D-Link DSM-520 Expert Reviews

The D-Link MediaLounge DSM-520 digital media receiver is a follow-up to the company's DSM-320, which was released in early 2005. Both models wirelessly stream video, image, and audio files from a PC to a home-theater system, but unlike its standard ...

Easy network setup, Great audio-streaming options

Blocky standard-definition video, Buggy video setup

The DSM-520 delivers great sound. Standard-definition video, however, was sometimes a little blocky.

The D-Link MediaLounge streams high-quality video, audio, and pictures but doesn't have the wireless speed for true HD.

Streams DVD-quality video Excellent music playback options • Quick configuration with Windows Connect

Trouble streaming high-definition video Can't download or stream videos directly from Web

- The DSM-520 is entering a pretty crowded sector of the entertainment technology marketplace, namely that of putting high definition video content on to your television in your living room, bedroom or wherever else you might want that HD to be.

Looks, versatility, ease of use

HD streaming via wireless not as smooth as it could be

Another media streaming device competing for your high definition cash. But should you splash it on the DSM-520?

D-Link's DSM-520 Wireless HD Player provides exceptionally beautiful sound. It also comes through with a wide selection of music-listening choices.

D-Link's DSM-520 Wireless HD Player provides exceptionally beautiful sound. It also comes through with a wide selection of music-listening choices and excellent printed manual.

The fight for supremacy in the digital entertainment market is likely to be a three-way battle to support upcoming and established forms of digital media. In one corner you have High Definition formats such as Blu-ray ...

The DSM-520 is a vast improvement over past offerings in this series, particularly in streaming video content. There are still some niggling issues with playback, and as such it's better suited to occasional use or as an accompaniment to a more ...

Wirelessly stream digital media from your computer to a home cinema setup

Flawless audio and photo streaming, Flawless audio and photo streaming, Improved video playback, Wide range of connectivity and support

Still the occasional glitch with the wireless connection, Still the occasional glitch with the wireless connection, Limited internal codec support

The D-Link DSM-520 isn't 100 per cent glitch free, but it's one of the best around at the moment. If you're looking to add some versatility to your wireless setup this would be a worthy addition. 

Equally adept at streaming audio, photos, and HD video, the D-Link MediaLounge DSM-520 offers a winning combination of impressive features and performance at an affordable price.

Streams HD video, still images and audio from networked PCs and USB-connected drives ; plays back DRM-protected media and supports Internet radio services ; extensive connectivity including WiFi-G wireless networking, HDMI and digital audio outputs

A clunky file-search function mars an otherwise solid onscreen interface and straightforward setup options

As this review is based on the US version of the DSM-520, specifications may vary slightly from the set available in Asia

The media gateway will be barely noticeable thin line between the audio and video components to your television. The unit has an HDMI output and can wirelessly or via a cable connected .

The DSM-520 packed with HDMI and high definition video, but its shortcomings are a fun great use in the road.