Full HD 3D

In the battle for the 3D TV market Panasonic does not grow under their feet fall asleep. The achievements of this group to work on a special video codec capable of producing 3D Full HD are not subject to discussion, the company's vision concerning the placing on the market of 3D technology seems to be the most mature. This is what Panasonic first started talking about 3D, and supported the production of "Avatar" for a long time, before created by James Cameron Na'vi conquer the world.

Therefore, the emergence of the first television and a Blu-ray 3D this brand is a very important event in the history of cinema. So a very significant, that almost developed a red carpet to welcome the messenger, which brought us the impressive TX-P50VT20 plasma and the DMP-BDT300. It is worth noting, Television that has received the prestigious EISA "European 3D-PLASMA TV 2010-2011" (note. WP). Although we had a chance to see the earlier TX-P50VT20 plasma in action at various shows and each time she did an impression on us, but it is something other than the possibility of having him for a few days Exclusive.

Of course, in the set was delivered and the DMP-BDT300, which looks rather inconspicuous, but it is the most advanced Blu-ray player Panasonic. To ensure compatibility with 3D panels BD has forced some changes in its standard configuration, BD. Of course, two HDMI outputs on the rear panel immediately betray use this model, ensure co-operation since AV receivers, which are not equipped with HDMI v1.4, but the changes also include the interior of the device, and even supercharged UniPhier system or high quality audio components.

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P50VT20 TV panel is equipped with the latest NeoPDP. This means, that shines brighter than previous Panasonic plasmas, economical and yet manages energy, which is manifested for example. This, that out of the carton and connected the TV picture gives the impression of subdued. However, the contrast, which, according to the specification goes beyond the scale, in fact, is comparable to other Panasonic plasma screens, which is very good.

As with previous models, the company, graphical user interface is not very intuitive, and navigate among menu options a bit like wandering the abandoned house. Options appear and disappear depending on, which at the moment we do / watch / think / eat etc. The main menu is functional, but devoid of any visual embellishments. When we get to the bar Viera Tool, we will arrive at a more graphical environment. We have the ability to select files from external USB, changes in 3D mode and inspect the contents of the network.

Both TV, and the player is compatible with DLNA, but they differ in this respect, functional. Through television we have the ability to play videos in the various formats, including DivX, AVI i MKV. There were also support JPEGs and MP3. BDT300 skills are much more limited - although it has detected the majority of devices connected to our network and we got to the individual files, not all were able to reproduce - in many cases revealed a lack of support for certain audio formats. But in the video there are no problems, because the built-in BD player also reads DVDs, CD, and additionally via a USB connector and memory card slot play materials stored in almost all popular formats including DivX, DivX HD, DivX HD More, AVCHD, You can also view JPEG files.

SMALL MIRACLE
TV VT20 is sold with two pairs of 3D glasses. They synchronize with the screen equipped with two infrared transmitters. Sunglasses look interesting, but they are not too comfortable - in normal use, there are some problems associated with their design. First of all, the glass stands out from the ear - it did make life easier okularnikom. As a result, sometimes the amber lenses, we can see his own reflection. Sunglasses are a little more massive and create an impression greater than those, we had the opportunity to test with the Samsung Samsung UE40C7000. However, we did not have doubts whether they are active, or maybe they should be included, What if Samsung was not always so obvious.

TV supports 3D technology, such, as sequential (Blu-ray), Side-by-Side, where the images for each eye are displayed side by side (Satellite TV), oraz Top and Bottom, where images are displayed one after another. The system fully supports HDMI v1.4 TV automatically detects the signal and adjusts the display. Unfortunately,, Like most members, we could not even afford the luxury of. Initially, we joined an HDMI cable from the DMP-BDT300 Onkyo Receiver. But TV does not recognize the CD 3D Blu-ray and could not force 3D mode (Although we were able to manually select the Side-by-side for the signal from the decoder Sky). So we had to connect the player directly to TV, completely ignoring receiver. And then, imparted a second HDMI player, because it allowed the receiver to provide uncompressed HD audio.

