- Blu-ray Disc player for 1080p HD video output and 7.1 channel surround sound
- VIZIO Internet Apps (VIA) allows you to stream video and audio from Netflix, VUDU and Pandora
- Connect to the Internet via Wireless-N Wi-Fi and wired Ethernet networking for access to BD-LIVE and VIA
- USB port for plugging in an external drive for viewing photos and listening to MP3 audio
- Outputs: 1 HDMI, 1 component, 1 composite, 1 USB, 1 Ethernet, 1 optical and 1 coaxial digital audio
The VIZIO VBR200W 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. Plays Blu-ray and DVD discs, audio CDs, MP3 and JPEG files. The VBR200W 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 VUDU, Netflix, Pandora Internet Radio, Twitter, Facebook, Flickr, Picasa, Associated Press and The New York Times. Also get 3 free HD movie rentals on VUDU, the online service that delivers 1080p HD movies!Delivering the highest resolution 1080p high definition video playback, the VIZIO VBR200W Blu-ray Disc player also provides HD 7.1 channel audio in lossless high-resolution Dolby TrueHD and DTS-HD Master Audio formats. It’s packaged in a sleek design with an illuminated touch panel that disappears when the player is off, and it includes an easy-to-use, intuitive remote control.
In addition to 1080p HD video from Blu-ray Discs, the VBR200W can stream video and audio content from Netflix, VUDU and Pandora thanks to VIZIO Internet Apps (see larger image). |
In addition to extraordinary picture quality, the VBR200W keeps you entertained with the included VIZIO Internet Apps (VIA) feature. You can connect this VIZIO Blu-ray player to the Internet via the built-in Wireless-N Wi-Fi (802.11b/g/n) or Ethernet port. Once connected, you’ll be able to access BD-LIVE online content from various movie studios, stream movies and TV shows via Netflix and VUDU, listen to streaming music from Pandora.
The VBR200W’s includes built-in wireless-N wi-fi, an Ethernet port for accessing the Internet and a USB port for connecting an external drive. |
Your current collection of DVDs can join in on the fun, too, as the VBR200W is compatible and will upconvert DVDs to a higher resolution that better fits your screen. It does not come with an HDMI cable, it only has a composite cable (red, white, yellow). It’s also compatible with recordable DVDs and MP3 CDs, and its USB port allows viewing of photos or videos as well as listening to music through the television by using a thumb drive.
Specifications
- Supported Resolutions:
- Blu-ray Disc resolutions of 1080p (HDMI) / 1080i / 720p / 480i / 480p (HDMI / Component Out)
- DVD, DVD-R, DVD-RW selectable resolutions of 1080p (HDMI) / 1080i / 720p / 480i / 480p (HDMI / Component Out)
- Audio: CD, CD-R, CD-RW, MP3, WMA support; 7.1 Digital Audio via HDMI
- Dolby: Dolby Digital / Dolby Digital Plus / Dolby Digital TrueHD
- DTS: DTS Digital Surround / DTS HD Advanced Digital Out
- BD Live: BD Live 2.0, BD Live 1.1
- Content Partners: Netflix, Pandora, Vudu
- Networking: 802.11n, Ethernet (10/100Mbps)
- Ports: USB 2.0, HDMI 1.3, Component Video, Composite Video, stereo audio, optical digital audio, coaxial digital audio, Ethernet
- Media Support: Media playback through USB port for JPG and MP3
- OSD Language Options: English, Spanish, French
Rating: 
(out of 51 reviews)
List Price: $ 189.99
Price: $ 289.99
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June 11, 2010
#1
Review by G. Ng
Rating:
Great player, very happy.
PRO’s:
1. Very easy to set up – plug it in and it works
2. Pandora is awesome! I had to go with a wired connection as the wifi would drop out now and then (I have the same problem with my Apple TV so it’s not the unit) but once I went wired it was perfect. I have ATT Uverse and they gave me for free the ethernet plug ins that turn your interior electric cable into a wired connection. Also, when you stream Pandora you do not have commercials like you do on the computer.
3. Netflix streaming is pretty cool, though the image quality is about as good as an analog TV station. But it’s free “all you can eat” movies so who’s to complain?
