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Special Feature	Voice Assist, Streaming 4K Video on Demand
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Model Name	DP-UB820-K
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Premium 4K Ultra HD Blu Ray Player for a Spectacular Home Theater Experience: Enjoy your library of special-edition Blu Ray, rare DVDs, or streamed content in true cinematic style with immersive video and audio.Operating temperature range : plus5°C to plus35°C ( plus41°F to plus95°F)
Smart and Streaming Features: Works with Alexa and Google Assistant for voice command without your remote. Connect to wireless network to stream 4K VOD content through Netflix, YouTube or Prime Video
Stunning Color and Detail: Exclusive Panasonic Hollywood Cinema Experience (HCX) tech is applied to 4K high-precision chroma processing for natural textures and depth, maximizing color, clarity, and detail
Studio Master Sound with Enhanced Clarity: Designed for high-resolution audio as it was meant to be heard. Connect to your audio system via twin HDMI for Hi-Res studio master sound
Supports Multiple HDR Formats: Blu ray DVD player enables high dynamic range playback of three 4K/HDR formats-HDR10 plus, HDR10, and Hybrid Log-Gamma (HLG), providing detailed 4K content

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Picture quality	4.7	4.8	4.3	4.5	4.2	4.6
Remote Control	3.8	4.6	3.9	4.0	—	3.8
Value for money	5.0	4.6	3.6	—	3.8	—
Easy to use	4.7	4.5	3.9	—	4.0	—
User interface	4.0	4.3	—	3.9	—	4.4
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media type	Blu-Ray Disc	DVD, Blu-Ray Disc	Blu-Ray Disc, DVD	Blu-Ray Disc	Blu-Ray Disc, DVD	DVD, Blu-Ray Disc
connector type	HDMI	HDMI, USB Type C	HDMI, USB 2.0	HDMI	HDMI, USB 2.0	HDMI
number of channels	7	2	—	2	3	2
connectivity tech	HDMI	HDMI	USB, HDMI	Wi-Fi	—	HDMI, RCA
analog video format	NTSC	—	NTSC	NTSC	NTSC	NTSC
weight	5.3 pounds	17.2 pounds	1.7 pounds	3.1 pounds	2.64 pounds	—

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8.06 x 16.9 x 2.5 inches

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DP-UB820-K

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The next level of home entertainment is yours with the premium Panasonic Ultra UD 4K Blu Ray Player (DP-UB820). Delivering stunning color and details, the Panasonic Blu Ray DVD Player applies exclusive HCX (Hollywood Cinema Experience) technology for 4K high-precision chroma processing to give natural textures and depth, maximizing color, clarity, and beauty. Panasonic's most advanced Ultra HD Blu-ray player supports 4K/HDR formats like next-generation HDR10+ dynamic metadata, HDR10, the standard HDR format for films and UHD Blu-ray discs, as well as Dolby Vision and Hybrid Log-Gamma (HLG) and, Panasonic's upscaling technologies produce 4K images with natural textures and incredible depth. Not only can you enjoy beautiful picture quality, but you can enjoy all your movies, shows and music with high-res audio studio master sound which reveals both rich and delicate tones with ultimate clarity. Includes 7.1ch analogue audio output and twin HDMI terminals which separate and transmit audio/visual signals for higher sound quality. Command a variety of operations without your remote with Alexa or Google Assistant plus access wider varieties of 4K content with 4K VOD streaming from Prime Video, Netflix and YouTube. With the Panasonic Bluray Player, you can relish the experience of your favorite movies and shows. *If the Blu-ray/DVD doesn't play, please clean the disc as mentioned in the Owner's Manual and insert for playback. This player does not support to play all regions discs. Only USA region disc playback is supported; Blu-ray disc - Region "A" / DVD disc - Region "1". For additional Troubleshooting information, please refer to the Owner's Manual in product guides and documents section.

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Welcome to the next level of home entertainment. Panasonic's HCX processor maximizes color, clarity and detail in 4K/HDR formats like Dolby Vision, providing a range of home cinema options from 4K Blu-ray discs to 4K upscaling, 4K streaming & more.


