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The Oppo Digital DV-970HD is one of the most highly anticipated DVD players since the incredible Oppo Digital DV-971H.
The DV-970HD is a highly-featured sister product to the DV-971H.
New features include: HDMI, Memory card reader, SACD, upconversion via component (non-copy protected discs).
Deinterlacing is performed by Media Tek - no macroblock enahance problems.
Please note the reported results do change with firmware updates. Because of the continuous improvement, this first post is always a work "in progress".
Contents:
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DV970HD is to be available 5/31/2006!
FEATURES:
Latest: MVer: 05.00.01.07 Batch: 3A-0916
Release Date: Sept 22, 2006
Release Notes:
The following new features and improvements are included in this version:
1. Improved HDMI Audio Compatibility and High Resolution Audio Output through HDMI
This version improves HDMI audio compatibility with TV, A/V receivers and audio processors. It also enables high resolution multi-channel audio output through the HDMI interface. The following setup menu settings are recommended:
When the HDMI output is connected to a TV directly, please use the factory default settings. The related settings are:
Speaker Setup Page:
Down-mix: Stereo
Front Speaker: Large
Subwoofer: Off
Audio Setup Page:
HDMI Audio: LPCM
With the above factory default settings the DVD player will down-mix center and surround audio channels to stereo and send in LPCM format to the TV. High resolution audio will be down-sampled to meet the TV's playback capability. The 2-channel LPCM format is most compatible with all types of TVs.
When the HDMI output is connected to an A/V receiver or audio processor with HDMI v1.1 or above specifications, please use the following settings:
Speaker Setup Page:
Down-mix: 5.1 CH
Front Speaker: Large
Center Speaker: Large
Rear Speaker: Large
Subwoofer: On
Audio Setup Page:
Digital Output: Raw
HDMI Audio: Auto
With the above settings, the DVD player will send CD, Dolby Digital and DTS audio signals as raw bit streams to the receiver for decoding. For high resolution stereo or multi-channel audio contents such as DVD-Audio and Super Audio CD, the DVD player will send multi-channel PCM audio signals with the highest available sample frequency and bit numbers to the receiver. Depending on the original audio content, the format could be 44.1kHz - 192kHz, 2 - 6 channels. Setting all speakers to "Large" allows bass management to be handled by the receiver or audio processor.
Note: If you use HDMI to connect audio to an HDMI A/V receiver or audio processor, it is recommended that you choose 720p or 1080i HDMI output resolution when playing high resolution audio content (DVD-Audio and SACD). According to the HDMI specification, the bandwidth available for digital audio is proportional to the total bandwidth used by digital video. At 480i/480p/576i/576p resolution, the HDMI specification can only support 2 channels of audio with high sample rate (up to 192kHz), or 8 channels of audio with standard sample rate (up to 48kHz). Depending on the capability of your A/V receiver or audio processor, if you play high resolution audio content at 480i/480p/576i/576p resolution, you may encounter problems of incomplete audio channels or no audio/video output at all. Choosing a high HDMI output resolution such as 720p or 1080i allows enough bandwidth for all high sample rate audio channels.
2. Easier Track Skip for SACD and Digital Music Playback
When playing Super Audio CD or digital music files, the "Skip Prev" (||) buttons on the remote control can be used to skip to the the previous or next track. This function enables the user to skip tracks without using the navigation menu on the video screen. When playback is stopped, these buttons can still be used to turn pages for the the on screen navigation menu, just like with the previous firmware version.
3. New Default Contrast Setting for Component Video Output (Same as 1A-0613 Beta Firmware)
The factory default contrast setting for component video output is slighted adjusted (tuned down to approximately -3 level of the previous firmware 1A-0526). This adjustment brings the default contrast for component video output to standard level and make it consistent with the HDMI output. The default contrast for the HDMI output is not affected. Please note that the brightness and contrast settings of your TV display also affect the final visual result. It is recommended that you calibrate the DVD player and the TV display together using a reference DVD such as The AVIA Guide to Home Theater or Digital Video Essentials.
4. Improved DVD-Audio Disc Compatibility
This version resolved compatibility issue when playing certain DVD-Audio discs, such as Remain in Light by TalkingHeads (UK version) and Greendale by Neil Young & Crazy Horse.
5. Improved DivX and Xvid IDX+SUB Subtitle Support
This version improved compatibility for IDX+SUB type of subtitle used by some DivX and Xvid files. It now properly displays subtitle for 2-CD split DivX and Xvid files using the IDX+SUB subtitles.
6. Enhanced Power-on Response Time
The response time it takes from power-on to video playing or tray ejection is reduced by 3-4 seconds. This firmware version also improved overall stability.
Download Firmware here: Oppo 970HD 0916
Original: Mver 05.00.01.07 Batch: 1A-0525
MANUAL/TIPS/FAQ:
Oppo Digital's DV970HD Manuals
DV-970HD User Manual
DV-970HD Advanced User Manual
Inaccessable Settings
Certain settings are not accessible while a disc is playing or loaded.
In this case, eject the disc to access the settings.
Settings affected:
General Page:
SACD Priority
DVD-Audio Mode
DivX(R) VOD
Audio Setup Page:
HDMI Audio
Preference Page (The far right box)
DV-970HD SETTINGS:
Default settings are utilzed, for the most part. Some suggestions:
The center positions of Brightness, Contrast, Hue and Saturation are an excellent starting point.
