Panasonic Dmp Ub900 Owners Manual

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You can enjoy the playback of Ultra HD Blu-ray 
discs with this unit.
Preparation
≥For 4K/HDR viewing, connect to a device and 
terminals that support HDCP2.2*
1, 4K/60p 
(4:4:4) and HDR signals that meet Ultra HD 
Blu-ray standards. ( >10)
≥ Network connection ( >16)
≥ Network setting (> 17)
Due to copyright restrictions, it may not be 
possible to play back certain discs unless this 
unit is connected to the Internet.
	≥ When connected to a device or terminal that does not 
support HDCP2.2*1, this unit applies Dynamic Range 
Conversion*2 to HDR signals to output them in 2K 
resolution. In addition, depending on the disc, it may not be 
possible to perform playback correctly.
≥ When connected to a device or terminal that supports 4K/
60p (4:2:0/8 bit) and lower, this unit plays back 60p content 
by applying Dynamic Range Conversion*
2 to its HDR 
signals to output them.
≥ When connected to a device or terminal that does not 
support 4K resolution, this unit applies Dynamic Range 
Conversion*
2 to HDR signals to output them in 2K 
resolution.
≥ When connected to a device or terminal that does not 
support HDR, this unit applies Dynamic Range 
Conversion*
2 to HDR signals to output them. In addition, 
depending on the disc, it may not be possible to output 
content in 2K resolution or perform playback correctly.
≥ For details on the playback of Ultra HD Blu-ray content, 
refer to the website below.
http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/
(This site is in English only.)
*1HDCP is a technology designed to prevent illegal copying. 
“2.2” represents a version.
*2Dynamic Range Conversion is a function that converts 
HDR video signals into video signals suited to TVs that do 
not support HDR input.
Preparation
Connect this unit to a 3D compatible TV. (> 10)
≥ Perform the necessary preparations for the TV.
≥ Play back following the instructions displayed 
on the screen.
≥ 3D Settings ( >28, 31)
	≥Please refrain from viewing 3D images if you do not feel 
well or are experiencing visual fatigue.
In the event that you experience dizziness, nausea, or 
other discomfort while viewing 3D images, discontinue use 
and rest your eyes.
≥ 3D video might not output the way it is set in “Resolution” 
and “24p Output” ( >29).
≥ When playing back 3D photos from “Photos” screen, select 
from the “3D” list. (Still pictures in “2D” are played back in 
2D.)
If “2D” and “3D” indications are not displayed, press the 
red button on the remote control to switch the view of 
playback contents.
With  “BD-Live ” discs, you can enjoy bonus 
contents that use Internet access.
For this BD-Live function, insertion of an SD card 
is necessary along with Internet connection.
1Perform network connection and settings. 
( > 16, 17)
2Insert an SD card with 1 GB or more free 
space.
≥The SD card is used as the local storage.
3Insert the disc.
∫ Deleting data/Formatting SD 
cards
Select “SD Card Management” in the HOME 
menu ( >19), then select “BD-Video Data 
Erase” or “Format SD Card”.
	≥ The usable functions and the operating method may vary 
with each disc, please refer to the instructions on the disc 
and/or visit their website.
≥ “BD-Live Internet Access” may need to be changed for 
certain discs. (> 33)
Enjoying Ultra HD Blu-rayEnjoying 3D video and photos
Enjoying BD-Live
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Play a slideshow of photos and adjust various 
settings during the playback.
1Insert the media.
2Select “View Photos”.
3Select an item and press the green button.
The following items can be set.
	
≥Still pictures displayed as “ ” cannot be displayed as 
thumbnail with this unit.
≥ When both the music CD and the USB device with 
recorded music are inserted into this unit, the music CD 
has priority to be played back as background music.
≥ You cannot play back AAC and ALAC as background 
music.
Network Ser vice
(Enjoying Netflix, etc.)
Network Service allows you to access some 
specific websites supported by Panasonic, and 
enjoy Internet contents such as photos, videos, 
etc. from Network Service home screen.
