panasonic dmp-bdt210 vs dmp-bdt215 Does anyone have any idea what the difference between the two models are? The comparison on Panasonic's website didn't shed much light on this.I am also wondering about the copy of Avatar that they will send you. I have seen several listings that indicate that it comes with the CMP-BDT215 as well, but the logo isn't next to the player on Panasonic's website.Thanks! panasonic dmp-bdt210 vs dmp-bdt215 Does anyone have any idea what the difference between the two models are? The comparison on Panasonic's website didn't shed much light on this. » Read More panasonic dmp-bdt210 vs dmp-bdt215 Does anyone have any idea what the difference between the two models are? The comparison on Panasonic's website didn't shed much light on this.I am also wondering about the copy of Avatar that they will send you. I have seen several listings that indicate that it comes with the CMP-BDT215 as well, but the logo isn't next to the player on Panasonic's website.Thanks! « Show Less
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No Difference at all!. BDT215 is packaged for large warehouses like Costco, BJs and Sams. This is to avoid price match wars with mainstream electronic products dealers. It includes a cheap HDMI cable ( not worth more than 5 bucks) in the box. The Avatar 3D offer is good for both models. So whereever you find it cheaper and convenient to buy (remember Amazon for most states is tax free) you can get it.
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Order from Crutchfield. It's $180 (Free Shipping/No Tax) Plus use a coupon code and save an additional $20
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You are right, it is linked to the BD-Live option, but if you reset of inactivate BD-Live, it goes away. I have 2 player, the BDT215 and BD85K and I have no issues till date. The freezing, pixelating issue seems to be a disc issue. Some players can play slighly imperfect disc better. But this is possibly the best player on market currently.
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Just got the 215 @ Costco for $149.99. Doing firmware update via wifi now. Still haven't played anything with it... just passing in info on the price. The HDMI cable it comes with is fine for those of use who know how to separate our power cables from our video/audio cables. If you mix them, you may want something with a heavier insulation on it. I need Lasik anyway, like I'd notice the difference between a free HDMI cable and a $90 Monster brand cable.
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Does this still work as good if you do not have a 3D TV? I want all the other features and have not found them on a player besides this one...any suggestions?
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so what do you think of the one from qvc i was going to get one from there also
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When did you buy this at Costco? Their site says they are out of stock only a couple of days after your post.
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I guess the guy was right on the Wireless N speed, but with just 3 devices connected, the player should work well on G as well. It is most likely that a firmware update is needed (mine did twice after I got it), so recommend you to connect to wireless and allow the player to update itself. The netflix issue was resolved sometime back now. Recommend to tweak the sound (Hi-Clarity) and picture settings (24 P, Fine) for good playback. Enjoy!
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How do I ACTIVATE the various networks like Bild.de, Pandora , Picasa and others? All I see is Cancel, no way to use the remote to go to activate or subscribe, if necessary.
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???The point of my original post was not to state the differences between the 9595 and the 9585... The LCD was only mentioned to clarify erroneous info a couple of posts above...And yes, back end being the opposite end from the head of the razor... I'm not sure why there is any grey area there.
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OK, I am still confused. I have an older Technics SA-DX940 with optical inputs and DOlby Digital and DTS. So am I OK with the DMP-BD35?
