TopTenReviews Editor's Review:
The Panasonic DMP-BD30K is a great blu-ray player complete with SD card slot and precision digital audio and video performance. Blu-ray brings breathtaking full high definition (HD) video and sound with even more functional features that a standard DVD. With the DMP-BD30K you can enjoy all the benefits of Blu-ray technology, and more.
One of the outstanding features include UniPhier® precision technology, which facilitates high-quality images in 1080p format, as well as further improving the picture with diagonal processing. You will also enjoy high-caliber sound with Dolby® TrueHD and DTS-HD™. Another unique feature is the SD card slot which means you can easily enjoy your home videos and digital photos in high-definition and in 1920x1080 resolution.
One downside of note was that some users and experts struggled with software updates. Since the player does not connect through Ethernet, updates must be downloaded from the internet, burnt to CD, and then loaded on the Blu-ray deck. However, the process is set up exclusively for Windows. Another common complaint is that the remote is far from intuitive.Both expert and user reviewers appreciate the Panasonic DMP-BD30K and all it has to offer. Recognized as the first Blu-ray player to support Profile 1.1, this deck will allow picture-in-picture commentary, audio mixing, and other interactive content not available with standard players. Reviewers also found that the DMP-BD30K by Panasonic has much faster load times than the competition.
The DMP-BD30K from Panasonic is a high-performance Blu-ray player with the latest in audio and video optimizing technology. While several of the added benefits require extra peripherals (specialized speakers, AVCHD camcorder), this Blu-ray player has advantages right out of the box that are worth considering. Whether you’ve been holding out on high-def because you couldn’t choose between HD-DVD or Blu-ray, or you want the latest Blu-ray has to offer, Panasonic’s DMP-BD30K is a great option to seriously consider.
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