Panasonic DP-UB9004AG1 Ultra HD Blu-Ray Player 4K/HDR10+Dolby Vision

Panasonic DP-UB9004AG1: Reference 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray & Network Player

The Panasonic DP-UB9004AG1 represents the reference class in optical players and high-end audio components. Designed for top-tier home theater performance, this player combines advanced video processing technologies from Panasonic Hollywood Laboratories (PHL) with an uncompromisingly engineered analog audio section. With its THX certification and support for all relevant HDR formats, the DP-UB9004 is the precise control center for uncompromising picture and sound reproduction.

Reference-level video processing: HCX processor & Multi-HDR

At the heart of the image processing is the HCX processor (Hollywood Cinema Experience). It guarantees highly precise chroma and signal processing, delivering the image to the output medium with exact color fidelity, detail, and the finest gradations.

Comprehensive HDR compatibility: In addition to the static formats HDR10 and Hybrid Log Gamma (HLG), the DP-UB9004 supports the dynamic standards HDR10+ and Dolby Vision . Dynamic tone mapping allows the contrast range to be individually adjusted for each scene.

HDR optimization (HDR Optimizer): This technology specifically compensates for brightness and contrast limitations of display devices (e.g. projectors or older OLED/LCD TVs) to avoid overexposure in bright areas and to fully preserve details in dark image areas.

4K Direct Chroma Upscaling: Standard-definition and Full HD content (Blu-ray, DVD) is precisely scaled to 4K resolution and output with optimized color subsampling (4:4:4).

Audiophile design and symmetrical signal processing

The audio section of the Panasonic DP-UB9004 is physically and electrically strictly separated from the video processing to eliminate crosstalk.

Dedicated power circuit: The power supply for the analog audio circuits is provided via a separate, low-noise circuit.

Symmetrical signal transmission (XLR): From the D/A converter to the analog output, the signal is processed completely symmetrically. This reduces electromagnetic interference and enables interference-free signal transmission to high-end preamplifiers or integrated amplifiers via the stereo XLR output .

7.1-channel analog output: For multi-channel enthusiasts, gold-plated RCA jacks are available for a 7.1 analog setup.

High-resolution audio playback: Supports native audiophile formats including DSD (up to 11.2 MHz), WAV/AIFF (up to 384 kHz / 32-bit), and FLAC. For lossless network streaming scenarios, precise clocking is integrated to minimize jitter (HDMI Low Clock Jitter Process).

Vibration-damped housing and mechanical stability

To eliminate mechanical vibrations and resonances that could impair the reading of optical data carriers, the DP-UB9004 uses a massive chassis design:

3D drive base: The optical drive is mounted on a decoupled, two-layer steel base.

Aluminum housing: The front and side panels are milled from solid, brushed aluminum. This gives the housing high rigidity, lowers the center of gravity, and minimizes vibrations.

Network connectivity & smart features

In addition to disc playback, the player acts as a versatile network client and renderer:

Hi-Res streaming & NAS access: Direct playback of high-resolution audio and video formats from network storage devices (NAS) or external hard drives (USB 3.0).

Smart TV & Integration: Integrated dual-band Wi-Fi (IEEE802.11 a/b/g/n/ac), internet apps, web browser and control compatibility for custom installation systems such as Control4 .

Technical data

Generally

Model name: Panasonic DP-UB9004AG1 / DP-UB9000

Certification: THX Certified, Ultra HD Premium

Dimensions (W x H x D): 430 x 81 x 300 mm

Weight: 7.8 kg

Housing: Solid aluminum (front/sides), decoupled 3D steel base

Power supply: AC 220–240 V, 50 Hz

Power consumption: 45 W (normal operation), 0.4 W (standby)

Image processing & formats

Video Processor: HCX Processor for Ultra HD Blu-ray

Supported HDR formats: Dynamic HDR10+, Dolby Vision, HDR10, Hybrid Log Gamma (HLG)

Upscaling: 4K Direct Chroma Upscaling (60p/50p/24p, 4:4:4 via HDMI 2.0)

Picture modes: Normal, Cinema, Fine Cinema, Retro Cinema, Animation, Live

Noise Reduction: Block/Random/Mosquito Noise Reduction

Audio & D/A conversion

Audio standards: Dolby Atmos, Dolby TrueHD, DTS:X, DTS-HD Master Audio (Decode & Bitstream)

Hi-Res Audio Formats (USB/Network):

DSD: 2.8MHz / 5.6MHz (2-Ch / 5.1-Ch), 11.2MHz (2-Ch)

WAV / AIFF: Up to 384 kHz / 32 bit

FLAC: Up to 192 kHz / 24 bit

ALAC: Up to 176.4 / 192 kHz (32 bit, 5.1-Ch)

Audio circuitry: Separate circuit boards (glass-epoxy) for analog outputs, low-noise op-amps, audio-grade electrolytic capacitors

HDMI Audio: Twin HDMI (separate audio/video output), HDMI Low Clock Jitter Process

Supported media (playback compatibility)

Ultra HD Blu-ray / FULL HD 3D / BD-Video: Yes

BD-RE / BD-RE DL / BD-R / BD-R DL: BDAV, BDMV, JPEG, MPO, MKV, MP4, TS, PS, FLAC, WAV, ALAC, AIFF, DSD, WMA, AAC, MP3

DVD-Video / DVD-R / DVD-R DL / DVD-RW / +R / +RW: Yes (including AVCHD, MKV, Hi-Res Audio)

CD / CD-R / CD-RW: CD-DA, DTS-CD, MKV, MP3, FLAC, WAV, AIFF, ALAC, AAC, WMA

Connections & Interfaces

HDMI outputs: 2 (Twin HDMI: Audio/Video separate)

Analog Audio:

Stereo XLR (balanced, gold-plated)

Stereo RCA/Cinch (gold-plated)

7.1-channel RCA output (gold-plated)

Digital Audio: 1x Optical (TOSLINK), 1x Coaxial (SPDIF)

USB interfaces: 1x USB 2.0 (front), 1x USB 3.0 Super Speed (rear)

Network: LAN (Ethernet 100/1000), WLAN (IEEE802.11 a/b/g/n/ac integrated)

Network properties & control

Network standards: DLNA (client & renderer), NAS access, BD-Live

Smart Integration: Control4 compatible, HDAVI Control 5 (VIERA Link) / HDMI CEC, Smartphone/Tablet Mirroring