HDR10+, HDR10, Dolby Vision and HLG formats Panasonic's most advanced Ultra HD Blu-ray player supports 4K/HDR formats like next-generation HDR10+ dynamic metadata, HDR10, the standard HDR format for films and UHD Blu-ray discs, as well as Dolby Vision and Hybrid Log-Gamma (HLG).	HCX processor Panasonic's Hollywood Cinema Experience processor confidently delivers precise chroma and HDR processing for beyond-dazzling color and detail in all your 4K/HDR content.	Works with Alexa Panasonic's DP-UB820 supports voice assist with Amazon Alexa. A wide, convenient variety of operations, such as play, pause, fast forward and more can be easily voice activated without a remote for hands-free control. Google Assistant is also supported.	Closer than ever to real life Panasonic's original image processing technologies produce HDR images with higher-than-ever definition. From one scene to the next, mapping is applied to instantly adjust brightness levels in all your HDR content. Even HDR images from HDR10 and TV footage that don't support new formats like HDR10+ and Dolby Vision deliver dazzling playback.


More vivid color and detail Panasonic‘s unique 4K High Precision Chroma Processing. 4K image color signals (4:2:0) are integrated into 4K (4:4:4) by a multi-tap chroma process for full, natural textures and depth.	4K Direct chroma upscaling By upconverting Full-HD chrominance and luminance signals directly into 4K signals, Panasonic's upscaling technologies produce 4K images with natural textures and incredible depth. (To fully enjoy 4K Upscaling a 4K/UHD TV is required)	High clarity premium sound 192-kHz/32-bit 4-DAC supports high-resolution audio to reveal full, rich sounds and delicate tones of musical instruments, and even the breathing of vocal performances. Twin HDMI terminals separate and transmit video and audio signals for higher, more satisfying sound quality.	Enhanced sound purity HDMI Low Clock Jitter Process faithfully reproduces the original sound recorded onto your Blu-ray discs and DVDs for exceptional audio no matter which brand of TV or AV receiver you have.


Hi-Res playback In addition to WAV/FLAC/MP3/AAC/WMA/AIFF formats, DSD (5.6 MHz/2.8 MHz/11.2MHz) and ALAC music files can be faithfully reproduced for Hi-Res sound and enjoyment. Simply connect the DP-UB820 to your home audio system to revel in music sources equivalent to true studio master sound quality.	4K VOD Streaming for Prime Video, Netflix and YouTube Prime Video, Netflix and YouTube streaming enhances your 4K content choices. These high-definition internet video signals are processed by Panasonic's 4K High-Precision Chroma Processor to give you crisp, beautiful images.


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4K Streaming Video on Demand (Netflix, Prime Video, YouTube) / Apps	✓	✓
Voice Assistant (Alexa, Google Assistant)	✓	✓
Wireless LAN Built-in	✓	✓
Dolby Vision Playback	✓
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Customers like the ease of use, picture quality, and readability of the video disc player. For example, they mention it's easy to setup and use, has great picture and audio, and offers crystal clear picture. That said, opinions are mixed on interface, quality, performance, sound quality, value.

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142 customers mention118 positive24 negative

Customers like the picture quality of the video disc player. They mention that the picture is fantastic, HDR10+ looks good, and streaming capabilities. They also say that 3D looks better than any of their 3D Blu-ray players, and the motion is smooth and the colors are real. Customers also say the video is truly outstanding, and that the unconverted Blu-Rays look stunning.

"...Picture quality is fantastic, upscaler(I believe it's auto by default) is amazing and works really well especially on dvd's and blu ray's...." Read more

"...Lousy streaming & streaming menu & apps! Cool disc tray door cover which you can open w/the remote but I like to open it by hand so not to wear out..." Read more

"...Upon start-up, the interface has an elegant look to it and easy to use. Making your selection has never been more user friendly...." Read more

"...The Panasonic has been great so far -- excellent picture quality and no problems playing any of our old DVDs." Read more

99 customers mention69 positive30 negative

Customers are mixed about the sound quality of the video disc player. Some mention that it delivers far superior video and audio than the 6-year old Samsung, and the actual playback of discs is impeccable. However, others say that the control of the audio outputs is through the setup, and streaming services now have no audio. They also say the subwoofer level is limited and the voices are off.

"...Good sound from movies & music - maybe even better than the OPPO! Also good noise isolation. A little pricey, but I guess you get what you pay for?..." Read more

"...This machine doesn't freeze up anywhere in the movie. It plays straight through, start to finish. Yay! So far...." Read more

"...It is an excellent dvd player, supporting DV and HDR10+.However, I will be wary of buying anything from this seller again." Read more

"...I don't like that the subwoofer level is so limited that in order to mix it with the rest of the speakers you have to reduce them essentially all..." Read more

40 customers mention29 positive11 negative

Customers like the readability of the DVD player. They say it's clear and easy to navigate. They also appreciate the Dolby Vision and HDR capabilities. Customers also mention that the center channel vocals are clearer and the sound has several HDR modes.

