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Brand NEW! Including 90 Days USA Factory Warranty. Play PlayStation 3 games without a console and watch Blu-ray and HD content through the Sony BDP-S1700 Blu-ray Disc Player . This Blu-ray player supports full HD 1080p Blu-ray disc playback from its HDMI output and upscales standard DVDs to near-1080p quality. It provides access to over 300 streaming services that can allow you to play movies, TV shows, music, and more with a valid subscription and broadband connection. Additionally, the BDP-S1700 is compatible with many file and audio formats such as Dolby TrueHD and DTS-HD Master Audio for a dynamic surround sound experience. The USB port supports peripherals such as thumb drives for easy playback of a variety of file types. Stream from Your Favorite Apps in Full HD Access over 300 streaming services and enjoy endless entertainment including movies, TV shows, music, and more from your favorite apps like Netflix, YouTube, Hulu Plus, Pandora, Amazon Instant Video, and others. Enjoy Blu-ray Disc Movies in Full HD and Upscale Your DVDs to Near-HD Quality Watch your Blu-ray Disc movies in Full High Definition quality for depth and image clarity exceeding that of a DVD. The BDP-S1700 also upscales your standard definition DVDs to near-HD resolution, so you can enjoy enhanced detail for all of your favorite movies. Easy Navigation with a Customizable, User-Friendly Interface Finding apps and features is quick and simple with a graphical user interface. Browse on your TV screen with easy-to-navigate panels – content is divided into featured apps on one side and your favorite apps on the other. Everything is neatly organized and quick to launch. Super Quick Start Gets You Watching Faster With Quick Start mode and Fast Loading, it takes less than 1 second to boot up your Blu-ray Disc player. You'll be able to get to the action quicker with even interactive discs loading in as little as 30 seconds once the tray is closed. If you're not watching Blu-ray, you can launch Internet content even faster, too. Enjoy Your Videos, Photos, and Digital Music with USB Connectivity Easily display your videos and photos on your TV or listen to your digital music by simply connecting your USB storage device to the Blu-ray player's front USB slot. Dolby TrueHD for Sound as the Director Intended Enjoy peerless audio quality with Dolby TrueHD, which delivers lossless sound across movies and music. By reproducing sound identical to original studio masters, it offers unparalleled audio fidelity for Blu-ray Discs, DVDs, and downloaded content. Reduce Energy Costs with an Energy Star 3.0 Rating With an Energy Star 3.0 rating, the player will consume less energy during its use and when it's in standby mode. Content acquired via certain apps may require subscription to a service. Sony BDP-S1700 Specs Video/Audio System NTSC Region Blu-ray: A DVD: 1 HD Upconversion 1080p Multi-Channel Audio Decoding Dolby Digital, DTS A/V Playback Formats Video BD-R, BD-RE, DVD+R, DVD+R DL, DVD+RW, DVD-R, DVD-R DL, DVD-RW, DVD-Video, VCD Audio CD, CD-R, CD-RW Pictures CD-R, CD-RW, DVD+R, DVD+R DL, DVD+RW, DVD-R, DVD-R DL, DVD-RW File Formats Supported 3G2, 3GP, 3GPP, 3GPP2, AAC, AC3, ASF, AVCHD, AVI, FLA, FLAC, FLV, GIF, JPEG, LPCM, M2TS, M4A, MKA, MOV, MP3, MP4, MPEG1, MPEG2, MPG, MTS, PNG, VC-1, WAV, WMA, WMA9, XVID Connectivity Output Ports 1 x HDMI Type A 1 x RCA (Digital Audio) Input Ports None USB Ports 1 x USB Unspecified Version Ethernet Yes Wi-Fi None Bluetooth None Digital Media Slot None Internet Multimedia BD-Live Yes BONUSVIEW Yes DLNA Home Network Sharing No General AC Input Power 120 VAC, 60 Hz Power Consumption 8.5 W (Typical) 0.3 W (Standby) ENERGY STAR Compliant None Dimensions (W x H x D) 9.1 x 1.6 x 7.8" / 23.1 x 4.1 x 19.8 cm Weight 1.8 lb / 0.8 kg Packaging Info Package Weight 2.505 lb Box Dimensions (LxWxH) 10.65 x 10.55 x 2.95" - All international buyers are responsible for all tax, duties and/or customs fees.
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Sony emerged from the ruins of post-World War II Japan, founded on May 7, 1946, by Masaru Ibuka and Akio Morita as Tokyo Tsushin Kogyo K.K. in Tokyo's Nihonbashi district. Starting with radio repairs and Japan's first magnetic tape recorder, the duo secured transistor licensing from Bell Labs, pioneering the TR-55 transistor radio in 1955. Renamed Sony Corporation in 1958—from the Latin "sonus" for sound—the brand symbolized Japan's ascent from cheap imitations to innovative leadership, fueled by Ibuka's engineering prowess and Morita's global marketing vision.
Sony's hi-fi legacy spans headphones, amplifiers, speakers, turntables, and DACs, alongside landmark formats like the Compact Disc in 1982 and Blu-ray. Iconic products include the Walkman for portable audio revolution and Trinitron televisions, blending consumer accessibility with cutting-edge tech. Today, offerings like the Signature Series headphones and ES amplifiers target discerning listeners seeking refined soundstaging and dynamic range.
Positioned as a mid-to-high-end powerhouse, Sony commands respect among knowledgeable buyers for blending mass-market reliability with premium performance, outpacing many pure audiophile brands in innovation and value. Far from vintage relic or niche boutique, it dominates with forward-thinking engineering, holding strong market share in headphones and streaming ecosystems.
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