Player DMP-UB400 Model No. DMP-UB300 Unless otherwise indicated, illustrations in these Owner’s Manual are of DMP-UB400. 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.
IMPORTANT SAFETY CAUTION INSTRUCTIONS RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN CAUTION : TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE SCREWS. NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS Read these operating instructions carefully before using the unit. INSIDE. Follow the safety instructions on the unit and the applicable safety REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED instructions listed below.
You must be aware of these limits before using this unit. may result in hazardous radiation exposure. Panasonic will in no way be responsible for any incidental damage ≥ Do not place sources of naked flames, such as lighted candles, which may arise due to a failure to obey these limits, or to any on this unit.
Range (HDR) compatible TV.” Settings ....17 1) If you are using a Panasonic TV compatible with 4K and High Dynamic Range (HDR) released in 2015 or 2016, (DX900/DX800/ DX700 series etc.), please check your TV...
Getting started Accessories Unit and media care Getting started Getting started Check the supplied accessories before using this ∫ Clean this unit with a soft, dry cloth unit. ≥ Never use alcohol, paint thinner or benzine to Remote control clean this unit. (N2QAYB001157) ≥...
Getting started ∫ Types of discs that cannot be played ∫ USB device by this unit ≥ Connect a USB device while the Home screen is displayed. Any other disc that is not specifically ≥ This unit does not guarantee connection with all supported or previously described.
When other Panasonic devices respond to the TV operation buttons remote control of the unit, change the remote You can operate the Panasonic TV using this control code. ( unit’s remote control. Some buttons may not work depending on the TV.
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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 (16.4 ft.) 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 Setting”, 4K/60p will be automatically selected.
Getting started Connecting to an amplifier/receiver [UB400] 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)
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Getting started [UB400] 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 “Auto ( Video Only / Video+Audio )”. ( ≥...
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Getting started [UB400] 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...
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Getting started [UB400] 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 OPTICAL IN (2K-compatible) Amplifier/receiver Setting...
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Getting started [UB400] 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...
This unit has built-in wireless LAN and can be connected to a wireless router. Wireless router, etc. Internet ≥ For additional information about this unit refer to http://www.panasonic.ca/english/support ≥ The unit is not compatible with public wireless LAN services. ≥ See page 3 for the precautions of wireless LAN connection. LAN cable connection LAN Cable Broadband router, etc.
Setup screen appears. Follow the on-screen instructions to continue with the settings. Wired (e.g., “Quick Start”) Wireless ≥ Certain recent models of Panasonic TVs RETURN (VIERA) may automatically apply their language setting to this unit. [UB400] ∫ About the wireless connection ∫...
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Do you want to start firmware update? For the update information, please visit the following website: If the wireless router supports the PUSH http://panasonic.net/support/ button method* You can connect to and configure the security settings of your wireless LAN device with ease by pressing the Link button on the router.
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.
Playback Search/Slow motion Show the status messages Search While playing, press [PLAYBACK INFO.]. While playing, press [SEARCH6] or You can check the detailed video content* playback status. [SEARCH5]. Video attribute information of video ≥ Ultra HD Blu-ray, MKV, MP4 and MPEG2: content*.
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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 Connect this unit to a 3D compatible TV. ( discs with this unit. ≥ Perform the necessary preparations for the TV. Preparation ≥...
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.
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.
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Playback Playing back contents on the Using the Digital Media Controller Network Contents server You can use a smartphone or tablet as the Digital Media Controller (DMC) to playback contents You can share photos, videos and music stored in from Network Contents server* on the Renderer the Network Contents server* [PC, smartphone,...
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 be performed from this menu. ∫ Start Slideshow Start the slideshow. Available options differ depending on the playing contents and the condition of the unit. ∫...
Playback ∫ Progressive Video Settings Select the method of conversion for progressive output to suit the type of material being played. These settings are also displayed by pressing ≥ When the content is distorted, change the [VIDEO SETTING]. settings from “Auto” to “Video”. Video Settings ∫...
