Bought a Sony HD LCD EX 500.could not play HD movies directly from storage media.had difficulties even when playing through my laptop.bought a WD HD media player(app 6500) to play HD movies.now can play HD content from any storage media(USB, external hard drive, laptop) without any jerk, lag in audio-video.
Its a fantastic product.
1. it can literally play all the formats(mkv, vob) even read subtitles(srt) with ease.
2. upscales 720p content to 1080p
3. supports HD content upto 1080p
4. has 1 HDMI
5. light weight(weighs around 400g)
6. firmware updates easy to download and install
7. plug&play support
8. DTS support
drawbacks are:
1. no storage
2. only standard A/V composite cables in box, no HDMI cables
3. USB at the rear too close to connectors
superb product, will pair with any LCD tv with ease