DIRECT PLAY:
To skip over the majority of warnings, promos, etc:
As soon as the DVD will allow:
"Direct Play" may appear briefly on the screen and the movie should begin.
CHECK FIRMWARE VERSION
MAKE REGION FREE:
DEFECT/WISH LIST:
05/30/2006, in approximate order of severity:
CURRENT DEFECTS:
WISHLIST:
Comments welcome. Oppo Digital is committed to making ongoing product improvement.
REVIEW/TEST RESULTS:
Keep in mind that the display can introduce its own artifacts. It will be noted if it is thought the display is contributing to any anomaly.
Basically, this is a rundown of the DVE video test patterns with certain tests from Avia included. The first description notes the test and expected results. Beneath that are the actual tested results, in italics.
EQUIPMENT:
Display: Panasonic TC-22LH1, Hitachi 32HDT55
Cable: Oppo supplied HDMI (Monster HDMI-> DVI) for Hitachi
Discs: DVE, Avia
Other: 6500K florescent light
REVIEW (HDMI & Component):
Forthcoming
DVD COMPATIBILITY (if listed, it's "OK"):
VIDEO PERFORMANCE (HDMI & non-copy protected component):
1080i : HDMI w/Panasonic TC-22LH1
720p : Hitachi 32HDT55
480p : Panasonic TC-22LH1
480i : Panasonic TC-22LH1
SUMMARY:
Blacker than Black :
1080i : Passes BTB
720p : Passes BTB
480p : Passes BTB
480i : Passes BTB
Whiter than White :
1080i : Passes WTW
720p : Passes WTW
480p : Passes WTW
480i : Passes WTW
Macroblock enhance :
NONE at any connection or resolution
Chroma Upsampling Error :
1080i : no
720p : no
480p : no
480i : no
Subtitle Sync :
Outstanding at all resolutions
Bad Edit :
1080i : OK
720p : OK
480p : OK
480i : OK
Layer Change :
1080i : *Blink* of an eye
720p : *Blink* of an eye
480p : *Blink* of an eye
480i : *Blink* of an eye
Motion Adaptive Deinterlacer :
1080i : Yes
720p : Yes
480p : Yes
480i : N/A
Frame/Field pause :
1080i : Field
720p : Field
480p : Field
480i : N/A
4:3 display on 16:9 (aka "pillarbox"):
1080i: Yes (with a slight penalty of reduction in resolution)
720p: Yes (with a slight penalty of reduction in resolution)
480p: Yes
480i: Yes
DVE TEST PATTERN RESULTS (HDMI @ 1080i/480i):
12 - Video Test Signals, Display Setup Patterns
12.2 - DVD PLUGE w/Gray Scale - Check for BTB, uniform color w/6500k ref, uniform geometry
1080i : BTB OK, gray OK, geometry OK
480i : BTB OK, gray OK, geometry OK
12.3 - DVD PLUGE w/White - check for BTB, change in BTB bars, uniform geometry
1080i : BTB OK, gray OK, geometry OK
480i : BTB OK, gray OK, geometry OK
12.4 - Needle Pulse - mostly for CRT. Ensure vertical line does not bend (lower white level if line bends)
1080i : No problem noted
480i : No problem noted
12.5 - DVD PLUGE w/Gray & Bars - "catch all": check for BTB, black/white crush,color w/gray reference
1080i : BTB OK, no black/white crush, color OK
480i : BTB OKNo BTB, no black/white crush, color OK
12.6 - Color Bars w/Gray Reference - color check w/filter: red based colors the same, green based colors the same, blue based colors the same
1080i : Color Bars OK. No "green depression".
480i : Color Bars, OK.
12.7 - Split Bars w/Gray & DVD PLUGE - "catch all": check for BTB, black/white crush, split bars
1080i : BTB OK, no black white crush, color bars OK
480i : BTB OK, no black white crush, color bars OK
12.8 - Combination - "catch all": check for BTB, color, Y/C delay, luminance sweeps
1080i : BTB OK, color OK, no Y/C delay, luminance OK
480i : BTB OK, color OK, no Y/C delay, lumnnance OK
12.9 - 20% Window w/DVD PLUGE : the pluge should not change with the varying window brightness no bars should appear or disappear
1080i : BTB OK
480i : BTB OK
12.10 - 100% Window w/DVD PLUGE : as with 12.9
1080i : BTB OK, no fading or brightening
480i : BTB OK, no fading or brightening
12.11 - 40% Window w/DVD PLUGE : as with 12.9
1080i : as with 12.10
480i : as with 12.10
12.12 - 80% Window w/DVD PLUGE : as with 12.9
1080i : as with 12.10
480i : as with 12.10
12.13 - 20% Window w/DVD PLUGE : as with 12.9
1080i : as with 12.10
480i : as with 12.10
12.14 - Reverse Gray Ramps (with steps) - even color with ref 6500K - no black or white crush within the framing "dots"
1080i : even color with 6500K, no black/white crush
480i : even color with 6500K, no black/white crush
12.15 - Reverse Shallow Ramps - criss-crossed gray ramps. The ramps should be smooth with almost imperceptible steps. The gradation should be smooth and visible with both the top and bottom ramps. If not, crushing is taking place.
1080i : Ramps OK
480i : Ramps OK
12.16 - Ambient Light Reference - adjust 6500K backlight to match brightness, if used
Not/Applicable
12.17 - 1.33 Overscan Pattern - check for overscan and edge enhancement (very much display dependent). The center cross should not be outlined by a white line on any edge.
