Brand Name | OPPO |
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Item Weight | 11.2 pounds |
Product Dimensions | 16.9 x 13.3 x 3 inches |
Item model number | BDP-83 |
Batteries | 2 AA batteries required. (included) |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Color Name | Black |
Special Features | Blu ray support |
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OPPO BDP-83 Blu-ray Disc Player with SACD, DVD-Audio, and VRS Technology
Brand | OPPO |
Media Type | CD, DVD, Blu-Ray Disc |
Special Feature | Blu ray support |
Connector Type | HDMI |
Connectivity Technology | HDMI |
Color | Black |
Item Weight | 11.2 Pounds |
Audio Output Mode | Stereo |
Product Dimensions | 17"L x 13.25"W x 3"H |
Included Components | CD, DVD, Blu-ray |
About this item
- Device measures 17.0 x 3.0 x 13.25 inches (WxHxD)
- Uses award-winning video decoding chip for a clear, true picture
- Supports Blu-ray, SACD, DVD-Audio, DVDs, and CDs
- Universal Blu-ray disc player providing playback for a myriad of video formats
- Two USB ports allow for playback of media stored on a flash drive
- Universal Blu-ray disc player providing playback for a myriad of video formats
- Supports Blu-ray, SACD, DVD-Audio, DVDs, and CDs
- Two USB ports allow for playback of media stored on a flash drive
- Uses award-winning video decoding chip for a clear, true picture
- Device measures 17.0 x 3.0 x 13.25 inches (WxHxD)
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Picture quality | 5.0 | 4.8 | — | 4.6 | 4.3 | 4.7 |
User interface | 5.0 | 4.3 | — | — | 3.7 | 4.1 |
Remote Control | 5.0 | 4.6 | — | — | 4.0 | 4.3 |
Value for money | — | 4.6 | — | 3.9 | — | 4.0 |
Quality of material | — | — | — | 5.0 | 3.6 | 4.2 |
Sold By | — | GYTE ENTERPRISE | StoneyCreek | TE Distribution | Video & Audio Center - Same Day Shipping | Electronic Express |
media type | DVD, Blu-Ray Disc, CD | DVD, Blu-Ray Disc | DVD, CD | Blu-Ray Disc, DVD, CD | Blu-Ray Disc, CD, DVD | Blu-Ray Disc, DVD, MP3 |
audio output mode | Stereo | — | Surround | Surround | Surround | Surround |
connector type | HDMI | HDMI, USB Type C | HDMI | HDMI | HDMI | HDMI, Coaxial |
number of channels | 2 | 2 | 6 | 2 | 8 | — |
connectivity tech | HDMI | HDMI | HDMI | Wireless | Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi, Ethernet |
analog video format | NTSC | — | NTSC | PAL | NTSC | NTSC |
Product Description
Product Description
Complete Media Support: Blu-ray Disc; BD-Live; DVD Up-Conversion; DVD-Audio; SACD; 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. Unparalleled Video Quality: VRS by Anchor Bay; Full HD 1080p Output ; True 24 Video ; Source Direct Mode; Multiple Zoom Modes; HDMI; High Fidelity Audio: Dolby TrueHD; DTS-HD; 7.1-Channel Analog Output; Dedicated Stereo Output; Digital Optical and Coaxial Outputs; Ultimate Convenience: Dual USB Ports ; PAL/NTSC Conversion ; Back-lit Remote Control; Universal Power Supply ; External IR ; RS232 Control (optional) ; HDMI CEC
From the Manufacturer
From the Manufacturer (June 29, 2009)
The OPPO BDP-83 Blu-ray Disc Player with SACD and DVD-Audio combines several audio- and video-disc playing functions into one convenient system. This universal Blu-ray player operates not only Blu-ray, but also SACD, DVD-Audio, DVDs, and CDs. So you can put in any disc, sit back, and enjoy--all without the clutter of multiple players, remotes, and wires.
Replace all your other media players. View larger.
There are connections for all the latest home theater components. View larger. The BDP-83 Blu-ray Disc Player supports the following formats:
Blu-ray Disc (Profile 2.0), DVD, SACD, DVD-Audio, CD, Kodak Picture CD, AVCHD, MKV.
