Dune HD

Dune HD Pro 8K Plus Media Player

PRO 8K PLUS

$499.00
$499.00

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Product Overview

The Dune HD Pro 8K Plus is a high-end 8K media player designed primarily for advanced local media playback from hard drives, USB storage, or network shares (NAS). It combines powerful hardware, broad codec support, and an intuitive interface optimized for TVs and remote control use. It’s part of Dune HD’s flagship 8K line — a successor to earlier models like the Real Vision 4K Plus.

This device is ideal for home cinema enthusiasts who want excellent video quality, extensive format support, and flexible playback capabilities. Android functionality and streaming support are available but are not the main focus, and full Netflix compatibility isn’t guaranteed.

Key Features

🎥 Video & Picture Quality

  • 8K Ultra HD Support — True 8K decoding and 8Kp60 output for the latest ultra-high-resolution content.
  • HDR Technologies — Support for Dolby Vision (VS10 engine) and HDR10+ for dynamic contrast and color improvements.
  • Advanced Video Codec Support — Includes AV1, HEVC, VP9, and more, for efficient next-gen video playback.
  • Flexible Scaling — Downscales 8K content or upscales lower resolutions to match your display.

🧠 Performance & Hardware

  • Powerful System on Chip — Amlogic S928X (Dolby Vision VS10 engine) with ARM big-little CPU and Mali G57 GPU for smooth performance.
  • 8 GB RAM + 64 GB Storage — Ample memory and internal space for apps, caching, and system use.
  • Gigabit Ethernet & Wi-Fi 6 — Fast wired and wireless networking for high-bitrate video playback.
  • Bluetooth 5.2 — For remotes, keyboards, and accessory connections.

🔊 Audio Capabilities

  • HD Audio Passthrough & Decoding — Handles Dolby TrueHD Atmos, DTS formats, and high-resolution PCM.
  • Preserves original audio sample rates up to 192 kHz.

🖥️ Operating System & Interface

  • Hybrid OS — Combines a Linux-based Dune HD playback platform with Android 11 for app support.
  • Dune HD Interface — Tailored for TVs with remote control navigation, media cataloging, file browsing, and network access.
  • Advanced File Support — Includes movie ISO/folder structure playback and automatic framerate switching.

🔌 Connectivity

  • HDMI 2.1a Output — Up to 8Kp60 HDR output and experimental 4Kp120 support.
  • USB Ports — USB 3.0 and USB 2.0 for external storage connections.
  • Ethernet & Network Browsing — SMB/NFS network playback and file sharing.

🧩 Other Notables

  • Optimized Passive Cooling — Metal case acts as a heatsink for quiet, efficient operation.
  • Remote Control Features — Bluetooth remote with microphone, air mouse, and IR learning (varies by batch).
  • Smart Home & App Support — Mobile control apps and some Android applications are supported.

Specifications

Hardware

Media processor: Amlogic S928X-K/J with Dolby Vision VS10 engine

Operating memory: 8 GB

Flash memory: 64 GB

Ethernet: 10/100/1000 Mbit/s

Wi-Fi: 802.11b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6), Dual Band 2.4+5 GHz, 2T2R

Bluetooth: 5.2

USB ports: 1x USB 3.0 host + 1x USB 2.0 host

Micro SD slot: Yes

HDMI output: HDMI 2.1a up to 8Kp60 HDR / 4Kp60 Dolby Vision, experimental support for 120 Hz (up to 4Kp120)

Analog audio output: 3.5mm minijack (stereo audio)

S/PDIF output: Optical S/PDIF

Front panel display: multi-segment LED display H:MM:SS / HH:MM

IR receiver: Built-in IR receiver, supports Dune HD IR codes and Google IR codes

Antennas: 2x external non-detachable Wi-Fi + BT antennas (antennas are non-detachable because they are needed for Bluetooth remote)

Remote: Bluetooth remote with microphone (voice search), Air Mouse, IR learning, backlight, IR mode (These specifications are for the latest batches with R4 remote; the first batches included an older R3 remote without backlight and IR mode functions.)