≥Some services, such as Netflix require a 
registered account.
For details of your Netflix account, refer to Netflix.
* Images are for illustration purposes, contents may change 
without notice.
Preparation
≥Network connection ( >16)
≥ Network setting (> 17)
– You must agree to the terms of use for the Internet 
function and the privacy policy. ( >33, “Notice”)
1Press [INTERNET].
2Select the item and press [OK].
To exit from Network Service
Press [HOME].
Slideshow
Start 
SlideshowStart the slideshow.
You can display still pictures in 
the selected folder one by one 
at a constant interval.
Display 
IntervalChange the display interval.
Transition 
EffectSelect the effect when sliding 
pictures.
Repeat PlaySet whether to repeat the 
slideshow.
Soundtrack
Set whether to play 
background music.
≥ FLAC and MP3, etc., on the 
USB device can be played 
back during the slideshow of 
JPEG on the USB device or 
the SD card.
≥ A music CD can also be 
played back during the 
slideshow of JPEG on the 
SD card.
Soundtrack 
FolderSelect the folder from which 
the music files are played.
Random 
SoundtrackBackground music is played in 
random order.
≥Netflix can be accessed directly by 
pressing [NETFLIX] button.
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	≥In the following cases, settings are possible using the 
Setup menu items.
– When restricting the use of Network Service
(> 33, “Network Service Lock”)
– When the audio is distorted (> 33, “Audio Auto Gain Control”)
– When wrong time is displayed
(> 33, “Time Zone”, “DST”)
≥ When using a slow Internet connection, the video may not 
be displayed correctly. A high speed Internet service with a 
speed of at least 6 Mbps is recommended.
≥ Be sure to update the firmware as soon as a firmware 
update notice is displayed on the screen. If the firmware is 
not updated, you may not be able to use Network Service 
function properly. ( >18)
≥ Network Service Home Screen is subject to change 
without notice.
≥ The services through Network Service are operated by 
their respective service providers, and service may be 
discontinued either temporarily or permanently without 
notice. 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.
≥ Some content may be inappropriate for viewers.
≥ Some content may only be available for specific countries 
and may be presented in specific languages.
Home Network feature
Before using the following features, be sure to 
configure the connected equipment on your 
Home Network.
You can enjoy the content you are viewing on a 
Miracast-compatible smartphone, etc. on the big 
screen of your TV.
≥Compatible with Android
TM devices, ver. 4.2 and 
above and Miracast certified.
For information on whether the smartphone, 
etc. supports Miracast, contact the 
manufacturer of the device.
1Press [MIRACAST].
2Operate the Miracast compatible device.
≥ On the device, enable Miracast and select 
this unit (DMP-UB900) as the device to be 
connected.
For details, refer to the instructions supplied 
with the device.
To exit from Miracast
Press [HOME].
Using MiracastTM
Player Miracast compatible 
device
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You can share photos, videos and music stored in 
the DLNA Certified media server [PC, 
smartphone, etc.] connected to your home 
network.
≥About support format of DLNA ( >41)
1Press [DLNA].
≥The list can be updated by pressing the red 
button on the remote control.
≥ The connection method can be switched to 
Wi-Fi Direct by pressing the green button 
on the remote control.
2Select the equipment and press [OK].
3Select the item to play and press [OK].
≥You may be able to use convenient 
functions depending on the content by 
pressing [OPTION].
To exit from Home Network
Press [HOME]. You can use a smartphone or tablet as the Digital 
Media Controller (DMC) to playback contents 
from DLNA server on the Renderer (this unit).
Possible applications:
* DMC compatible software should be installed.
Preparation
Perform the “Remote Device Settings”. (
>33)
≥ You can register up to 16 devices.
1Press [HOME].
2Select “Home Network” and press [OK].
3Select “Media Renderer” and press [OK].
4Select “Home Network” or “Wi-Fi Direct” 
and press [OK], then follow the indications 
on the screen.
