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The Panasonic DMP-BD60 is a Profile 2.0 HD blu-ray player based on PHL Reference Chroma Processor Plus high-image processing technology that reproduces clear, vivid, and realistic colors for an enhanced entertainment experience. The first of three Panasonic DMP-BD players, the DMP-BD60 includes VIERA CAST technology that allows users to access the Internet without either an external box or PC, not to mention a VIERA Link that allows the user to operate their audio/video components through HDMI with just one remote.
MSRP $299.95
Release date March, 2009
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In addition, the DMP-BD60 features a high definition audio decoder (Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby TrueHD, DTS-HD Master Audio Essential), an SD Memory card slot and USB slot that makes it simple for users to view/share digital images and HD video, high precision 4:4:4 signal technology which works alongside the Chroma Processor Plus to process each horizontal/video signal, Pixel Precision Progressive Processing that optimizes more than 15 billion pixels per second, 16-level motion detection to categorize the image motion of each pixel, diagonal processing to detect and correct diagonals, and 1080p up-conversion to up-convert content recorded in 480i/p or 720p format to 1080p. The DMP-BD60 also boasts 96kHz surround re-master to enhance sound quality, a playback information window for displaying detailed image information, an Auto Power Stand-By function, a Stand-By Power Save function, and a Quick Start function. The Panasonic DMP-BD60 retails for 399.99 and comes with a 1 year limited warranty.
Features
- HD Blu-Ray Player
- PHL Reference Chroma Processor Plus Technology
- Profile 2.0
- VIERA Cast Technology
- VIERA Link
- HDMI 1.3
- Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby TrueHD, DTS-HD
- SD Memory Card Slot
- USB 2.0 Port
- 4:4:4 Signal Technology
- Pixel Precision Progressive Processing
- 16-Level Motion Detection
- Diagonal Processing
- 1080p Up-Conversion
- 96kHz Surround Re-Master
- Playback Information Window
- Auto Power Stand-By Function
- Stand-By Power Save Function
- Quick Start Function
- 1 Year Limited Warranty
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Panasonic DMP-BD60
• Panasonic DMP-BD60 Blu-ray Disc Player, Black
• DMP-BD60 Blu-ray Player
UPC: 037988983483
EAN: 037988983483
MPN: DMP-BD60
Competitors
MSRP $249.00
Released November, 2009
Pros
- profile 2.0
- upscales DVDs to 1080p
- slick aesthetic
Cons
- no HD DVD compatibility
- the last nail in the HD DVD coffin
- not all that attractive in terms of value next to a PS3 slim
Panasonic DMP-BD60
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Toshiba BDX2000
MSRP $299.95
Released March, 2009
Pros
- Fast disc loading
- Excellent image quality
- Profile 2.0 compatible Blu-ray player - can play the latest optical media
Cons
- extremely bright blue bar - overly distracting, serves no purpose
- Front only USB access
- No You Tube/Netflix streaming
Panasonic DMP-BD60
vs.
JVC XV-BP1
MSRP $349.99
Released May, 2009
The Sony BDP-S560 is a high-end Blu-Ray player designed to provide a more enhanced high-definition experience. The BDP-S560 features full 1080p video output of Blu-Ray discs, DVD's, Audio CD's and AVCHD format discs. The S560 player also features standard DVD upconversion through HDMI to enhance the quality of older DVD movies for viewing on...
Panasonic DMP-BD60
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Sony BDP-S560
MSRP $299.99
Released May, 2009
Pros
- affordable price
- attractive aesthetics
- 24p film mode
Cons
- poor remote compared to previous generations
- no eject or mute buttons on the remote control
- DVD upconversion is lacking
Panasonic DMP-BD60
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Sony BDP-S360
MSRP $299.99
Released May, 2009
Pros
- AQUOS LINK functionality - works seamlessly with supported Sharp TV sets
Cons
- Sharp bd-HP22U would not buy this product doesnot play mp-3's !!!! Been waiting 3yr's still doesnot !!!!
Panasonic DMP-BD60
vs.
Sharp BD-HP22U
MSRP $299.00
Released April, 2009
Pros
- affordable price
- Profile 2.0
- CinemaNow, NetFlix and other Internet video streaming services
Cons
- no 7.1 channel analog outputs
- odd aesthetic
- no internal storage
Panasonic DMP-BD60
vs.
LG BD370
MSRP $279.99
Released March, 2009
Pros
- affordable price
- trusted manufacturer
Cons
- nothing more innovative than any other player of this price point available today
Panasonic DMP-BD60
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Sharp BD-HP16U
MSRP --
Released January, 2009
Pros
- ultrathin 1.5" profile
- profile 2.0
- includes 802.11n Wi-Fi dongle
- 1gb of internal memory
Cons
- WiFi is not internal - dongle takes one of two USB ports
- no analog audio outputs for older AV receivers
Panasonic DMP-BD60
vs.
Samsung BD-P4600
MSRP $400.00
Released June, 2009
Pros
- Netflix streaming
- 1GB of built in memory for BD-Live content
- built-in Wi-Fi
Cons
- LG--audio quality is suspect
- No specs on the audio DAC
- no Pandora online radio
Panasonic DMP-BD60
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LG BD390
Reviews
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Pros
- affordable price for a blu-ray player
- Profile 2.0 capable
- PC-less
Internet connectivity feature (currently only allows access to YouTube and Flickr)
- DVD upscaling to 1080p
- DivX support
- automatic firmware update via network
Cons
- no DIVX playback from SD card
- plasy SD card only FAT formatted
- some USB devices are not compatible...
- no 7.1 analog output
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April 3, 2009
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Pros
- affordable price for a blu-ray player
- Profile 2.0 capable
- PC-less
Internet connectivity feature (currently only allows access to YouTube and Flickr)
- DVD upscaling to 1080p
- high video performance
- DivX support
Cons
- no 7.1 analog output
- still rather expensive for the everyday consumer
- no support for the popular .MKV format
- slow disc loading times
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October 11, 2009
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Pros
- affordable price for a blu-ray player
- Profile 2.0 capable
- PC-less
Internet connectivity feature (currently only allows access to YouTube and Flickr)
- DVD upscaling to 1080p
- high video performance
- DivX support
- Reliability History
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July 22, 2009
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Pros
- affordable price for a blu-ray player
- Profile 2.0 capable
- PC-less
Internet connectivity feature (currently only allows access to YouTube and Flickr)
- DVD upscaling to 1080p
- high video performance
- Reliability History
Cons
- random rare freezing of playback
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April 29, 2009
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Pros
- affordable price for a blu-ray player
- Profile 2.0 capable
- PC-less
Internet connectivity feature (currently only allows access to YouTube and Flickr)
- DVD upscaling to 1080p
- high video performance
- DivX support
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July 20, 2009
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- affordable price for a blu-ray player
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