"...Remote control is simple, easy to readOver all I'd rate this product 5 stars and I rarely leave ratings...." Read more

"...There is a several choice selection of HDR (High Dynamic Range) as well...." Read more

"...But the unit does not play some of these discs.They are all discs I bought at the local Walmart over the years...." Read more

"So far the movies I have played on this player are more sharp & clear. Sound is better. Very happy with this player." Read more

34 customers mention30 positive4 negative

Customers find the video disc player easy to set up and use. They appreciate the simple picture setup and remote control. Some mention that the player can connect to their home network easily.

"...When first hooking it up and powering on, it runs an initial easy setup that detects your TV and properly optimizes everything..." Read more

"...User interface is good but could use some work, it's simple enough but some network features might be lacking to standard...." Read more

"...when I'm in the kitchen. Quick linking to my phone. Lousy streaming & streaming menu & apps!..." Read more

"...Upon start-up, the interface has an elegant look to it and easy to use. Making your selection has never been more user friendly...." Read more

125 customers mention78 positive47 negative

Customers are mixed about the quality of the video disc player. Some mention it's outstanding, a very nice piece of quality equipment that has stood the test of time, and provides very high quality output. However, others say that the remote control is stuck in the late 2000s, the first drive was defective, and the movie would constantly skip and freeze during certain scenes.

"...quality is fantastic, upscaler(I believe it's auto by default) is amazing and works really well especially on dvd's and blu ray's...." Read more

"...disappointed with several aspects of it, even before it bricked for no apparent reason...." Read more

"...Great ingenuity & well thought out adjustments for the brightness capabilities of the brand & tech specs on your t.v.. HDR is amazing, & the ability..." Read more

"This is an excellent machine, top to bottom, starting with the user interface...." Read more

109 customers mention54 positive55 negative

Customers are mixed about the performance of the video disc player. Some mention that it plays well and is very fast to start disk. However, others say that it simply will not work if you attempt to run a dolby, the resume play function does not work, and the new 4K disc just out of the box wouldn't play.

"...upscaler(I believe it's auto by default) is amazing and works really well especially on dvd's and blu ray's...." Read more

"...far, I'm impressed overall, Sleep timer is super annoying, as it shuts off the unit, versus putting it into sleep mode...." Read more

"...Thankfully (since it is a surprise gift) it appears to be working. It is an excellent dvd player, supporting DV and HDR10+...." Read more

"...saying my warranty is void and refusing to fix what is clearly a faulty player.I bought this player from Amazon on June 28, 2022...." Read more

60 customers mention38 positive22 negative

Customers are mixed about the value of the video disc player. Some mention it's worth the price, while others say it'll be a waste of money.

"...This is completely worth the price. Like we've always heard, "You get what you pay for"...." Read more

"...Also good noise isolation. A little pricey, but I guess you get what you pay for? Arrived promptly & undamaged, well packaged...." Read more

"Worth the cost over cheaper alternatives. This one also beats the Sony in the same price point...." Read more

"...superior video and audio than the 6-year old Samsung and it was worth the cost.BUT!..." Read more

58 customers mention23 positive35 negative

Customers have mixed opinions about the interface of the video disc player. Some find it good, intuitive, and easy to navigate, while others say it's clunky and slow.

"...The menu was bare bones and ugly, the whole user experience felt cheap, and the lack of automatic Dolby Vision detection was super annoying..." Read more

"...User interface is good but could use some work, it's simple enough but some network features might be lacking to standard...." Read more

"...The streaming features are slow and out-dated, I would not use this for anything internet related, even though the remote has a massive NetFlix..." Read more

"...Good & intuitive on screen menu w/quick set-up feature...." Read more

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I was charged for a new 4k dvd player, but received an open box, scratched dvd player (see pictures). There was none of that 'peel off' clear plastic on the shiny bits, which also tells me it has been reboxed. Thankfully (since it is a surprise gift) it appears to be working. It is an excellent dvd player, supporting DV and HDR10+.
However, I will be wary of buying anything from this seller again.

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Reymundo dejesus

Better than Oppo

Reviewed in the United States on April 21, 2024

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2nd one I've brought bought 1st one 2017
This is for me the best 4k player on the market if you have a library of 4k disc and still buying them you must get the Panasonic UB820 I still own the oppo udp203 the UB820 is better

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James Donahue

Good replacement for Sony UBP-X800

Reviewed in the United States on April 5, 2024

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I bought this to replace a Sony UBP-X800 and I'm happy I did. We had a couple of old DVDs that wouldn't play in the Sony and I wanted Dolby Vision support, so I upgraded. The Panasonic has been great so far -- excellent picture quality and no problems playing any of our old DVDs.

