can you play blu-ray on dvd player

Blu-ray will only play on Blu-ray specific drives and players. You cannot play a Blu-ray disc on a DVD or CD player. However, there are several brands of Blu-ray disc players and many new PC's are coming with Blu-ray drives installed.

1. What happens if you put a Blu-Ray in a DVD player?
2. Why won't my Blu-Ray player play DVDs?
3. Is there a DVD and Blu-Ray player combo?
4. Is there a big difference between DVD and Blu-Ray?
5. Should I buy a DVD or Blu-Ray?
6. Is blu-ray worth it over DVD?
7. Why is my Blu-Ray player not reading blu ray discs?
8. Do Blu-Ray players need to be updated?
9. Why do some DVDs not play in my player?
10. How much does a Blu-Ray DVD player cost?
11. What is the best inexpensive Blu-Ray player?
12. Why do they sell Blu-Ray DVD combos?

What happens if you put a Blu-Ray in a DVD player?

Originally Answered: What happens if a blu-ray disc is played on a DVD player? You'll get an error on the screen telling you the DVD player cannot read the disc. Blu-Ray is written with a certain color and type of laser that if you tried to read with a DVD laser, you'd just get back garbage.

Why won't my Blu-Ray player play DVDs?

The most common reason for discs not loading is that the firmware needs updating for the new features on the disc. Updates for the Blu-Ray players can be found on our Global Support site.

Is there a DVD and Blu-Ray player combo?

LG BH200 Super Blu Blu-Ray HD DVD Combo Player.

Is there a big difference between DVD and Blu-Ray?

The biggest difference is in the capacity of the discs. Blu-ray boasts up to 25 GB on single-layer discs and 50 GB on double-layer discs, with HD DVD at 15 GB and 30 GB. ... Both HD DVD and Blu-ray players are backward compatible with older DVDs, and both can upconvert regular DVDs for viewing on an HDTV.

Should I buy a DVD or Blu-Ray?

Blu-Ray Quality Is Still Better Than Streaming

By now, most people recognize DVD as a low-resolution format. The highest resolution achieved on DVD is only 480p—less than your average YouTube video. ... If you're obsessed with quality, though, you should pick up a Blu-ray player.

Is blu-ray worth it over DVD?

Well, the facts are in, and the verdict is: Yes, Blu-Ray is better than DVDs. It's better than streaming, too, providing cleaner, crisper imaging, more room for movie "extras," and overall a much-improved movie-viewing experience.

Why is my Blu-Ray player not reading blu ray discs?

The Blu-ray disc tray may be damaged – If you have an ejectable disc tray, eject your disc and take care to observe any slow opening, wobbles, or misalignment. Try reseating the disc. Blu-ray cables may be loose – A loose connection or incorrect connection will prevent the video from being displayed.

Do Blu-Ray players need to be updated?

Unlike DVDs that just contain a Movie and a Title, Blu-ray discs have many added features with advanced coding that some players may not be able to read. If new discs have an unrecognizable code the disc will fail to read, and the Blu-ray Player will need a firmware update.

Why do some DVDs not play in my player?

A video burned to a DVD must be burned in a specific way. A WMV or AVI movie file burned to a disc will usually not play in most players unless it is converted to another format first. Special programs exist that convert video files to the right format before they are burned so most players can play them.

How much does a Blu-Ray DVD player cost?

Standard Blu-ray players often cost less than $100, and most models now include the ability to stream from several widely used online services, such as Amazon, Hulu, and Netflix.

What is the best inexpensive Blu-Ray player?

The best Blu-ray players at a glance

• The best Blu-ray player overall: Sony UBP-X700.
• The best Blu-ray player for music: Sony UBP-X800M2.
• The best budget Ultra HD Blu-ray player: LG UBKM9.
• The most fun Blu-ray player: Microsoft Xbox One S.
• The best 4K upscaling Blu-ray player: Sony BDP-S6700.

Why do they sell Blu-Ray DVD combos?

A Blu-ray/DVD combo pack is meant for consumers who wish to be able to watch a movie on every device they have when they purchase it. Many people now have Blu-ray players in their living room (or with their main television), but quite a bit less have one with every TV in their home.