4. The sound is incredible on movies. It sends the signal in PCM format to my Pioneer VSX 1019 and the sound is so powerful I actually had to put the amp on Auto Level Control because the explosions and such were so lifelike. Even my wife, who could care less, commented that the sound was a major improvement from my DVD player.
5. Picture quality is Blu Ray – you set the player to HDMI Auto and it automatically gives you the best picture quality and aspect ratio based on the disc. You can also pick your own resolution.
6. Interface on the screen is pretty easy – when it turns on you can choose between Pandora, VUDU, Nexflix, or Disc (as well as setup, etc). Intuitive interface.
CON’s
1. Batteries were dead!
2. No HDMI cable as advertised on Amazon, but the box states you only get regular cables so it’s an Amazon issue.
3. Logitech Harmony universal remote doesn’t recognize this unit yet so you will need the included remote to navigate. Harmony does the basics but is missing a critical “go back” button so once you are in an app (ie Pandora) you cannot return to the main menu without the main remote. I’m sure this will be fixed by Logitech.
CONCLUSION: I love it!
June 11, 2010
#2
Review by Brad A. Lane
Rating:
The Player was easy to set up. Blu-Ray disks load quick. Wireless networking was quick and easy to set up as well. I have not played with the apps much yet. I am disappointed that it did not come with am HDMI cable as it states in the description. I was also hoping for a QWERTY keyboard like the VIA enableed VIZIO TV’s Come with. Over all so far i am happy with the product.
June 11, 2010
#3
Review by Tanner
Rating:
I found my player at walmart, but wanted to include my review since I’ve read so many negative reviews here.
positives:
+ player is easy to setup and had it connected to my wifi within minutes. All internet apps work great. Netflix loads/streams fast, VUDU is great for movies ($5.99 per movie is a bit much though), and Pandora radio is awesome. No lag and all streamed perfect.
+ the player looks nice and has a nice touch panel on the front of the player. Feels like it is built out of strong material.
+ Now for the most important factor, blu-ray/dvd movie quality. Blu-rays look fantastic on this player in 1080p. Did not find any issues with the video quality. When powered on the player will load what ever is currently in the player. This takes only about 30-45 seconds (if not less) to get into the blu-ray and start playing it. Standard DVDs are also upconverted to 1080p format. I tried out a few DVD movies (LOTR trilogy, Iron Man, and The Little Mermaid). All looked great and were a definite bump up in quality from my standard upconverting dvd player. Have not had any problems with Blu-ray or DVDs.
+ The audio plays through my Onkyo TX-SR607 receiver at outputs 5.1 surround sound. From what I can hear it all sounds superb.
+ The Vizio menu is easy to navigate and has a lot of additional setup options. I have not really reviewed much apart from the default settings.
negatives:
- The remote. Not sure what it is but I sometimes have to push a button 2-3 times for it register. Not sure if it’s the remote or the sensor on the blu-ray player. It’s big and clunky. I would have given the player a 5/5 star rating if the remote was better.
- usb port is located on the back of the player.
Overall I think this is a great player. If people are having troubles with the wifi connection I wouldn’t fault Vizio for this. If you are looking for an affordable blu-ray player that has internet apps this is a great choice.
June 11, 2010
#4
Review by Everett
Rating:
I ordered this player on March 23rd and it arrived to my house on March 26th.
Took about 5 minutes to set up. I dont like the remote control at all, thats
my only complaint so far. Found my network, connected immediately. Within a few
minutes i was streaming Netflix. That evening, I ordered a movie from VUDU and the
picture was incredible. Next night, ordered another VUDU movie and again, no issues
at all.
Sorry to hear that so many people are having issues with this player. Like I said,
so far, its working great.
June 11, 2010
#5
Review by Robert L. Molfese
Rating:
Sleek looking and an excellent buy. It would have been great to have had more apps like Amazon and Blockbusters. Like the wi-fi. The remote control is not laid out well: No back light. Print not easy to read. Control buttons are confusing and some are set too close to each other, making interference or wrong choices inevitable. Some of the actions (play, pause etc. are slow to react. Easy to connect to other equipment. Picture quality is good. Plays almost anything you put in it. If it had more apps, I’d buy another.