does the picture change when you go to the main menu? have you tried playing something from a usb stick. if you never notice a change in the picture, it will be due to the cable or the output of the player... at least from here😜
Hello, no, it's not region-free.
You can download the region free firmware here. https://www.regionfreedom.com/index.php/enhanced-firmware/panasonic-blu-ray-players/67-dp-ub420-dp-ub424-dp-ub820-dp-ub824-dp-ub9000-dp-ub9004/182-dp-ub420-ub424-ub820-ub824-ub9000-ub9004-enhanced-firmware-for-selected-models-eb-ef-eg-gn-p-pc#advfeatures
We also do not state that the unit has a recording function. In the specifications it is declared as a "player". "Blu-ray player + recorder" is merely the product category for all Blu-ray players, with and without recording function.
The main difference between the DP-UB424 and DP-UB824 is the advanced features of the DP-UB824, including a more projector-optimised video processor and some additional options for HDR optimisation.options for HDR optimisation, but both use the same HCX processor for excellent 4K Ultra HD picture quality with HDR10+ and advanced audio support.
For smooth playback of 4K or Full HD files in EAC3 (Dolby Digital Plus) from a NAS, this player supports Dolby Digital Plus audio formats and 4K Ultra HD playback, including H.265 decoding, which should ensure smooth playback of these files. It is also WiFi compatible, making it easy to connect to the network to access files stored on a NAS.
In short, this player is well suited to replacing a Sony player that doesn't support these formats, offering excellent compatibility with 4K, Full HD, EAC3/DD+ and H.265 files, as well as top-level picture and sound quality. The DP-UB824 may offer a slight advantage if you're using a projector or want additional HDR options, but for conventional use, the DP-UB424 is a good all-rounder.
The Blu-ray player can play American DVD films if they come from the appropriate region or if the player is region-free. DVD players are often region-locked by default, but models such as the Panasonic DP-UB420 are region-free and can play DVDs from all regions (0-8). For the DP-UB424 (DP-UB424EGK) there is no explicit indication of region freedom, but it is common for Panasonic 4K Blu-ray players to be able to play DVDs from different regions. To make sure that the player plays American DVDs (Region 1) without restrictions, we recommend checking the region settings carefully or updating the firmware if available.
Hello Rolf,
I bought the player for a customer (after a rather mediocre experience with the Sony BDP-S6700) and the customer is now happy. The DP-UB424 has an excellent price-performance ratio! However, I did some research and found the following:
"You can change the position as well as the size of the subtitles via a zoom function during operation."
Unfortunately, in the operating instructions I only found how to select the "subtitle menu", but not the available setting options.
I am therefore basing my statement on information from the Internet, i.e. "without guarantee"!
I hope I could be of some help.
Have fun & LG, Andreas
Hello
This player has an optical Toslink output, now the question is whether your soundbar has a Toslink input.
Toslink cable: LINK2GO TosLink Audio Fibre Optic Cable (2m, Entry, Optical)
Another option would be to connect the player with HDMI to an audio extractor and the extractor with 3.5mm jack to your soundbar.
Audio Extractor: Delock HDMI Audio 5.1 Extractor
Or you can go with optical Toslink into this more expensive extractor and with 3.5mm jack into the soundbar.
More expensive audio extractor: Lindy HDMI Audio Signal Extractor (Stereo, Extractor, Black)
Kind regards
