Summary of Contents for Panasonic UltraHD DP-UB391
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Player DP-UB391 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” ( 17) or http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/ (This site is in English only.)
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.
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Restriction on use of unauthorized copied content This unit adopts the following technology for copyright protection. Cinavia Notice This product uses Cinavia technology to limit the use of unauthorized copies of some commercially-produced film and videos and their soundtracks. When a prohibited use of an unauthorized copy is detected, a message will be displayed and playback or copying will be interrupted.
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 ≥...
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 IN HDMI IN HDMI cable HDMI cable (18 Gbps) Amplifier/receiver...
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Getting started 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 ( 28): ≥ Set “HDMI(VIDEO) Output Mode” to “Automatic ( Video Only / Video+Audio )”. ( ≥...
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Getting started 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 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 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 terminal HDMI cable HDMI cable (18 Gbps) HDMI OUT HDMI IN...
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 ( 20, 22) ≥ You can access other devices (Home Network) ( For details about connection method, refer to the instructions supplied with the connected equipment.
When the firmware update starts after the (e.g., “Quick Start”) downloading is finished, a black screen is ≥ Certain recent models of Panasonic TVs displayed and the POWER LED flashes rapidly. (VIERA) may automatically apply their language setting to this unit.
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 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 ≥...
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Playback Slideshow Play a slideshow of photos and adjust various settings during the playback. Insert the media. Select “View Photos”. Select an item and press the green button. The following items can be set. Start the slideshow. Start You can display still pictures in Slideshow the selected folder one by one at a constant interval.
BACK their respective service providers, and service may be discontinued either temporarily or permanently without notice. Therefore, Panasonic will make no warranty for the * Images are for illustration purposes, contents may change content or the continuity of the services.
Controller Server Server Player Renderer Controller ≥ When this unit is connected to a Panasonic recorder with a server function, register this unit to the recorder. Press [HOME]. Select “Home Network” and press [OK]. Press [HOME]. Select “Home Network” and press [OK].
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 ∫ 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.
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Reference ∫ Advanced Settings Audio Output Press [OK] to show the following settings: This setting selects whether or not to output audio from HDMI. Colour Mode ≥ To enjoy audio with the HDMI terminal, select This setting is for selecting colour-space “On”.
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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 Remote Device Settings ( Network Press [OK] to show the following settings: ∫ Easy Network Setting ( Device Name Entry Set the name of this unit to be displayed on ∫ Network Settings the connected equipment. Perform network-related settings individually. Press [OK] to show the following settings: Registration Type IP Address / DNS Settings...
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“Off”. ≥ 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. - 33 -...
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.
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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 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.
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Reference Audio Playback Cannot hear the desired audio. Disc cannot be played. Check the connections and the “Digital Audio The disc is dirty. ( Output” settings. ( 11, 30) The disc is not finalized. ( To output audio from a device connected with Depending on the Ultra HD Blu-ray disc, it an HDMI cable, set “Audio Output”...
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Reference Messages on the screen POWER LED Cannot read. Please check the disc. When the POWER LED is flashing other than You inserted an incompatible disc. during power up or down of this unit, check the message on the TV screen. If a message is not Cannot play this file.
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 the “.FLAC”, album names can be FLAC settings on the unit and which terminals are “.flac” displayed. Maximum sampling rate: 192 kHz/ connected to the amplifier/receiver.
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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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