Sony UBP-X800 4K Blu-ray player in DA HOUSE!

[WAD62]

That's bizarre then, unless like Will says, the HDMI cable I'm using isn't 4K compatible.

Marco.

I'm using the one supplied with my blu-ray player...

You don't have any other output settings on the Sony do you? Perhaps there needs to be some additional configuration, selecting the HDMI output 4:4:4 etc. mine configured itself to the TV via panasonic viera link, so I didn't have to configure it...looks like somethings choking it, settings or cable?

On my blu-ray there is a setting for '4K(50p/60p) Output' , either 4:4:4, 4:2:0, or Off, if it's off presumably it will downsample....

[Gazjam]

That's bizarre then, unless like Will says, the HDMI cable I'm using isn't 4K compatible.

Marco.

I'd try a different HDMI cable Marco, one marked Premium Certified.
Redmere ones are the best imo.

Dont let anyone tell you they dont make a difference!

[Phil Lawton]

Just a small thing I've observed with the Sony player, not a bug as such, rather more of a 'quirk'...

If you've been streaming music from Spotify, YouTube, or were using any of the apps on the homepage, and once finished simply leave the unit to go into standby mode, if you try and use it again afterwards to play a disc, the drawer tray won't open, as the unit won't respond to that command until you've hit the 'Home' button on the remote control, which cancels all previous commands.

The best thing to do, before each new session, is to 'wake up' the player, from standby mode, by pressing the 'Home' button. That way, you'll always be starting afresh, and it'll be ready to receive a new command.

Took me a while to suss what was happening, as initially I thought the player had developed a fault. Just thought I'd let folks know, existing or future users (perhaps Phil), in case they encounter that issue and also think it's a fault

Marco.

Yes, I noticed that...no big deal, as you say.

[Marco]

I'm using the one supplied with my blu-ray player...

You don't have any other output settings on the Sony do you? Perhaps there needs to be some additional configuration, selecting the HDMI output 4:4:4 etc. mine configured itself to the TV via panasonic viera link, so I didn't have to configure it...looks like somethings choking it, settings or cable?

On my blu-ray there is a setting for '4K(50p/60p) Output' , either 4:4:4, 4:2:0, or Off, if it's off presumably it will downsample....

Sorted!

I just needed to change the HDMI input on the TV, from HDMI 1, to HDMI 2 or 3, as they support HDR (I selected 2), and then go into Advanced Settings, and put the HDMI Signal Format onto 'Enhanced Format'. It was only on Standard before.

Thanks for your help, guys

Btw, for any Sony users here, Sony CIC (UK) are extremely helpful, with regard to any technical queries you may have. For reference, their number is: 0207 3652810.

Marco.

[WAD62]

Sorted!

...good stuff!

[Covenant]

"The sound produced, partnered by the superb Beresford Bushmaster II, is filigree-detailed, lifelike, smooth and musically addictive"-but sooo much better with the Beresford SEG.

[Marco]

Lol... You may be right!

Marco.

[struth]

had a feeling it might be like usb3 and some of the sockets wont do it.

[Marco]

Yup, you were pretty much spot on.

Marco.

[alphaGT]

Glad to hear you are sorted Marco, congrats on your new Sony! This is exactly what I was just talking about in another thread about “Trickle Down Tech”, features you mentioned found in your unit used to only be seen in far more pricey gear. I hear you compared your external Bushmaster against the DAC in your receiver, but how do they compare to the DAC in the new Sony? It may surprise you? This thread has made me want to upgrade my video gear! I’ve got two choices, I can go get fitted for glasses, or buy a larger TV, I’m leaning toward the TV!

Russell