Product Description
The VIZIO VBR220 Blu-ray Player with Wireless Internet Apps delivers full 1080p High-Definition video, 7.1 surround sound and connects wirelessly to the Internet to stream movies, TV shows, music and more! This amazing device plays Blu-ray and DVD discs, audio CDs, MP3 and JPEG files from the front USB input. The VBR220 includes built-in 802.11n wireless networking for easy connection to the Internet so you can enjoy even more entertainment from top online services like Cinema Now, Netflix***, VUDU**, Pandora Internet Radio, Twitter, Facebook, Flickr, Picasa, Associated Press and The New York Times and so many others!
Product Details
- Amazon Sales Rank: #46255 in Home Theater
- Color: Black
- Brand: Vizio
- Model: VBR220
- Dimensions: 8.89" h x 16.92" w x 96.00" l, 5.73 pounds
Features
- VIA (VIZIO Internet Apps)
- Wi-Fi Technology
- 1080P FULL HD
- Plays Blu-ray and DVDs, Audio CDs, MP3s and Jpegs
- Multi-Channel 7.1 Audio Output via HDMI
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The VIZIO VBR220 Blu-ray Player with Wireless Internet Apps delivers full 1080p high-definition video, 7.1 surround sound and connects wirelessly to the Internet to stream movies, TV shows, music and more. This amazing device plays Blu-ray and DVD discs, audio CDs, MP3 and JPEG files from the front USB input. The VBR220 includes built-in 802.11n wireless networking for easy connection to the Internet so you can enjoy even more entertainment from top online services like Cinema Now, Netflix*, VUDU**, Pandora Internet Radio, Twitter, Facebook, Flickr, Picasa, Associated Press and The New York Times and so many others.
But wait, there's even more. VUDU is offering 3 free high definition movie rentals. That's a $17.97 retail value**
Technical Specifications
Compatibility
- Plays Blu-ray and DVDs, Audio CDs, MP3s and JPEGs
- Multi-Channel 7.1 Audio Output via HDMI
- Playback and Enjoy Media via back USB Input (JPEGs and MP3s)***
- Multi-Channel 7.1 Audio Output via HDMI
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Outputs
- HDMI Version 1.3
- Component Video (YCrCB)
- Composite Video
- Stereo Audio
- Coaxial Audio
- Optical Digital Audio
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General specifications
- Unit Dimensions: 16.929" W x 8.898" H x 1.969" D
- Box Dimensions: 19.882" W x 5.315" H x 12.008" D
- Net Weight: 5.732 lbs.
- Gross Weight: 9.039 lbs.
- Power-On Consumption (AVG):
- Remote: VIZIO Blu-ray Proprietary Remote
What's in the Box
VIZIO VBR220 Blu-ray disc player, remote control (w/2 AA batteries), composite video and audio cable, quick setup guide.
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VIZIO Internet Apps
This VIZIO HDTV includes the VIZIO Internet Apps feature (VIA), and it comes pre-loaded with Flickr, Netflix, Rhapsody, Twitter, VUDU and Yahoo TV Widgets, ready to launch on-screen at the touch of a single button on the premium Bluetooth universal remote control. A high-speed Internet connection is required to access content and receive product updates, and this model enables you to connect to the Internet via integrated Wireless-N Wi-Fi or wired Ethernet.
When you press the VIA button on your remote, the Apps Dock appears along the bottom of your screen with a selection of different Apps that let you watch movies, TV shows, listen to music, or get weather and news information all on demand. In addition to the providers listed above, new partners for 2010 include:
- blip.tv: Blip.tv is an online television network that hosts the best original shows on the Web; from scripted sitcoms and dramas to shows about fashion, technology, politics and more.
- CBS: The CBS Widget offers easy access to CBS schedule information, program metadata, previews and clips, cast photos and BIOS, and more.
