AS per topic, I am chasing a HDMI dvd player that is region free capable. I want a unit that change to Region 0.

What is everyone else using, I know its piss easy with a non-HDMI unit. But, not having much success in finding one

oppo. any of them.
fantastic units, built solid as a rock too

Oppo x2
I have the DV981HD - easy to mod too

it does SACD to PCM Conversion, so no DSD on HDMI, but picture and sound are great. Upscales to 1080p as well - does a good job of it. DTS and Dolby Digital are nice over HDMI

apparently the 983 is better again in picture, but loses a few features IIRC

oppo?? never heard of them. Where can I get them??

merlin audio design for local
or order direct from oppo usa.

The fellas over on DTVForum swear by the Oppo's and from what ive read, theyre pretty damn good.

Oppo Website (US)

Merlin Audio Design

Merlin Audio in Canberra
they do phone orders

I use a Samsung unit from Harvey Norman (Came free with TV) and Upscales to 1080i etc and plays any region. So for something local that might be a good idea.

Philips do one, can grab it from DSE. Cat number GH4900.

Most brands do them, but he was asking for a GOOD ONE... Not Philips or Samsung

I absolutely love it.
Remote code to turn into Region 0 also.



http://www.yamahamusic.com.au/products/avi.../DVD-S1700B.asp

pioneer

mine plays divx via disc or usb (including from my ipod) could be region free (not that it has mattered so far)
and is pioneer so it will last for ever
1080p upscaling, HDMI output etc

touches me up at night n all

$150

question - is bluray region coded?

never mind - im an idiot a quick google revealed the truth

Players = Region locked
Discs = Some region locked (so open region discs will play on any player)