Panasonic To Launch First Blu-ray Recorders Capable Of Playing Back BD-Video Discs
ASUS Introduces P5N32-SLI Premium/WiFi-AP Quad-SLI Motherboard
Panasonic To Launch First Blu-ray Recorders Capable Of Playing Back BD-Video Discs
Panasonic unveiled the world's first Blu-ray Disc recorders that can play back BD-Video discs. The Blu-ray DIGA DMR-BW200 and DMR-BR100 can record high-definition imagery on BD-RE rewritable discs and dub from the built-in hard-disk drive to BD discs at 4x speed without compromising video or audio quality. Packed with innovative features, the new BD recorders will be available in Japan from November 15.
The new models support single-layer 25 GB and dual-layer 50 GB BD discs (BD-RE and BD-R). Users can record up to six hours of high-definition programs on a 50 GB BD disc. In addition, the DMR-BW200 and DMR-BR100 come with a built-in HDD with a huge capacity, 500 GB and 200 GB, respectively.
The DMR-BW200 is equipped with a total of seven TV tuners including two tuners each for terrestrial, BS and 110-degree CS digital broadcasts and one analogue TV tuner. That enables users to record two digital TV programs simultaneously on the HDD. Users can also record one program on the HDD while recording one on a BD-RE disc.
Thanks to Panasonic's image processing technologies, the DMR-BW200 and DMR-BR100 can record and reproduce images in high quality. The new DIGAs' image processing engines include Panasonic's own HD Optimizer that automatically detects and suppresses noise that is unique to digital broadcasting. The engines also incorporate a video converter that can record images with details when down-converting from HD to SD (standard definition) to store on DVD discs. The reverse is also the case - when connected to a TV via an HDMI cable, the converter can up-convert SD content to HD to reproduce high resolution images.
The new BD recorders exemplify Panasonic's efforts in making high-tech products easy-to-operate. For example, the two models feature Playback Navigation that can automatically sort programs recorded using weekly or daily programmed recording function into appropriate folders. They also provide easy operation with VIERA Link single remote control. When used with other home theater components that support the VIERA Link, users can operate the components including a recorder, TV and home theater receiver with just one remote.
In addition, the DMR-BW200 supports i.LINK that enables users to copy D-VHS high-definition videos onto the built-in HDD. Users can create a library of high-definition videos by transferring from the HDD to BD discs. The two models also have an SD Memory Card slot to provide connectivity with other SD enabled products.
All these innovative features are packed in a compact body - 430x85x330mm. The 85-mm height is the thinnest in the industry and the compact and slim design matches perfectly with flat-panel TVs.
The DMR-BW200 and DMR-BR100 support a variety of media including HDD, BD-RE, BD-R, DVD-RAM, DVD-R, DVD-R DL and DVD-RW for recording, and HDD, BD-RE, BD-R, DVD-RAM, DVD-R, +R, DVD-R DL, +R DL, DVD-RW, +RW, DVD-Video, BD-Video, music CD, CD-R and CD-RW for playback.
Source: Panasonic
ASUS Introduces P5N32-SLI Premium/WiFi-AP Quad-SLI Motherboard
ASUSTeK Computer Inc. today introduced the P5N32-SLI premium/WiFi-AP motherboard, which leveraged Quad-SLI technology, Intel's Core2 Extreme support, and a third PCI Express x16 slot for Nvidia's upcoming physics card to deliver superior gaming realism.
The SupremeFX audio card and DTS connect combined to offer improved sound quality to go with the video power. The SupremeFX offers enhanced signal-to-noise ratio, while DTS connect, with 24bit/192kHz full sampling in all 7.1 surround channel, delivers exhilarating surround sound for games, MP3, WMA, CD, etc.
The motherboard, of course, included a wide range of proprietary features found only on ASUS solutions: 8-phase power design, WiFi-AP Solo (wireless connection even when the system sleeps), Stack Cool and Copper Heat Pipe, AI Nap, AI Gear.
Specification summary:
- Quad-SLI Ready
- Intel Core2 Extreme/Core2 Duo Ready
- Intel Pentium Extreme/Pentium D/Pentium 4/Celeron D Ready
- NVIDIA nForce 590 SLI Intel Edition
- Dual-channel DDR2-800(OC)/667/533
- SupremeFX/DTS connect/Array Mic/Noise Filter
Source: ASUSTeK Computer Inc.
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