1080i:
Top 1%
Bottom 0%
Left 2%
Right 2%
No edge enhancement noted
480i:
Top 3%
Bottom 2%
Left 2%
Right 2%
Some edge enhancement noted
12.18 - 1.33 Aspect Ratio & Geometry Pattern - left: all horizontal/vertical lines visible: no flashing,no banding. right: all diagonal lines visible, smooth, no flashing, no banding
1080i : Mostly OK, some banding of high freq, horizontal/vertical lines noted (may be display). Otherwise OK.
480i : Mostly OK, slight banding of high freq, horizontal/vertical lines noted (may be display). Otherwise OK.
12.19 - 1.78 Aspect Ratio & Geometry Pattern - as above with 1.78 markers
1080i : as with 12.18
480i : as with 12.18
12.20 - 1.78 Convergence & Geometry - should be centered
1080i : see 12.17 some cropping (may be display)
480i : see 12.17 some cropping (may be display)
12.21 - Video Black
13 - Video Test Signals Picture Resolution
13.2 - SMPTE RP 133 - multiple:
1. Alphabet on all sides should be complete and readable.
2. Gray blocks should be uniform in color w/reference 6500K source. Next to the 0% box there is a 0% outer and 5% inner box. The 5% inner box should be visible. Next to the 100% box there is a 100% outer and 95% inner box. The 95% inner box should be visible. If either inner box is not visible, crushing is occurring.
1080i :
1. Top row of capital letters cut off (may be display). Left "A" cropped.
Right "M" cropped.
2. Inner boxes OK.
480i :
1. Top row of capital letters cut off (may be display). Left "A" cropped.
Right "M" cropped
2. Inner boxes OK.
13.3 - Multiburst Vertical - all lines visible, even brightness, no banding, no
flashing, no jittering.
1080i : Some banding noted with "full" (may be display), otherwise OK.
480i : very slight banding noted at "full", otherwise OK
13.4 - Multiburst, Horizontal, 0.5 to 5.75 Mhz - all lines visible, even brightness of segments, no banding no flashing, no jittering.
1080i : Even brightness, some banding noted at higher frequencies (may be display)
480i : Even brightness, very slight banding noted at higher frequencies (may be display)
13.5 - Multiburst, Horizontal, 5.75 to 6.75 Mhz - all line visible, even brightness, no banding no flashing, no jittering. If the brightness decreases, freq response is fading. If brightness increases left to right, freq response boost or edge enhancement
1080i : Even brightness, some banding noted at higher frequencies (may be display)
480i : Slight decrease in brightness, very slight banding noted at higher frequencies (may be display)
13.6 - Luminance Sweep, 0.5 to 5.75 Mhz - all lines visible, even brightness, no banding, no flashing, no jittering.
1080i : Even brightness, some banding noted at higher frequencies (may be display)
480i : Even brightness, slight banding noted at higher frequencies (may be display)
13.7 - Pb & Pr Sweep 0.25 Mhz to 2.785 Mhz - all lines visible, even brightness, no banding, no flashing, no jittering, no fading to gray
1080i : Even brightness, some banding noted at higher frequencies,some fading to gray (may be display)
480i : Even brightness, some banding noted at higher frequencies,some fading to gray (may be display)
13.8 - Video Black
14 - Video Test Signals, System Evaluation
14.2 - 20% Flat Field - even gray at 6500K
1080i : Even color gray w/6500K reference
480i : Even color gray w/6500K reference
14.3 - 40% Flat Field - as above
1080i : as with 14.2
14.4 - 60% Flat Field - as above
1080i : as with 14.2
480i : as with 14.2
14.5 - 80% Flat Field - as above
1080i : as with 14.2
480i : as with 14.2
14.6 - 100% Flat Field - as above
1080i : as with 14.2
480i : as with 14.2
14.7 - 100% Window w/PLUGE - BTB check, still OK?
1080i : BTB OK
480i : BTB OK
14.8 - Red 100% Amplitude - red, no orange tine, no other color, no noise, dead pixel check
1080i : Color good
480i : Color good
14.9 - Green 100% Amplitude - green, no other color, no noise, dead pixel check
1080i : Color good
480i : Color good
14.10 - Blue 100% Amplitude - blue, no other color, no noise, dead pixel check
1080i : Color good
480i : Color good
14.11 - Red 75% Amplitude - should be no change in color from 100%
1080i : Color good
480i : Color good
14.12 - Green 75% Amplitude - should be no change in color from 100%
1080i : Color good
480i : Color good
14.13 - Blue 75% Amplitude - should be no change in color from 100%
1080i : Color good
480i : Color good
14.14 - Cyan 75% Amplitude - check for noise
1080i : Color good
480i : Color good
14.15 - Magenta 75% Amplitude - check for noise
1080i : Color good
480i : Color good
14.16 - Yellow, 75% Amplitude - check for noise
1080i : Color good
480i : Color good
14.17 - Horizontal Color Bars 100% Saturation - check w/filters
1080i : Color good
480i : Color good
14.18 - Vertical Color Bars 100% Saturation - check w/filters
1080i : Color good
480i : Color good
14.19 - Video Black
15 - Video Test Signals, 1.33 Pattern
15.2 - Convergence, 1.33:1 Linear - pillarbox check, should be white line around entire pattern
Not Applicable
15.3 - Convergence, 1.33:1 1.78 letterbox markers - same with 1.78 markers
Not Applicable
15.4 - Snell & Wilcox Zone Plate Test Pattern, 2/3 rate - ideally the concentric rings should move smoothly,no breakup, no flashing, no distortion as it moves and changes direction. This tests the motion adaptive deinterlacing. In practice it is normal with a good motion adaptive deinterlacer for the concentric rings to distort for a moment, then resume good shape when redirection occurs. The diagonal lines on the left should be smooth with no jittering. If output is 480i then the motion adaptive circuitry used will be that of the TV -- if present. 480i will be more of a test of the display.
