Black happy "petit dishwashing", Panasonic "NP-TCR1-CK" introduction note: complete self-sufficiency non-fiction (1/3 page)

The "NP-TCR1-CK" released by Panasonic in February is an epoch-making dishwasher in two ways. The compact design is Uri's "petit dishwashing liquid", and the cool appearance of the black color found in white goods. I was impressed by the excellent product strategy that focused on living alone and the DINKs, and I bought it unintentionally.

The color of interest is called "common black". This is the common color of the "NIGHT COLOR series" sold by Panasonic as "home appliances for Arasa". We also have a lineup of drum-type washing machines, refrigerators, and air purifiers of the same color. In my case, the refrigerator and coffee maker were also black, so I decided to introduce it though it was Alafor.

The "Petit Dishwashing" series, including the NP-TCR1-CK, features a "drainer basket size" with a footprint of 47 cm in width and a depth of 30 cm. However, it is a machine that puts 18 dishes (nominal value) in it and wash it with a stream of water. The height (46 cm) is reasonable, and it is necessary to install water absorption and drainage pipes. Before actually introducing it, I was quite worried about where to install it in the kitchen.

However, IT is still on the side of consumers.

Virtual installation with AR

Panasonic provides an installation simulation application "Home Appliance AR for Panasonic" using AR (Augmented Reality) for iOS / Android. Install this on your favorite iPhone 4S, download the "AR marker" from the Panasonic site, print it out in A4 size, and place it in the candidate site for the dishwasher. When you look through the iPhone camera, a dishwasher of almost the actual size appears on the screen, and you can see the image after installation.

Around February, this app could only select white petit dishwashing liquid, but now it is possible to select black with an update. The AR dishwasher can also open the door, so does the door interfere with the loading and unloading of dishes? You can also check such points. Unfortunately, it doesn't reproduce the branch water washing and the water supply / drainage pipes, but there is no help for it. In the app, you can capture the screen with the AR dishwasher displayed, so if you show it to the person in charge at the store, is the attached hose enough? It seems that you will be able to answer such questions.

By the way, the branch faucet is attached to the faucet to supply water to the dishwasher, and a dedicated faucet is required for each type of faucet. Prices range from a few thousand yen to a few thousand yen, and if it is high, it will be a small expense, so you should consider that cost when purchasing. In addition, when you go to a home appliance store, it is quick to talk about the faucet manufacturer and model number.

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