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It truly depends on the BRDVD player in question. Blue-Ray and DVD use different light wavelength for their lasers, and are not directly compatible (DVD and HD-DVD are). There are a few "dual-head" players that provide two laser sources, and hence can play both Blue-Ray and DVD/HDDVD discs. But, like I said, it depends on the player if it supports that functionality.
It isn't that uncommon, though. On the PC market for example, 'combo' devices that combine DVD-burning abilities with Blu-Ray playback have existed for some time.
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∙ 13y ago
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∙ 13y agoBluray players will play DVDs as well as Bluray discs. In most cases, a DVD will be up-converted to an HD format by the player. Although this means that the output will be an HD signal, it doesn't mean that the quality will be HD. Up-converting SD material does not increase the effective resolution so don't expect DVDs to look like Bluray content.
Most Bluray players will also play CDs and discs containing MP3 music but if these are important, it's worth checking the specification of a player before buying.
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∙ 13y agoNo.
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Can dvds play on Blu-ray players?
No they only Play Blu-Ray discs they do not record on a blank Blue-Ray disc. Most if not all will also play and upscale DVDs to near HD quality. Some have the ability to connect to the internet and provide additional services. Many are now being sold as part of a Home theater system unit that includes the Blue-ray player.
Does Blu-ray improve quality of regular dvds?
If you play a regular DVD on a Blueray machine, you will only get the quality of the original DVD. There is not enough information stored on the disc to do otherwise.
Can all PlayStation or PlayStation2 console play DVDs?
Yes all PS2s can play DVDs so can the PS3, but they can not play all DVDs from any area or format. No DVD Player can do that. Playstation can not play a DVD because it has only a CD and is not DVD capable any more than a CD player can Play DVDs some playstation2 can play DVDs and some can not .it depends on the area
Are VCRs normal or inferior goods?
With the advent of DVDs and now Blueray, VCRs seem to be an antiquated item
Can a PS3 play both Blu-ray and DVD discs?
I am not sure about the Region 8, but it CAN play Blueray and DvD's, this is why most people buy them, it is basically like a 1,000 dollar DVD player for around 400
Can you read blueray in DVD?
No. DVD players don't have the technology to play Blue-Ray disk. However, Blue-Ray players can play DVDs, so you don't have to replace your whole movie collection when you upgrade your machine.
What device play in DVD player?
CDs and DVDs.
Can Mac OS play DVDs?
Yes. But you need a Blue Ray player and software to play Blue Ray DVDs on a Mac.
Will a Blu-ray play on a DVD Player?
No. A blue ray disc has a blueray laser to read the HD disc. Also a blueray player needs a spinning reader to read the blueray disc. The spinning reader is also what is used to read DVD's and therefore will read DVD's. A DVD player does not need a blueray laser because the disc can be read without one. If you want a movie in HD but you don't want to buy a whole new player, you can buy a HDVD (HD DVD).A normal DVD player will read that.
Will a blu ray player play standard DVDs?
usually it will play, but not for all.
Can you play DVDs from other regions in your blu-ray player?
No
Does the av8012 eclipse in dash CD player play dvds?
no
