Panasonic Expands on Award-Winning Devices with 2013 Blu-ray Disc™
Player Lineup, Focusing on High-Quality Picture, Sound, Design and
Smart Networking
LAS VEGAS, Jan. 7, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Panasonic, a major
developer and contributor to the success of the Blu-ray format,
today introduced an expanded Blu-ray Disc Player lineup with two
new Full HD 3D models – the DMP-BDT330, DMP-BDT230,
and two 2D Blu-ray Disc Players – the DMP-BD89 and
DMP-BD79.
Additionally, Panasonic maintains the successes of FULL HD 3D
2012 models – the DMP-BDT500 and
DMP-BBT01. All four of the 3D-capable models include
Panasonic's proprietary IPTV platform, VIERA Connect1,
while the 2D models feature IP VOD, a service that offers a
limited, though targeted, selection of such sites as Netflix,
HuluPlus, Amazon Instant Video, Vudu, CinemaNow and YouTube.
"Panasonic is committed to the best in-home entertainment and
this year's Blu-ray Players are at the forefront of design,
performance and green technology," said Alex Fried, Product Manager, Panasonic Consumer
Marketing Company of North
America. "With new features including expanded VIERA Connect
applications, seamless web browsing and display mirroring allowing
interaction with a tablet or smartphone, Panasonic continues to
create products with the needs of today's consumer
top-of-mind."
A new feature, Display Mirroring, takes into account the
increased smartphone and tablet use while viewing programming on
your TV. Now simply with a flick of the hand, users can take
content on their smartphone or tablet (Android 4.2) operating
system or higher) and view the same images, videos or games on a
large screen to share with family and friends. Display
Mirroring is available on the BDT330
as well as the BDT230.
Panasonic's reputation for creating quality video products is on
high display with the entire line of 2013 home entertainment
products, specifically the BDT230,
the direct successor to the 2012 CEA Innovation award-winning and
critically acclaimed BDT220. The
BDT220 features built-in Wi-Fi, 2D-3D
conversion, a web browser with pointer cursor, and Panasonic's
proprietary IPTV platform, VIERA Connect.
All 2013 Blu-ray Disc Players include built-in Wi-Fi with the
exception of the BD79 which is wireless-ready, enabling users to
access additional content and services through the internet without
the need to tether your device.
Panasonic's line of Blu-ray Players also features high-quality
network audio (DLNA compatible) as well as 192kHz/32bit Audio DAC
on the 3D-capable models (BDT500) and
built-in 4K up-scaling (BDT330). Additionally the BDT500, BBT01, BDT330 and BDT230
feature 2D-3D conversion for any content and the BDT500 and BDT330
models also include twin HDMI ports.
In addition to Panasonic's recognized commitment to the highest
audio and video standards, the 2013 devices all were created with a
focus on design. Matching some of the design innovations seen
with VIERA televisions, these new slim and sleek players match the
decor in any home. Featuring sharp angles to take up less
surface area, the compact main unit includes cardboard cushions to
prevent any damage to furniture.
As with all of Panasonic's products, environmental stewardship
and specific energy- reducing technologies are brought into the
2013 line of Blu-ray Players to give the consumer the best at-home
viewing experience without sacrificing performance.
The two new 3D-capable Blu-ray models include Miracast – a
display mirroring feature which enables users to transfer their own
photos and videos captured on Smartphone and Tablet devices to
their HDTV screen with the swipe of a finger. The 3D-capable
Blu-ray models also feature a Web Browser with pointer cursor for
easy maneuvering, while all models in the 2013 lineup also feature
external HDD Playback and personalized menu options on the Blu-ray
lineup.
The Panasonic 2013 Blu-ray Players will be available in February
2013. They will be on display at the Panasonic booth #9406 at
the 2013 International CES at the Las
Vegas Convention Center from January
8, 2013 through January 11,
2013.
About Panasonic Consumer Marketing Company of North America
Based in Secaucus, N.J.,
Panasonic Consumer Marketing Company of North America, a Division of Panasonic
Corporation of North America, the
principal North American Subsidiary of Panasonic Corporation (NYSE:
PC) and the hub of Panasonic's U.S. marketing, sales, service and
R&D operations, offers a wide-range of consumer solutions in
the U.S. and Canada. The Company's
portfolio of innovative consumer products ranges from VIERA Full HD
3D Televisions, Blu-ray players, LUMIX Digital Cameras, Camcorders,
Home Audio, Cordless Phones, Home Appliances, Wellness and Personal
Care products and more.
Panasonic is pledged to practice prudent, sustainable use of the
earth's natural resources and protect our environment through the
company's Eco Ideas programs. In the 2012 Interbrand Annual Best
Global Green Brands ranking, the Panasonic brand jumped four spots
to number six:
http://www.interbrand.com/en/best-global-brands/Best-Global-Green-Brands/2012-Report.aspx.
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www.panasonic.com/pressroom.
1 Requires an Ethernet connection
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