Excellent video quality using HDMI highdefinition output with Bluray Discs and HDDVDs, Very good upscaling capability with standard DVD playback via HDMI output, Fast startup time when compared to other Bluray Disc or HDDVD players, Easy to set up and use...
Cannot access iHD content and menu functions available on HDDVD discs, Cannot play standard Audio CDs. No SACD or DVDAudio Compatibility, Cannot play BDR/RE discs, Defaulted to 1080i HDMI output setting, even though test monitor used was 1080p input cap...
The BH100, is a good first step towards solving the differences between Blu-ray and HD-DVD. However, the BH100 it is not a pancea that will make everyone involved in the Blu-ray/HD-DVD landscape breathe a sigh of relief. The BH-100 is essentially a Blu...
We guess it's possible to see a small ray of hope in the BH100. After all, it certainly proves that a combi player can deliver good quality video playback from both next-gen formats.However, that ray of hope applies to future products only. For as it stan...
The first dual format Blu-ray and HD DVD player, stunning picture quality, HDMI upscaling
Lacks support for high definition audio soundtracks, cant play audio CDs, no support for high resolution audio formats; no support for HDi interactive features
On the face of it, a DVD player that plays supports both Blu-ray and HD DVD formats such as the LG BH100 should resolve all the fears about which high definition format is likely to lose the format war and become obsolete within a few years. Since the...
Plays back both HD DVDs and Blu-ray Discs
1080p screen resolution (in Blu-Ray and HD DVD playback)
Easy to use
Simplified remote
Does not have full HD DVD interactive menus and interoperability
HDMI version 1.2a, not HDMI version 1.3
Pricey
No 1080p upconversion
Poor backlight on remote
LG has come under fire for its introduction of the dual-format high-definition optical disc player. Apparently, some folks are not happy that the player does not include all of the interactive features of a full-blown HD DVD player. I just dont get it...
Plays HD DVD and Blu-ray movies. Supports 1080p24 output via HDMI. Useful and well-crafted on-screen display.
Does not support interactive/online/graphical HD DVD features. Remote is missing a basic HD DVD navigation-control feature. Remotes backlight is essentially useless. No 1080p upconversion. No support for 1080p60 output.
LG delivers the first set-top player that supports HD DVD and Blu-ray movies. But the BH100s HD DVD support is limited to basic playback, as it lacks the formats interactive and online capabilities as well as support for enhanced menu features....
Abstract: If, like me, youre not too thrilled about the current format war, youll be happy to know about the LG BH100 Blu-ray Disc and HD DVD player, a $1,200 combo model that can handle both formats. The company calls its unique, peacemaking machine Super Mul...
Published: 2007-03-29, Author: Matthew , review by: cnet.com
Plays back both HD DVD and Blu-ray discs; excellent image quality on both high-def disc formats; attractive design with touch-sensitive buttons; excellent remote; quick response during scans and chapter skips.
Expensive; no CD playback; subpar support for new surround soundtracks; does not support HDi interactive features of HD DVDs; only a few TVs cant accept its type of 1080p output; upscaling of DVDs is a step below competitors; load times are somewhat s...
The LG BH100 can play back both HD DVD and Blu-ray discs with excellent image quality, but a variety of quirks and missing features limits its appeal.
