Dune HD Ultra Vision 4K Media Player

Description

Flagship High-End full-sized 4Kp60 Dolby Vision & HDR10+ Media Player on Realtek 1619DR with 2 HDD racks and Hi-Fi audio. Advanced connectivity, 2x HDD hot-swap + internal, High-End ES9038PRO audio DAC, Hi-End power supply with two transformers, only High-End components.

Premium full-sized casing

The premium full-sized casing features a standard 43 cm design that integrates seamlessly into any professional audio/video rack. Its solid construction not only enhances durability but also helps reduce vibration, contributing to stable performance and a refined, high-end appearance.

Hi-End PSU

The high-end power supply unit uses dual R-Type power transformers with completely separated power delivery for digital and analog circuits. This design minimizes electrical interference and ensures exceptionally clean, stable power for superior video clarity and audio fidelity.

Hi-End audiophile DAC

At the heart of the audio system is the ESS flagship SABRE PRO ES9038PRO DAC, delivering an industry-leading dynamic range of up to 140 dB with ultra-low distortion. Combined with the XMOS XU216 audio processor, it provides bit-perfect playback with original sample-rate preservation, ultra-low jitter reclocking, and support for Direct DSD as well as high-resolution lossless formats including FLAC and PCM up to 384 kHz.

Hi-Fi analog audio outputs

High-quality analog audio output is ensured through premium RCA connectors and professional-grade balanced XLR outputs, allowing seamless integration with both consumer Hi-Fi systems and professional audio equipment.

Headphone amplifier

A front-panel headphone output is powered by a dedicated high-quality headphone amplifier connected directly to the ESS SABRE PRO DAC, delivering precise, detailed sound for private listening without compromising audio quality.

Hi-End hardware design

The internal hardware design employs high-speed Schottky diodes in power rectifiers, low-noise voltage stabilizers for digital and analog audio circuits, and dual Bipolar/JFET operational amplifiers to achieve optimal signal purity and reliability.

Hi-End components from famous vendors

Only premium components from renowned manufacturers are used, including NEUTRIK connectors, Vishay Roederstein resistors, WIMA capacitors, and Nichicon capacitors, ensuring long-term stability, performance consistency, and audiophile-grade quality.

Big OLED display

A large matrix OLED display on the front panel shows the current time, playback status, song information, and full menu navigation. This allows convenient operation and media control even when the TV is turned off.

Two HDD racks

The media player includes a front-panel hot-swap HDD rack for quick insertion and replacement of 3.5" SATA drives, as well as a rear-panel slot supporting 3.5" or 2.5" HDDs and SSDs for flexible internal storage expansion.

Advanced silent cooling

An advanced silent cooling system based on a 120 mm ultra-low-noise Noctua fan ensures effective thermal management while maintaining near-silent operation, even during demanding playback scenarios.

RTD1619DR media processor

Powered by the latest Realtek RTD1619DR media processor, the device delivers top-tier performance and advanced video features, including full support for Dolby Vision and high-resolution playback.

Two HDMI output ports

Dual HDMI outputs provide greater flexibility, allowing optimal audio and video quality in complex setups, such as connecting a 4K/HDR TV alongside an A/V receiver that does not support 4K or HDR.

Dolby Vision and HDR10+

Support for Dolby Vision and HDR10+ enables dynamic metadata processing that adjusts brightness and contrast scene by scene or frame by frame. This ensures maximum detail in both dark and bright scenes, far surpassing conventional static HDR technology.

Dolby Vision VS10 video processor

The Dolby Vision VS10 engine enhances image quality for all content types SDR, HDR, and Dolby Vision across any output mode. Its advanced 12-bit video processing reduces banding and improves tone mapping, delivering visible benefits even on TVs without native Dolby Vision support.

Playback of Dolby Vision ISO/folder structures

The media player supports direct playback of Dolby Vision ISO files and folder structures, including MEL and FEL formats. Extended Dolby Vision metadata is fully preserved and transmitted to the TV, a unique capability enabled by Dune HD’s proprietary playback engine.

Widest support for Dolby Vision file formats

Dolby Vision playback is supported across all popular container formats, including MKV, MP4, TS, M2TS, ISO, and full movie folders. All major Dolby Vision profiles P4, P5, P7 MEL/FEL, and P8 are supported, offering unmatched format compatibility.

Dune HD Dolby Vision Purifier

This exclusive Dune HD technology dynamically optimizes Dolby Vision files for the Realtek RTD1619DR processor, ensuring stable playback even with poorly encoded files that may cause stuttering or synchronization issues on other players.

VP9 profile 2 and YouTube 4K HDR support

In addition to standard VP9, the player supports VP9 profile 2 with HDR, enabling smooth playback of YouTube 4K HDR content with accurate color and contrast.

+77% faster CPU

A powerful 6-core ARM A55 CPU delivers up to 77% higher performance compared to previous 4-core A53 designs, ensuring faster navigation, smoother multitasking, and improved application performance.