1080i : Looks OK, concentric rings motion adapted, diagonal lines fairly smooth
480i : Looks Fair, concentric rings not motion adapted (display), diagonal lines fairly smooth
15.5 - Snell & Wilcox Zone Plate Test Pattern, frame rate - as above
1080i : Concentric rings not motion adapted, diagonal lines fairly smooth
480i : Concentric rings not motion adapted (display), diagonal lines farily smooth
15.6 - Snell & Wilcox Zone Plate Test Pattern, field rate - as above
1080i : Concentric rings not motion adapted, diagonal lines fairly smooth
480i : Concentric rings not motion adapted (display), diagonal lines fairly smooth
15.7 - MPEG Decoder Test - *major* catch all test pattern:
1. diagonal lines on left smooth, no jittering
2. No banding with 4:2:0 on bottom left, it should be flashing alternate colors
3. Red and blue triangles in the center left should have smooth diagonal edges
4. Concentric blue/yellow and red/cyan circles in center upper left and right should be smooth and even brightness (aka ICP test)
5. Luminance sweeps at bottom should be even with no bleeding.
6. Rotating box in upper right should be smooth with no jaggies or combing
1080i :
1. Diagonal lines fairly smooth
2. Banding, no flashing alternate colors
3. Red and Blue Triangles have smooth diagonal edges
4. Concentric blue/yellow and red/cyan circles are smooth - passes test
5. Little bit of bleeding noted (may be display)
6. Rotating box is smooth
480i :
1. Diagonal lines fairly smooth
2. Banding present
3. Red and Blue Triangles have fairly smooth diagonal edges
4. Concentric blue/yellow and red/cyan circles are somewhat smooth - some ICP present
5. Little bit of bleeding noted (may be display)
6. Rotating box is smooth
15.8 - Black Stretch Test - check for BTB
1080i : BTB does fade a bit with this test (probably display)
480i : BTB is passed to fade/enhance
15.9 - Bounce - no geometry changes with flashing. Mainly for CRT displays.
1080i : No problems noted
480i : No problems noted
15.10 - Video Black
16 - Video Test Signals, 1.78 Pattern
16.2 - Snell & Wilcox Zone Plate Test Pattern, 2/3 rate - as with 15.4
1080i : Looks OK, concentric rings motion adapted -- maybe a bit slow to lock, diagonal lines fairly smooth
480i : Looks Fair, concentric rings not motion adapted (display), diagonal lines fairly smooth
16.3 - Snell & Wilcox Zone Plate Test Pattern, frame rate - as with 15.4
1080i : Concentric rings not motion adapted, diagonal lines fairly smooth
480i : Concentric rings not motion adapted, diagonal lines fairly smooth
16.4 - Snell & Wilcox Zone Plate Test Pattern, field rate - as with 15.4
1080i : Concentric rings not motion adapted, diagonal lines fairly smooth
480i : Concentric rings not motion adapted, diagonal lines fairly smooth
16.5 - A/V Timing Clock - color ramps w/flashing white bar on top. The colors should be smooth and the flashing white bar should coincide with the tone.
1080i : Colors mostly smooth, timing OK. Perfect Av Sync
480i : Colors mostly smooth, timing OK. Perfect AV Sync
AVIA (selected) TEST PATTERN RESULTS (HDMI @ 1080i):
Color Decoder - primary colors should be at 0% with reference to background gray
1080i : Colors OK when adjusted, no green depression noted.
480i : Colors OK when adjusted, no green depression noted.
Y/C Delay - primary colors should match up with gray box below at 0.00. Keep in mind that this test is only a rough estimate.
1080i:
Blue : -0.00
Red : -0.00
Green : -0:00
480i :
Blue : 0.00
Red : 0.00
Green : 0.00
Moving Zone Plate - Concentric and diagonal lines should retain shape and detail upon movement
1080i :
Fair, lots of breakup, diagonal lines hold together a bit.
Pixel Crop (4:3) - Should be no pixels cropped from sides or top. Highly display dependent.
1080i:
TOP : 0
BOTTOM : 0
LEFT : 0
RIGHT : 0
480i : (any cropping is probably my display)
TOP : 10
BOTTOM : 10
LEFT : 0
RIGHT : 0
Thank you: Oppo Digital
Paul
The Oppo Digital DV-970HD is one of the most highly anticipated DVD players since the incredible Oppo Digital DV-971H.
The DV-970HD is a highly-featured sister product to the DV-971H.
New features include: HDMI, Memory card reader, SACD, upconversion via component (non-copy protected discs).
Deinterlacing is performed by Media Tek - no macroblock enahance problems.
Please note the reported results do change with firmware updates. Because of the continuous improvement, this first post is always a work "in progress".
Contents:
------------
- News
- Features
- Firmware
- Manual/Tips/FAQ
- Defect/Wish Llist
- Review/Test Results
DV970HD is to be available 5/31/2006!
