{"id":138376,"date":"2021-11-18T05:30:06","date_gmt":"2021-11-18T05:30:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.techweekmag.com\/?p=138376"},"modified":"2023-10-18T07:18:41","modified_gmt":"2023-10-18T06:18:41","slug":"pannde-pd-6-review-4k-ultra-hd-elite-video-player","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.stereoindex.com\/tech\/uncategorized\/pannde-pd-6-review-4k-ultra-hd-elite-video-player\/","title":{"rendered":"Pannde PD-6: 4K Ultra HD Elite Video Player"},"content":{"rendered":"

The Chinese manufacturer unveiled its new 4K UHD Blu-ray player in the high-end segment towards the end of 2021.\u00a0This creation can be called a dream player, if you do not take into account the fact that the manufacturer ignores almost all official associations.<\/p>\n

Besides HDR10, the Pannde PD-6 Elite also supports Dolby Vision, has two HDMI outputs, and can also play DVD-Audio and SACD.\u00a0In our Pannde PD-6 Elite 4K Ultra HD review below, we will try to consider its main advantages and disadvantages, if any.<\/p>\n

Pannde PD-6 – Preview<\/h2>\n

Before diving into this 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray Player, please be aware from the outset that Pannde is not a member of the Blu-ray Association.\u00a0Where the “dual operating system” from Oppo and Pioneer came from is still unknown.\u00a0Moreover, the playback of ISO and MKV files does not accurately indicate that the Disc Association rules are being followed.<\/p>\n

In addition to the above, you should be aware that the device does not have a European CE certificate.\u00a0However, the manufacturer provides a one-year warranty.\u00a0So, these facts should be considered before buying.\u00a0Those who do not want to risk such a sum of money should be better off using the tried and tested\u00a0Panasonic UB820\u00a0or\u00a0UB9000 models\u00a0or the new players from\u00a0Reavon\u00a0.<\/p>\n

Design<\/h3>\n

Unlike some Blu-ray players of the same class, the build and appearance of the Pannde PD-6 Elite really matches the class of the premium segment. On the other hand, there are no customer reviews yet to confirm this information. The front of the Blu-ray Pande PD-6 Elite 4K is made of brushed aluminum.<\/p>\n

In addition to the PD-6 Blu-ray player itself, the package includes the following accessories: a remote control, a power cord with a European plug, two batteries, and an HDMI 4K cable.\u00a0The total weight of 16.2 kilograms speaks for a quality chassis.\u00a0Device dimensions (W * D * H): 430 x 400 x 120 mm.\u00a0The packaging itself has dimensions: (W * D * H): 500 x 430 x 150 mm.<\/p>\n

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Possibilities<\/h3>\n

As for the capabilities of Pannde’s PD-6, it can also handle\u00a0Dolby Atmos\u00a0and\u00a0DTS: X\u00a0in addition to the usual other audio formats.\u00a0It has the ability to handle discs such as UHD Blu-ray, Blu-ray 3D, DVD and CD, as well as a huge range of media files that can be connected to the media player via the USB 3.0 port.<\/p>\n

A MediaTek MT8581 processor is installed as a SoC.\u00a0A bit confusing is Pannde’s claim that the player uses two operating systems.\u00a0They should be based on the\u00a0Oppo UDP-205\u00a0on the one hand\u00a0and the\u00a0Pioneer LX800\u00a0on the other\u00a0.\u00a0Pannde’s own Blu-ray UHD PD-6 Elite uses Sony’s disc loader.<\/p>\n

Connections<\/h3>\n

The Pannde PD-6 Elite Patch Panel offers a full suite of Hi-Fi connections, including two HDMI ports, two USB ports (USB 3.0 and USB 2.0) and analog XLR stereo connectors (balanced and unbalanced).\u00a0Ethernet, two XLR and two RCA connectors are also available.\u00a0There is also a TosLink optical output on board.<\/p>\n

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Pannde PD-6 specifications<\/h2>\n

4K Ultra HD video<\/h3>\n

Plays 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray Disc or 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray Disc with HEVC, H.264, VP9 4K and Hi10P encoding.<\/p>\n

High dynamic range<\/h3>\n

High dynamic range (HDR) and wide color gamut (BT.2020, BT.709) are processed in HDR10 and Dolby Vision.<\/p>\n

