Complete Media Support: Blu-ray Disc – The high definition Blu-ray Disc™ format provides pristine video and audio quality for your home entertainment. BonusVIEW – BD "Profile 1.1" enables "picture-in-picture" and secondary audio features for viewing director or actor commentary while the main movie is playing. BD-Live™ – The BDP-83 supports BD "Profile 2.0" and contains all necessary hardware – audio/video decoder, Ethernet port, and 1GB of internal storage – for BD-Live. DVD Up-Conversion – The BDP-83 uses the same VRS™ by Anchor Bay (DVDO) de-interlacing and scaling technology as in our award-winning DV-983H DVD player. The up-converted picture quality bridges the visual gap from your current DVD library to Blu-ray discs. DVD-Audio - The BDP-83 plays DVD-Audio and supports both stereo and multi-channel high resolution audio programs. Users can select whether to play the DVD-Audio or the DVD-Video portion of the disc. SACD – The BDP-83 plays Super Audio CD (SACD) and supports both stereo and multi-channel high resolution audio programs. Users can select whether to output the DSD (Direct Stream Digital) signal in its native format or convert it into PCM. Additional Media Formats – Additional disc and file formats, such as audio CD, HDCD, Kodak Picture CD, AVCHD, MKV, and other audio/video/picture files on recorded discs or USB drives can be played back on the BDP-83.
Unparallel Video Quality: VRS™ by Anchor Bay – The BDP-83 incorporates Anchor Bay’s award-winning Video Reference Series (VRS) technology, and delivers a picture that is cleaner, smoother, true-to-life and free of artefacts. Full HD 1080p Output – The BDP-83 features user selectable video output resolutions, including 480i, 480p, 720p, 1080i, and up to 1080p 50 or 60Hz. True 24p™ Video – Many Blu-ray Discs are recorded at 24 frames per second, the same frame rate as the original movie’s theatrical release. The BDP-83 can faithfully redeliver the original frames using 1080p 24Hz output (compatible display required) for smoother motion and a flicker-free, film-like home theatre experience. It can also restore the original 24 frames per second progressive-scan video from well-authored DVDs and output as 1080p 24Hz. Source Direct Mode – For users who wish to use an external video processor, high-end audio/video receiver or display, the BDP-83 offers a "Source Direct" mode. The original audio/video content on the discs is sent out with no additional processing or alternation. HDMI – HDMI is an all digital interface for the cleanest possible connection. It delivers high-quality digital video and audio through a single cable. The BDP-83 features an HDMI v1.3 output with 30-bit and 36-bit Deep Colour support.
High Fidelity Audio: Dolby® TrueHD - Dolby TrueHD delivers lossless studio master quality audio designed specifically for high definition entertainment. The BDP-83 supports bit-stream output of Dolby TrueHD via its HDMI 1.3 output. It can also internally decode Dolby TrueHD into LPCM and output via HDMI or the 7.1ch analog audio output terminals. Other varieties of Dolby Digital audio formats are also supported. DTS®-HD - DTS-HD delivers up to 7.1 channels of surround sound and audio that is indistinguishable from (DTS-HD High Resolution) or identical to (DTS-HD Master Audio) the original studio master. The BDP-83 supports bit-stream output and internal decoding of DTS-HD High Resolution and DTS-HD Master Audio. Other varieties of DTS audio formats are also supported. 7.1-Channel Analog Output - Individual analog 7.1-channel surround outputs are ideal to connect to a 7.1-channel or 5.1-channel surround sound system. The BDP-83 delivers an incredible sound stage and an immersive surround experience. Dedicated Stereo Output – The BDP-83 features a dedicated 2-channel analog output with specially optimized Digital-to-Analog Converters and output driving stage. Digital Optical and Coaxial Outputs – For simple and easy connection to more traditional A/V receivers, the BDP-83 features both optical and coaxial outputs for digital audio.
Ultimate Convenience: Dual USB Ports – Two USB 2.0 high speed ports are provided, one on the front panel and one on the back. Users can enjoy high definition video, high resolution photos and music directly from their USB drives. PAL/NTSC Conversion – The BDP-83 supports NTSC and PAL systems for both disc playback and video output. It can also convert content of one system for output in another. (Subject to DVD and BD region restrictions) Back-lit Remote Control – The BDP-83 comes with a fully back-lit remote control for ease of use in dark home theatres. With its ergonomic button layout and clear labelling, operating the Blu-ray Disc player is easier than ever. Universal Power Supply – The BDP-83 features a wide range world power supply that is compatible with the AC power of all regions. No worries about damaging the player due to incorrect power voltage. External IR – For integration into home theatre control systems, the BDP-83 provides external IR remote IN and OUT ports HDMI CEC – HDMI Consumer Electronics Control simplifies the home theatre by allowing a single remote control to operate multiple devices.
Reviewer: Vox Meacham from NW London
Details: An OPPOrtunity too good to miss., 03 May 2010
After living with and using the OPPO BDP-83 universal Blu-ray discplayer for a few months, I can now offer a reasonably informedopinion of this rather superb machine.When I first saw a professionalreview of BD-83 I thought the name a bitunusual as so many wordsstart with OPPO! Well, like the player, OPPO has many uses. OPPOsite, as in better than virtually any player on the market, including some of the more esoteric “reflective plastic” spinners. (read expensive) availableOPPOrtunity, not one to pass up. This player is extremely good, not just good looks, but superb picture quality and very versatile audio output that has a sound quality that more than pleases with all connections; HDMI, CO-AX, Optical and of course analogue 7.1. CD's have very accurate timings rhythmically, it gives you that "want to boogie" feeling, or that sense of awe you get when attending a live classical concert. It actually blows away a £1000 CD player with out any doubt. The icing on the cake is the bonus of SACD playback. Santana's "Abraxas" SACD DSD disc is like winning the lottery in music, WOW! In fact the audio quality is way beyond most front ends that use silver discs. Standard DVD is clean, balanced and clearly better than the norm. Of course Blu-ray at 1080P with HD audio via a high quality surround receiver and a 55" LED backlit LCD TV, Phew!Fast loading BD is a real pleasure; you will get that with this player. The instruction book is almost not required as the setup is so well designed the book is mostly for reference only, but I do suggest you read it end to end to get to know what it can do.OPPO has included loads of goodies, including USB video, audio, photo and of course an RJ Ethernet port for BD if you so wish. Firmware updates are also available via this port as well as other goodies. Oh, the remote is really the biz! Two BD setup and demo discs are included, very useful. Having limited space, I will leave you to read all the specs and about the brilliant engineering that has gone into this multi player on UKHDMI'S website. Yes, it plays good quality CDR/RW, DVD /-R, RW and BDr BD-RE recordable discs with no bother at all. I'm more than pleased with the OPPO BDP-83 and at the price it's truly incredible! The OPPOsition hasn't a chance with this machine, especially with UKHDMI's almost over the top service and customer care makes the whole package such a rare pleasure these days.Don't miss this OPPOrtunity, if you buy something else you may be disappointed, or way out of pocket for something not as good.The down side ? None that cause any real problems, the mains plug at the back lacks a plastic earth pin for the IEC lead socket and is a bit loose (cured by a better IEC lead) and it could do with some damping inside the lid to make it feel and sound more solid when loading discs. The front cover for the USB socket could be better, but is adequate. After spending thousands on audio and video over the last forty years or so, I have some great gear, but nothing has given me so much pleasure as the OPPO BDP-83. Quite amazing at this, or almost any, price level. I whole heartedly recommend it.
