BD-Live: beyond the disc

We understand; this might be difficult to believe. But there is even more to the Blu-ray Disc home theater experience than high-realism full HD 1080p video and startling 7.1-channel uncompressed surround sound. Like BD-Live, for example. In combination with the Pioneer BDP-320's 1GB of built-in memory and ethernet port, BD-Live lets you discover a whole new dimension of the Blu-ray experience. BD-Live is the interactive component of the Blu-ray Disc format that gives you the opportunity to download and enjoy bonus trailers and movie features, participate in online gaming, as well as synchronize viewing, chat live, and video message with other BD-Live users. Because the BDP-320 features built-in memory, you're ready to take advantage of BD-Live functionality right out of the box (with an existing internet connection and BD-Live-compatible disc). Use the integrated USB 2.0 port to connect additional memory devices like thumb drives or external hard drives to expand your BD-Live storage capacity. Not only can the ethernet port be used to access online BD-Live content, but it also serves to give you access to online firmware updates for the BDP-320, keeping you on the cutting edge of the Blu-ray Disc experience.

As the director intended

For the optimal high definition Blu-ray video experience at home, the BDP-320 features True24fps capability. Because all your favorite movies are filmed at 24 frames-per-second (fps) while most home video systems are equipped to display video at 30fps, most standard systems have to subject film-based video content to alterations that make the 24fps content display ay 30fps. While this solves the problem, it also causes others — this alteration often results in the appearance of artifacts, or distortion of the video image. True24fsp capability, on the other hand, offers processing that seamlessly transfers the 24fps content on your favorite Blu-ray movie to your 24fsp-compatible HDTV. Video as the director intended. Further, a PureCinema deinterlacer advances interlaced-scanned video from broadcast TV or DVD to smooth progressive-scan video.

Another word on video

Pioneer's BDP-320 also takes a few extra measures to assure that the video that ultimately reaches your HDTV is as stunning as possible. A Picture Control Suite offers 13 different video adjustments, including Progressive Motion, PureCimena, Detail, White Level, Black Level, Gamma Correction, Hue, and Chroma Level. Also, three different noise-reduction circuits dramatically improve the video signal by removing common sources of error. Based on a pixel-per-pixel basis, 3D Noise Reduction reduces Gaussian Noise without blurring the image. Block and Mosquito Noise Reduction, on the other hand, enhance poorly created content for sharp, detailed video from any source. Finally, BonusView Support allows for viewing of independent high definition simultaneous video streams. This means that your can watch your favorite Blu-ray movie while also watching bonus features at the same time.

HDMIncredible

Bringing you the absolute best in connectivity, Pioneer's BDP-320 features one HDMI output. HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) is the only interface in consumer electronics that can carry both uncompressed high-definition (HD) video and uncompressed multi-channel audio in all HD formats including 720p, 1080i and even 1080p. Your incoming media content comes in a variety of sizes, resolutions and formats, and with that in mind, HDMI systems automatically configure to display that content in the most effective format. Since HDMI carries all channels on video and audio, there is only one cable to plug into any HDMI-enabled source and display device. No more complicated cable set-up when installing your home theater system, and no more ugly cable mess behind your components. HDMI supports standard, enhanced, or high-definition video, plus multi-channel digital audio on this single cable. Also, HDMI is fully backward-compatible with DVI. (Please note that a physical adapter, sold separately, is needed to make the conversion from HDMI to DVI.)

Avoid the 'No Wire' ire

The advent of HDMI has been monumental in the advancement of all your favorite audio and video gadgets. Don't miss out on all that your new BDP-320 offers — in terms of high-definition audio and video connectivity — by leaving a set of HDMI cables off the list. Vann's sales representatives are here to explain all your options, so you can make the best purchase and get the most out of your HD system. Call the 800 number at the top of this page for expert advice.

Features:

• Spectacular 1080p Picture Quality: The BDP-320 provides up to 1920 x 1080p resolution for unrivaled picture quality. And with True 24fps, now see your movies as the director intended.
   
• Deep Color: The BDP-320 supports 48-bit* Deep Color, offering high definition images with superb color detail.
   
• x.v.Color: An advanced feature which greatly broadens the color space input to include 1.8 times as many natural colors than standard RGB signals.
   
• HDMI™ Precision Quartz Lock System (PQLS) Jitterless Transmission (2-ch): By HDMI connection with a compatible Pioneer A/V receiver, CD music is precisely reproduced with minimum jitter.
   
• KURO™ LINK: By connecting the BDP-320 to a Pioneer KURO flat panel TV or monitor and a compatible Pioneer A/V receiver, KURO LINK lets you operate the entire system’s basic functions such as power on/off and playback through KURO’s remote control. The new KURO LINK Video Adjustment System automatically switches to optimal video settings adjusted by unique parameters developed by Pioneer KURO and Blu-ray Disc player engineers.
   
• Picture Control Suite: 13 different video adjustments (Progressive Motion, PureCinema, YNR, CNR, BNR, MNR, Detail, White Level, Black Level, Black Setup, Gamma Correction, Hue, and Chroma Level)
   
• Triple High-Definition NR:
   
• Component Frame NR lowers Gaussian noise without blurring the picture.  
• Block NR minimizes block noise (mosaic-like artifacts).  
• Mosquito NR reduces the fluttery noise around the edges of objects.
• BD-Live™ Compliant (Profile 2.0): Enjoy special disc contents in Picture-in-Picture form, and also download additional content from the internet to the built-in 1GB memory, such as the director’s interview and languages not contained on the disc.**

• USB Input for BD-LIVE™ Contents Storage
   
• 7.1 Channel Analog Audio Outputs: For compatibility with non HDMI equipped receivers and preamps.
   
• Internal Audio Decoders: The BDP-320 features internal decoding of all advanced audio formats including Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby TrueHD, DTS®-HD High Resolution, and DTS-HD Master Audio.
   
• Easy Operation and Setup: New Advanced HD GUIs for easy navigation.
   
• Latest Generation PureCinema Progressive Scan
   
• Multi-Format Compatibility: You can play high definition DVD discs recorded by digital video cameras in AVCHD format. You can also play BD-R/RE, DVD-R/RW, etc. recorded using Blu-ray Disc recorders or DVD recorders as well as CD/CD-R.

• HDMI™ Output  
• Component Video Output  
• Composite Video Output  
• 7.1-Channel Audio Output  
• Optical Digital Output  
• SR Input  
• Ethernet  
• USB Input

Specifications:

• Power Requirements: 110-240 volts for world wide use

Approximate Dimensions:

• Width: 16.56"
• Height: 3.25"
• Depth: 11"

Approximate Weight:

• Unit: 7.69 lbs
• Shipping: 11 lbs