Panasonic SC-BT200EB Home Cinema

TEROKNOR · 06-07-2009, 10:11 AM

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Originally Posted by RottenFox

its simple to understand..
it means region free for dvd, but blu-rays are locked at uk only..it says it plain and clear.!

"This player has been modified to play DVD regions 1-6. (Region B only for Blu-Ray)"

and "official firmware updates", means that the player can still be updated even though its modified, maybe if new features,or fixes are available...but NOT region free for blu-ray, ever..

Thanks for clearing that up.

Looks like I'll just have to find a chip to get it done.

TEROKNOR · 06-07-2009, 12:36 PM

Strange request.............

Does anyone have a High Quality picture of the main circuit board for this machine???

*morty192* · 10-07-2009, 2:42 PM

Thinking of getting this system but am just wondering why in America this system is a 7.1 suurond sound yet here in the UK it is sold as 5.1? also what is the model number of the BLU Ray player that comes with this system just wondering lol. Also is this system to be recommended for a Tech noob who has just purchased a 42" G10 Panny and would very much likes the idea of the Viera Link and the one remote function!

russo109 · 10-07-2009, 6:11 PM

Hi I've just upgraded from Panasonic DVD home cinema system to the bluray system. Very impressed with the sound quality, the sub woofer adds a very meaty bass to the system compared with my 350. Just watched Gran Torin, and the souped up cars sound very realistic. Picture is ok but I've yet to be overwhelmed by bluray picture (had a PS3 before) may be that my panasonic does a good job with SD (TX-37LZD70) and the tv is 37inch that its not that noticeable.

Viera link works well all from either the TV or home cinema remote control

I assume that the system is 5.1 here as they believe most UK lounges aren't big enough to warrant 7.1 - From what I've read you need a big room to gain any benefit of a 7.1 system

*morty192* · 11-07-2009, 8:24 PM

So what does everyone who has this system think of it?

Liquid · 13-07-2009, 10:31 AM

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Originally Posted by russo109

Hi I've just upgraded from Panasonic DVD home cinema system to the bluray system. Very impressed with the sound quality, the sub woofer adds a very meaty bass to the system compared with my 350. Just watched Gran Torin, and the souped up cars sound very realistic. Picture is ok but I've yet to be overwhelmed by bluray picture (had a PS3 before) may be that my panasonic does a good job with SD (TX-37LZD70) and the tv is 37inch that its not that noticeable.

Viera link works well all from either the TV or home cinema remote control

I assume that the system is 5.1 here as they believe most UK lounges aren't big enough to warrant 7.1 - From what I've read you need a big room to gain any benefit of a 7.1 system

You say you had a PS3 before - is the Blu-Ray picture quality better than the PS3 can produce?

russo109 · 13-07-2009, 4:44 PM

I must admit I cant tell the difference between the PS3 and the 200 in terms of picture quality but havent really had chance to watch many blu rays in the last week.

Watched a DVD on the 200 last night and the upscaling was very good better than my 350. The main advantage so far over the PS3 is fan noise and the fact that I have 5.1 lossless sound which my 350 couldnt decode via optical from the PS3.

The Viera Cast is interesting but only has u tube and picasso at the moment- videos through utube look very good considering they are being displayed on a large TV

Liquid · 14-07-2009, 8:27 AM

Ok cool, thanks for that. I'm hoping it will be a step up in quality from Sky HD.

It looks as though I'll be getting this system. I've seen it for £449 on PRCDirect & I think that represents good value for money

I need to buy the wireless box for the rears though so that'll add another £80 (ish) to the overall price...

hybridtheory · 15-07-2009, 6:04 PM

Hi

I've tried playing cd's and my iPod through the BT-200 and only get sound from the front and centre speakers. Is this normal or can I set it up to play sound from all 5 speakers?

Thanks

Baz

**RottenFox** · 16-07-2009, 9:34 AM

yeh, it would be as its a stereo feed your giving it.
play about with the sound fields, like pro logic,etc, and the old hall/jazz thing..

Boris360 · 24-07-2009, 11:12 AM

Does this system work with the harmony one remote?
I heard that the bt100 wasn't compatible with the H one and wondered whether this was the same?

mr.black79 · 24-07-2009, 1:13 PM

Looks like I’ll have to invest in an all in one to make life easier for the family. So long as I can find one that’s performs well, it would be more convenient. Currently I’m using 3 remotes, can clearly hear the PS3 fan during quiet scenes, it’s a pain searching for the subs on switch with my joint pain, and we have 6 plugs in the mains. From what I’ve read the PS3 takes a lot of power during BD playback, so all things considered it’s time for a change.

I was going to go for the Sony BDV-E300, but a review of the BDV-E500 gave an average score, saying the HD surround is muffled and not much better than SD surround. If that’s the case then I doubt the E300 will fare much better, which leaves the SC-BT200.

From what I’ve read the HD audio is excellent, but the video did not perform as well as Pana standalones in benchmark tests.

I’m happy with the PS3’s pq, but can anyone tell me how the SC-BT200 compares to the PS3 for pq?

mr.black79 · 25-07-2009, 1:04 PM

I’m also wondering about the sub. With it’s left facing speaker cone, it would be about 5 inches from our wall, I wonder if that would make a difference, or it might be a problem, say booming bass bouncing off the wall?