HDMI 1.3, component video, composite video, 7.1 analog audio, analog stereo, optical digital audio, coaxial digital audio, 2 x USB, Ethernet RJ-45, external IR, RS232. One Player to Rule Them All
Instead of using separate players for your Blu-ray discs, DVDs, CDs, SACDs, and DVD-Audio discs, use the OPPO BDP-83 player to do the job in a single, handsome package. If you have videos, music, or photos on your computer, you can burn them to a CD or copy them to a USB flash drive, and the BDP-83 will play them without a hitch.
With a sleek, black design that features a brushed aluminum front, the OPPO BDP-83 will fit your home decor. And by replacing a myriad of other players, the OPPO BDP83 will save you space and will reduce clutter and cables.
Latest Blu-ray Specs for Outstanding Video Quality
The OPPO BDP-83 Blu-ray Disc Player incorporates an award-winning processing chip by Anchor Bay that provides outstanding picture quality that is clean and true to life. The player provides full 1080p HD output, and can also provide output at 480i, 480p, 720p, and 1080i. It also supports Blu-ray discs that are recorded at 24 frames per second, so you can have a cinema-like experience anytime you want it.
The BDP-83 supports Blu-ray Profile 2.0, which means that it has special hardware, such as an audio/video decoder and one gigabyte of internal storage. This allows it to support BD-Live features such as Internet chats, scheduled chats with the director, Internet games, and more. Please note that BD-Live requires an Internet connection to work.
Up-converts DVDs for a Clearer Picture; Converts Between PAL and NTSC
The same Anchor Bay chip that provides the Blu-ray processing also provides up-converting of standard-definition DVDs. By de-interlacing and scaling, the chip will make your DVDs look great on your HDTV, giving your DVD library new life.
The BDP-83 supports both NTSC and PAL systems, providing disc playback and video output. It also allows you to watch the content of one system in the output of the other; for example, you can watch a PAL movie on an NTSC TV (please note that this is subject to DVD and BD region restrictions).
Award-winning VRS technology by Anchor Bay delivers outstanding picture quality. View logic board. High-Fidelity Audio for a Cinema-Like Experience
It isn't just the BDP-83's visual quality that will thrill you; you'll also love the sound the BDP-83 creates. With support for Dolby TrueHD and DTS-HD Master Audio, you'll experience loss-free sound that is studio-master quality. The player supports bit-stream output via HDMI 1.3, and it can decode TrueHD or DTS-HD audio into LPCM and yield sound via HDMI or 7.1-channel analog outputs.
Support for Audio-Only Formats Will Thrill Sound Lovers
Sound lovers will be elated by the BDP-83, thanks to its support for both DVD-Audio and SACD, two audio-only formats that provide stereo and multi-channel audio. These formats provide sound quality that is far superior to that of CDs, and they have greater sound depth and higher sound resolution. And with a dedicated two-channel analog audio output with optimized DACs and output driving stage, sound lovers will be sure they're getting the best audio they can.
Multiple Connections to Work With Your Home Theater
The BDP-83 has plenty of connections to interface with your home theater system. On the front of the player, there is a USB port that lets you quickly connect a flash drive to view movies, music, or photos. On the rear, there is another USB port, along with connections for HDMI, component video, composite video, 7.1 analog audio, analog stereo output, and optical and coaxial digital audio. Whether you have a state-of-the-art home theater system or one with legacy connections, the BDP-83 won't have any problems interfacing with your equipment. There is also an Ethernet jack for use with BD-Live, as well as a hardwired IR in-and-out jack.
Backlit Remote Control and Universal Power Supply
With clear labeling and an ergonomic layout, the included remote makes playback of all your audio and video discs easy. And because the remote control has a back light, you'll have no problems when using it in your dark home theater.
The BDP-83 has a universal power supply, making it compatible with the AC power of every region, so you won't have to worry about damaging your player with incorrect voltage.
The OPPO BDP-83 Blu-ray Disc Player measures 17.0 x 3.0 x 13.25 inches (WxHxD).