5Operate the DMC compatible devices.
To exit from Media Renderer screen
Press [HOME].
	≥ Wi-Fi Direct connection while using Home Network feature 
is only temporary, and the network connection method 
returns to the original setting when exiting.
≥ Depending on the device or connection environment, the 
data transfer rate may decrease.
≥ Depending on the contents and the connected equipment, 
playback may not be possible.
≥ Items displayed in gray on the display cannot be played 
back by this unit.
Playing back contents on the 
DLNA ser ver
Server
Player
Using the Digital Media 
Controller
*
*
*
Renderer
Server
Controller
Serveri
Controller
Renderer
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VIERA Link
* Only when connecting via an HDMI VIDEO OUT terminal on this unit.
When the following operations are performed, the 
input channel of the TV will be automatically 
switched and the screen of this unit will be 
displayed.
If this unit is on and the TV is off, the TV 
automatically turns on.
– When play starts on the unit
– When you display a menu, such as the HOME 
menu or Setup menu
When you set the TV to standby mode, this unit is 
also automatically set to standby mode. When the unit is connected to a Panasonic TV 
(VIERA) that supports VIERA Link and an 
amplifier/receiver supports VIERA Link.
1
While playing music
Press [OPTION].
2 Select “TV Power”.
Only when TV supports “VIERA Link”
By using the TV remote control, you can perform 
various playback operations and settings.
See the owner’s manuals of the TV for more 
details.
	≥ If you set “VIERA Link” to “Off”, set to “On” ( >34).
(The default setting is “On”.)
≥ The buttons and functions that you can use for this unit 
vary depending on the TV. For details, refer to the owner’s 
manuals of the TV.
≥ The operation of this unit may be interrupted when you 
press certain buttons on the TV remote control.
≥ VIERA Link, based on the control functions provided by 
HDMI which is an industry standard known as HDMI CEC 
(Consumer Electronics Control), is a unique function that 
we have developed and added. As such, its operation with 
other manufacturers’ equipment that supports HDMI CEC 
cannot be guaranteed.
≥ Please refer to individual manuals for other manufacturers’ 
equipment supporting VIERA Link function.
What is VIERA Link?
VIERA Link is a convenient function 
which will link the operations of this unit 
and a Panasonic TV (VIERA) or other 
device under “VIERA Link”.
You can use this function by connecting 
the equipment with an HDMI cable*. See 
the owner’s manuals for connected 
equipment for operational details.
Automatic input switching
Power on link
Power of f link
Playing music continuously 
even after turning off the TV
Easy control only with VIERA 
remote control
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Option menu
A variety of playback operations and settings can 
be performed from this menu.
Available options differ depending on the playing 
contents and the condition of the unit.
1Press [OPTION].
e.g., BD-Video
≥When playing music, select “Playback 
Settings” and press [OK].
2Select an item and change the settings.
To exit the screen
Press [OPTION].
Regarding Language : ( >42)
∫ Soundtrack ( >20)
This setting is also able to switch by pressing 
[AUDIO].
∫ Audio channel
Select the audio channel number.
∫ Subtitle
∫ Subtitle Settings
Change the subtitle settings.
This setting is also displayed by pressing 
[SUBTITLE].
∫ Angle
Select the number of the angle.
∫ Repeat Play
Select the item that you want to repeat.
≥ You can repeat the playback of a chapter, 
playlist, the entire disc, etc., but the items 
displayed will differ depending on the type of 
the media.
≥ Select “Off” to cancel.
∫ Shuffle
Select whether or not to play random.
∫ Start Slideshow
Start the slideshow.
∫ Status
Show the status messages.
∫ Rotate Right
∫ Rotate Left
Rotate the still picture.
∫ Wallpaper
Set the still picture to the wallpaper of HOME 
menu.  (> 19)
∫Video
The recording method of original video appears.
∫ Secondary Video
∫Playback Information Window ( >20)
This setting is also displayed by pressing 
[PLAYBACK INFO.].