FEATURES:
- HDMI - HDCP
- Multi card reader
- USB Port
- SACD and DVD-Audio
- Upconversion via Component w/non-copy protected discs (720p/1080i)
- 480i via HDMI
Latest: MVer: 05.00.01.07 Batch: 3A-0916
Release Date: Sept 22, 2006
Release Notes:
The following new features and improvements are included in this version:
1. Improved HDMI Audio Compatibility and High Resolution Audio Output through HDMI
This version improves HDMI audio compatibility with TV, A/V receivers and audio processors. It also enables high resolution multi-channel audio output through the HDMI interface. The following setup menu settings are recommended:
When the HDMI output is connected to a TV directly, please use the factory default settings. The related settings are:
Speaker Setup Page:
Down-mix: Stereo
Front Speaker: Large
Subwoofer: Off
Audio Setup Page:
HDMI Audio: LPCM
With the above factory default settings the DVD player will down-mix center and surround audio channels to stereo and send in LPCM format to the TV. High resolution audio will be down-sampled to meet the TV's playback capability. The 2-channel LPCM format is most compatible with all types of TVs.
When the HDMI output is connected to an A/V receiver or audio processor with HDMI v1.1 or above specifications, please use the following settings:
Speaker Setup Page:
Down-mix: 5.1 CH
Front Speaker: Large
Center Speaker: Large
Rear Speaker: Large
Subwoofer: On
Audio Setup Page:
Digital Output: Raw
HDMI Audio: Auto
With the above settings, the DVD player will send CD, Dolby Digital and DTS audio signals as raw bit streams to the receiver for decoding. For high resolution stereo or multi-channel audio contents such as DVD-Audio and Super Audio CD, the DVD player will send multi-channel PCM audio signals with the highest available sample frequency and bit numbers to the receiver. Depending on the original audio content, the format could be 44.1kHz - 192kHz, 2 - 6 channels. Setting all speakers to "Large" allows bass management to be handled by the receiver or audio processor.
Note: If you use HDMI to connect audio to an HDMI A/V receiver or audio processor, it is recommended that you choose 720p or 1080i HDMI output resolution when playing high resolution audio content (DVD-Audio and SACD). According to the HDMI specification, the bandwidth available for digital audio is proportional to the total bandwidth used by digital video. At 480i/480p/576i/576p resolution, the HDMI specification can only support 2 channels of audio with high sample rate (up to 192kHz), or 8 channels of audio with standard sample rate (up to 48kHz). Depending on the capability of your A/V receiver or audio processor, if you play high resolution audio content at 480i/480p/576i/576p resolution, you may encounter problems of incomplete audio channels or no audio/video output at all. Choosing a high HDMI output resolution such as 720p or 1080i allows enough bandwidth for all high sample rate audio channels.
2. Easier Track Skip for SACD and Digital Music Playback
When playing Super Audio CD or digital music files, the "Skip Prev" (||) buttons on the remote control can be used to skip to the the previous or next track. This function enables the user to skip tracks without using the navigation menu on the video screen. When playback is stopped, these buttons can still be used to turn pages for the the on screen navigation menu, just like with the previous firmware version.
3. New Default Contrast Setting for Component Video Output (Same as 1A-0613 Beta Firmware)
The factory default contrast setting for component video output is slighted adjusted (tuned down to approximately -3 level of the previous firmware 1A-0526). This adjustment brings the default contrast for component video output to standard level and make it consistent with the HDMI output. The default contrast for the HDMI output is not affected. Please note that the brightness and contrast settings of your TV display also affect the final visual result. It is recommended that you calibrate the DVD player and the TV display together using a reference DVD such as The AVIA Guide to Home Theater or Digital Video Essentials.
4. Improved DVD-Audio Disc Compatibility
This version resolved compatibility issue when playing certain DVD-Audio discs, such as Remain in Light by TalkingHeads (UK version) and Greendale by Neil Young & Crazy Horse.
5. Improved DivX and Xvid IDX+SUB Subtitle Support
This version improved compatibility for IDX+SUB type of subtitle used by some DivX and Xvid files. It now properly displays subtitle for 2-CD split DivX and Xvid files using the IDX+SUB subtitles.
6. Enhanced Power-on Response Time
The response time it takes from power-on to video playing or tray ejection is reduced by 3-4 seconds. This firmware version also improved overall stability.
Download Firmware here: Oppo 970HD 0916
Original: Mver 05.00.01.07 Batch: 1A-0525
MANUAL/TIPS/FAQ:
Oppo Digital's DV970HD Manuals
DV-970HD User Manual
DV-970HD Advanced User Manual
Inaccessable Settings
Certain settings are not accessible while a disc is playing or loaded.
In this case, eject the disc to access the settings.
Settings affected:
General Page:
SACD Priority
DVD-Audio Mode
DivX(R) VOD
Audio Setup Page:
HDMI Audio
Preference Page (The far right box)
DV-970HD SETTINGS:
Default settings are utilzed, for the most part. Some suggestions:
- TV Display = Wide/SQZ (Will "pillarbox" 4:3 material with a slight penalty in 4:3 resolution)
- Brightness = 0
- Sharpness = OFF (will eliminate edge enhancement)
- Color Space = YCbCr 4:4:4 (If DVI used, probably RGB)
- Gamma = OFF
The center positions of Brightness, Contrast, Hue and Saturation are an excellent starting point.
DIRECT PLAY:
To skip over the majority of warnings, promos, etc:
As soon as the DVD will allow:
- Press Stop
- Press Menu
"Direct Play" may appear briefly on the screen and the movie should begin.
