features full 1080p/24p output with support for Dolby TrueHD, and DTS-HD MA output via HDMI. It also offers Bonusview (Profile 1.1) support and upscales standard DVDs to the supported high-definition formats. The release date was originally set for October, 2008 but has been pushed back until November.
MSRP $299.95
Release date November, 2008
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Features
- Video
- 1080p video playback at 60Hz or 24Hz
- Upscale of standard DVDs to popular HD formats
- Audio
- Dolby TrueHD support, and DTS-HD MA output via HDMI
- HDMI 1.3
- Bonusview (Profile 1.1)
- MSRP: $299.95
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Competitors
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
Sherwood BDP-5003
vs.
Sony BDP-S2000ES
MSRP $399.00
Released October, 2008
Pros
- True 7.1 analog audio sound
- Ethernet port, and 1GB flash memory for firmware updates
- Plenty of outputs for various connection choices
Cons
- DTS-HD via only bitstream
- No IR ports
- DTS-HD HR only available through firmware update
Sherwood BDP-5003
vs.
Samsung BD-P2500
MSRP $399.99
Released October, 2008
Pros
- 7.1 analog outputs do not require an expensive receiver for users to enjoy full surround
- Profile 2.0 capable
- good option for those with older high quality receivers
Cons
- better to get the cheaper BD35 if you have a receiver
- better to spend the extra money on a receiver upgrade
- Bluray is still too expensive
Sherwood BDP-5003
vs.
Panasonic DMP-BD55
MSRP $400.00
Released December, 2008
Pros
- upscales DVDs to 1080p
- high end, stylish and modern appearance
- decodes high-definition audio - dts HD MA, Dolby TrueHD
Cons
- only profile 1.1
- no multichannel analog audio outputs
- expensive considering the complete lack of features
Sherwood BDP-5003
vs.
Onkyo DV-BD606
MSRP $299.95
Released October, 2008
Pros
- Profile 2.0 support
- firmware updates through network or SDHC card
- fairly inexpensive
Cons
- no 7.1 analog outputs
- Bluray is still too expensive
- Profile 2.0 is garbage
Sherwood BDP-5003
vs.
Panasonic DMP-BD35
MSRP $359.00
Released October, 2008
Pros
- streams movies from Netflix
- upconverts DVDs to 1080p
- profile 2.0 compatible
Cons
- No analog surround outputs
- still not worth the price
- Netflix streaming in standard-def only
Sherwood BDP-5003
vs.
LG BD300
MSRP $600.00
Released October, 2008
Pros
- Decodes Dolby TrueHD and dts HD-MA
- Front panel SD slot
- Plays DivX and mp3 discs
Cons
- No RS-232 or IR port for custom integration
- No 7.1 analog pre-outs
- Ugly as hell
Sherwood BDP-5003
vs.
Integra DBS-6.9
MSRP $269.99
Released November, 2008
Pros
- Ability to decode Dolby TrueHD and output to LPCM
- 5.1 analog outs
- currently
under $200
- BD Profile 1.1 capable (BonusView)
Cons
- No profile 2.0 support.
- No ethernet port
Sherwood BDP-5003
vs.
Memorex MVBD-2510
Reviews
December 2, 2008
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Pros
- affordable price
- 1080p playback at 24 or 60 fps
- upscales DVDs
Cons
- does not include advanced profile 2.0 features
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