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Panasonic’s 2012 Blu-ray Disc players focus on smart home networking, high-quality picture and sound, ease-of-use, eco-efficiency, and sleek design. The BDT-500 is a Full HD 3D Blu-ray Disc player that features expanded VIERA Connect functionaliy, Full HD 2D-3D playback, FLAC (Free Lossless Audio Codec) compatibility, and superior sound and image quality. It includes high grade audio parts -- gold plated terminals, high grade electric capacitor, and an insulator to reproduce audio content that is faithful to the original. It provides for 7.1 channel output and includes twin HDMI outputs, allowing one to be dedicated for audio output. This allows for less interference with the video signal and also makes the BDT-500 compatible with legacy amplifiers. VIERA Connect -- More Fun Comes Via a Cloud Service Panasonic’s IPTV platform VIERA Connect, now under the Smart VIERA umbrella, has been expanded for 2012 Blu-ray  products and now utilizes cloud technology to present an unlimited number of entertainment, social networking, gaming, health & fitness, sports & news sites. Learn more about the world of Smart VIERA and VIERA Connect here. Enhance your Blu-ray Experience with Popular Apps Enjoy sites such as Skype, Netflix, Amazon Instant Video, You Tube, huluplus, CinemaNow, Vudu, Pandora, Facebook, Twitter, My space, and Flixster. With 2012 models, you have access to a wide variety of Internet content from the comfort of your living room. Clicker - Video on Demand Cross Searching Find your favorite movies and video content easily with one-step searching, which allows you to cross search from multiple VOD services. For ease-of-use, use the quick keyword input on VIERA Connect to help retrieve your desired content faster. Customize your screen by grouping commonly used apps and displaying them on the screen for easier use. Communicate with Family and Friends The social networking TV app allows you to access social network sites and communicate with your loved ones while simultaneously watching TV. Watch live sports games while upping the excitement by chatting with your friends as the game unfolds. Record an original message and set it as your answering voice message. Callers can record messages onto an SD Card (min. 512MB required), while you are away. *Skype camera not included with TV purchase Awesome Picture Quality with 24p Output for VOD The BDT500 not only plays Blu-ray Discs and DVDs, but also video-on-demand movies content in the same 24p format as used at movie theaters. Connection to a 24p capable TV via an HDMI capable lets you enjoy a wide array of content with full cinematic picture quality. This feature requires a TV that supports 24p playback.* Great Sound with the UniPhier Chip Processor This Full HD 3D Blu-ray Disc player features UniPhier single chip signal processing that eliminates unnecessary wiring, resulting in reducing noise on the picture and sound signal to the absolute minimum. The DVD Super Resolution Processor helps produce natural pictures with no false contours, higher resolution for details, and a reduction in noise. Connectivity The entire 2012 line features DLNA for easy connection to other DLNA equipped products. Share and enjoy digital photos (JPEG), music (MP3, WMA) and videos (AVCHD, WMV) by simply connecting to a home network (LAN).  VIERA Link provides connectivity to other VIERA Link compatible products and NAS compatibility. The BDT500 has a Wi-Fi system built right into the main unit so you can enjoy VIERA Connect and BD-Live content without having to connect with a LAN cable or wireless LAN adaptor. Players are also compatible with the NTFS format HDD. Adaptive Chroma Processing Adaptive Chroma Processing is a high quality image-processing technology developed to precisely process each pixel of Blu-ray Disc video signals in the vertical and horizontal directions to produce extremely high color resolution and beautiful edges. Personalization To personalize the home theater experience, the new multi-user mode on the BBT01 allows you to register four users and each can record individual favorite settings. You can select a personal icon from 16 pre-installed images, or photos from an external source. You also have the option to customize the home screen with any image you choose. Features like the home screen customization as well as enhancement of VIERA Connect allow you to easily personalize your entertainment experience to fit your lifestyle. Download the exclusive Panasonic app and you’ll also be able to use your iPhone or Android smartphone as a remote control for your BDT500. The BDT500 also comes with a new remote control that has a touch pad for intuitive operation and easy navigation through the GUI on the screen. Full HD 3D Blu-ray Disc Playback The advanced 2D technologies of the Panasonic Hollywood Laboratory have also been applied to 3D image playback, providing high quality images. 2D-3D conversion enables conversion of 2D images on DVDs and Blu-ray Discs into 3D images with natural depth perception. Screen type (flat or round) and frame color are easily selectable. Watch your favorite DVD movie collection in 3D for even greater viewing enjoyment.  Energy Star Qualified Panasonic is always working to improve its technology, design, and commitment to the environment. Attractive compact designs and energy-saving functions help Panasonic Blu-ray Disc products protect the environment by effectively conserving limited natural resources. All 2012 models are Energy Star Qualified.