Case: Metal

Cooling: passive (entire case as a super-efficient heatsink)

Dimensions (W x H x D): 160mm x 26mm x 115mm

Power input: 12V DC IN (2A)

Power supply: External, DC 12V (2A), AC 100-240V

Video

8K video decoding: Yes, up to 8Kp60 HDR; 8K content can be downscaled to 4K, 1080p or lower output resolution

8K video output: Yes, up to 8Kp60 HDR; any content can be upscaled to 8K output resolution

Video decoding: AV1, VP9 profile 2, H.265 (HEVC), H.264 (AVC), VC1, MPEG4, MPEG2, MPEG1

HDR formats: Dolby Vision, HDR10+, HDR10, HLG

Dolby Vision VS10 engine: Yes

Dolby Vision playback: Profiles 5, 7 (MEL and FEL), 8; various containers (ISO, movie folder structure, MKV, MP4, M2TS); DTDL (double-track double-layer), STDL (single-track double-layer), STSL (single-track single-layer). Double-track/double-layer video (profile 7 MEL, profile 7 FEL) is played with the use of data from both tracks/layers: video data from the first track/layer (with 10-bit color depth - the maximum color depth supported by OLED-panels in OLED TVs), extended Dolby Vision information (RPU metadata) from the second track/layer

Dolby Vision output: LLDV (Low Latency Dolby Vision / Player-led Dolby Vision), STD DV (Standard Dolby Vision / TV-led Dolby Vision)

Manual preference for LLDV or STD DV: Yes

HDR mode (SDR/HDR/DV) switching: manual and automatic (according to played content)

Framerates: all standard framerates including 23.976, 24.0, 25.0, 29.97, 30.0, 59.94, 60.0; experimental support for 120 Hz output

Framerate and resolution switching: manual and automatic (according to played content)

Video upscaling and downscaling: Yes

3D video support: Side-by-Side, Top-and-Bottom (TV requires manual switching into 3D mode)

Video file formats: MKV, MPEG-TS, MPEG-PS, M2TS, VOB, AVI, MOV, MP4, QT, ASF, WMV, ISO, movie folder structures

BD playback: Lite (direct video playback without menu), Full Menu

DVD-Video playback: Lite (direct video playback without menu), Full Menu

Audio

Bitstream passthrough: bitstream passthrough of all Dolby/DTS formats (up to Dolby TrueHD Atmos and DTS X)

Decoding of Dolby/DTS formats: multichannel decoding (up to 7.1 channels) of all Dolby/DTS formats (up to Dolby TrueHD Atmos and DTS X)

Audio decoding: MPEG-1/2 layer I/II/III, AAC, LPCM, FLAC, multichannel FLAC, Vorbis, WavPack, APE (Monkey's Audio), ALAC (Apple lossless), SACD DSD (stereo and multichannel), multichannel PCM (up to 7.1), all Dolby/DTS formats (up to Dolby TrueHD Atmos and DTS X)

Audio file formats: MP3, MPA, M4A, AAC, WAV, FLAC, Ogg/Vorbis, WavPack, APE (Monkey's Audio), ALAC (Apple lossless), SACD ISO (stereo and multichannel), SACD DSF (stereo and multichannel), SACD DFF (stereo and multichannel), AC3, DTS, DTS-WAV

PCM audio output: up to 7.1 channels, original sample rate (44.1 to 192 kHz)

Other Features

Subtitle formats: SRT (external), SUB (MicroDVD) (external), text (MKV), SSA/ASS (MKV, external), VobSub (MP4, MKV, external SUB/IDX), PGS (ISO, TS, MKV)

Online subtitles: Automatically download subtitles from Internet

Picture file formats: JPEG, PNG, BMP

Photo viewer functions: Slideshow, transition effects, picture rotation, zoom, view playlist, repeat, shuffle