CHECK FIRMWARE VERSION
- Power on the player with no disc inserted.
- Press "OSD" on remote.
- Note the popup on the screen. The "Batch" notation will be the firmware level.
MAKE REGION FREE:
- Press Setup on remote control to access the setup page
- Enter 9210 on the remote
- A secret menu will pop up
- Select 0 to 6 in region code (0 is region free)
- Press Setup on remote again to exit
DEFECT/WISH LIST:
05/30/2006, in approximate order of severity:
CURRENT DEFECTS:
- Reduced picture size with 720p/1080i -- this is a well-known issue. It is a Media Tek chip problem and will be addressed in a future firmware update.
WISHLIST:
Comments welcome. Oppo Digital is committed to making ongoing product improvement.
REVIEW/TEST RESULTS:
Keep in mind that the display can introduce its own artifacts. It will be noted if it is thought the display is contributing to any anomaly.
Basically, this is a rundown of the DVE video test patterns with certain tests from Avia included. The first description notes the test and expected results. Beneath that are the actual tested results, in italics.
EQUIPMENT:
Display: Panasonic TC-22LH1, Hitachi 32HDT55
Cable: Oppo supplied HDMI (Monster HDMI-> DVI) for Hitachi
Discs: DVE, Avia
Other: 6500K florescent light
REVIEW (HDMI & Component):
Forthcoming
DVD COMPATIBILITY (if listed, it's "OK"):
- DVD-R : DVD Video
- DVD+R : DVD Video, Divx/Xvid
- DVD-RW : DVD Video
- DVD+RW : DVD Video
- CD-R : MP3, JPEG, Divx/Xvid
- CD-RW :
- DVD-Audio : YES
- SACD-Audio : YES
VIDEO PERFORMANCE (HDMI & non-copy protected component):
1080i : HDMI w/Panasonic TC-22LH1
720p : Hitachi 32HDT55
480p : Panasonic TC-22LH1
480i : Panasonic TC-22LH1
SUMMARY:
Blacker than Black :
1080i : Passes BTB
720p : Passes BTB
480p : Passes BTB
480i : Passes BTB
Whiter than White :
1080i : Passes WTW
720p : Passes WTW
480p : Passes WTW
480i : Passes WTW
Macroblock enhance :
NONE at any connection or resolution
Chroma Upsampling Error :
1080i : no
720p : no
480p : no
480i : no
Subtitle Sync :
Outstanding at all resolutions
Bad Edit :
1080i : OK
720p : OK
480p : OK
480i : OK
Layer Change :
1080i : *Blink* of an eye
720p : *Blink* of an eye
480p : *Blink* of an eye
480i : *Blink* of an eye
Motion Adaptive Deinterlacer :
1080i : Yes
720p : Yes
480p : Yes
480i : N/A
Frame/Field pause :
1080i : Field
720p : Field
480p : Field
480i : N/A
4:3 display on 16:9 (aka "pillarbox"):
1080i: Yes (with a slight penalty of reduction in resolution)
720p: Yes (with a slight penalty of reduction in resolution)
480p: Yes
480i: Yes
DVE TEST PATTERN RESULTS (HDMI @ 1080i/480i):
12 - Video Test Signals, Display Setup Patterns
12.2 - DVD PLUGE w/Gray Scale - Check for BTB, uniform color w/6500k ref, uniform geometry
1080i : BTB OK, gray OK, geometry OK
480i : BTB OK, gray OK, geometry OK
12.3 - DVD PLUGE w/White - check for BTB, change in BTB bars, uniform geometry
1080i : BTB OK, gray OK, geometry OK
480i : BTB OK, gray OK, geometry OK
12.4 - Needle Pulse - mostly for CRT. Ensure vertical line does not bend (lower white level if line bends)
1080i : No problem noted
480i : No problem noted
12.5 - DVD PLUGE w/Gray & Bars - "catch all": check for BTB, black/white crush,color w/gray reference
1080i : BTB OK, no black/white crush, color OK
480i : BTB OKNo BTB, no black/white crush, color OK
12.6 - Color Bars w/Gray Reference - color check w/filter: red based colors the same, green based colors the same, blue based colors the same
1080i : Color Bars OK. No "green depression".
480i : Color Bars, OK.
12.7 - Split Bars w/Gray & DVD PLUGE - "catch all": check for BTB, black/white crush, split bars
1080i : BTB OK, no black white crush, color bars OK
480i : BTB OK, no black white crush, color bars OK
12.8 - Combination - "catch all": check for BTB, color, Y/C delay, luminance sweeps
1080i : BTB OK, color OK, no Y/C delay, luminance OK
480i : BTB OK, color OK, no Y/C delay, lumnnance OK
12.9 - 20% Window w/DVD PLUGE : the pluge should not change with the varying window brightness no bars should appear or disappear
1080i : BTB OK
480i : BTB OK
12.10 - 100% Window w/DVD PLUGE : as with 12.9
1080i : BTB OK, no fading or brightening
480i : BTB OK, no fading or brightening
12.11 - 40% Window w/DVD PLUGE : as with 12.9
1080i : as with 12.10
480i : as with 12.10
12.12 - 80% Window w/DVD PLUGE : as with 12.9
1080i : as with 12.10
480i : as with 12.10
12.13 - 20% Window w/DVD PLUGE : as with 12.9
1080i : as with 12.10
480i : as with 12.10
12.14 - Reverse Gray Ramps (with steps) - even color with ref 6500K - no black or white crush within the framing "dots"
1080i : even color with 6500K, no black/white crush
480i : even color with 6500K, no black/white crush
12.15 - Reverse Shallow Ramps - criss-crossed gray ramps. The ramps should be smooth with almost imperceptible steps. The gradation should be smooth and visible with both the top and bottom ramps. If not, crushing is taking place.
