6 reviews

Panasonic SC-BT200

$600.00 Released April, 2009

The Pros:Automatic speaker calibration with an included microphone. Integrated iPod dock compatible with almost all iPods - unofficially the iPhone is required to be in airplane mode. Upconversion of DVD content well handled, looks close to HD.

The Cons:Limited number of inputs available. No video inputs (such as HDMI) - limited functionality as an audio receiver only. Automatic setup with still requires some work on the user's end to get it right.

The Panasonic SC-BT200 is part of the newly announced high-end Blu-ray player line from Panasonic, which was unveiled at the 2009 CES event in Las Vegas. The SC-BT200 is at the lower end of the spectrum being one of two models; the other is the Panasonic SC-BT300.

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Both models feature 7.1 channel audio, wireless rear speakers, and an integrated iPod device dock for custom media (video, audio, and photos) viewing via a home television. The diaphragm of the front center channel speakers are made out of a unique bamboo fiber which is specifically designed to reproduce crystal clear sound quality at a wide range of frequencies. Smart setup technology allows users to configure their device quickly and easily through the custom GUI displayed on-screen. Both Blu-ray devices offer an optional connection to the internet so that users can experience BD-Live content; the internet connection also allows users to take advantage of the VIERA cast and Amazon Video-On-Demand (VOD) content to provide additional media options. The SC-BT200 Blu-ray device has a total 1,000 watt output; and uses 20% less power when compared to Panasonic's previous Blu-ray models (SC-BT100).

Features

High end Blu-ray media player
7.1 channel audio
Wireless rear channel speakers
Integrated iPod device dock with full media playback support (video, audio, photo)
Bamboo fiber speaker diaphragms; meaning crystal clear audio and sound
Smart setup technology for easy user configuration
BD-Live support and ethernet port for internet connection; additional VIERA and Amazon VOD support
1,000 watt total output
Estimated release: Spring 2009

The picture above is actually the SC-BT300 model; both models are nearly identical in physical design.

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Pros

4

automatic speaker calibration with an included microphone
3

integrated iPod dock compatible with almost all iPods - unofficially the iPhone is required to be in airplane mode
2

upconversion of DVD content well handled, looks close to HD
1

wireless ready with included trancievers - nothing extra to buy
1

full 7.1 speaker configuration - superior to the majority of 5.1 systems offered
1

affordable price point
1

good sound quality
1

small, minimalist speakers / sub
1

built-in Blu-ray player
1

space saving Blu-ray player / receiver design

Cons

3

limited number of inputs available
3

no video inputs (such as HDMI) - limited functionality as an audio receiver only
1

automatic setup with still requires some work on the user's end to get it right
1

wire for rear speakers is shorter than it should be
1

can't create loud volume in a larger living space
1

limited online streaming functionality - misses the biggest names such as Netflix and Pandora
1

lacks the versatility of a separate Blu-ray player and receiver for power users
-1

no eject button on the remote