- NBC: View NBC's show schedule, view full screen photo galleries and catch up on your favorite shows with up-to-date quick text recaps, cast BIOS, and more.
- CNBC: The CNBC widget allows you to interact with CNBC's real-time stock quotes direct from the NYSE and NASDAQ, real-time watchlists to track favorite stocks, and other key analytics.
- iMemories: Now all your old home movies, photos and slides can be watched directly on your VIZIO TV with iMemories. iMemories digitally converts and preserves all your favorite memories online, regardless of the original media format.
- Roxio CinemaNow: The Roxio CinemaNow platform enables you to instantly access a broad range of high-quality digital entertainment from your favorite consumer electronic devices.
- The Weather Channel: Get your weather forecast when you want it with the press of your remote. The Weather Channel Widget delivers current conditions, the 5-day forecast and more for your zip code and thousands more.
More Picture
6 Times the Picture Data on DVDs
See everything your HDTV can show you. Blu-ray Disc's Full HD 1080p resolution produces over 2 million pixels per frame to produce a razor-sharp picture with unmatched depth and clarity that takes full advantage of the capabilities of today's 1080p HDTVs. That's six times the picture data contained on DVDs, which are encoded at only 480p.
24p True Cinema Video Output
Most Hollywood movies are shot at 24 frames per second, and Blu-ray Disc movies are mastered at 24 frame per second, so it is only fitting that Blu-ray Disc players can output your films at 1080/24p for a true film-like experience at home. Blu-ray disc players can also output at 1080/60p for more traditional HDTV sets on the market. Either way, you covered for the best picture possible in Full 1080p.
Backwards compatible and Upscaling
All existing Blu-ray Disc players will play your standard DVD collection without a problem. And with built-in 1080p video upscaling, they'll look even better.
More Sound
This VIZIO Blu-ray player is compatible with Dolby TrueHD, Dolby's next-generation lossless technology developed for high-definition disc-based media. Dolby TrueHD delivers tantalizing sound that is bit-for-bit identical to the studio master, unlocking the true high-definition entertainment experience on next-generation discs. When coupled with high-definition video, Dolby TrueHD offers an unprecedented home theater experience that lets you enjoy sound as stunning as the high-definition picture.
- Delivers studio-master-quality sound that unlocks the true high-definition entertainment experience on next-generation discs
- Offers more discrete channels than ever before for impeccable surround sound
- Compatible with the A/V receivers and home-theaters-in-a-box (HTIBs) of today and tomorrow
*Requires Netflix Unlimited Subscription
** Requires VUDU account activation. More details available inside carton insert
****Separate use memory drive required
Customer Reviews
Most helpful customer reviews
53 of 55 people found the following review helpful.
By Damon Thompson
This unit is easy to setup for wireless and does play BR and DVDs without issue. There are however several misconceptions over what this unit does you may get from reading the Vizio website. This unit does not come with an HDMI cable like their website says (the box correctly says it does not). It also does not play any movies/video clips from the USB. The streaming newsfeeds are also text only. Most importantly the website recommends you should get their dual 2.4/5GHz router for best performance. This unit does not have a 5GHz radio so there is no reason to buy their router. The unit also has clunky controls compared to mainline brands. The unit doesn't respond to all commands and doesn't do things like close the disk tray when you push play. It also doesn't have resume play which I consider a necessity. Lack of TV controls on the remote are also a major oversight.
All my petty complaints aside the streaming Netflix does have a very nice picture when streaming HD. The buffer seems to be adequate to avoid interruptions. Netflix does drop out occasionally but I think this is Netflix's issue. I did have an issue when operating in 802.11b that it will not connect when positioned on top of my settop box. With 802.11n it does work even when racked. Your results may very on location but there is some interference from other electronics. Pandora operates without any problem and the sound is good over RCA cables.
For the price you have to commend Vizio for the features they deliver but I think it's necessary to point out the flaws which most likely came from rushing this product to market. This seems to be the new norm in american business.