∫ Control Panel
Display the Control Panel.
Playing back while using VIERA Link, etc.
Press [RETURN] to hide the Control Panel.
Operation Menu
Operation Menu
Pop-up Menu Top Menu Playback Information Window
Control Panel Repeat Play Angle Subtitle Settings Soundtrack
Off 1
Secondary Video 1 ENG DTS-HD MSTR Multi
Closed Caption
VideoSelect on/off for images. The 
recording method of original 
video appears.
SoundtrackSelect on/off for audio and the 
language.
e.g.,
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∫Top Menu
Display Top Menu.
∫ Pop-up Menu
Display Pop-up Menu.
∫ Menu
Display Menu.
∫ Closed Caption ( >32)
You can only set “Manual setting” and “CC Reset” 
in the Setup menu.
These settings are also displayed by pressing 
[CC].
∫ Reception
The radio wave status during the playback of 
DLNA is displayed. (Only when a wireless 
connection is used)
These settings are also displayed by pressing 
[VIDEO SETTING].
Switch “Set 1”, “Set 2” or “Standard” by using 
[ 2, 1].
≥ You can register desired  settings to “Set 1” and 
“Set 2”. Settings for BD Video playback and 
settings for the playback of other types of media 
are registered separately.
(The default settings for “Set 1”/“Set 2” are the 
same as the settings for “Standard”.)
≥ You cannot change the “Standard” settings.
∫ Display
Select a setting suitable for your screen.
∫ Picture Type
Select the picture quality mode during play.
∫ Sharpness Adjustment
Adjust the sharpness of images. The greater the 
value is, the sharper images will be.
∫ Noise Reduction
Reduce unnecessary noise in videos. The　
greater the value is, the less noise will appear.
∫ Luminance/Color Adjustment
Adjust the contrast, brightness, white gamma, 
black gamma, color saturation and hue.
∫ Bandwidth Limitation
Adjust the bandwidth limitations.
∫ Dynamic Range Conversion Adjustment
When this unit is connected to a TV that does not 
support HDR (High Dynamic Range) input, HDR 
video is output converting to a SDR (Standard 
Dynamic Range) video signal. If you set a smaller 
value, their contrast will be reproduced more 
faithfully, but the entire screen will appear darker. 
To increase the brightness, set a larger value.
∫ 24p Conversion
Play back videos with film-like motion.
≥ When this unit is connected to a TV compatible 
with 4K/24p: 
If “Resolution” ( >29) is set to “Auto” or “4K”, 
videos will be output in 4K/24p.
≥ When this unit is connected to a TV compatible 
with 1080/24p: 
If “Resolution” ( >29) is set to “Auto”, “1080i” or 
“1080p”, videos will be output in 1080/24p.
≥ Noise may appear on the image when you 
switch the setting.
∫ Progressive
Select the method of conversion for progressive 
output to suit the type of material being played.
≥ When the content is distorted, change the 
settings from “Auto” to “Video”.
∫ Reset to Default Video Settings
Return “Video Settings” of the selected tab 
(“Set 1” or “Set 2”) to the factory preset.
Video Settings
Video Settings
Reset to Default Video Settings Luminance/Color Adjustment Noise Reduction Sharpness Adjustment Display
Bandwidth Limitation Normal
Normal
OffAuto
Picture Type
24p Conversion
Progressive
Set 1
eoo Settings
jusstment
entt
n
NormalNormalNormalNormalNormal
OffAuto
Set 1
Set 1
During BD-Video playback, 
these icons switch to the ones 
for BD Video content.
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∫Sound Effects*1, *2
Select the sound effect.
This setting is also able to switch by pressing 
[SOUND EFFECT].
≥Night Surround :
Enjoy a movie with powerful sound even when 
the volume is kept low at night. The audio is set 
in such a way that it can be heard easily.
≥ Re-master : 
This feature gives you brighter sound by 
increasing the high frequency portion of the 
audio.
