Samsung BD-P1400 Blu-ray Review
Reviewed on Jan 20, 2009
(2 votes, average: 7.5 out of 10)
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The all new Samsung BD-P1400 has many similarities including the UI with another model of the same group, i.e. the BD-UP5000. However, this Blu-ray player has certain advanced features. The BD-P1400 detects the maximum resolution your screen automatically and configures accordingly for the players to use it.
Both design wise and spec wise the new Samsung BD-P1400 has shown lots of improvement. Even though not as slim as its predecessor, with a sloping outlook, glossy black finish, subtle blue lighting and a silver strip along the bottom, this Blu-ray player looks absolute stunning.
The BD-P1400 can be easily connected with 1080p HDTV set even from other brands apart from Samsung. With an approx. 19 seconds of disc loading and 18 seconds of disc ejecting time, this Blu-ray player seems quite fast.
One of the most noticeable features of the new Samsung BD-P1400 is that it can internally decode multi-channel Dolby TrueHD and output it via HDMI or the discrete analog outputs. This means only except DTS-HD MA, you can take advantage of every next-gen codec even if you have an older AV receiver. Despite the fact that this is a profile 1.0 Blu-ray player, it does have the best codec support. However advanced features such as BonusView can’t be accessed through it. But firmware update is possible through the LAN Ethernet port from Samsung’s online FTP site. After the update, you can enjoy Dolby TrueHD and DTS-HD MA bitstream output.
The input and output panel are pretty standard with component, composite and S-video outputs, an HDMI 1.3 output, plus optical, coaxial digital audio outputs and no RS-232. The 5.1 discrete analog output of BD-P1400 can also decode 7.1 PCM via HDMI input. The UI and scrub bar of this player is not only attractive but is easily accessible.
However with 1080p output at 24 frames per second the performance is not as good as higher end models. Also operating the remote is not as intuitive and will take some getting used to. But the relatively affordable price, features and strong Samsung name make this a great option in its price range.
Samsung BD-P1400 Key Features Review:
DVD Features
Media Type: CD, DVD, BD-R, CD-R, BD-RE, CD-RW, DVD-R, BD-ROM, DVD-RW
Video: D/A Converter 10bit / 108MHz
Audio: D/A Converter 24 bit/ 192kHz
Built-in Audio Decoders: DTS decoder, Dolby Digital
Supported Digital Video
Standards: H.264, MPEG-2
Supported Digital Audio
Standards: MP3, PCM
Upscaling: Yes
Output Resolution: 480i, 480p, 576i, 576p, 720p, 1080i, 1080p
MP3 Compatible: Yes
Additional Features: JPEG photo playback, Progressive scanning
Audio System
Sound Output Mode: Surround Sound
Response Bandwidth: 4 - 44000 Hz
Dynamic Range: 103 dB
Digital Audio Format: DTS digital output, Dolby Digital output
Signal-To-Noise Ratio: 120 dB
Additional Features: Upgradeable firmware
Connections
Connector Type: 1 x HDMI ( 19 pin HDMI Type A ) - Rear , 1 x Component video output ( RCA phono x 3 ) - Rear , 1 x Composite video/audio output ( RCA phono x 3 ) - Rear , 1 x S-Video output ( 4 pin mini-DIN ) - Rear , 1 x 5.1 channel audio line-out ( RCA phono x 6 ) - Rear , 1 x Digital audio output (optical) ( TOSLINK ) - Rear , 1 x Digital audio output (coaxial) ( RCA phono ) - Rear , 1 x Network ( RJ-45 ) - Rear
Manufacturer Warranty
Service & Support: 1 year warranty
Jan 25, 2009 at 12:33:05
wat can i say? picture quality is amazing, sound is great and load time isnt too bad either…
BUT…
the automatic resolution detection is annoying to say the least.
ive just paid over £700 for a top of the range 37 inch panasonic FULL hd television, and yet the blu-ray player will not recognise that my television is capable of 1080p so it will not work!!! i tried for several hours before logging on to the internet and looking at reviews of this product.
i wish i had looked at them before buying!
this player will be being returned to where i bought it tomorow…