So is this inverter technology a fancy panasonic way of saying this is a convection microwave? How does this compare to a convection?
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The Panasonic uses inverters. Other mics use coils and transformers. Defrosting is amazingly quick, and our Panasonic doesn't overcook thin edges while defrosting because it isn't running short periods of 100% to approximate 50% cooking power. Defrost is truly a real, efficient defrost. Think of it more as "true digital" power versus convection. This unit isn't a convections it, and neither is the price. Extremely efficient though. We are amazed at how perfectly it handles reheat of leftovers without leaving hard spots. Very pleased with this unit!
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It's a microwave. The term "inverter technology" refers to the electronics. It is not a convection oven. I like the way this microwave functions. It is large and can handle larger cooking vessels such as a 16" long Pyrex casserole dish.
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As I understand it, it is not convection but fancy way to modulate the microwave blast. This stays on at reduced power when you adjust the power setting whereas older microwaves went on and off with different timing of blasts to approximate a lower setting.
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Yes it's a pure sine wave inverter. It has a total harmonic distortion of less than 3%. I do not see a way to upload a picture. If you would like one, you can request it by email at info@powerbright.com
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An inverter means that with out geting to technical is a drive that changes the motor speed. Speeds it up and slows it down. You will find that you cant even hear the system run and it will save you money on your power bill. I would suggest an inverter unit.
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All I know is that it cooks faster and I like the fact it will not destroy nutrients as a microwave can. I use it when it very hot in the summer and I can put this on my deck and not heat the kitchen with the range. If it cooks faster the electricity is on a shorter period of time, but then one has to compare the energy output versus to what one is comparing it, if you want to know if you are saving electricity. So in my humble opinion check the energy output of what you would use , calculate the time you have to use it then compare the same data to that of the convection oven. Hope this helps. All I know is that it cooks faster and I like the fact it will not destroy nutrients as a microwave can. I use it when it very hot in the summer and I can put this on my deck and not heat the kitchen with the range. If it cooks faster the electricity is on a shorter period of time, but then one has to compare the energy output versus to what one is comparing it, if you want to know if you are saving electricity. So in my humble opinion check the energy output of what you would use , calculate the time you have to use it then compare the same data to that of the convection oven. Hope this... » Read More All I know is that it cooks faster and I like the fact it will not destroy nutrients as a microwave can. I use it when it very hot in the summer and I can put this on my deck and not heat the kitchen with the range. If it cooks faster the electricity is on a shorter period of time, but then one has to compare the energy output versus to what one is comparing it, if you want to know if you are saving electricity. So in my humble opinion check the energy output of what you would use , calculate the time you have to use it then compare the same data to that of the convection oven. Hope this helps. « Show Less
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Answer from Wikipedia: A power inverter device which produces a smooth sinusoidal AC waveform is referred to as a sine wave inverter. To more clearly distinguish from "modified sine wave" or other creative terminology, the phrase pure sine wave inverter is sometimes used. The terminology "modified sine wave" has come into use and refers to an output waveform that is a useful rough approximation of a sine wave for power translation purposes.
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The best I can figure out it means that when your meat/fish, etc., is 1/2 thawed out that you take it out and turn it over. You "invert" your food. This is really a BS marketing idea. Maybe I missed something in the operating manual but this is what I understand so far.That being said, this is a great unit. I am very pleased with it. Fairly Quiet, huge, looks good and does a really nice job of heating evenly. I am very happy with this microwave and would buy it again (even if it does have a stupid marketing idea of "inverter technology."
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Yes, they are two totally separate functions. You must tell it you are using convection oven cooking instead of the default microwave cooking. My daughter uses the convection oven to cook her gluten free pizza instead of heating up our large oven and waiting for it to come up to heat. We love both functions but if you wish to use it for convection only cooking, you may do so. :-)
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Sorry, I am not very technical. I use the convection oven as an oven and the microwave as a microwave but I think it can be used as a combination but I haven't used it that way. I could not do without one of these appliances in my kitchen, I use it constantly.
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I will have to say no to that! It won't even run my 900 Watt microwave I have in my semi. They tell you the inverter is 3000 W but actually it's only 1500. I was disappointed when I receive the inverter and it said it on the box.
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My 1st microwave purchased in the early 80's was a Panasonic genius...it lasted over 20 years... since then I've had 3 others ..all crap..so I just bought another Panasonic Genius..and love it... it's a bit noisier that some...but works perfectly!
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No. It is a microwave oven with a feature descibed thus by by Panasonic: "Conventional microwave ovens operate on only one power level; the microwave energy is either on or off. For example, when set at 60% power, a conventional microwave cooks at full power 60% of the time, and remains idle the rest of the time. This on/off delivery of cooking power results in cold spots and overcooked edges. Panasonic Inverter technology delivers true low, medium and high power levels. This targeted "soft" penetration of microwave energy into the center of your food helps prevent overcooking on the edges and surfaces, and provides more even cooking compared to conventional microwaves."
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Not readily! Mine also went "cold" and calling direct was of no help! They advised I call a local professional Svc - but to no avail. And you can't order the part, has to be replaced by a Svc person. So my sits idly in the basement as a paper stand! And my digital control loss some functionality. Too much tech in our products rising to too much costly breakdowns. I vowed never to get a convection microwave oven again cuz of the heating element issues (glass tubes with no protective shields/screens). Toaster ovens with metal elements do much better, easier to clean & lasts way longer (went back to using our old Oster t/oven not the prettiest condition but it works fine!) hope this non-solution helps u! Good luck!
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I did buy this inverter..it did just what we wanted it to do... we use it for a small solar application on an off grid camp.. our biggest concern was running a small chest freezer converted to a run as fridge with a 5A start up needed. Have not had a problem.
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No it's a convential one.It uses gasoline.A inverter uses a DC source,car battery then converts it to AC
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I have not done this but there are youtubes about running microwave ovens with power inverters. A microwave, according to the youtube data, does not have a high startup power requirement. I believe it should run the microwave, but you will need a good bit of battery power to do it. Another issue is that the microwave will probably need more time to do the same heating job due to the modified sine wave. Check out the youtube by Knurlgnar24. He demonstrates a microwave oven on an inverter. Hope this helps.
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Negative, this is a modified wave inverter. They are designed to emulate pure sine waves, but the pure sine inverter from power bright is a bit more expensive and can be found on amazon. Just search pure sine power bright.
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I commiserate with you about your convection oven. I haven't been happy with mine since day one. I'm not having the same problem you're having but I don't like the way it functions.