(Upsampling up to 192 kHz/32 bit is possible.)
Recommended setting
≥ Digital Tube Sound :
This feature gives you a warm sound, like that 
produced by a vacuum tube amplifier.
(Upsampling up to 192 kHz/32 bit is possible.)
Recommended setting
∫ Sound Effect Frequency
Set the maximum sampling frequency for the 
audio selected in “Sound Effects”.
≥ Even when “96/88.2kHz” is selected, an audio 
source with a sampling frequency of 96 kHz or 
higher will be output with the original sampling 
frequency.
≥ When “Sound Effects” is set to “Off”, this setting 
is disabled.
∫ DSD Decode Sampling Frequency
Select the settings that suit your sound quality 
preferences.
∫ DSD LPF Setting
Select the settings that suit your sound quality 
preferences.
*1Not every function can be set individually.*2This function is effective for audio from HDMI OUT or 
DIGITAL AUDIO OUT only when “Digital Audio Output” is 
set to “PCM” ( >30).
∫ Dialog Enhancer *
The volume of the center channel is raised to 
make dialog easier to hear.
∫ High Clarity Sound
Stop processing signals that affect the audio 
quality or turn off the unit’s display to make the 
audio quality clearer. ( >31)
Select whether or not to output images.
This setting is able to switch by pressing [HIGH 
CLARITY].
≥ If “On (Video Off)” is selected, the setting will be 
canceled after you play back a video.
* This function is effective for audio from HDMI OUT or 
DIGITAL AUDIO OUT only when “Digital Audio Output” is 
set to “PCM” ( >30).
∫ Signal Format
∫Pop-Out Level
3D position for the Option menu or message 
screen, etc. can be adjusted during 3D playback.
Sound Effect Settings
Re-master 1Pop and rock
Re-master 2Jazz
Re-master 3Classical
Digital Tube 
Sound 1A crisp, delicate sound
Digital Tube 
Sound 2A tight, hi-fi sound
Digital Tube 
Sound 3A soft, rich sound
Digital Tube 
Sound 4A clear, powerful sound
Digital Tube 
Sound 5A distinctive mid-range 
sound
Digital Tube 
Sound 6A soft, enveloping sound
Audio Settings
3D Settings
OriginalKeep original picture format.
Side by side3D picture format comprising 
of left and right screens.
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ReferenceSetup menu
Change the unit’s settings if necessary. The 
settings remain intact even if you switch the unit 
to standby.
Some items are common to the Option menu. You 
can get the same effect with both menus.
1Press [HOME].
2Select “Setup”.
3Select “Player Settings”.
4Select an item and change the settings.
To exit the screen
Press [HOME].
∫ Resolution
The items supported by  the connected devices 
are indicated on the screen as “ ¢”. When any 
item without “ ¢” is selected, the images may be 
distorted.
≥ If “Auto” is selected, the best suited output 
resolution to the connected TV is automatically 
selected.
∫ 4K60p Output
This unit automatically chooses to output images 
in 4K*
1 60p when connected to a 4K/60p 
compatible TV.
≥ This item is available on ly when “Resolution” is 
set to “Auto” and “4K”.
≥ This item is not ava ilable when “HDMI(AUDIO) 
Output Mode” is set to “Video+Audio”.
≥ To connect to a TV that supports 4K/60p (4:4:4/
8 bit) or 4K/60p (4:2:2/12 bit), select “4K/
60p(4:4:4)”.
Images will not be output correctly with an 
HDMI cable that does not support 18 Gbps.
≥ To connect to a TV that supports 4K/60p (4:2:0/
8 bit), select “4K/60p(4:2:0)”.
∫ 24p Output
Movies and other material recorded at 24p*2 are 
output at 24p.
≥ When this unit is connected to TV compatible 
with 4K/24p and “Resolution” is set to “Auto” or 
“4K”, images will be output in 4K/24p.
≥ When this unit is connected to a TV compatible 
with 1080/24p and “Resolution” is set to “Auto”, 
“1080i” or “1080p”, images will be output in 
1080/24p.
