Folks who have to archive serious amounts of content pour a lot of money into hard drives—but in many cases it would be handy to be able to move some of that content to less-expensive media, like Blu-ray discs. One problem, of course, is that burning to Blu-ray is much slower than writing to hard drives…plus, in the case of video content, you can’t pop hard drives into many consumer disc players.
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Pioneer Elite BDP-23FD Review
Summary
The Pioneer Elite BDP-23FD Blu-ray disc player features Advanced picture Control Suite which allows users to customize their video signal with up to 48-bit deep color perfection. The BDP-23FD offers unrivaled full 1080p output with True 24fps along with 1080p DVD up scaling which makes your standard DVDs also look great. BD-Live is supported along with USB expandable memory with HDD support. The BDP-23FD also offers 7.1 channel surround outputs powered by 4 Burr-Brown audio DACs. The Precision Quartz Locking System (PQLS) ensures jitter-free 2-channel and multi-channel playback.
Pioneer BDP-320 Review
Summary
The Pioneer BDP-320 Blu-ray disc player features an Advanced Picture Control Suite supported by 48-bit deep color. The BDP-320 offers full 1080p output along with 1080p DVD up scaling which makes your standard DVDs also look great. BD-Live is supported along with USB expandable memory with HDD support. The BD-320 also offers 7.1 channel surround outputs powered by 4 Burr-Brown audio DACs.
We haven’t had a chance to fully test this product yet, but we’ve assembled this helpful overview of relevant information on it.
Manufacturer Info
MSRP: $399.00
Available Colors: Black
Pioneer BDP-120 Review
Summary
The Pioneer BDP-120 Blu-ray disc player features a Quick Start Mode which virtually eliminates power-up time. The BDP-120 offers full 1080p output along with 1080p DVD up scaling which makes your standard DVDs also look great. BD-Live is supported along with USB expandable memory (1 GB USB flash drive included). The BD-120 also supports Dolby True-HD and DTS-HD Master Audio decoders.
We haven’t had a chance to fully test this product yet, but we’ve assembled this helpful overview of relevant information on it.
Manufacturer Info
MSRP: $299.00
Available Colors: Black
Pioneer Elite SC-07 Receiver Review
Summary
With that new Blu-ray player and library of accompanying discs, you might find that you also need a new receiver to reap all the benefits that the high-definition format has to offer. After all, without HDMI connections and the ability to decode the latest high-resolution surround sound formats, what’s the point of getting a new Blu-ray player in the first place? For this reason, receivers are making a comeback in what has been, as of late, a video-centric world. Pioneer, calls it the “SBL” era: The era of sexy blue lights. On a positive note, the company’s new Elite SC-07 7.1-channel receiver is the perfect specimen for this epoch.
Pioneer AVIC-F900BT Review
Summary
The Panasonic AVIC-F900BT In-Dash Navigation AV Receiver offers a new generation of voice recognition capability for controlling iPod playback and making calls hands-free via connected Bluetooth-enabled cell phones. The technology accepts and recognizes conversational phrases and language, filters out superfluous sounds and phrases, and the unit will ask additional questions to clarify the request. The AVIC-F900BT comes equipped with a built-in MSN Direct tuner. At a glance, see updated road conditions, search for movie times, find the best gas deals in your area, and get directions.
Pioneer DEH-P7000BT Review
Summary
Featurs built-in microphone for handsfree Bluetooth calling, a USB port for playing files off flash drives, and the iPod integration features have been beefed up to include new alphabetical search modes and — a feature consumers have wanted for years — the ability for a passenger to use the iPod itself to select and play tunes.
Pioneer PDP-6020FD 60-Inch Review
Summary
Open your eyes to a world where black levels are so black, they disappear into an infinite abyss. Colors are so pure, they gush with their own emotions. Prepare yourself for the new world of the Pioneer KURO PDP-6020FD High-Definition 1080p Flat Panel Television.
Brace yourself for a home entertainment experience that will change the way you look at TV forever. Built with uncompromising attention to detail, in extraordinary and beautiful new ways, the Pioneer KURO PDP-6020FD is a world unlike anything that has ever existed before.
Pioneer PDP-5020FD 50-Inch Review
Summary
Optimum Mode automatically analyzes and adjusts audio and video settings according to specific room light conditions and type of light and color. Program content is also monitored and finely adjusted so movies, sports and news are all faithfully reproduced. Smooth Film mode eliminates motion jitter in 3:2 Pulldown (60Hz), providing natural even playback of film content.
Pioneer BDP-51FD Review
Summary
Elevating the high definition experience in home theaters, Pioneer Electronics presents the BDP-51FD BonusView Blu-ray Disc player with support of next generation high resolution audio and video formats that fulfill the emotional experience of high end entertainment. Featuring picture-in-picture interactivity and a redesigned platform that significantly improves overall performance, this player works in tandem with Pioneer’s KURO displays and A/V receivers to provide film enthusiasts the most true-to-life reproduction of HD feature films.