Playlist file formats: M3U, PLS, CUE

Playlist functions: Build playlist from selected folders and files, build playlist from selected playlist files, view playlist file, view current playlist, quickly jump to next/previous or selected playlist item, repeat, shuffle, playlist of photo files, playlist of audio files, playlist of video files, mixed playlist of audio and video files

SMB client: Browse SMB servers/shares, manually connect to SMB share, directly access (read-write) and play files (SMB v1/2/3)

NFS client: Browse NFS servers/shares, manually connect to NFS share, directly access (read-write) and play files

SMB server: Share connected storage devices (USB HDD) and internal flash memory to local network via SMB protocol (SMB v1/2/3)

iOS and Android mobile apps: Control the media player via the powerful Dune Control mobile application

IP control: Use the built-in IP Control interface to integrate the media player into Smart Home and Home Automation systems (such as Control4 and Crestron)

OS and Apps

OS: Linux-based Dune HD OS + Android 11

OS kernel: 64-bit

Android apps: 32-bit

Support for HDDs larger than 16 TB: Yes

Filesystems: FAT16/FAT32 (read-write), EXT2/EXT3/EXT4 (read-write), NTFS (read-write), exFAT (read-write), HFS/HFS+ (Mac OS Standard/Extended) (read-only), BTRFS (read-write)

Widevine DRM: Widevine L1

Google Android TV certification: No

Netflix certification: No

Compatibility with Android apps and streaming services: Varies across particular apps and services, no guaranteed compatibility (no official Android TV certification, no official certifications by particular streaming services); the primary function of this media player is Hi-End media playback from HDD or NAS, support for Android apps and streaming services is additional non-primary functionality without guaranteed compatibility

Functions requiring Internet connection: Some functions require Internet connection to verify Dune HD license. 1. Internet connection is required to play video files in the most advanced Dolby Vision format (DV Profile 7); w/o Internet, such files still can be played, but in HDR format (like in most media players of other brands). 2. Internet connection is required to play BD images with Full Menu; w/o Internet, such files still can be played, but with Lite Menu (like in most media players of other brands). In the future, the set of functions which require Internet connection may change.

Package Contents

Media player x1

Bluetooth remote x1

Batteries AAA x2

Power supply 12V 2A x1

HDMI cable 8K Ultra High Speed x1

Quick installation guide x1

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Dune HD Pro 8K Plus?

It is a high-performance 8K media player designed for premium local and network media playback, offering advanced video, audio, and format support for home cinema setups.

Does it support true 8K video playback?

Yes. The player supports native 8K video decoding with up to 8Kp60 output via HDMI, making it suitable for next-generation displays.

Which HDR formats are supported?

The unit supports Dolby Vision (including VS10 processing) and HDR10+, delivering dynamic HDR performance on compatible TVs and projectors.

What video codecs can it play?

It supports modern and legacy codecs including AV1, HEVC (H.265), VP9, AVC (H.264), and others for broad media compatibility.

What operating system does it use?

The player runs a hybrid system combining Dune HD’s Linux-based media engine with Android 11, optimized for TV use and remote control navigation.

Can it be used for streaming apps like Netflix or Disney+?

Streaming apps may work, but the device is not officially Android TV certified. It is primarily intended for high-quality local and network media playback rather than streaming services.

How much memory and internal storage does it have?

It includes 8 GB of RAM and 64 GB of internal storage, ensuring smooth operation and space for apps and system data.

What network connections are available?

The device features Gigabit Ethernet and Wi-Fi 6, providing fast and reliable access to NAS systems and network shares.

Can it play media from USB drives and NAS systems?

Yes. It supports USB storage devices as well as SMB and NFS network shares, with advanced file browsing and media library management.

Does it support high-resolution audio formats?

Yes. It supports high-quality audio playback including Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Atmos (via passthrough), DTS formats, and multichannel PCM over HDMI.