+50% faster GPU

The upgraded Mali-G51 GPU provides up to 50% higher graphics performance, enhancing UI responsiveness and supporting demanding video processing tasks.

4 GB RAM

With 4 GB of RAM double that of previous generations the media player handles heavy applications more smoothly and maintains stable performance during multitasking.

32 GB flash

The expanded 32 GB internal flash storage provides ample space for large applications, system data, and cached content.

Android 9

Running on Android 9.0, the device offers improved compatibility with modern Android applications while maintaining system stability and performance.

3 antennas

Three external antennas two for 2T2R Wi-Fi and one dedicated to Bluetooth ensure stronger wireless signals, higher throughput, and more reliable connections.

Bluetooth 5.0

Bluetooth 5.0 provides improved range, speed, and connection stability compared to earlier versions, enabling seamless pairing with a wide range of wireless devices.

Best-In-Class Movie ISO/Folder Structure Playback

Dune HD media players offer industry-leading support for movie ISO and folder structures, including 4K, 3D, and HD audio. Playback is smooth and uninterrupted from local or network sources, even with complex disc structures.

Flicker-free Frame-rate/Resolution Switching

An advanced flicker-free switching method changes video modes before playback starts, eliminating the distracting flashes common with other media players.

Auto Frame-rate/Resolution Switching for Android Applications

Unlike other Realtek-based players, Dune HD supports automatic frame-rate and resolution switching not only for local files but also for Android apps, including accurate support for 23.976 and 24.0 fps content.

Professional-Grade Controls for Video Output Parameters

Advanced configuration options allow precise tuning of video output, including per-mode chroma subsampling control, making the player suitable for professional installers and demanding home theater setups.

Widevine L1 and Premium Video Services

Widevine Level 1 DRM support enables playback of premium streaming services in HD and Ultra HD quality, unlike devices limited to standard definition output.

Stereo and Multichannel SACD Playback

The player supports high-quality SACD playback in ISO, DFF, and DSF formats, including stereo and multichannel files with DST compression. Multichannel DSD can be converted to high-resolution PCM for HDMI output.

Linux-Based Dune HD OS

A hybrid operating system combines a Linux-based Dune HD OS for stable media playback with Android OS for application support, running simultaneously for optimal performance.

Dune HD Android Playback Accelerator Technology

This proprietary technology intelligently manages Android system resources to minimize interference with the media playback engine, ensuring smooth and consistent audio-video performance.

Dune HD Ecosystem

An open SDK and APIs enable a rich ecosystem of applications, plugins, extensions, custom interfaces, and smart home integrations available through the Dune Store and community developers.

Dune HD UI

Refined over more than 12 years, the Dune HD user interface is optimized for TV screens and remote control operation, offering intuitive navigation and excellent usability.

Dune HD Movies Organizer and Movies Encyclopedia

The “My Collection” feature automatically organizes movies into a visually appealing catalog, complemented by a comprehensive encyclopedia with detailed descriptions, posters, trailers, and cross-references.

Dune HD Mobile App

The Dune Control mobile app for iOS and Android provides full control of the media player, mirrors the on-screen menu, and offers convenient browsing and playback management directly from a smartphone.

Smart Home

A powerful IP control interface enables seamless integration with smart home and automation systems such as Control4 and Crestron.

Proven History of Software Updates During a Very Long Period

Dune HD is known for long-term software support, with updates provided for many years thanks to a unified code base shared across all models.

HD Audio Support

The media player fully supports HD audio output to compatible A/V receivers for an immersive home theater experience.

Full 3D Support

Support for Side-by-Side, Top-and-Bottom, and MVC formats ensures accurate and smooth Full HD 3D playback.

Optical Disc Drive Support (USB)

An external USB optical disc drive can be connected to play media from unencrypted optical discs.

Dual-Band 802.11ac 2T2R Wi-Fi and 1Gbit Ethernet

High-performance dual-band Wi-Fi with 2T2R support and Gigabit Ethernet ensures reliable playback of high-bitrate content over both wireless and wired networks.

Built-in Bluetooth

Integrated Bluetooth allows easy connection of peripherals such as keyboards, mice, remotes, speakers, and headphones.

Premium IR Remote with Learning and Backlight

The included IR remote features backlighting and learning capabilities, allowing it to control the media player as well as TVs and other equipment.

Bluetooth remote with AirMouse Function and Microphone

The Bluetooth remote offers AirMouse control, voice search via an integrated microphone, and IR learning in newer batches for versatile and convenient operation.

IR Input Port and IR Extender

An IR input port and included IR extender provide flexible installation options, especially for hidden or cabinet-mounted setups.

Power Button on the Front Panel

A dedicated front-panel power button allows easy manual control of the media player without using a remote.

Technical Specifications

General

Wireless & Networking

Storage & Media Sources

USB & External Interfaces

Video Outputs

Audio Outputs & Inputs

Video Playback & Processing

Audio Playback

Subtitles, Photos & Playlists

Filesystems

DRM & Streaming

Smart Home & Control