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Player DP-UB820 Model No. Firmware updates Panasonic is constantly improving the unit’s firmware to ensure that our customers are enjoying the latest technology. Panasonic recommends updating your firmware as soon as you are notified. For details, refer to “Firmware updates” ( 18) or http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/ (This site is in English only.)
Precautions CAUTION Unit ≥ This unit utilizes a laser. Use of controls or adjustments or WARNING performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure. ≥ Do not place sources of naked flames, such as lighted Unit candles, on this unit.
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You must be aware of these limits before using this unit. This unit adopts the following technology for copyright protection. Panasonic will in no way be responsible for any incidental Cinavia Notice damage which may arise due to a failure to obey these limits, This product uses Cinavia technology to limit the use of or to any condition of use or disuse of this unit.
Playback....19 Range (HDR) compatible TV.” Enjoying Network Service ..22 1) When you use a Panasonic TV that is compatible with 4K/High Dynamic Range Home Network feature ..23 (HDR) and was released in 2015 or later, VIERA Link .
Getting started Accessories Unit and media care Getting started ∫ Clean this unit with a soft, dry Check the supplied accessories before using this cloth unit. Remote control ≥ Never use alcohol, paint thinner or benzine to (N2QAYB001147) clean this unit. Batteries for remote control ≥...
Getting started Playable media Device Media markings Device types Contents format Ultra HD Blu-ray* Video BD-Video Video BD-RE Video, BD-RE DL JPEG, MPO BD-R Video, MKV, BD-R DL JPEG, MPO DVD-Video Video Video, AVCHD, MKV, DVD-R JPEG, MPO, AAC, AIFF, ALAC, DSD (DFF, DSF), FLAC, MP3, WAV, DVD-R DL...
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Getting started ∫ Types of discs that cannot be ∫ USB device played by this unit ≥ Connect a USB device while the Home screen Any other disc that is not specifically is displayed. supported or previously described. ≥ This unit does not guarantee connection with all USB devices.
TV operation buttons control code. ( You can operate the Panasonic TV using this unit’s remote control. Some buttons may not work depending on the TV. Select title numbers, etc./Enter numbers or...
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≥ When inserting a media item, ensure that it is facing the correct way, which is the right side facing up. ≥ If you connect a Panasonic product with a USB connection cable, the setup screen may be displayed on the connected equipment.
When outputting 1080p or 24p (4K) signal, please use HDMI cables 5.0 meters or less. It is recommended that you use Panasonic’s HDMI cable. ≥ If you connect this unit to a 4K-compatible TV and perform “Easy Settings”, 4K (50p/60p) will be automatically selected.
Getting started Connecting to an amplifier/receiver Enjoying video with a 4K-compatible TV and audio with an amplifier You can enjoy richer sound by using the HDMI AUDIO OUT terminal. (Audio is output in high resolution.) HDMI cable (18 Gbps) HDMI cable HDMI IN HDMI IN Amplifier/receiver...
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Getting started Enjoying audio with an amplifier connected to the OPTICAL/2ch AUDIO OUT/7.1ch AUDIO OUT terminal Setting Set the following items in the setup menu ( 29): ≥ Set “HDMI(VIDEO) Output Mode” to “Automatic ( Video Only / Video+Audio )”. ( ≥...
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Getting started Connecting an amplifier to a 4K-compatible TV 3D or 4K images can be played back when this unit is connected to a 3D or 4K compatible TV. ≥ This connection only supports up to 5.1ch. ≥ To connect a TV and amplifier with an HDMI cable, connecting terminals on both the TV and amplifier must be ARC-compatible.
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Getting started Enjoying video with a 4K-compatible TV in combination with a 2K-compatible projector and an amplifier that is connected to the OPTICAL/2ch AUDIO OUT/7.1ch AUDIO OUT terminal HDMI cable HDMI cable (18 Gbps) HDMI IN HDMI IN Projector (2K-compatible) Amplifier/receiver Setting Set the following items in the setup menu (...
