Description
Panasonic UB420 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray Player – HDR10+, Hi‑Res Audio & HCX Processing – Smart Home Maven
Description
The Panasonic UB420 is a premium yet budget-friendly 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray player, offering advanced features for movie and music lovers. It supports multiple HDR formats—HDR10+, HDR10, and HLG—ensuring vivid colors and high contrast on any 4K display.
Powered by Panasonic’s Hollywood Cinema Experience (HCX) processor and 4K Precision Chroma Upscaling, the UB420 enhances picture quality—refining color, texture, and depth frame by frame. It features dual HDMI outputs (separate audio/video), built-in Wi‑Fi (802.11ac), Ethernet, and DLNA, delivering high-fidelity 4K streaming experiences.
On the audio front, it supports Hi‑Res Audio formats such as FLAC, WAV, ALAC, AIFF, up to 384 kHz/32‑bit, and DSD up to 11.2 MHz, complemented by a 192 kHz/32‑bit DAC for studio-grade sound. It also upscales DVDs to 4K and decodes Dolby TrueHD, DTS-HD, and bitstream pass-through Dolby Atmos/DTS:X.
A top choice for its price point, the UB420 delivers ultra-high-definition video and immersive audio, earning praise as a cinema-quality performer.
Key Features
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4K UHD Blu-ray playback with HDR10+, HDR10, and HLG
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HCX Processor for frame-by-frame color and tone optimization
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Dual HDMI outputs for separate audio and video signal paths
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Built-in Wi‑Fi and Ethernet, plus DLNA support
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Hi-Res Audio with DSD up to 11.2 MHz and 32-bit/384 kHz PCM
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192 kHz/32-bit DAC ensures high-clarity premium sound
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DVD up-scaling to near-4K quality via HDMI
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Supports Dolby TrueHD, DTS-HD, Dolby Atmos, and DTS:X pass-through
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Quiet disc loading and playback
Specifications
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Video Output | 4K Ultra HD (3840 × 2160) |
| HDR Formats | HDR10+, HDR10, HLG |
| Video Processor | HCX Processor + 4K Chroma Upscaling |
| Audio Formats | FLAC, WAV, ALAC, AIFF, DSD (up to 11.2 MHz), PCM 384 kHz/32‑bit |
| Audio Decoding | Dolby TrueHD, DTS-HD, Atmos & DTS:X pass-through |
| Connectivity | 2× HDMI (1 for Video, 1 for Audio), Optical Out, Ethernet, Wi-Fi, 2× USB (2.0 & 3.0) |
| Streaming Apps | Netflix, Prime Video, YouTube (4K) |
| DLNA Support | Yes |
| Dimensions (W×H×D) | 12.6″ × 1.8″ × 7.8″ (320 × 45 × 197 mm) |
| Weight | Approx. 3.1 lb (1.4 kg) |
| Power Consumption | 28 W normal; 0.3 W standby |
“Works With” Compatibility
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4K HDR TVs via HDMI output
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AV receivers supporting Dolby Atmos/DTS:X up to 7.1
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Hi-Res audio systems via HDMI/optical out
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Wi‑Fi or Ethernet networks for streaming
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DLNA media servers on local network
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USB drives with audio/video media
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Streaming platforms including Netflix, Prime Video, and YouTube
Setup + Maintenance Guide
Setup Steps
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Connect the “VIDEO” HDMI output to your TV, and “AUDIO” HDMI to an AV receiver or sound system.
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Plug in power, insert a disc, or connect a USB device.
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Connect to Wi‑Fi or Ethernet for streaming.
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Enable HDR10+ or HLG in Settings.
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Log in to streaming services.
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Optional: use DLNA to access network media.
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The player will automatically upscale DVD content to 4K.
Maintenance Tips
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Update firmware via Settings > Firmware Update.
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Gently clean exterior surfaces and disc tray with a microfiber cloth.
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Keep ventilation areas free of dust.
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Reboot occasionally to refresh performance.
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Handle discs with care to prevent read errors.