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Thanks. Seems like each of these makes has its quirks. I just gave away on old (4 years) Toshiba DVD recorder that did OK for its time, but the menus were very unintuitive, and the manual was in broken english. I guess I could always pick up a D-R410 at Fry's and if I don't like it, return for the Panny when it's in stock. Fry's also has a Sony RDR-GX360 for the same price as the Panasonic, and it seems to have the same ins/outs and upconversion, but I can only find one user review out there and it was bad. I hear that Sonys are picky about the DVD brand you use, plus they're the "source" for the industry restrictions on recording HD, so I don't want to support them. Thanks. Seems like each of these makes has its quirks. I just gave away on old (4 years) Toshiba DVD recorder that did OK for its time, but the menus were very unintuitive, and the manual was in broken english. I guess I could always pick up a D-R410 at Fry's and if I don't like it, return for the Panny when it's in stock. Fry's also has a Sony RDR-GX360 for the same price as the Panasonic, and it seems to have the same ins/outs and upconversion, but I can only find one user review out there and it was bad. I hear that Sonys are picky about the DVD brand you use, plus they're the... » Read More Thanks. Seems like each of these makes has its quirks. I just gave away on old (4 years) Toshiba DVD recorder that did OK for its time, but the menus were very unintuitive, and the manual was in broken english. I guess I could always pick up a D-R410 at Fry's and if I don't like it, return for the Panny when it's in stock. Fry's also has a Sony RDR-GX360 for the same price as the Panasonic, and it seems to have the same ins/outs and upconversion, but I can only find one user review out there and it was bad. I hear that Sonys are picky about the DVD brand you use, plus they're the "source" for the industry restrictions on recording HD, so I don't want to support them. « Show Less
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I keep seeing conflicting reports about this. Sony's specs state point blank that it does decode 5.1 DTS via hdmi, if you set it up right. I'm connecting to a Sony BDP-BX1 bluray player. Specs for that also state 5.1 DTS via hdmi. If I must use the optical connection to do this then I will, but I doubt it's necessary. Only reason I'm going from my cambridge soundworks/creative labs DTT-3500 system is because it does not offer DTS at all. Until I get the ht-ss2300, I've temporarily configured the bluray player to output DTS as a downmix. It sounds pretty good and does give me rear channel audio which I feel sounds more like pro-logic with no right and left rear channel seperation. I keep seeing conflicting reports about this. Sony's specs state point blank that it does decode 5.1 DTS via hdmi, if you set it up right. I'm connecting to a Sony BDP-BX1 bluray player. Specs for that also state 5.1 DTS via hdmi. If I must use the optical connection to do this then I will, but I doubt it's necessary. Only reason I'm going from my cambridge soundworks/creative labs DTT-3500 system is because it does not offer DTS at all. Until I get the ht-ss2300, I've temporarily configured the bluray player to output DTS as a downmix. It sounds pretty good and does give me rear channel... » Read More I keep seeing conflicting reports about this. Sony's specs state point blank that it does decode 5.1 DTS via hdmi, if you set it up right. I'm connecting to a Sony BDP-BX1 bluray player. Specs for that also state 5.1 DTS via hdmi. If I must use the optical connection to do this then I will, but I doubt it's necessary. Only reason I'm going from my cambridge soundworks/creative labs DTT-3500 system is because it does not offer DTS at all. Until I get the ht-ss2300, I've temporarily configured the bluray player to output DTS as a downmix. It sounds pretty good and does give me rear channel audio which I feel sounds more like pro-logic with no right and left rear channel seperation. « Show Less
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I bought the BD-30K about a week ago after reading way to many tech reviews and forums.I chose it because it's the latest version and have been very happy with other Panasonic components as well as the connections for 5.1 Dolby accomodate my older Sony Receiver. Set up was easy, picture and sound are great. There is a flicker upon initial upload that takes a few seconds to stop, not sure if this will be taken care of with firmware update 1.2 that I haven't done yet. The best part of this is the upscaling of older standard def DVD's they look so good I have no interest in updating any to Blu-ray. Hope this helps I bought the BD-30K about a week ago after reading way to many tech reviews and forums.I chose it because it's the latest version and have been very happy with other Panasonic components as well as the connections for 5.1 Dolby accomodate my older Sony Receiver. Set up was easy, picture and sound are great. There is a flicker upon initial upload that takes a few seconds to stop, not sure if this will be taken care of with firmware update 1.2 that I haven't done yet. The best part of this is the upscaling of older standard def DVD's they look so good I have no interest in updating any to... » Read More I bought the BD-30K about a week ago after reading way to many tech reviews and forums.I chose it because it's the latest version and have been very happy with other Panasonic components as well as the connections for 5.1 Dolby accomodate my older Sony Receiver. Set up was easy, picture and sound are great. There is a flicker upon initial upload that takes a few seconds to stop, not sure if this will be taken care of with firmware update 1.2 that I haven't done yet. The best part of this is the upscaling of older standard def DVD's they look so good I have no interest in updating any to Blu-ray. Hope this helps « Show Less
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I just received from Amazon what apparently is the older, A version, and am returning it because it's defective--it turns itself off for no reason. (Amazon's shoddy packaging job probably didn't help.)Will I get the the version B model (HKGOPLAY5BLK) if I ask them to replace it? Both versions are showing delivery in 2 to 4 weeks; do they still have stock of the older models?
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I'm also looking at these two models, and would appreciate any comments as well. The DH810 is newer and will upconvert video to 1080p, while the DN1000 only upconverts to 1080i. Is this a big difference? The DH810 also supports Audio Return Channel, so you only need one HDMI cable to your tv and your tv can send audio back to the receiver Also no on-screen menu on the DH810 I'm still on the fence on this one, especially since the price of the DN1000 will continue to drop.