≥ If images output in 24p are distorted, change 
the setting to “Off”.
∫ HDMI(VIDEO) Output Mode
Set whether or not to output audio from the HDMI 
VIDEO OUT terminal.
≥ When an amplifier is connected to the HDMI 
AUDIO OUT terminal and this menu item is set 
to “Auto ( Video Only / Video+Audio )”, the TV 
may not output audio. In that case, select 
“Video+Audio”.
∫ HDMI(AUDIO) Output Mode
Set whether or not to output images from the 
HDMI AUDIO OUT terminal.
≥ It is not possible to output 3D, 4K or HDR 
content from the HDMI OUT terminal when 
“Video+Audio” is selected.
HDMI
OKRETURN
Player Settings
System Ratings Network Language 3D
Audio Video HDMIResolution Auto
4K60p Output Off
24p Output Auto
HDMI(VIDEO) Output Mode Auto
HDMI(AUDIO) Output Mode Audio Only
Advanced Settings
Playback
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∫Advanced Settings
Press [OK] to show the following settings:
¾ Color Mode
This setting is for selecting color-space 
conversion of the image signal.
¾ Deep Color Output
This setting is for selecting whether to use Deep 
Color Output when a TV that supports Deep 
Color is connected.
¾ High Dynamic Range Output
Output images in HDR (High Dynamic Range) 
format depending on the content and connected 
device.
¾ Contents Type Flag
Depending on the playback content, the TV will 
output adjusting to the optimal method when a 
TV that supports this function is connected.
¾ Audio Output
This setting selects whether or not to output 
audio from HDMI.
≥ To enjoy audio with the HDMI terminal, select 
“On”. To enjoy audio with an audio output 
terminal other than the HDMI terminal 
(OPTICAL/COAXIAL/2ch AUDIO OUT), 
select “Off”. Audio will not be output from the 
HDMI terminal regardless of the settings for 
HDMI(VIDEO) Output Mode and 
HDMI(AUDIO) Output Mode.
¾7.1ch Audio Reformatting
Surround sound with 6.1ch or less is 
automatically expanded and played back at 
7.1ch.
≥ If “Off” is selected, sound is played over the 
original number of channels. (Note that in the 
case of 6.1ch audio, playback will be at 
5.1ch.)
≥ Audio reformatting is enabled in the following 
cases:
– When you have selected “PCM” in “Digital 
Audio Output”.
– When the audio is Dolby Digital, Dolby  Digital Plus, Dolby TrueHD or LPCM.
– BD-Video playback
*1A high resolution image/display technology of 
approximately 4000 (width)  k 2000 (height) pixels.
*2A progressive image recorded at a rate of 24 frames per 
second (motion-picture film). Many BD-Video movie 
contents are recorded in 24 frames/second in accordance 
with the film materials.
∫Still Mode ( paused video )
Select the type of picture shown when you pause 
playback.
∫ Seamless Play
The chapter segments in playlists are played 
seamlessly.
≥ Select “On” when the picture freezes for a 
moment at the chapters  segment in playlists.
∫Dynamic Range Compression
You can listen at low volumes but still hear 
dialogue clearly.
(Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus and Dolby 
TrueHD only)
≥ “Auto” is effective only when playing Dolby 
TrueHD.
∫ Digital Audio Output
Press [OK] to show the following settings:
¾ Dolby D/Dolby D +/Dolby TrueHD
¾ DTS/DTS-HD
Select the audio signal to output.
≥ Select “PCM”, when the connected 
equipment cannot decode the respective 
audio format. This unit decodes the audio 
format and transmits to the connected 
equipment.
≥ If you do not make proper settings the audio 
may be static or noisy.
Video
AutoAutomatically selects the type 
of picture shown.
FieldSelect if jittering occurs when 
“Auto” is selected.
Frame
Select if small text or fine 
patterns cannot be seen 
clearly when “Auto” is 
selected.
Audio
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