1080i : Ramps OK
480i : Ramps OK
12.16 - Ambient Light Reference - adjust 6500K backlight to match brightness, if used
Not/Applicable
12.17 - 1.33 Overscan Pattern - check for overscan and edge enhancement (very much display dependent). The center cross should not be outlined by a white line on any edge.
1080i:
Top 1%
Bottom 0%
Left 2%
Right 2%
No edge enhancement noted
480i:
Top 3%
Bottom 2%
Left 2%
Right 2%
Some edge enhancement noted
12.18 - 1.33 Aspect Ratio & Geometry Pattern - left: all horizontal/vertical lines visible: no flashing,no banding. right: all diagonal lines visible, smooth, no flashing, no banding
1080i : Mostly OK, some banding of high freq, horizontal/vertical lines noted (may be display). Otherwise OK.
480i : Mostly OK, slight banding of high freq, horizontal/vertical lines noted (may be display). Otherwise OK.
12.19 - 1.78 Aspect Ratio & Geometry Pattern - as above with 1.78 markers
1080i : as with 12.18
480i : as with 12.18
12.20 - 1.78 Convergence & Geometry - should be centered
1080i : see 12.17 some cropping (may be display)
480i : see 12.17 some cropping (may be display)
12.21 - Video Black
13 - Video Test Signals Picture Resolution
13.2 - SMPTE RP 133 - multiple:
1. Alphabet on all sides should be complete and readable.
2. Gray blocks should be uniform in color w/reference 6500K source. Next to the 0% box there is a 0% outer and 5% inner box. The 5% inner box should be visible. Next to the 100% box there is a 100% outer and 95% inner box. The 95% inner box should be visible. If either inner box is not visible, crushing is occurring.
1080i :
1. Top row of capital letters cut off (may be display). Left "A" cropped.
Right "M" cropped.
2. Inner boxes OK.
480i :
1. Top row of capital letters cut off (may be display). Left "A" cropped.
Right "M" cropped
2. Inner boxes OK.
13.3 - Multiburst Vertical - all lines visible, even brightness, no banding, no
flashing, no jittering.
1080i : Some banding noted with "full" (may be display), otherwise OK.
480i : very slight banding noted at "full", otherwise OK
13.4 - Multiburst, Horizontal, 0.5 to 5.75 Mhz - all lines visible, even brightness of segments, no banding no flashing, no jittering.
1080i : Even brightness, some banding noted at higher frequencies (may be display)
480i : Even brightness, very slight banding noted at higher frequencies (may be display)
13.5 - Multiburst, Horizontal, 5.75 to 6.75 Mhz - all line visible, even brightness, no banding no flashing, no jittering. If the brightness decreases, freq response is fading. If brightness increases left to right, freq response boost or edge enhancement
1080i : Even brightness, some banding noted at higher frequencies (may be display)
480i : Slight decrease in brightness, very slight banding noted at higher frequencies (may be display)
13.6 - Luminance Sweep, 0.5 to 5.75 Mhz - all lines visible, even brightness, no banding, no flashing, no jittering.
1080i : Even brightness, some banding noted at higher frequencies (may be display)
480i : Even brightness, slight banding noted at higher frequencies (may be display)
13.7 - Pb & Pr Sweep 0.25 Mhz to 2.785 Mhz - all lines visible, even brightness, no banding, no flashing, no jittering, no fading to gray
1080i : Even brightness, some banding noted at higher frequencies,some fading to gray (may be display)
480i : Even brightness, some banding noted at higher frequencies,some fading to gray (may be display)
13.8 - Video Black
14 - Video Test Signals, System Evaluation
14.2 - 20% Flat Field - even gray at 6500K
1080i : Even color gray w/6500K reference
480i : Even color gray w/6500K reference
14.3 - 40% Flat Field - as above
1080i : as with 14.2
14.4 - 60% Flat Field - as above
1080i : as with 14.2
480i : as with 14.2
14.5 - 80% Flat Field - as above
1080i : as with 14.2
480i : as with 14.2
14.6 - 100% Flat Field - as above
1080i : as with 14.2
480i : as with 14.2
14.7 - 100% Window w/PLUGE - BTB check, still OK?
