A:AnswerTruthfully, the Panasonic UB820 has exactly the same video processing capabilities as the UB9000 at less than half the price. Both have the very useful HDR Optimizer and both will play all Dolby and DTS audio modes present on DVDs, Blu-rays and 4K discs. The UB9000 does have a more robust physical build (it's similar to that of the now discontinued Oppo-203) and has some high-end audiophile capabilities (not those on video discs) that the UB820 doesn't have. As pure disc players both models are superb but, ultimately, if you don't need the additional audiophile abilities and are OK with a disc player that uses more plastic than metal in it's case, the UB820 may be worth a look.
A:AnswerThank you for your comment, Sidh.This player can only play discs intended for Region 1, code for DVD which means U.S., Canada, U.S. Territories and Region A, code for Blu-ray which means The Americas and their dependencies.
A:AnswerThe Bose 650 will easily connect the 4K video output of the Panasonic DB9000 to your 4K TV or projector. Where the Bose falls short, IMHO, is its inability to take advantage of the new 3D sound field technology found in Dolby Atmos and DTS-X. All 4K Blu-Ray discs contain Dolby Atmos or DTS-X. But to enjoy the 3D sound field (and what a joy it is!) you need an additional 4 speakers in the ceiling of your viewing room. My own speaker configuration is 7.2.4, which I built arouund a Yamaha CXA5200 central preamplifier/processor along with the necessary amplification to drive the 7 Bower & Wilkins surround speakers plus the 4 B & W speakers in the ceiling. I bought the $999 DB9000 because it interfaces nicely both in build quality and in functionality with the rest of my system. Conversely, the Bose has a 5.1 sound field and does not support Dolby Atmos or DTS-X. If you love the Bose, there are many less expensive 4K Blu-Ray players that can fill a 5.1 sound field and provide excellent 4K video.
Now, if you are considering a Onkyo receiver and a Klipsch 5- or 7-speaker surround system, the DB9000 might be a good fit. The Onkyo RZ5100 is, to my knowledge, the only Onkyo that supports Dolby Atmos, DTS-X and has 11 channels – enough for 7 surround and 4 ceiling speakers. The RZ5100 (like my Yamaha) is a preamplifier/processor. It contains no amplification to drive the speakers. These amps must be bought separately (To avoid 11 separate amplifiers underfoot, there are some amplifier brands which offer all kinds of nifty builds for 5.2.4 or 7.2.4 configurations – and they, like the RZ5100, accept XLR connectors.)
If you like everything in one box, the Denon AVR X6500 has 11 channels with amplification included. Same for the Pioneer Elite SCX904. For both models, just connect your speakers to the rear of the chassis. The DB9000 would be a good fit for the Onkyo, Denon or the Pioneer Elite processors for the same reasons I bought the DB9000 for my system build quality and functionality.
Finally, for a matching speaker system, any floor-standing Klipsch series would be a good choice, as would any floor-standing series from Bower & Wilkins (which I have in my system). There is just one caution concerning speakers:
I strongly recommend that you stay away from any of the so-called “Height” speakers that sit on the top of your main speakers and purport to bounce the Dolby Atmos signals off the ceiling for a “virtual” 3D sound field. Most reviewers (and me!) find them a very poor substitute for ceiling speakers that produce a “REAL” 3D sound field experience.
A:AnswerNo, you are limited to what it comes with.
For streaming apps you are better off seperately getting a Google Chromecast Ultra and you will be able to stream everything to it using your phone as a remote, when new streaming apps come out it will immediately work with no additional software updates needed.
The Panasonic is the best 4k Blu-ray player you can buy. There is no device that is both an excellent Blu-ray player and an excellent streamer, you really need two seperate devices.
A:AnswerThis unit supports Dolby Vision. You can set enable/disable of the Dolby Vision function.
By changing this setting to “On”, you can use the Dolby Vision function under the following conditions:
A device (TV, etc.) that supports Dolby Vision is connected.
A disc that supports Dolby Vision is played back.
A:AnswerIt uses a high-grade 768KHz/32bit AK4493 DAC, nurtured by a dedicated audio power supply; a tailored circuit board for the Neutrik-balanced analogue output keeps everything interference-free.
A:AnswerBecause it is a 4K HDR player it is assumed that it is a 120 Hz. It is also a reference standard player. Do not use the standby power on function, the player will get hot.
A:AnswerIt depends on the quality of the DAC in your receiver, which converts the HDMI's digital audio signal into analog. Since the DAC in this Panasonic player is probably of higher quality than the one in your receiver, I'd expect you'd get better sound quality using the player's analog outputs.
In my system, which uses a very good but older DAC to convert the HDMI signal, I prefer the sound quality of the Panasonic player's analog outputs. You can connect both options and switch between them, as I did, to experiment.
A:AnswerHello! We currently do not have specific information about new Blu-Rays on the market. Please stay tuned on our social media channels and website for updates! -M
A:AnswerThank you for your question! The player does have analog ports, as such, the unit can be connected using those, as long as the speakers would be compatible with the unit.To enjoy audio with an amplifier connected to the 7.1ch AUDIO OUT terminals: Set “Analog Multi Channel” to “On”.
A:AnswerHello, the models are the same, they are both DP-UB9000. We checked and it appears that the DP-UB9000P1K is the one available at the moment, but they do not differ at all it terms of specifications. -A
A:AnswerKindly be informed that this unit does not use a C7 type of cord. The AC power supply cord for this model is K2CB2YY00098. We do not recommend changing the power cord of the unit.
A:AnswerI wouldn't recommend removing the feet. You would lose the ability for heat to circulate and disperse and also may increase vibration in chassis.