Review from Home Theater Magazine
Review from HomeTheaterMag.com: Oppo BDP-83SE
With all of the resources that are available to the Blu-ray Disc Association's major manufacturers, it's remarkable that the first company to cure the ills of standalone Blu-ray players was Oppo Digital with its $499 BDP-83 (HT, September 2009). Upon that player's release, many enthusiasts were using the PlayStation 3 for its speed and reliability. Standalone players were too slow and prone to disc incompatibility issues. They also had a hodgepodge of hardware profiles and decoding and interactivity features that bewildered consumers. When Oppo's BDP-83 came along, it did everything that a Blu-ray player should do, and it did it right and fast. In short, it was a next-gen Blu-ray player that acted like one. That player earned Home Theater's Top Pick of the Year in Source Components and overall Product of the Year for 2009 (HT, November 2009). Plus, it earned a check from me to Oppo. The BDP-83 I bought last year as a reference has been bulletproof during the time I've owned it. Compatibility issues have been few and far between. But when they've come up, Oppo has acted swiftly with hassle-free firmware updates from the Internet. It has been so bulletproof that it's difficult to imagine changing it out or upgrading it. Read the full review at HomeTheaterMag.com.> Visit HomeTheaterMag.com for more product news and reviews
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ASIN | B002EEP3MK |
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Customer Reviews |
3.7 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #397,970 in Electronics (See Top 100 in Electronics) #276 in Blu-Ray Disc Players |
Date First Available | June 30, 2009 |
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Customers like the quality, image quality, sound quality and refresh rate of the video disc player. For example, they mention it's a solid product, the picture quality is jaw-droppingly spectacular, and the sound quality is excellent. They appreciate the fast auto-play and solid Blu-ray response times. That said, some say the price is worth it.
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Customers like the quality of the video disc player. They mention that it is a solid product, very reliable, and flawless. The protective foam is made of high density quality material, and it is reliable. The AC power cord and HDMI cable are well built, and the player is impressive yet easy to use. Some say that it has some heft, and is arguably the best player on the market.
"...but it's a solidly built player with some heft and people seem to really like its understated and professional look...." Read more
"...of the box, the video quality while playing back both, DVDs and BDs is very good, the audio quality is fine for me since I am only playing it thru..." Read more
"...The entire unit is made from an etched black metal and feels very sturdy...." Read more
"...; a videophile would call it "cinematic" - perfect for movies [if, you don't want your movies to "pop"]...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the image quality of the video disc player. They mention that the picture quality is jaw-droppingly spectacular, DVDs look wonderful, and the front display has crisp, bright numbers. The product offers a state-of-the-art video and audio experience, with both BDs and DVDs.
"...some heft and people seem to really like its understated and professional look...." Read more
"...was easy to setup, it worked just fine right out of the box, the video quality while playing back both, DVDs and BDs is very good, the audio quality..." Read more
"...The colors and contrast were ABSOLUTELY PHENOMENAL. The colors were much richer and vibrant than those that had been displayed through the PS3...." Read more
"...Upscaling is just as effortless. DVDs from bad transfers look very good and ... Well-mastered DVDs are rendered so well that the gap between them..." Read more
Customers like the sound quality of the video disc player. They say it has excellent sound, with a balanced tonality. Customers also mention the video and audio quality are superb. They mention that the sound only button is great when you want to spare your TV's lamp.
"...while playing back both, DVDs and BDs is very good, the audio quality is fine for me since I am only playing it thru my TV speakers, and most..." Read more
"...The sound only button, is great also when you want to spare your TV's lamp. The player: Upconversion is great but a bit of a let down,..." Read more
"...: Fast load times for all disc formats along with great audio and video quality...." Read more
"...(they are all 3 or sometimes 2 - channel, but sound spectacular in SACD...." Read more
Customers like the image refresh rate of the video disc player. They mention that it loads fast, has super-fast auto-play, and plays immediately. The Blu-ray response times are solid and rival the PS3. It stores more content and speeds up replaying of the same title. The menus are clean and responsive, and the tray opens quietly and fast. It's a very easy and smooth process.
"...This little magic box is heep-full of goodies! The varying degrees of slow-motion...forward and backward. The ability of remembering 5..." Read more
"...You've already read about all the attributes: Fast load times for all disc formats along with great audio and video quality...." Read more
"...Could not be happier with the performance. First, this player loads fast. My old Sony Blu-ray player could take 2 minutes or longer to load a disc...." Read more
"...other blu-ray players to compare, so I can only say that this one loads quickly, gives a fantastic picture, and has easy and yet in-depth..." Read more
Customers like the value of the video disc player. They say it's worth the price, comes packed with a high-end HDMI cable, and is cheap for an audiophile. Customers also mention that the brand is consumer-oriented and high quality.