I know some subs have their speakers facing the floor or the ceiling, so it prob doesn’t matter but I’d like to be sure. So far this system is looking like the best option.

sunderland · 26-07-2009, 10:32 AM

hybridtheory does it have a fan on the back mate and if so is it quiet as going to go for this,it got good reviews in what hi-fi
Panasonic SC-BT200 Home Cinema in a Box review - from the experts at whathifi.com
first step into hd sound so hope its ok

hybridtheory · 26-07-2009, 10:38 AM

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Originally Posted by sunderland

hybridtheory does it have a fan on the back mate and if so is it quiet as going to go for this,it got good reviews in what hi-fi
Panasonic SC-BT200 Home Cinema in a Box review - from the experts at whathifi.com
first step into hd sound so hope its ok

Hi

Yes it does have a fan at the back and its very quiet, I dont even notice it. Go to this link to download the manual: http://www.panasonic.co.uk/html/en_G...689/index.html

Baz

sunderland · 26-07-2009, 10:53 AM

so you happy with then hybridtheory and thanks for the link

hybridtheory · 26-07-2009, 10:58 AM

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Originally Posted by sunderland

so you happy with then hybridtheory and thanks for the link

Hi

Yeah I'm more than happy with it, its my first surround sound kit and I have a small bedroom so it does everything I need it to do. Make sure u hook it up to a router if u can, theres been a few firmware updates since I bought mine. Think 1.5 is the latest firmware.

Baz

sunderland · 26-07-2009, 11:58 AM

will do mate and thanks for the help

*morty192* · 26-07-2009, 9:21 PM

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Originally Posted by hybridtheory

Hi

Yeah I'm more than happy with it, its my first surround sound kit and I have a small bedroom so it does everything I need it to do. Make sure u hook it up to a router if u can, theres been a few firmware updates since I bought mine. Think 1.5 is the latest firmware.

Baz

Got the system but wont be plugging it into the ethernet however looking at the website for firmware updates 1.4 is listed as most recent so should i expect one in the next few days?

sunderland · 26-07-2009, 9:42 PM

just checked and it looks as if 1.4 is the latest version

hybridtheory · 27-07-2009, 7:21 AM

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Originally Posted by sunderland

just checked and it looks as if 1.4 is the latest version

Hi

My apologies, 1.4 is the latest version and not 1.5 as I'd said in an earlier post. Sorry for the confusion.

Baz

hybridtheory · 27-07-2009, 7:25 AM

Hi

Have either of u guys noticed that u have to turn the sound up quiet a bit to hear it. I normally have to turn mine up to 16 or 18.

Baz

*morty192* · 27-07-2009, 1:14 PM

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Originally Posted by hybridtheory

Hi

Have either of u guys noticed that u have to turn the sound up quiet a bit to hear it. I normally have to turn mine up to 16 or 18.

Baz

I have the system but don't have plugged in

have to wait for M+S to deliver my G10 taking forever 3 weeks all because we live in Northern Ireland but should be here by this Friday hopefully if not i will not be impressed but that's for another thread i guess lol. When it arrives i'll let you know what I think mate!

hybridtheory · 27-07-2009, 1:43 PM

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Originally Posted by morty192

I have the system but don't have plugged in

have to wait for M+S to deliver my G10 taking forever 3 weeks all because we live in Northern Ireland but should be here by this Friday hopefully if not i will not be impressed but that's for another thread i guess lol. When it arrives i'll let you know what I think mate!

Hi

You should have bought it from Sam's Yer Man in Belfast/Newtownards. I bought my V10 and BT200 from the Belfast branch.

Baz

*morty192* · 27-07-2009, 9:33 PM

*morty192* · 28-07-2009, 7:30 PM

so what do you think of the SC BT200 then please with. and whats its ipod playback like?

TEROKNOR · 29-07-2009, 5:12 PM

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Originally Posted by morty192

I have the system but don't have plugged in

have to wait for M+S to deliver my G10 taking forever 3 weeks all because we live in Northern Ireland but should be here by this Friday hopefully if not i will not be impressed but that's for another thread i guess lol. When it arrives i'll let you know what I think mate!

Marks and Spencer sell TV's?? Was it a good price?

roy123 · 30-07-2009, 10:38 PM

hello all,

noob when it comes to av gadgets but interested in getting a 200ebk as its perfect for my budget and a lot less hassle than the seperates route!

just wanted to ask about the connections..if im watching sky or freesat can i still experience the full surround sound as the system is quoted not to have an optical connection on the comet website and argo catalogue!

i really want to get this system to compliment the v10 i want to get next weekend!

any feedback will be appreciated!

cheers

roy

hybridtheory · 31-07-2009, 5:57 AM

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Originally Posted by roy123

hello all,

noob when it comes to av gadgets but interested in getting a 200ebk as its perfect for my budget and a lot less hassle than the seperates route!

just wanted to ask about the connections..if im watching sky or freesat can i still experience the full surround sound as the system is quoted not to have an optical connection on the comet website and argo catalogue!

i really want to get this system to compliment the v10 i want to get next weekend!

any feedback will be appreciated!

cheers

roy

Hi

The BT200 has two optical connections, see the link to the manual I posted on one of the other pages. The V10 has an optical connection that will give you sound for Freesat and the other optical connection, connect to your Sky HD box. Thats how my parents have their BT200 and V10 connected and it works a treat.

Baz

roy123 · 31-07-2009, 10:39 AM

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Originally Posted by hybridtheory

Hi

The BT200 has two optical connections, see the link to the manual I posted on one of the other pages. The V10 has an optical connection that will give you sound for Freesat and the other optical connection, connect to your Sky HD box. Thats how my parents have their BT200 and V10 connected and it works a treat.

Baz

i haven't got sky hd yet just the regular one for the time being. will it still work if the current sky box doesn't have an optical connection?