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I believe the BDPS6200 is the newest 4k Sony player out. Not sure on the other brands.
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Panasonic Support response to my question: I am hearing that Netflix will not be available for the DMP-BD70V. Does this mean that the DMP-BD70V is an obsolete machine and will not receive new updates and services as they become available?Thank you for your inquiry.The 2010 Blu Ray players models will have the NetFlix feature by default. There are no current updates available for our 2009 or earlier models to add this feature. Please continue to check our website for firmware updates. Current release for new Blu Ray players is Spring 2010.We hope this information is helpful to you. Thank you for contacting Panasonic. Panasonic Support response to my question: I am hearing that Netflix will not be available for the DMP-BD70V. Does this mean that the DMP-BD70V is an obsolete machine and will not receive new updates and services as they become available?Thank you for your inquiry.The 2010 Blu Ray players models will have the NetFlix feature by default. There are no current updates available for our 2009 or earlier models to add this feature. Please continue to check our website for firmware updates. Current release for new Blu Ray players is Spring 2010.We hope this... » Read More Panasonic Support response to my question: I am hearing that Netflix will not be available for the DMP-BD70V. Does this mean that the DMP-BD70V is an obsolete machine and will not receive new updates and services as they become available?Thank you for your inquiry.The 2010 Blu Ray players models will have the NetFlix feature by default. There are no current updates available for our 2009 or earlier models to add this feature. Please continue to check our website for firmware updates. Current release for new Blu Ray players is Spring 2010.We hope this information is helpful to you. Thank you for contacting Panasonic. « Show Less
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Panasonic DMP-BD91 was designated to play BD-A and DVD-1 and will not play PAL There is however hardware modified version of this player sold by world-import.com at much higher price. This information is not intended as a solicitation of world-import.com products but only to provide Amazon customer answer to question pertaining region free and other format DVD media playability of this unit.
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I purchased both these cameras at the same time, the sony at my local best buy and a panasonic on amazon. They are pretty close to the same, the sony has a little more true color indoors but the panasonic has more vibrant colors outdoor. The sony looks a little more washed out outside. I was impressed with both cameras low light recording. The image stabilizer worked a little better on the sony I thought, the problem I have with the panasonic is that it almost tries to overcorrect the shake. It seemed any time I used the touch screen while recording (ie...zooming) I notice a slight jump in the picture. I think with a little practice I can eliminate this by how hard I tap the screen, but it's touchy. I didn't seem to have that problem with the sony. The panasonic gets a little warm in your hand, but considering I use it in a hockey arena it doubles as a hand warmer! The panasonic comes with a video light and a hotshoe and u have more manual settings. The software that comes with both is crap, plan on buying third party editing software no matter wich way u go. Is the difference worth the $70 more I paid for the sony? probably not, I can buy an extra battery and SD card for the pan. If you could find them for about the same price though, I would go for the sony.
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I enjoy them both. At present the Sony MDRZX300/BLK is slightly more expensive than the Panasonic RPDJS400W DJ, though not by much. I haven't used my Panasonic as much as the Sony; my general impression is that the Sony's audio quality may be a cut above. The "feel factor"--comfort in wearing headphones--is so subjective that any comment might mislead. I find the size and design of the Sony more convenient for storage: with their earpieces swiveled inwards, you can store them flat. The Panasonic are bulkier.
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I bought the BD-30K about a week ago after reading way to many tech reviews and forums.I chose it because it's the latest version and have been very happy with other Panasonic components as well as the connections for 5.1 Dolby accomodate my older Sony Receiver. Set up was easy, picture and sound are great. There is a flicker upon initial upload that takes a few seconds to stop, not sure if this will be taken care of with firmware update 1.2 that I haven't done yet. The best part of this is the upscaling of older standard def DVD's they look so good I have no interest in updating any to Blu-ray. Hope this helps
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I just spent some time researching this very issue. The only options I found were the Panasonic DMP-DB55 (but not the DB35!) and the Philips BDP7200.Of the two, the Philips is much less expensive (at least right now).
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Does anyone know if there is a patch for multi-region viewing on the BD570 yet? It's been a great machine, but we watch international DVDs and it's a pain to have two machines for this purpose only!Thanks for any help I can get on this.Tim
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i have the same problem. there is a comparison option on Panasonic website, you can take a look and see what features are more important to you.