Panasonic DMP-BD80

The Panasonic DMP-BD80 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 third of three Panasonic DMP-BD players, the Panasonic DMP-BD80 is an upgrade from the Panasonic DMP-BD60 in that it features a built-in 7.1 channel analog that produces true 7.1 surround sound, thereby offering a home theater environment described as "rivaling the movie theaters." The Panasonic DMP-BD70V retails for a slightly more expensive $429.99 (versus 399.99) and comes with a 1 year limited warranty.

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Panasonic DMP-BD80
MSRP $399.95
Release date March, 2009
Brand Panasonic
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Pros & Cons

ProSCORE
6 reviews
80
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5 positive
1 mixed
0 negative

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Pros:
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7.1 analog outputs
+5agreedisagree

profile 2.0
+5agreedisagree

upconverts SD and HD signals to full 1080p
+5agreedisagree

decodes high definition audio formats (Dolby TruHD, dts HD MA)
+4agreedisagree

connects to Internet without external box or PC
+3agreedisagree

Never had a problem with Panasonic
+1agreedisagree

excellent video quality
+1agreedisagree

Cons:
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no built-in memory
+4agreedisagree

DTS HD MA ESSENTIAL does not include the following legacy DTS formats: DTS 96/24, ES, ES Matrix, and Neo:6. These DVD Audio Codec's can not be decoded internaly on this machine. (important if using analog output, will be bitstreamed to AVR if using digital connection)
+1agreedisagree

Slow startup and load times. (comp. to PS3 and some of the other 2009 Stand alone BD models)
+1agreedisagree

Price in Canada $150 higher than competitors compariable models
0agreedisagree

does not have (future) profile 3.0
-1agreedisagree

decodes dts HD-MA ESSENTIAL, not dts HD-MA
-1agreedisagree


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Details

In addition, the DMP-BD80 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. The DMP-BD80 also 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. Plus, the DMP-BD80 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.

Features

  • HD Blu-Ray Player
  • PHL Reference Chroma Processor Plus Technology
  • 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
  • 7.1 Channel Analog
  • 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-BD80

• Panasonic DMP-BD80 High Clarity Audio Blu-ray Disc Player, Black

• DMP-BD80K Blu-ray Player

UPC: 037988983469

EAN: 037988983469

MPN: DMP-BD80

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Daylightdon

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February 23, 2009
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1 out of 1 people found this review helpful.

Pros

  • 7.1 analog outputs
  • profile 2.0
  • upconverts SD and HD signals to full 1080p
  • decodes high definition audio formats (Dolby TruHD, dts HD MA)
  • connects to Internet without external box or PC
  • Never had a problem with Panasonic

Cons

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jyroflux

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February 11, 2009
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83
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5 pros
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1 out of 1 people found this review helpful.

Pros

  • 7.1 analog outputs
  • profile 2.0
  • upconverts SD and HD signals to full 1080p
  • decodes high definition audio formats (Dolby TruHD, dts HD MA)
  • connects to Internet without external box or PC

Cons

  • no built-in memory

Competitors

jyroflux prefers Panasonic DMP-BD80 over Sony BDP-S550, Samsung BD-P2500, LG BD390
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Yale

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February 2, 2009
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ProSCORE
75
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3 pros
1 con
1 out of 1 people found this review helpful.

Pros

  • 7.1 analog outputs
  • profile 2.0
  • upconverts SD and HD signals to full 1080p

Cons

  • no built-in memory

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Erik

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February 4, 2009
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ProSCORE
100
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1 pro
0 cons
1 out of 1 people found this review helpful.

Pros

  • decodes high definition audio formats (Dolby TruHD, dts HD MA)

Cons

Did not agree with any cons

Competitors

Erik prefers Oppo BDP-83 over Panasonic DMP-BD80
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workingclasszero

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February 10, 2009
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ProSCORE
57
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4 pros
3 cons
0 out of 1 people found this review helpful.

Pros

  • 7.1 analog outputs
  • profile 2.0
  • upconverts SD and HD signals to full 1080p
  • connects to Internet without external box or PC

Cons

  • no built-in memory
  • does not have (future) profile 3.0
  • decodes dts HD-MA ESSENTIAL, not dts HD-MA

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Jeffrey Ryder

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September 25, 2009
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100
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1 pro
0 cons

Pros

  • excellent video quality

Cons

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sh0rty

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April 8, 2009
ProSCORE
50
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mixed
positive
4 pros
4 cons
1 out of 3 people found this review helpful.

Pros

  • 7.1 analog outputs
  • profile 2.0
  • upconverts SD and HD signals to full 1080p
  • decodes high definition audio formats (Dolby TruHD, dts HD MA)

Cons

  • no built-in memory
  • DTS HD MA ESSENTIAL does not include the following legacy DTS formats: DTS 96/24, ES, ES Matrix, and Neo:6. These DVD Audio Codec's can not be decoded internaly on this machine. (important if using analog output, will be bitstreamed to AVR if using digital connection)
  • Slow startup and load times. (comp. to PS3 and some of the other 2009 Stand alone BD models)
  • Price in Canada $150 higher than competitors compariable models

Competitors

sh0rty prefers Samsung BD-P2500, Oppo BDP-83, Sony BDP-S550, Samsung BD-P3600 over Panasonic DMP-BD80
sh0rty prefers Panasonic DMP-BD80 over LG BD390
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