Firmware version 1.82 was published earlier this week for the UB9000 and UB820. It allows users to explicitly select between what it calls type 1 and type 2 Dolby Vision modes if the player determines that the display device supports both types. Type 1 is also known as standard Dolby Vision or TV-led Dolby Vision where the display device performs tone mapping. Type 2 is also known as low latency Dolby Vision or player-led Dolby Vision where the player performs tone mapping. A player that runs firmware version 1.82 picks type 2 by default if connected to a high luminance device like an LG G3, LG G4, Sony A95L, or Sony Bravia 9 like in the bad firmware version 1.76, but then allows the user to override this choice if the player knows that the display device accepts both types. This video could use an update to incorporate this new setting. One trick that some AVS Forum users have found is that users might need to disable and then reenable Dolby Vision in order to view this menu. Another thing that forum users are saying is that the menu might not show up for their TVs because the TV either can’t get bright enough for the player to automatically switch to low latency Dolby Vision in order to suppress bright subtitles or is unable to support one of the modes (e.g. early LG TVs being unable to accept low latency Dolby Vision, or early Sony TVs with Dolby Vision being unable to accept standard Dolby Vision through HDMI because the HDMI ports bypass the TV’s tone mapping hardware so they require low latency Dolby Vision through HDMI and can only do standard Dolby Vision through apps running directly on the TV). Standard Dolby Vision usually is better than low latency Dolby Vision for Blu-ray disc playback if both options are available. Another issue is that some Dolby Vision TVs (mainly non-LG TVs) have broken Dolby Vision implementations, so disabling Dolby Vision to force HDR10 can sometimes improve video quality on those TVs.
Thanks for the information! I know there's been an update for my player, but I haven't done it to ensure I don't lose the ability to bypass the region lock.
Trying to link up my panasonic 820 with my 4k optoma projector and have been having trouble getting a decent picture on my 100 inch screen so hopefully this info will help me. Will report back if I get success!!!
I hope it works out for you! The UB9000 has an extra setting specifically for projector luminance, but you should still be able to get a sold picture with the UB820 nonetheless.
He doesn't understand HDR10+ is a HDR format and shouldn't be on if you prefer Dolby Vision. If his TV does not support HDR10+ it won't make any difference whatsoever leaving it on. It will not make colours brighter like he said. I think he should do his research.
I purchased panasonic ub820 about year ago this player has been flawless picture is awesome I did buy remote that comes with 900 unit it works perfectly
All three are basically geared only for movies, so that's a tough question. If you have the funds, I'd say the UB9000, but the UB820 is almost just as good and half of the cost.
You may try the different remote codes in the settings and see if that does the trick! I’ve only had good luck with that if the player is the same brand as the TV.
Hello. I purchased a UB9000 five months ago. After two months, it began to make noise when playing Blu-rays during the first 5-15 minutes of the film, then the noise stops. With 4K Blu-rays, the noise is louder and persists beyond the beginning of the film! Have you experienced similar issues?
I had the Panasonic ub820 it stop reading my discs after 3-4 years and I am very disappointed with this player. Now I have the Panasonic ub420 and it works flawlessly!!
I bought the Panasonic ub820. I'm gonna be in the minority and say it's no better than my PS5. Sure it looks good but it looks the same. I think it's a gimmick. I wanted to buy it and see for myself.
I think it depends on the content, your setup, and if you're utilizing the HDR Optimizer. PS5 is basic playback with no Dolby Vision support, which is a no go for me, but I understand your viewpoint!
@@b-icemedia I'm using a A80L with a Dolby Atmos setup. I even used a couple different movies from 4k to blu ray and not a difference. I have a great setup and I can't even see the point. I'm glad that you're enjoying your experience 👍👍
