Simplay Labs has announced that Samsung's BD-P1200 Blu-ray player is the first high definition DVD player to pass its Simplay HD Testing Programme.
The Programme is designed to help consumers to identify HD components that work well together to provide a consistent "plug and play" user experience, and maximise their access to premium HD content.
Included are tests on performance, robustness, and interoperability. Simplay Labs requires interface testing as well as real-world compatibility testing. Based on real-life usage situations that consumers encounter with HD equipment, Simplay Labs' interoperability testing involves plugging devices into a suite of other HD devices available on the market.
With the test passed, this gives Samsung the right to place the Simplay HD logo on the BD-P1200.
"We are thrilled to see Samsung join the growing number of quality- conscious manufacturers that value our testing program and are taking steps to ensure that their products meet Simplay HD approval," said Joseph Lias, president of Simplay Labs, LLC. "The Simplay HD logo will give consumers the peace of mind that their CE products will work together, and should mean fewer returns for Samsung and retailers of Samsung products."
Other products that meet the required standards can be seen at the SimplayLabs web site. Other HD manufacturers are also participating in the testing programme.
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