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Kevin

Best Disc player I've ever had

Reviewed in the United States on April 3, 2024

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This is an excellent machine, top to bottom, starting with the user interface. Upon start-up, the interface has an elegant look to it and easy to use. Making your selection has never been more user friendly.

The only reason I gave the remote a 4-star rating is that there is no selection on it for subtitles which I always use due to hearing loss. However, it is available within OPTIONS on the remote. And when you get to subtitles inside OPTIONS, you have some control over the position and look of the subtitles. I have never that that option before.

And there are many controls you can select within VIDEO and AUDIO selections. There is a several choice selection of HDR (High Dynamic Range) as well.

In comparison to other 4K UHD players, this looks better and so far, doesn't freeze up while changing layers. I have another player of a different brand which I purchased a few months ago that will freeze up while changing layers. (I have researched why it freezes up and that is what I found). This machine doesn't freeze up anywhere in the movie. It plays straight through, start to finish. Yay! So far. I will say that I got it just yesterday and have watched one movie so far. There is a point in this 4K movie that it freezes up with our other machine and last night it played straight through top to finish without freezing. Yay!

This is completely worth the price. Like we've always heard, "You get what you pay for". I suggest that you don't go with cheaper the models just to save some coin, you may be very sorry that you did like I was.

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Maureen A. Hall

Great blue ray player

Reviewed in the United States on May 5, 2024

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Great player and a decent price

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More reliable than Sony

Reviewed in the United States on April 16, 2024

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I went through 2 Sony players that died for the same reason - failed to power on shortly after purchase.

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Edwin Browne

Excellent player

Reviewed in the United States on April 23, 2024

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I love everything about this player. Great features.

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Christopher S. Wilson

Broken After Less Than 1 Year, Panasonic Refuses to Help

Reviewed in the United States on June 12, 2023

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When I first received this player, I thought it was pretty good.

After less than a year, however, the problems started.

The tray got stuck in the closed position. I would push the eject button and the display would indicating it was opening, but it wouldn't actually open and a couple of seconds later the display would say "reading" and it would act as if the tray had been opened and closed again, reading the disc and playing it.

I searched online for a solution. I found suggestions for various button presses, power cycling, etc. None of it worked. Finally, I found a video talking about how old DVD players can get in a state where they are stuck like this. According to the video, it was because the drive motor has dead spots, and just shifting where on the belt the dead spot is will fix the problem. It was a different brand and model, but the video showed the person opening up the box and manually moving a piece to move the motor off the dead spot. The video said it was a common issue with older players.

So I opened up the box of my player and removed the drive unit. I found a plastic slider and manually slid it a bit. It worked! When I re-assembled everything, my player was working again!

For a while, all was well. But then it happened again. And again. Sometimes it would freeze up in the open position and sometimes in the closed position. When it would freeze up in the open position, it was super easy to fix -- just a slight nudge on the tray would cause it to catch and close. But whenever it froze up in the closed position, I'd have to disassemble the unit to get to the slider to nudge it. It started out being weeks between times I'd have to disassemble it. Now it happens every few days.

Before posting a review here, I wanted to give Panasonic a chance to make things right. I filed an official complaint on their web portal on May 17, 2023. My report was assigned issue #30570. They claimed they would respond quickly, but I heard nothing back until today, June 12, 2023.

In my complaint to Panasonic, I described my issue and proposed that they send me a replacement drive assembly. I would then send back the defective drive assembly to them, so they could verify the issue and hopefully improve future hardware. This was their reply:

"Regarding your inquiry, we cannot send you a replacement for that part as the procedure can only be made at the service center.

Also, we cannot cover the warranty costs for the repairs as you have tampered with the unit, voiding the warranty."

I don't really want to have to send my unit in to a service center to be without it for an unknown length of time. I use it all the time. I thought if I could fix it myself (which I did successfully do), it was a win for everyone -- Panasonic doesn't have to pay for a warranty fix and I'm not without a player for weeks. But they punish me for doing that by saying my warranty is void and refusing to fix what is clearly a faulty player.

I bought this player from Amazon on June 28, 2022. Today, June 12, 2023, it's very seriously broken and getting steadily worse, none of which is the fault of anything I did. And Panasonic is refusing to help.

Don't buy this player. Don't buy from Panasonic. Find a manufacturer that that will give good customer service and not try to weasel out of responsibility for its own problems.

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