1080i : BTB OK
480i : BTB OK
14.8 - Red 100% Amplitude - red, no orange tine, no other color, no noise, dead pixel check
1080i : Color good
480i : Color good
14.9 - Green 100% Amplitude - green, no other color, no noise, dead pixel check
1080i : Color good
480i : Color good
14.10 - Blue 100% Amplitude - blue, no other color, no noise, dead pixel check
1080i : Color good
480i : Color good
14.11 - Red 75% Amplitude - should be no change in color from 100%
1080i : Color good
480i : Color good
14.12 - Green 75% Amplitude - should be no change in color from 100%
1080i : Color good
480i : Color good
14.13 - Blue 75% Amplitude - should be no change in color from 100%
1080i : Color good
480i : Color good
14.14 - Cyan 75% Amplitude - check for noise
1080i : Color good
480i : Color good
14.15 - Magenta 75% Amplitude - check for noise
1080i : Color good
480i : Color good
14.16 - Yellow, 75% Amplitude - check for noise
1080i : Color good
480i : Color good
14.17 - Horizontal Color Bars 100% Saturation - check w/filters
1080i : Color good
480i : Color good
14.18 - Vertical Color Bars 100% Saturation - check w/filters
1080i : Color good
480i : Color good
14.19 - Video Black
15 - Video Test Signals, 1.33 Pattern
15.2 - Convergence, 1.33:1 Linear - pillarbox check, should be white line around entire pattern
Not Applicable
15.3 - Convergence, 1.33:1 1.78 letterbox markers - same with 1.78 markers
Not Applicable
15.4 - Snell & Wilcox Zone Plate Test Pattern, 2/3 rate - ideally the concentric rings should move smoothly,no breakup, no flashing, no distortion as it moves and changes direction. This tests the motion adaptive deinterlacing. In practice it is normal with a good motion adaptive deinterlacer for the concentric rings to distort for a moment, then resume good shape when redirection occurs. The diagonal lines on the left should be smooth with no jittering. If output is 480i then the motion adaptive circuitry used will be that of the TV -- if present. 480i will be more of a test of the display.
1080i : Looks OK, concentric rings motion adapted, diagonal lines fairly smooth
480i : Looks Fair, concentric rings not motion adapted (display), diagonal lines fairly smooth
15.5 - Snell & Wilcox Zone Plate Test Pattern, frame rate - as above
1080i : Concentric rings not motion adapted, diagonal lines fairly smooth
480i : Concentric rings not motion adapted (display), diagonal lines farily smooth
15.6 - Snell & Wilcox Zone Plate Test Pattern, field rate - as above
1080i : Concentric rings not motion adapted, diagonal lines fairly smooth
480i : Concentric rings not motion adapted (display), diagonal lines fairly smooth
15.7 - MPEG Decoder Test - *major* catch all test pattern:
1. diagonal lines on left smooth, no jittering
2. No banding with 4:2:0 on bottom left, it should be flashing alternate colors
3. Red and blue triangles in the center left should have smooth diagonal edges
4. Concentric blue/yellow and red/cyan circles in center upper left and right should be smooth and even brightness (aka ICP test)
5. Luminance sweeps at bottom should be even with no bleeding.
6. Rotating box in upper right should be smooth with no jaggies or combing
1080i :
1. Diagonal lines fairly smooth
2. Banding, no flashing alternate colors
3. Red and Blue Triangles have smooth diagonal edges
4. Concentric blue/yellow and red/cyan circles are smooth - passes test
5. Little bit of bleeding noted (may be display)
6. Rotating box is smooth
480i :
1. Diagonal lines fairly smooth
2. Banding present
3. Red and Blue Triangles have fairly smooth diagonal edges
4. Concentric blue/yellow and red/cyan circles are somewhat smooth - some ICP present
5. Little bit of bleeding noted (may be display)
6. Rotating box is smooth
15.8 - Black Stretch Test - check for BTB
1080i : BTB does fade a bit with this test (probably display)
480i : BTB is passed to fade/enhance
15.9 - Bounce - no geometry changes with flashing. Mainly for CRT displays.
1080i : No problems noted
480i : No problems noted
15.10 - Video Black
16 - Video Test Signals, 1.78 Pattern
16.2 - Snell & Wilcox Zone Plate Test Pattern, 2/3 rate - as with 15.4
1080i : Looks OK, concentric rings motion adapted -- maybe a bit slow to lock, diagonal lines fairly smooth
480i : Looks Fair, concentric rings not motion adapted (display), diagonal lines fairly smooth
16.3 - Snell & Wilcox Zone Plate Test Pattern, frame rate - as with 15.4
1080i : Concentric rings not motion adapted, diagonal lines fairly smooth
480i : Concentric rings not motion adapted, diagonal lines fairly smooth
16.4 - Snell & Wilcox Zone Plate Test Pattern, field rate - as with 15.4
1080i : Concentric rings not motion adapted, diagonal lines fairly smooth
480i : Concentric rings not motion adapted, diagonal lines fairly smooth
16.5 - A/V Timing Clock - color ramps w/flashing white bar on top. The colors should be smooth and the flashing white bar should coincide with the tone.
1080i : Colors mostly smooth, timing OK. Perfect Av Sync
480i : Colors mostly smooth, timing OK. Perfect AV Sync
AVIA (selected) TEST PATTERN RESULTS (HDMI @ 1080i):
Color Decoder - primary colors should be at 0% with reference to background gray
1080i : Colors OK when adjusted, no green depression noted.
480i : Colors OK when adjusted, no green depression noted.
Y/C Delay - primary colors should match up with gray box below at 0.00. Keep in mind that this test is only a rough estimate.
1080i:
Blue : -0.00
Red : -0.00
Green : -0:00
480i :
Blue : 0.00
Red : 0.00
Green : 0.00
Moving Zone Plate - Concentric and diagonal lines should retain shape and detail upon movement
1080i :
Fair, lots of breakup, diagonal lines hold together a bit.
Pixel Crop (4:3) - Should be no pixels cropped from sides or top. Highly display dependent.
1080i:
TOP : 0
BOTTOM : 0
LEFT : 0
RIGHT : 0
480i : (any cropping is probably my display)
TOP : 10
BOTTOM : 10
LEFT : 0
RIGHT : 0
Thank you: Oppo Digital
Paul