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Getting started Enjoying video with a 4K-compatible TV in combination with a 2K-compatible projector and an amplifier that is connected to the HDMI AUDIO OUT terminal and another amplifier that is connected to the OPTICAL/2ch AUDIO OUT/7.1ch AUDIO OUT terminal HDMI cable HDMI cable (18 Gbps)
Getting started Connecting to the network The following services can be used when this unit is connected to broadband. ≥ Firmware can be updated ( ≥ You can enjoy BD-Live/Network Service ( 21, 22) ≥ You can access other devices (Home Network) ( ≥...
Getting started Settings Easy Network Setting The following settings can be performed anytime After completing “Easy Settings”, you can perform in the Setup menu. ( 33, 34) “Easy Network Setting”. Easy Settings Select “Wired” or “Wireless” and press [OK]. After connecting your new player for the first time and pressing [Í], the basic settings screen will Easy Network Setting appear.
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Current Installed Version: X.XX Do you want to start firmware update? For the update information, please visit the following website: ≥ If your wireless network is encrypted, http://panasonic.net/support/ Encryption Key input screen will be displayed. Input the encryption key of your network. RETURN Select “Yes”...
Playback HOME menu Playback Playback Major functions of this unit can be operated from Insert the media. the HOME menu. Playback starts depending on the media. Preparation Select the item to play and press [OK]. Turn on the TV and select the appropriate video Repeat this step if necessary.
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Playback Search/Slow motion Show the status messages Search While playing, press [PLAYBACK INFO.]. You can check the detailed video content* While playing, press [SEARCH6] or playback status. [SEARCH5]. ≥ Ultra HD Blu-ray, MKV, MP4 and MPEG2: Video attribute information of video Audio is not heard.
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Playback Enjoying Ultra HD Blu-ray Enjoying 3D video and photos You can enjoy the playback of Ultra HD Blu-ray Preparation discs with this unit. Connect this unit to a 3D compatible TV. ( ≥ Perform the necessary preparations for the TV. Preparation ≥...
Therefore, Panasonic will make no warranty for the content or the continuity of the services. ≥ Some features of websites or content of the service may not be available.
4.2 or higher is required. Server Player For information on whether the smartphone, ≥ When this unit is connected to a Panasonic etc. supports Mirroring, contact the recorder with a server function, register this unit manufacturer of the device.
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Playback Using the Digital Media Controller You can use a smartphone or tablet as the Digital Media Controller (DMC) to playback contents from Network Contents server* on the Renderer (this unit). Possible applications: Server Renderer Controller Server Renderer Controller Press [HOME]. Select “Home Network”...
Playing music continuously even after turning off the TV What is VIERA Link? When the unit is connected to a Panasonic TV VIERA Link is a convenient function (VIERA) that supports VIERA Link and an which will link the operations of this unit amplifier/receiver supports VIERA Link.
Playback Option menu ∫ Shuffle Select whether to play shuffle or not. A variety of playback operations and settings can ∫ Start Slideshow be performed from this menu. Start the slideshow. Available options differ depending on the playing contents and the condition of the unit. ∫...
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Playback ∫ Luminance Adjustment Picture Settings Adjust the contrast, brightness and tone curve (white/black). ∫ Colour Adjustment Picture Settings Ultra HD Ultra HD Ultra HD Blu-ray Blu-ray Blu-ray Set 1 Adjust the colour saturation and hue. Optimum HDR Adjustment The icon changes depending on Luminance Adjustment Colour Adjustment ∫...
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Playback ∫ DSD Decode Sampling Frequency Sound Settings Select the settings that suit your sound quality preferences. ∫ Sound Effects *1, *2 Select the sound effect. ∫ DSD LPF Setting (Upsampling up to 192 kHz/32 bit is possible.) Select the settings that suit your sound quality ≥...
Reference Setup menu ∫ 24p Output Reference Content recorded at 24p* , such as BD-Video Change the unit’s settings if necessary. The films, is output at 24p when played back. settings remain intact even if you switch the unit ≥ When this unit is connected to TV compatible to standby.
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Reference ∫ Advanced Settings HDCP Output Setting Press [OK] to show the following settings: If you connect to a TV that does not support HDCP2.2 via an amplifier or speaker, some Colour Mode images may be displayed as black screens. In This setting is for selecting colour-space that case, select “HDCP1.4 Limit”.
