Panasonic DMP-B15K
Manufacturer: Panasonic Part number: DMP-B15K
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Panasonic DMP-B15K price range: $735.51
- Reviewed by: Matthew Moskovciak
- Edited by: David Katzmaier
- Reviewed on: 06/22/2009
- Released on: 06/01/2009
The good: Lets you watch your Blu-ray collection on-the-go; HDMI output for use as a standalone player; full access to YouTube and Picasa if connected via Ethernet; comes with cigarette lighter adapter and headrest mount for car use.
The bad: Very expensive, with Blu-ray-equipped laptops available at similar prices; bulky design; short 2.5 hour battery life; small screen limits the capability to see the full detail of Blu-ray; can't output a standard 1080p signal; less reliable playback than standalone players.
The bottom line: The Panasonic DMP-B15 is the world's first portable Blu-ray player that can function as a standalone player, too, but ultimately it has too many caveats and costs too much.
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show Specifications
- Manufacturer: Panasonic
- Part number: DMP-B15K
- Description: The DMP-B15, designed to provide the ultimate high definition Blu-ray experience for those on the go, features a high quality 8.9-inch WSVGA LCD screen and includes the unique VIERA CAST internet accessibility and BD Live functionality. Ease of use is an important element in Panasonic's products and the DMP-B15, with a three hour rechargeable battery, is designed with that in mind. In addition to its use as a portable player, the consumer can connect it to an HDTV via HDMI cable, and use it as a standalone Blu-ray Disc player. The player can also be connected to an HD-Audio compatible AV receiver with a home theater speaker system and enjoy movies with outstanding surround sound. To accommodate the traveler, the DMP-B15 offers an optional headrest mounting bracket for in-car use.
General
- Component type Blu-ray player
- Form factor Portable
- Dimensions (WxDxH) 9.6 in x 7 in x 2 in
- Weight 2.4 lbs
Network & Internet Multimedia
- Connectivity Ethernet
- Internet Streaming Services YouTube
Video
- Media Type DVD+R ,
DVD+RW DL ,
BD-ROM ,
BD-R ,
BD-RE ,
DVD-RAM ,
CD-R ,
DVD+R DL ,
DVD ,
CD ,
DVD+RW ,
DVD-R DL ,
DVD-R ,
CD-RW ,
DVD-RW - BD Profiles Profile 2.0 (BD-Live)
- Video D/A Converter 12bit / 148.5MHz
- Audio D/A Converter 24bit / 192kHz
- Upscaling Yes ( Up to 1080p )
- Supported Digital Video Standards DivX,
AVCHD - Supported Digital Audio Standards MP3
Video Features
- Additional features Progressive scanning ,
Dialogue enhancer ,
x.v.Colour technology ,
Digital photo playback from flash memory card ,
Cinema mode ,
Digital audio playback from flash memory card ,
JPEG photo playback ,
Digital video noise reduction ,
Video playback from flash memory card ,
3:2 pull down compensation Audio System
- Sound Output Mode Stereo
- Digital Audio Format Dolby Digital output,
DTS digital output,
DTS-HD digital output,
Dolby True HD digital output,
Dolby Digital Plus output - Speaker System Details 2 - Built-in
- Additional Features Viera Link
Connections
- Connector type 1 x HDMI output ( 19 pin HDMI Type A ),
1 x Ethernet ( RJ-45 ),
1 x Composite video/audio output,
1 x Headphones - Card type/Qty 1 x SDHC Memory Card
Remote Control
- Type Remote control - Infrared
Miscellaneous
- Included Accessories Car power adapter
Power
- Power Device Power adapter - External
- Battery DVD player battery - Rechargeable
- Capacity 2.5 hour(s)
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