Panasonic DMP-BD10PP, Service Manual

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2. HD Image Quality Video
In addition to the MPEG-2 format used by DVD-Video, the
BD-Video disc uses video codes, such as MPEG-4 AVC
and VC-1, which deliver high image quality using high
compression rates. The data transfer speed is 48 Mbps,
which is about three times faster than DVD. A future plan
also calls for a further increase in the data transfer speed.
These technologies allow long-time playback of content
with high-definition image quality.
3. High-Quality Surround Sound
The BD-Video disc optionally supports next-generation
surround sound formats like Dolby® Digital Plus. Con-
necting a BD-Video player to an AV center using an
HDMI(*2) cable enables linear PCM multi-channel data
transfer. This makes it possible to reproduce high-quality
7.1-channel surround sound with each channel offering
DVD-Audio quality, delivering a surround sound experi-
ence that rivals the quality of the master audio source.
(*2) HDMI Ver. 1.1 and newer.
4. BD-J for Extensive Interactive Functions
The BD-Video disc is equipped with an extended function
based on Java™(*1) technology, called BD-J, to provide
various interactive features. For example, this can be
used to program various operations, such as displaying a
pop-up menu while playing a BD-Video disc, and activat-
ing a keyword search. With unlimited application possibil-
ities, BD-J offers interactive enjoyment that is simply not
possible with conventional AV software.
5. Extensive Support for Both Hardware and Software
The Blu-ray Disc specifications have been established
mainly by leading electronics, PC and gaming manufac-
turers around the world, including Panasonic. These com-
panies will support BD promotion by introducing a variety
of hardware. A number of major motion picture production
companies have expressed their support. A variety of
software can be expected to hit the market before long.
5.4. Region codes of BD ROM:
• Region A/1: North America, South America, East Asia
except for China (India, Japan, Korea, Thailand, Malaysia
etc.)
• Region B/2: Europe and Africa
• Region C/3: China, Russia and other countries
5.5. Features of DMP-BD10
1. Ultimate picture quality
2. Superb sound quality
3. Utmost compatibility with existing Optical Discs