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Reference BD-Video Secondary Audio Picture Select whether or not to mix the primary and secondary audio (including the button click ∫ Still Mode sound). Select the type of picture shown when you pause If “Off” is selected, the unit outputs the primary playback.
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Reference ∫ HDMI Output Settings of Music Playback Language Minimise the audio noise during music playback by automatically switching the video output to ∫ Soundtrack Preference 1080i. Choose the language for audio. ≥ If “Original” is selected, the original language of ∫...
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Reference Network Service Settings ( Network Press [OK] to show the following settings: ∫ Easy Network Setting ( Audio Auto Gain Control Volume that is different depending on the ∫ Network Settings contents is adjusted automatically to the Perform network-related settings individually. standard volume while using the Network Press [OK] to show the following settings: Service.
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Reference Networked Standby Ratings Even when “Quick Start” is set to “Off”, by using a remote device (smartphone or tablet), The following items use the same password. you can wake the unit from the off state and Don’t forget your password. start certain Internet content services.
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≥ The cooling fan may rotate at a slow speed to prevent the internal temperature from rising. ∫ Remote Control Change the remote control code if other Panasonic products react to this remote control. ∫ Firmware Update ( Press [OK] to show the following settings: Automatic Update Check...
To return all settings to the factory preset. Do you have the latest firmware installed? Reset the unit as follows: Panasonic is constantly improving the unit’s 1 While the unit is off firmware to ensure that our customers are Press and hold [OK], the yellow button and enjoying the latest technology.
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Reference You have forgotten your ratings password. Picture You want to cancel the ratings level. The ratings level returns to the factory Images from this unit do not appear on the TV defaults. screen, or they are distorted. 1 While the unit is on An incorrect resolution is selected in “Video Press and hold [OK], the yellow button and Format”.
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Reference Video is not output. 3D video is not output. Video is not output when the “High Clarity Connect to a 3D compatible device (e.g., TV Sound” is set to “On (Video Off)”. ( and amplifier/receiver). Video from the HDMI AUDIO OUT terminal is When a non-3D compatible amplifier/receiver not output when the “HDMI(AUDIO) Output is connected between this unit and a TV, 3D...
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Reference There is no sound coming out. Audio To output audio using OPTICAL terminal, set “OPTICAL Down Sampling” properly. ( Cannot hear the desired audio. Refer to “Connecting to an amplifier/receiver” Check the connections and the “Digital Audio 11 - 15) to check the audio output settings Output”...
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Reference When using wireless LAN connection, video Playback from the Network Contents server* is not played back or video frames are dropped Disc cannot be played. during playback. The disc is dirty. ( Higher transfer rate router such as 802.11n The disc is not finalized.
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Reference Messages on the unit’s display The unit fails to operate properly. Press [Í/I] on the main unit for 3 seconds to switch the unit to standby, then switch back on. While connecting to a network. NO PLAY There is a viewing restriction on a BD-Video or DVD-Video.
Reference Specifications File format General File format Extension Reference “.MKV”, ≥ Resolution up to “.mkv” 3840x2160 25p/30p, Signal system PAL/NTSC 4096x2160 24p. ≥ The video file and Operating temperature i5 oC to i35 oC subtitles text file are range Subtitles inside the same folder, (Compression Operating humidity...
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Reference Audio information File format Extension Reference This unit supports tags, but only titles, artist names and The audio output differs depending on which “.FLAC”, album names can be FLAC terminals are connected to the amplifier/receiver, “.flac” displayed. Maximum sampling rate: 192 kHz/ and the settings on the unit.
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Reference Supported format for Language code list Network Contents Playback Language Code Language Code Language Code When this unit works as a Network Contents Abkhazian: 6566 Gujarati: 7185 Rhaeto-Romance: client, following contents are playable. Afar: 6565 Hausa: 7265 8277 Afrikaans: 6570 Hebrew: 7387...
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If there is a major failure in regard to the product which cannot be remedied then you must no fy us within a reasonable period by contac ng the Panasonic Customer Care Centre. If the failure in the product is not a major failure then Panasonic may choose to repair or replace the product and will do so in a reasonable period of me from receiving no ce from you.