Blu-ray Guide
12/01/2009
Panasonic Z1 plasma gets wireless HD

Showcasing much of their high end TV technology for 2009, the Panasonic Z1 Plasma series features amongst other things wireless HD.

The Z1 can transmit a full 1080p HD signal from its tuner box and also supports the Viera Cast feature wirelessly. Working in conjunction with Amazon's video-on-demand services the Z1 can stream High Definition movies and access Picasa, YouTube, and weather services.

Coming in at a svelte like 1in thick, the Z1 also features Panasonic's 600Hz Sub-field Drive, a contrast ratio of 40,000:1, THX sound certification along with SD memory card compatibility.

600Hz Sub-field Drive increases the rate at which plasma pixels refresh to improve High Definition motion tracking. It is worth noting that the figure is not directly comparable to an LCD refresh rate.

The Z1 arrives in the shape of the 54in TC-P54Z1 this summer.