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Panasonic DP-UB420 Operating Instructions Manual

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Unless otherwise indicated, illustrations in these operating instructions are of DP-UB420.
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Model number suffix "EB" denotes UK model.
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Operating Instructions
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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" (
http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/ (This site is in English only.)
DP-UB420
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DP-UB320
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  • Page 1 Player DP-UB420 Model No. DP-UB320 Unless otherwise indicated, illustrations in these operating instructions are of DP-UB420. 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.

  • Page 2: Precautions

    Precautions Batteries Mishandling of batteries can cause electrolyte leakage and may cause a fire. ≥ Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the type recommended by the WARNING manufacturer. ≥ When disposing of the batteries, please contact your local authorities or dealer and ask for the correct method of Unit disposal.
  • Page 3 You must be aware of these limits before using this unit. This product uses Cinavia technology to limit the use of Panasonic will in no way be responsible for any incidental unauthorized copies of some commercially-produced film and damage which may arise due to a failure to obey these limits, videos and their soundtracks.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Range (HDR) compatible TV.” Home Network feature ..23 1) When you use a Panasonic TV that is compatible with 4K/High Dynamic Range (HDR) VIERA Link ....25 and was released in 2015 or later, enable the Option menu.

  • Page 5: Getting Started

    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 (N2QAYB001185) clean this unit. Batteries for remote control ≥...

  • Page 6: Playable Media

    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...
  • Page 7 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.

  • Page 8: Control Reference Guide

    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...
  • Page 9 ≥ 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.

  • Page 10: Connecting To A Tv

    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.

  • Page 11: Connecting To An Amplifier/Receiver

    Getting started Connecting to an amplifier/receiver [UB420] 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 IN HDMI IN HDMI cable HDMI cable (18 Gbps)
  • Page 12 Getting started [UB420] Enjoying audio with an amplifier connected to the OPTICAL terminal Optical digital cable OPTICAL IN Amplifier/receiver Setting Set the following items in the setup menu ( 29): ≥ Set “HDMI(VIDEO) Output Mode” to “Automatic ( Video Only / Video+Audio )”. ( ≥...
  • Page 13 Getting started [UB420] Enjoying video with a 4K-compatible TV in combination with an amplifier connected to the HDMI AUDIO OUT terminal and another amplifier connected to the OPTICAL terminal HDMI cable HDMI cable (18 Gbps) HDMI IN HDMI IN Optical digital cable Amplifier/receiver OPTICAL IN Amplifier/receiver...
  • Page 14 Getting started [UB420] Enjoying video with a 4K-compatible TV in combination with a 2K-compatible projector and an amplifier that is connected to the OPTICAL terminal HDMI cable HDMI cable (18 Gbps) HDMI IN HDMI IN Optical digital cable Projector (2K-compatible) OPTICAL IN Amplifier/receiver Setting...
  • Page 15 Getting started [UB420] 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 terminal HDMI cable HDMI cable (18 Gbps) HDMI OUT HDMI IN...

  • Page 16: Connecting To The Network

    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) ( ≥...

  • Page 17: Settings

    Wireless continue with the settings. RETURN (e.g., “Quick Start”) ∫ “Wired” connection ≥ Certain recent models of Panasonic TVs Follow the on-screen instructions to apply your (VIERA) may automatically apply their connection settings. language setting to this unit. ∫ When connected to a 4K (50p or ∫...
  • Page 18 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”...

  • Page 19: Playback

    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.
  • Page 20 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 Audio is not heard.
  • Page 21 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 ≥...

  • Page 22: Enjoying Network Service

    Play a slideshow of photos and adjust various Network Service allows you to access some settings during the playback. specific websites supported by Panasonic, and enjoy Internet contents such as photos, videos, Insert the media. etc. from Network Service home screen.

  • Page 23: Home Network Feature

    Android ver. 4.2 or higher is required. notice. Therefore, Panasonic will make no warranty for the content or the continuity of the services. For information on whether the smartphone, ≥ Some features of websites or content of the service may etc.
  • Page 24 ≥ About support format of Network Contents Possible applications: Server Renderer Server Player Controller ≥ When this unit is connected to a Panasonic recorder with a server function, register this unit to the recorder. Server Press [HOME]. Renderer Controller Select “Home Network” and press [OK].

  • Page 25: Viera Link

    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.

  • Page 26: Option Menu

    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. ∫...
  • Page 27 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 ∫...
  • Page 28 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 ≥...

  • Page 29: Reference

    Reference Setup menu ∫ 4K(50p/60p) Output Reference This unit automatically chooses to output images Change the unit’s settings if necessary. The in 4K* (50p/60p) when connected to a 4K (50p or settings remain intact even if you switch the unit 60p) compatible TV.
  • Page 30 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”.
  • Page 31 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.
  • Page 32 Reference [UB420] Language ∫ HDMI Output Settings of Music Playback Minimise the audio noise during music playback ∫ Soundtrack Preference by automatically switching the video output to Choose the language for audio. 1080i. ≥ If “Original” is selected, the original language of each disc will be selected.
  • Page 33 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.
  • Page 34 Reference [UB420] Ratings Networked Standby Even when “Quick Start” is set to “Off”, by The following items use the same password. using a remote device (smartphone or tablet), Don’t forget your password. you can wake the unit from the off state and start certain Internet content services.
  • Page 35 ≥ 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...

  • Page 36: Troubleshooting Guide

    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 on firmware to ensure that our customers are Press and hold [OK], the yellow button and enjoying the latest technology.
  • Page 37 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”.
  • Page 38 Reference Video is not output in 4K or high-definition. 3D video is not output. Confirm that “Video Format” in the Setup Connect to a 3D compatible device (e.g., TV menu is set properly. ( and amplifier/receiver). Confirm the HDMI cable, related connections When a non-3D compatible amplifier/receiver and the compatibility of TV video input.
  • Page 39 Reference ≥HDMI AUDIO OUT terminal Audio – When “Audio Output” in “Advanced Settings” is set to “Off” ( Cannot hear the desired audio. – While playback is being performed with Check the connections and the “Digital Audio “Audio Output” in “Settings for High Clarity Output”...
  • Page 40 Reference [UB420] POWER LED When using wireless LAN connection, video from the Network Contents server* is not When the POWER LED is flashing other than played back or video frames are dropped during power up or down of this unit, check the during playback.

  • Page 41: Specifications

    Reference Specifications Dimensions (WkHkD) [UB420] Including the projecting 320 mmk45 mmk199 mm parts [UB320] 320 mmk45 mmk193 mm General Mass [UB420] Approx. 1.4 kg Signal system PAL/NTSC [UB320] Approx. 1.3 kg Operating temperature i5 oC to i35 oC range ≥ Specifications are subject to change without notice. Operating humidity 10 % to 80 % RH (no range...
  • Page 42 Reference Audio information File format Extension Reference This unit supports tags, but only titles, artist names and The audio output differs depending on the “.FLAC”, album names can be FLAC settings on the unit [UB420] and which terminals “.flac” displayed. Maximum sampling rate: 192 kHz/ are connected to the amplifier/receiver.
  • Page 43 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...

  • Page 44: Licenses

    (1) the software developed independently by or for Panasonic Java is a registered trademark of Oracle and/or its affiliates. Corporation, (2) the software owned by third party and licensed to Panasonic Dolby, Dolby Audio, and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Corporation, Dolby Laboratories.
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