We tested all sorts of 3D materials, although their selection is still quite limited. An image of the test plate 3D Blu-ray was sharp and smooth. One of the problems often associated with the penetration of 3D images, which is manifested as a subtle glow around objects, or indeed reflection. It is this defect most plagued us in the case that tests the Samsung TV. But in the case of Panasonic TV not seen anything like that.

Sky Channel 3D test proved to be a true revelation. The sender uses the format for Side-by-side with half the initial resolution, would suggest, the image will be less pronounced than in the 3D Blu-ray. However, sports broadcasts look amazing, and the picture was characterized by a great depth and detail. Audience shots during football games were characterized by great clarity and plenty of details. One consequence of viewing the 3D transfer problems with temperature and excellent color accuracy. TV does not offer any procedure takes into account the color of glasses 3D glasses. You can try to compensate for, but you have to accept that, kill the white sunglasses and generally darken the image. However, in the case of Panasonic's Dynamic mode, widely hated in all its forms regardless of the manufacturer and model, proved to be most suitable for viewing 3D content. Purists may wzdrygać, but we have found, that this mode highly enriched three-dimensional image, which became a clear and vivid, although it differed from that of, which usually see in movies.

VT20 also copes well with the standard "flat" image. In particular, captivated us, quality satellite HD channels offering fantastic detail and clarity.

Pixel to Pixel
VT20 THX certified (for image), and the menu mode is optimized for video playback. In this mode does not work overscanning, and the image is displayed pixel for pixel. What is interesting, when the TV detects the 3D content, THX is turned off - instead it becomes available True Cinema mode.

In addition to our standard reference boards used the High Resolution disc produced by leading Japanese studio authoritative Qtec. Tests with this record proved beyond reasonable doubt, that the image quality generated by P50VT20 is extremely good, and the image is perfectly clear when 1080 lines. Fast movement on LCD screens often causes a drop in resolution, but in the case of plasma display PDP no such thing exists. Details remain crisp no matter the speed of the, and moving objects do not carry any trace of blur. Thanks to Panasonic is ideal for watching both sports, and action movies. As for the audio page, that we are dealing with bamboo speakers back a few years ago. Honestly, the audio can be specified at most as a functional. Do not admire or power, or momentum. But this concerns not only this model, because all flat-panel TVs have problems with this purchase of a set of speakers so it is very desirable.

In general, featured TV and Blu-ray Panasonic are a great duo 3D. As for the depth of three-dimensional image, to stand out from the recently reviewed Samsung's kit, and also a great deal of material 2D. If someone is going to upgrade your home theater system, we consider this model. In addition, a brand new attraction this TV is the ability to connect a webcam TY-CC10 enabling conversations using Skype without a computer.

SPECIFICATIONS TX-P50VT20

HD Ready, Full HD, 1080p/24
3D, Active Shutter - accompanied by two pairs of 3D glasses
Digital tuner DVB-T
Component: One set of
4 x HDMI v1.4

1920×1080 Sound 30W (2 x 10W 10W woofer)
Brightness will.
Contrast (manufacturer's data) 5 000 000:1
Dimensions (without stand) 1224(S)x771(In)x90(g)mm
Weight (without stand) 27.5 kg

Power Consumption: (Standby) the pure white signal 100Ire TX-390W power gets P50VT20; (in Action): Inclusion of the test material has reduced the value to a more friendly 260W

Colour fidelity: Options allow you to control ISFccc get the ideal value of 6500 K. As for the factory modes, both the Warm mode, and THX ensure 6100K

Additional features:
SD card slot with support for AVCHD; Technology 600Hz Sub Field Drive with Intelligent Frame Creation; efficient panel NeoPDP; THX certification; Viera Link CEC; 2 x USB; DLNA compliant (JPEG Support, MP3, DivX, mkv, AVI); portal Viera Cast; optional Wireless LAN; recording video on an external hard drive

FOR
Both TV, and the player is an excellent 2D components; immersive and 3D superpłynny

AGAINST
Okulary należą do not najwygodniejszych; functional diversification of both products

OVERALL ASSESSMENT 5 (on a scale of 1 of 5)

Price 8.999 zł

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