2012 Panasonic VIERA Blu-ray Disc Player Comparison Chart

Series	DMP-BBT01	DMP-BDT500	DMP-BDT320	DMP-BDT220	DMP-BD87	DMP-BD77
Wi-Fi Capability	Built-in Wi-Fi	Built-in Wi-Fi	Built-in Wi-Fi	Built-in Wi-Fi	Built-in Wi-Fi	Wi-Fi Ready
Dolby True HD
DTS Master Audio Essential
DLNA Capability (via LAN)
FLAC Compatibility
External HDD Playback
Multi-User Mode
Fast Booting & Loading					Ultra	Ultra
Energy Star Qualified
Full HD Playback	3D HD	3D HD	3D HD	3D HD
2D-3D Conversion
Adapative Chroma Processing
24p Output for VOD
Smartphone Function Capability
VIERA Connect
VIERA Link
Skype Communication*
SD Memory Card Slot
Touch Pad Remote Control
Slot-in Drive
Lay-out Free Design
Smart Eco Sensor
Analog Audio 7.1 Channel Output
Twin HDMI
Online Movies/IP VOD

• New Slim and Compact Design Twin HDMI Output for Video and Audio
• Premium Sound Capable 3D Blu-ray Disc Player
• 2D to 3D Conversion for VIERA Connect3 Premium Audio Player Design

Panasonic DMP-BDT500 Integrated Wi-Fi 3D Blu-ray DVD Player Reviews

Panasonic DMP-BDT500 Integrated Wi-Fi 3D Blu-ray DVD Player Reviews

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8 of 8 people found the following review helpful Good choice for surround sound, May 27, 2012 By  J. Whitelaw (Monterey, VA) - See all my reviews    Amazon Verified Purchase( What's this?) This review is from: Panasonic DMP-BDT500 Integrated Wi-Fi 3D Blu-ray DVD Player (Electronics) I received this from Amazon on Friday, and set it up on Friday evening. This was ordered to replaced a unit that was a couple of years old and cost $150 less. The old player was working OK but I was intrigued by the specs and hype for this player. I have a decent surround sound system (Polk top-of-the-line speakers) and a plasma TV (Samsung). The video: I have my TV set to Movie mode and with this player the video really does look like movie mode (at least more than the old player), I turned off the Chroma Process on the BDT500 because of way too much color saturation, and still had to re-adjust the plasma TV just a little lower (not much) for both color and contrast, and now the picture is great, better color than the old player and darker blacks, and great detail. The audio: I'm using the HDMI Sub feed to my receiver, and the sound took some tinkering too, I tried the sound effects but didn't really like the "tube amp" sounds, so they're turned off, I also turned off the analog... Read more Help other customers find the most helpful reviews  Was this review helpful to you?  Report abuse | Permalink   Comments (3) 4 of 4 people found the following review helpful Very Nice......., June 6, 2012 By  RealScoop (SoCal) - See all my reviews This review is from: Panasonic DMP-BDT500 Integrated Wi-Fi 3D Blu-ray DVD Player (Electronics) The dmp-bdt500 is Panasonic's answer to the audiophile's desire to have a machine that offers superb video AND audio playback--they have succeeded. The highlights of this machine are the four Burr-Brown 192kHz/32-bit DAC's, 7.1 channel analog output, higher end capacitors and a more robust construction. I will express my opinion(s) about the design, engineering and performance. This machine is a Blu-ray player (and dvds of course), a cd player and is has built-in Wi-Fi for streaming movies, music and such. Therefore, it has the potential of being a 'one stop' solution for all of our home media needs and desires. And hopefully, it will have the ability to satiate the needs of the audiophile without sacrificing performance for the sake of convenience. DESIGN This machine is handsome, if not understated. It is sleek without being tiny. It is elegant--not ostentatious. It 'hits the mark' without trying too hard. Panasonic, though a quality brand, has not always had... Read more Help other customers find the most helpful reviews  Was this review helpful to you?  Report abuse | Permalink   Comment 3 of 3 people found the following review helpful Best sound and picture, June 8, 2012 By  Darren Fung - See all my reviews Amazon Verified Purchase( What's this?) This review is from: Panasonic DMP-BDT500 Integrated Wi-Fi 3D Blu-ray DVD Player (Electronics) One simple comment: A couple of months ago I ordered the Oppo 93 & 95 and I returned them to the seller. These players got great picture but the sound quality, contrary to many hyped reviews, is not worth the money. They just sound cold to me (I already use tubes amplifilications). But with the Panasonic I found the picture is just as great. More importantly, it sounds better than the two Oppo. Inner details, micro-dynamics, musicality, all are there for you. I am writing as a 20 years audiophile. I use Audio Note Amp., Conrad Johnson preamp., and JBL speakers. The Panasonic is a great product for the audiophile. Buy it. It's actually cheap by comparison. The Panasonic team deserves congratulations! Help other customers find the most helpful reviews  Was this review helpful to you?  Report abuse | Permalink   Comment

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