![]() ![]() Panasonic’s advanced 4:4:4 colour subsampling offers greater precision and colour detail than you’ll find on rival higher-end models. The player uses the same, advanced, second-generation HCX (Hollywood Cinema Experience) image processor as its sibling.ĤK Direct Chroma Up-scaling converts Full HD to 4K resolution, making standard Blu-rays look beautifully crisp, and UHD disc playback is superb. This player may sell for less than £300, but there’s no compromise when it comes to image quality. That said, it is compatible with 24-bit High-Res audio and DSD files.Īnother feature missing on this cheaper deck is the ability to uncover Max Fall/ Max CLL playback info from 4K Blu-ray discs. It will of course spin CDs, but its performance is more a mirror of the cheaper DP-UB420 than a slightly downgraded performance of its more musical bigger brother. There’s no universal music disc support here, so don’t expect to play any SACD or DVD-Audio discs. One obvious difference between the DP-UB820 and DP-UB9000 are audio credentials. The Netflix app supports Dolby Vision and Atmos. Here you’ll find Netflix (there’s a dedicated Netflix button on the remote), Amazon Prime Video, Berliner Philharmoniker, BBC News and Sports and YouTube, with Euronews, Arte and Tunein among others on a second tier. While there’s definitely a trend to remove OTT streaming services from Blu-ray players, this Panasonic continues to benefit from a well-stocked connected portal. Most buyers will want to use the DP-UB820 to bit-stream Dolby Atmos or DTS:X audio, rather than 7.1 via analogue, to an AV receiver. This isn’t as helpful as you might imagine, since you can’t configure the player to output analogue stereo or full 7.1 analogue audio, as well as audio via HDMI. ![]() There’s also a full 7.1 bank of gold-plated phono analogue audio outs. There’s a USB port for media playback, and if you misplace the ditty remote control, there are manual buttons up top for power and disc loading.Ĭonnectivity includes two HDMIs (one is an audio-only output, for those using a pre-4K AV receiver), plus Ethernet, USB, and an optical digital audio output. The bevelled 3D Glass Cut design front drops down to reveal an offset disc loading tray. While you won’t see any of the heavy metal found at the higher end of the market, it looks presentable enough. The Panasonic DP-UB820’s build quality and finish is closer to Panasonic’s entry-level options than its flagship model. So is this the best buy for serious home cinema enthusiasts? Design This is the platform created by 20th Century Fox, Panasonic and Samsung, which is now finding its way onto disc and via streaming services such as Amazon Prime. Unlike rival mid-range Dolby Vision-enabled decks, the DP-UB820 also supports rival dynamic metadata standard HDR10+. "4K upscaling, 3D playback and smart functionality - the Panasonic DMPBDT180 does it all for less".The DP-UB820 4K Blu-ray player represents the middle-ground in Panasonic’s Blu-ray player line-up, sitting between the range-topping DP-UB9000 and budget DP-UB420, offering Dolby Vision Blu-ray support without the premium price tag. Compatible with NTFS/FAT32 format external hard disk drives, you can share music (FLAC, WAV, WMA, AAC and MP3), photos (JPEG, MPO) and video content (MP4) without having to switch on your computer. HDD playback via USB With its USB socket you can enjoy content stored on your HDD (Hard Disk Drive). There's a web browser for the rest of the internet, while DLNA compatibility makes its simple to steam from other DLNA sources on your system, like your PC or NAS drive. And with the ability to playback Video On Demand (VOD) in high resolution, online content becomes eminently watchable. Smart content, including DLNA streaming The Panasonic DMP-BDT180 brings you the best of the internet with built-in apps for, amongst others, YouTube, Facebook and Twitter. 3D compatibility lets you view 3D Blu-rays on your 3D TV, plus there's 2D-3D conversion and 3D Effect Controller to control the depth of 3D images. 3D playback with 2D to 3D conversion As you'd expect from Panasonic, the DMPBDT180 offers a detailed and natural picture. It also offers 4K JPEG playback letting you see your high resolution photos in crystal clear clarity on your 4K TV. Taking 1080p one stage further, 4K Ultra HD upscaling gives even higher levels of detail and realism, and with 4K TVs now widely available, this is a great way of future-proofing your Blu-ray viewing. 4K upscaling for enhanced detail With 4K upscaling, the Panasonic DMPDBT180 is fully equipped to make the most of your 4K TV. With 4K UHD upscaling, the Panasonic DMP-BDT180 is the perfect match for your 4K TV. ![]()
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