OPPO BDP-103 and BDP-105 Networking Universal 3D Blu-ray Players

The QDEO processor applies some NR when playing content through HDMI-1. How much? No one knows. Currently there is no way to disable this "feature" but some owners have asked Oppo to allow this behavior to be disabled by the user.

 

The amount of NR/processing via HDMI 1 (QDEO), with all defaults set to 0 (or Source Direct) is practically nil. If you really want to go the purist route, HDMI 2 can be used to achieve that.

 

Thanks for confirming that. I will request that of Oppo as well.

And yet, I distinctly see less text blur on DVDs using Source Direct on HDMI 1 than I did using HDMI 2.

I understand your request that I re-calibrate...but I really like the calibration settings I'm already using. My cable looks great. So does the other video coming out of the '103 (Netflix, Blu-ray, YouTube HD...). It's just DVD upconversion I seem to have an issue with. So I guess I'll just live with it or go Source Direct.

I can't complain about anything else with the '103 (the analog audio is great, Blu-rays and streaming services look excellent...), so I guess this is my bugaboo. Shame though, since I have a pretty nice-sized DVD collection.

 

You're seeing text blur from you seating position, or right up (a foot away) to the screen? Remember, DVD text is never going to be razor sharp. Here is the path, for your situation:

480i DVD image->QDEO processor 1080p->QDEO downsampling to 720x1280 HDMI->your TV takes 720x1280 and must convert to 768x1024. That is a lot of conversions!

 

Time to give up on DVDs pal

 

NTSC DVD's are even worse

 

Going forward, I will...but I'm not about to replace an entire collection!

 

Forgive me if this has been covered but I was reading HiFi News and Paul Miller is claiming on the 105 that even with the DSD setting engaged, all SACD out is downrezzed to 24/88.2. Is this true?

 

Yeah, right pal.

 

Read the 105 unofficial FAQ for an explanation at http://watershade.net/wmcclain/BDP-103-faq.html#does-the-player-output-sacd-dsd

 

And to further clarify the original reviewer has indicated he was confused about how to engage DSD Direct-to-Analog Conversion and indicated he intends to perform those tests again. Here is a good explanation on another forum: http://www.avsforum.com/t/1439524/official-oppo-bdp-105-owners-thread/750#post_22667015 Hopefully this addresses your questions Lee.

 

This thread is now very long, and I apologize for not being able to read it all. I have a question. If I only want to use the 105 for CD playback and as a DAC, would people recommend it? Or can I do better with the same amount of money? Thanks.

 

Well, for 8 years I owned a NAD M5 for 2 Channel audio (SACD, Redbook, HDCD). I have had my BDP 105 since Thursday playing many titles in my collection that I know well. And my verdict is that this player is fantastic and blows away the M5. I am hearing things that I did not hear before in my discs. It is solidly built, can play any disc that you have, and has XLR outputs that I was looking for. This is the best CD player I have ever owned. Also, OPPO has amazing customer service. This unit is amazing for the price, the SABER DACs are top notch! Clear, concise and lush sounding. I am one happy guy.

 

Good report - thank you.

 

PROG U.K....Thanks for your comment.

 

I think my wife has this one. I'm pretty sure it's MIA, but I'll take a look tomorrow to see if I can find it. Is it DVD-A, or just DVD-V?

 

I am playing the MLP 24/48 advanced audio/video track on the DVD and it played tracks one and two without freezing. Is this an issue with any particular track transition?

 

I have this title and a BDP-103. I can check it out when I get home tonight.
Which Oppo do you have - the 103 or 105? Your profile says Pioneer Elite DV-47Ai...

 

I have checked it already. He has a 103 and that's what I tested it on. Guero plays all the way through with no issues. He must have a damaged disc.

 

I don't own one yet, but the 103 is an exciting release for me, since I handle audio D/A conversion externally from the transport.

I love the video processing capabilities, faster loading, 3D processing, and 4K upscaling capabilities.

It's all of the video stuff I want, and none of the analog audio features that I don't want or need.

Even if I don't always choose an Oppo for playback, I do love that they are out there putting such great pressure on the rest of the industry. We all benefit from having them around.

I saw some brutal televisions at CES this month. Stuff I would not yet pay for, but in a few years I'm very much looking forward to. They're miles ahead of what I bought two years ago.

Now all we need is that 4K consumer format...

ccm