21 of 21 people found the following review helpful.
By Rick Daniels
Very pleased with this player. Wireless connectivity works great, playback is fantastic, and a good variety of apps. Also pleasantly suprised with the great upconvert quality on standard DVDs (can be hit-or-miss for Blu Ray players)...had a couple others make this observation as well.
34 of 39 people found the following review helpful.
By Matt
I agree with the other notes that the item has potential, but certainly seems as though Vizio was a little too eager to get it out the door. Even worse is the little sister version of this (VBR200.)
Likes:
-Price
-Quality of Picture
-Streams Netflix
-Will stream Hulu Plus (per Hulu's website)
-Sleek Looking
-Touch controls
Dislikes:
-False Advertising. There is a lot of things Vizio kind of claims that it doesn't really have. It even suggests buying their dual band router, yet this doesn't even have 5ghz?!? So there IS NOT POINT! It's NOT DUAL BAND. ??
-This has got to be one of the noisiest drives I've ever heard. Seriously when it sucks the disk it I hear all sorts of crazy before the movie starts.
-The remote control is a POS! Serious a piece of $#!%! It feels so cheap and doesn't even have TV controls. I bought this BD along with a Vizio LCD thinking it'd be perfect for my bedroom. I still have to use dual remotes to get the job done. It also doesn't seem to work half the time when you press buttons. Feels like dead batteries but its the remote. It's a Vizio crappy remote thing too, my Vizio TV remote does the same thing.
-The included WiFi attachment is actually a small card that sticks out from the back and blinks very brightly. So much in fact it looks like a little strobe light behind my set up.
-BD Tray does not close when I click play.
-BD doesn't seem to resume play.
-BD Live is NOT included regardless of what their website says. It's false advertising. I spent nearly an hour on the phone with their tech support rep trying to figure out why it wouldn't work, yet the BD Live worked fine on the same disk with my PS3. He finally informed me that "it must be an issue with the BD Live server" so I responded, "but why does it work right now on my PS3", to which he replied "ummmm, they have different servers." He also put me on hold over and over for very long periods of time. Since my player didn't come with a manual (although new in box direct from amazon.com - not a marketplace seller) I couldn't do any trouble shooting myself. Did a little google search and discovered I was one of many who had this issue and it's because they don't include any sort of flash RAM inside. You need to actually stick your own USB Flash drive into the front if you want to use any BD Live features. This may also be why it doesn't save progress?!? MAJOR MISS on the part of Vizio!
-My HDMI input fried after 2 days and I'm currently waiting for Amazon to send me a replacement. I called the Vizio tech support group and they were about as much help this time as they were the first time. Remember my previous line about spending an hour with the BD Live issue?! This time they couldn't even find any record that the call ever took place or my information. The guy recorded nothing! Apparently Vizio has a cheapo HDMI connector that fails a lot of their TV's so this is probably the same issue. I asked the guy if he's seen this before and he responded "ummm, well..., not on this bluray player."
-Internet Apps are not exactly what's advertised. Netflix is the same, but the others (facebook, twitter, etc.) are really just part of Vudo. And they're clunky has h311! Not a Vizio issue, but since they advertise it, I'm counting it as part of my review.
This review may be a bit premature since I'm really waiting for a model to work more than 24 hours but overall, I'd rate this as "fair." If I was purchasing again I'd probably get the Samsung BD-C6500 1080p Blu-ray Disc Player. In fact, it's pretty likely I'll just toss down the extra $40 and get that anyway since it has onboard memory and people don't seem to have the issues as they do with Cheezio. It's a shame too, I had high hopes for their stuff since I'm getting a new large 3D TV in the fall. They're definitely out of the running!
UPDATE: I returned the second one I received without even opening it. I decided to get the Samsung BD-C6800 1080p Blu-ray Disc Player. It was $50 more but light years ahead of the Vizio in regards to performance and features.
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