HDR to SDR converter<\/h3>\n

Convert HDR to SDR for older displays as well as converting between different color spaces like BT.2020, BT.709.<\/p>\n

Video options<\/h3>\n

The PD-6 Elite media player features a MediaTek MT8581 multimedia system for 4K UHD playback and upscaling.\u00a0The MT8581 has video decoders: HEVC, H.264 and VP9 4K 60p for 4K (3840×2160) video content, as well as MPEG-1\/2\/4, VP9, \u200b\u200bVP8, and VC-1 2K 60p video decoders for older format content.<\/p>\n

3D sound<\/h3>\n

The PD-6 delivers great sound for music and movie soundtracks with object-oriented immersive audio formats such as Dolby Atmos and DTS: X.<\/p>\n

High-precision Sony disc loader<\/h3>\n

Sony’s high-precision balanced optical laser disc loader ensures smooth and reliable playback of all types of discs.<\/p>\n

Exceptional workmanship<\/h3>\n

Brushed aluminum front panel, robust steel housing and gold-plated connectors.<\/p>\n

Multimedia<\/h3>\n

In addition to 4K Ultra HD, Blu-ray player also supports Blu-ray 3D, DVD Video, DVD-Audio, SACD (Hybrid DSD-Multichannel, DSD-Stereo, CD Layer) Audio.\u00a0Recording media such as BD-R, BDR-DL, BD-RW, DVD-R, CD-R, CD-RW are also supported.<\/p>\n

USB media player<\/h3>\n

The PD-6 has a USB 3.0 port on the rear panel and another USB2.0 port on the front panel.\u00a0It allows users to play content from external media, including ISO and MKV files.<\/p>\n

Network access<\/h3>\n

With the Gigabit LAN port, the player easily connects to your home network, thereby providing access to multimedia stored on a server or NAS.<\/p>\n

Lossless audio output<\/h3>\n

Audio files can be played losslessly in AIFF, WAV, ALAC, APE and FLAC formats, and DSD audio files can be played directly via a stereo section (XLR) or multi-channel system.\u00a0Thanks to the professional DAC CS9038PRO, it is possible to process analog signals.<\/p>\n

Two HDMI outputs<\/h3>\n

The player has two HDMI outputs.\u00a0These are HDMI2.0 (audio \/ video) output and HDMI 1.4 audio jack.\u00a0Separate transmission of video and audio signals is designed to prevent signal noise.<\/p>\n

Analog stereo connections<\/h3>\n

2x XLR (balanced \/ unbalanced) + 2x Chinch \/ RCA<\/p>\n

Accessories included<\/h3>\n

Remote control, HDMI 4K cable, EU plug adapter.\u00a0Power consumption: 45 W \/ 0.5 W (standby), voltage: 110-240 V.
\nManufacturer’s warranty 12 months.<\/p>\n

Pannde PD-6 Price<\/strong>
\nDon’t expect it to be cheap if this model is made in China.\u00a0The exact price has not yet been announced.\u00a0The estimated price will definitely exceed 2,000 euros.\u00a0In Europe, distributors such as CineUltra.eu will take over the distribution of this model.<\/p>\n

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Pannde PD-6 and PD-670 differences<\/h2>\n

In conclusion of the PD-6 review from Pannde, it is worth adding that the company has released another Pannde PD-670 video player.\u00a0So what makes the PD-6 different from the PD-670?\u00a0Let’s start with the fact that the price of the PD-670 will be noticeably lower.\u00a0The premium PD-6 is designed for audiophiles.\u00a0The main differences are the reinforced steel casing and the double transformer on the premium model.<\/p>\n

The PD-6 also features custom-made capacitors and a patch panel with gold-plated connectors.\u00a0Since the PD-6 is intended for audiophiles, the DAC ESS CS9038PRO DAC is superior to the Burr-Brown PCM1795 installed in the PD-670.\u00a0On the other hand, the younger model has a compartment for connecting an HD 3.5 \u2033 drive up to 10 TB.\u00a0The\u00a0Dune HD Pro Vision 4K Solo\u00a0media player has a similar hard drive bay\u00a0.<\/p>\n

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