Sony DVP-NS710 player?

I am trying to make a purchase a replacement DVD player. I would like the DVD player to be able to be made region free. I am looking at an up convert DVD since I was told that it will give me a better picture quality. I am not interested in HD. I do need a player that will allow resume play even after the DVD player is turned off and I was told that non of the brands like Samsung or Philips player will do this. I know that Oppo is a great player however I am not interested in spending more than $100. I am considering Sony DVP-NS710 player because I believe it can be made region free using the remote control and I believe that the resume function will work even after the DVD player is turned off. Here is the link for making this DVD player region free.

http://www.videohelp.com/dvdhacks?dv...&Search=Search

I would appreciate any feedback on this player. I know that it has been discontinued so I would like to purchase one before they are all gone. Just like to hear any negative points on the player before I purchase it. Thanks for any help.

Thanks for your quick response. I did a search on 710 and came across a few posts including 1 of yours which said that the remote of the 710 lacks a lot of functions includes the eject button. I think I will take your advice and order the 700. I am going to post up on if anyone knows if the region free code works on their 700 unit.

http://www.videohelp.com/dvdhacks/sony-dvp-ns700p/1819

Thanks again for your help.

Thanks for your information. You, like a lot of members here are very knowledgeable on DVD players and willing to help a newbie.

Thanks for all your time and help.

PS, Jjeff, I sent you a PM asking more questions.