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Playback [UB400] 3D Settings ∫ Sound Effect Frequency Set the maximum sampling frequency for the ∫ Signal Format audio selected in “Sound Effects”. Original Keep original picture format. ≥ Even when “96/88.2kHz” is selected, an audio source with a sampling frequency of 96 kHz or 3D picture format comprising Side by side higher will be output with the original sampling...
Reference Setup menu ∫ 4K60p Output Reference This unit automatically chooses to output images Change the unit’s settings if necessary. The in 4K* 60p when connected to a 4K/60p settings remain intact even if you switch the unit compatible TV. to standby.
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Reference ∫ Advanced Settings Video Press [OK] to show the following settings: ∫ Still Mode ( paused video ) Color Mode This setting is for selecting color-space Select the type of picture shown when you pause conversion of the image signal. playback.
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Reference BD-Video Secondary Audio [UB400] Select whether or not to mix the primary and ∫ HDMI Output Settings of Music Playback secondary audio (including the button click Minimize the audio noise during music playback sound). by automatically switching the video output to If “Off”...
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Reference Language Network ∫ Audio Language ∫ Easy Network Setting ( Choose the language for audio. ∫ Network Settings ≥ If “Original” is selected, the original language of Perform network-related settings individually. each disc will be selected. Press [OK] to show the following settings: ≥...
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Reference Network Service Settings ( Networked Standby Even when “Quick Start” is set to “Off”, by Press [OK] to show the following settings: using a remote device (smartphone or tablet), Audio Auto Gain Control you can wake the unit from the off state and Volume that is different depending on the start certain Internet content services.
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≥ When set to “On”, the internal control unit will be powered. The idle power consumption will increase so compared to when set to “Off”. ∫ Remote Control Code Change the remote control code if other Panasonic products react to this remote control. - 34 -...
Select “Yes” in “Restore Default Settings” in Do you have the latest firmware installed? the Setup menu. ( Panasonic is constantly improving the unit’s To return all settings to the factory preset. firmware to ensure that our customers are 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 Press and hold [OK], the yellow button and “Resolution”.
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Reference 3D video is not output correctly as 2D. [UB400] Video is not output. Select “Set before play” in the Setup menu, Video is not output when the “High Clarity and select “2D Playback” in the setup screen Sound” is set to “On (Video Off)”. ( displayed when playing 3D discs.
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Reference There is no sound coming out. Playback [UB400] To output audio using OPTICAL terminal, set “OPTICAL Down Sampling” Disc cannot be played. properly. ( The disc is dirty. ( Refer to “Connecting to an amplifier/receiver” The disc is not finalized. ( 11 - 15) to check the audio output settings Depending on the Ultra HD Blu-ray disc, it suited to the connections of your device.
Reference [UB400] 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.
Reference Specifications File format General File format Extension Reference “.MKV”, ≥ Resolution up to “.mkv” 3840x2160 30p, Signal system NTSC 4096x2160 24p. ≥ The video file and Operating i5 oC to i35 oC subtitles text file are temperature range (i41 oF to i95 oF) inside the same folder, Operating humidity 10 % to 80 % RH...
Reference File format Extension Reference Supported format for Network This unit supports tags, but Contents Playback only titles, artist names and “.WMA”, album names can be “.wma” displayed. Maximum When this unit works as a Network Contents sampling rate: client, following contents are playable. 48 kHz/385 kbps ≥...
Reference Language code list Display languages list Language Code Language Code Language Code Display Language Display Language Display Language Abkhazian: 6566 Gujarati: 7185 Rhaeto-Romance: English Japanese Arabic Afar: 6565 Hausa: 7265 8277 French Chinese Hindi Afrikaans: 6570 Hebrew: 7387 Romanian: 8279 German Korean...
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Reference (1) MS/WMA This product is protected by certain intellectual property rights of Microsoft Corporation and third parties. Use or distribution of such technology outside of this product is prohibited without a license from Microsoft or an authorized Microsoft subsidiary and third parties.
Panasonic BD/DVD Product - One (1) year, parts and labour This warranty is given only to the original purchaser, or the person for whom it was purchased as a gift, of a Panasonic brand product mentioned above sold by an authorized Panasonic dealer in Canada and purchased and used in Canada, which product was not sold “as is”, and which product was delivered to you in new condition in the original...
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