Sony 4K players discussion thread: tips and info

[mikeyip]

Actually can.  The first few CSO said the same thing to me until the 5th or 6th CSO waived it off for me.

 

Sometimes depends on the CSOs you talk to...some go strictly by the book while others are more helpful/flexible. The CSOs you spoke with are right in that there is a size and weight constraint in order for an item to qualify for free shipping to SG.

 

But when I ordered my set, it was clearly stated on the item page that it qualifies for Free Intnl Shipping to SG (why...I dun know nor care :P). And when I highlighted it to the CSO (sent him the pdt link during the chat), he honoured it & removed the shipping charge after I placed the order (all done while he was still online with me during the chat).

 

Unfortunately the Free Intnl Shipping to SG line is no longer on the X800 page...either because Amazon realised the mistake and removed it OR because the item is OOS so it cannot be reflected as such. Hence the size/weight constraint applies but if you are persistant enough, 1 of the CSOs you chat with might finally relent (as in the case of bro strike55 I quoted abv).

 

Anyway here is a link to the Sony UBPX1000ES 4K Player just to show the free intnl shipping to SG line that was reflected in the X800 page previously.

 

 

I referenced the product page where it mentioned free shipping and got my shipping waived.

 

However, I also now see that Amazon has updated the product page to indicate a shipping cost. Still a good price for a Sony 4K player even with shipping.

 

 

Anyway, I just pull the trigger and ordered it this morning. It seem the last CSO which I had talk to, had issue me a $10.00 off coupon.

 

Order Summary

Item(s) Subtotal: $185.50 (SONY X800 + 4 pcs HDMI 4K Cables + Travel Smart 50-Watt International Transformer)

Shipping & Handling: $33.51

Courtesy Credit: -$10.00

Total before tax: $209.01

Estimated tax to be collected: $0.00

Grand Total: $209.01

 

I wasn't aware Amazon has pull out the FSSG for all items today, but I'm sure the shipping charges is the same amount when I place the order last night. Really count myself lucky...

 

[jdc115]

Maybe this is why the free shipping option is going away, they want you to sign up for Prime Singapore:

 

http://www.todayonline.com/singapore/amazon-prime-service-makes-debut-singapore?cid=emarsys-today_TODAY%27s%20morning%20briefing%20for%20Dec%206,%202017%20%28ACTIVE%29_newsletter_06122017_today

 

So now, the Prime membership will give customers access to more than five million products listed on Amazon's site in the United States. Customers who make orders above S$60 using the Prime Now app will not have to pay global shipping fees.

 

The free two-hour delivery on orders over S$40, between 10am and 10pm daily via the Prime Now app, will also apply to Prime members.

 

These services would be sought now that the American retailer has ended its Free AmazonGlobal Saver Shipping service to Singapore. Customers used to get free global shipping for orders above US$125 (S$168).

 

 

[lcheetec]

I pulled the trigger on a couple of transformers, PowerPac, quite reasonable, from the DIY store basement of Tampines One.

 

Played several Netflix movies last night, plus Lone Survivor. All went went, transformer only slightly warm, despite the output being 110v (and the Sony being 120v).

 

Other thing is, also disabled the Child-Lock. Great feature, but baffling that default is enabled.

 

Going to kiss Free Amazon shipping. Just after the Sony, I also bought an Emotiva BasX Pt-100 preamp. This one, according to both Amazon and the Emotiva website, is dual voltage.

 

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[trickle]

Does anyone know if there is anyone who provides bluray region mod service for the X800 so that it can play blu-ray discs from other regions (B and C)?

[stereoman2]

Need to check as some VPN(s) do work with Netflix etc

[kickers]

Got my UBP x800 few days ago from Amazon for $149 with free shipping, didn’t have time to try it out till yesterday, and it sure does take in 220v.

[petetherock]

Got my UBP x800 few days ago from Amazon for $149 with free shipping, didn’t have time to try it out till yesterday, and it sure does take in 220v.

Hey bro, are you saying that you plugged it into our sockets without a transformer?

Sounds exciting man..

[petetherock]

Does anyone know if there is anyone who provides bluray region mod service for the X800 so that it can play blu-ray discs from other regions (B and C)?

You can buy a region free version online for about 350 USD. Go and search for it.

There is No software mod. It's in the player, so if you own one already, you will have to sell yours and buy from that store..

[kickers]

Hey bro, are you saying that you plugged it into our sockets without a transformer?

Sounds exciting man..

 

 

Yup, without transformer.

[jigster]

Is the universal X800 this one you are refering to?

SONY X800 2K/4K UHD - 2D/3D - Wi-Fi 2.4/5.0 Ghz - Clear Audio - Multi System All Region Blu Ray Disc DVD Player 100-240V 50/60Hz Auto https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01JGXQ0SM/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_eyDnAbPHA6101

 

You can buy a region free version online for about 350 USD. Go and search for it.

There is No software mod. It's in the player, so if you own one already, you will have to sell yours and buy from that store..

[petetherock]

That's one source. If you google, there are many non amazon sources.

Just pick one that ships.

Or keep a separate region free player like the "Laser" brand from Oz.

[jigster]

Although the title says X800, the product description is of the older model UHP-H1.. i find that very misleading

[trickle]

Got my UBP x800 few days ago from Amazon for $149 with free shipping, didn’t have time to try it out till yesterday, and it sure does take in 220v.

 

Mine should be arriving in a couple of days. Gonna try that too.

[petetherock]

It's back to US 149. Even with shipping costs it's cheap. Esp since we don't need that transformer..

[petetherock]

Nice post of the internal bits:

http://www.avsforum.com/forum/149-blu-ray-players/2762609-official-sony-ubp-x800-owners-thread-no-price-talk-213.html#post55336014

[DJQ]

http://www.avsforum.com/forum/149-blu-ray-players/2762609-official-sony-ubp-x800-owners-thread-no-price-talk-213.html#post55336014

 

see picture number 5. i see 250V 15A on the Power supply board.  ;D

tonight i going try plug direct into my Sine mega6 US socket power distributer.

[n3wk1d]

Thank you and please let us know if it's really work on 240v.

 

http://www.avsforum.com/forum/149-blu-ray-players/2762609-official-sony-ubp-x800-owners-thread-no-price-talk-213.html#post55336014

 

see picture number 5. i see 250V 15A on the Power supply board.  ;D

tonight i going try plug direct into my Sine mega6 US socket power distributer.

[deadrick]

Anyone facing stucked image or green line like many bad reviews in amazon? Too many bad reviews I don't dare in case gotten a lemon set.

 

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[petetherock]

Thank you and please let us know if it's really work on 240v.

 

See this post:

http://www.avsforum.com/forum/149-blu-ray-players/2762609-official-sony-ubp-x800-owners-thread-no-price-talk-213.html#post55339534

[Audio]

Mine went into the 220VAC socket as well...still alive....

 

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[chainsdb]

so confirm no need to convert power?

[David88]

Hi, anyone selling Sony u-x800 4K uhd player, please contact David 97503128. Thanks

[jigster]

Also Amazon unit?

 

Mine went into the 220VAC socket as well...still alive....

 

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[Audio]

Also Amazon unit?

 

 

My unit is from Walmart at US$299.

 

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[petetherock]

Unless someone from Sony Singapore or USA reports in, no one can guarantee that it's a universal voltage unit. But given all the positive anecdotal reports, it's good news.

Pity that it doesn't do DV, otherwise it's a solid unit.