kbfern
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Yes usually.
Up to you I guess, I mean mine and plenty of others work just fine. I'm now thinking of getting the Oppo when it's released though.Ok just got confirmation of a full refund for my faulty player
Now left with a choice, do I try a second k8500 or get the ub700?
I'm worried about getting the same problem again, but its MUCH better value for money.
Thoughts?
New firmware just rolled over: 1009
Mine actually rejected all discs I was feeding it until I turned it off/on, after the update was completedYup. Mine automatically 'upgraded' from version 2008 to 2009.
Have no idea what the upgrade did though - nothing seems to have changed.
Just updated mine too..Not tried a blu yet, but watching TWD season 5 on Amazon prime and looks good in HDWow, PQ looks improved since recent update! Watching Ant- Man on blurau and higher contrast ratio making things look 3D like!
Try a bluray you are familiar withJust updated mine too..Not tried a blu yet, but watching TWD season 5 on Amazon prime and looks good in HD
I just ordered a remote from eBay that's supposed to be pretty decent. And it's only a few quid. I can post a link tomorrow if you'd like.
EDIT: never mind, here's the link.
Found a good guide to player settings
Samsung UBD-K8500 UHD player Troubleshooting Tips
Thought as much, but have been sitting on the fence until today - the RGBDirect deal tipped it for me!