"...But this OPPO BDP-83 really stands out in that it is cheap for an audiophile/videophile product while it provides state-of-the-art performance...." Read more
"...I recommend the RCA "Living Stereo" series. They are still cheap, and very well mastered into SACD format..." Read more
"...or near high-end quality blu-ray, DVD and SACD player for a very reasonable price- [...]- and they were incorporating the player into their high-end..." Read more
"...be: great design, excellent user interface, solid construction, well-priced, backed by a company that actually stands behind its products - GREAT..." Read more
Customers find the setup interface of the video disc player very intuitive and simple to use. They also appreciate the user-friendly instructions and information at each step of the way. The setup is simple, and upscaling is effortless. The product has fewer buttons, making the tasks it performs easily executed. Additionally, customers mention that every change can be made on the fly while the movie is playing.
"...I'm a video novice, but I found the manual very easy to understand, while the diagrams are all quite good...." Read more
"...My first impressions of this unit are very good. It was easy to setup, it worked just fine right out of the box, the video quality while playing..." Read more
"...startup company and features thick glossed paper and very explicit well versed instructions...." Read more
"...Upscaling is just as effortless...." Read more
Customers find the video disc player easy to use. They mention it has an excellent user interface, and the settings are user friendly. They appreciate the comprehensive setup menu and well written manual. The illuminated control is readable in a completely dark room, and it has a menu driven setup.
"...The remote control has large, back-lit buttons and I thought it was laid out nicely. The manual is first class all the way...." Read more
"...The nice feature is that it is backlit. The negative is that, in my opinion, it just seems like a lot of buttons on a box...." Read more
"...At this ultimate HD resolution ... Blu-Ray ala the PS3 is liquid, bright, surreal: it "pops" - perfect for games and animation...." Read more
"...Made for human hands and just the right weight. Illuminated and just for the right lenght of time. Ease of use buttons for opening and..." Read more
Customers like the performance of the video disc player. For example, they say it's easy to use, works perfectly across the board, and plays everything they put in it without fail. Some mention that the player can run flawless again.
"...With that said, I should say that the remote works fine and as I have gotten use to where the buttons are that I use, I have no problems using the..." Read more
"...no doubt what it means. Dimmer present. All simular functions in the right place. Multiple ways of interacting with the..." Read more
"...I have not tried this.Everything works seamlessly and easily--switching formats automatically with little need to ever make adjustments..." Read more
"...I purchased my OPPO-BDP83 player in Jan. of 2010 from Amazon. It worked great for awhile. I started having problems with it in the summer of 2011...." Read more
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The difference in viewing a dvd on the Oppo vs my older and trusty Panasonic is clearly visible, even to my untrained eyes (but then again, it should be ... my Panasonic is about 5 years-old, cannot up-convert, and costs a fraction of this unit). The up-converting ability of the Oppo does what is claimed (there must be something to the Anchor Bay VRS technology hype), while its blu-ray capability is truly top notch. Of course, not every dvd (or blu-ray for that matter) is created equal. Some are quite spectacular, while others less so. There are even some very bad dvds out there, so even an Oppo won't help much here (garbage in, garbage out). However, what this player has done is bring fresh life to my large dvd collection. They appear clearer, with more impact and definition. Is the up-converting technology as good as watching a blu-ray disk? No, but you'll find that most are pretty darn impressive.
One example of what this machine is capable of is when there is a layer change. Too often these can be fairly long hesitations (sometimes as long as a second or more), and are very distracting. But not on the Oppo. These layer change pauses are often not noticeable or just barely noticeable. One such layer change occurring on the "LOTR - Return of the King" dvd was done at an inappropriate time and was very noticeable on my son's Sony (I counted the usual way ... did the, "one-thousand-one, one thou..."), which means it was almost a second and a half long. On the Oppo? We didn't see the pause, period, and we played that scene several times to try and detect it. We were both a bit stunned.
As has been mentioned by almost everyone, this model is packaged with loving care (very Apple-like). So good is the packing that the box could probably fall off a truck and not damage the unit. As far as the looks of this unit are concerned, it has an industrial-type look that's a bit bland and muted for my tastes (and this coming from a guy who has 30 year-old McIntosh audio equipment), but it's a solidly built player with some heft and people seem to really like its understated and professional look. The transport mechanism also seemed solid and not flimsy or noisy (different reviews have different opinions, so perhaps this has been fixed -- Oppo seems to take customer comments very seriously ... unlike most manufacturers). However, the power cord did get dislodged when placing it in my cabinet (it easily pulls out). This is no big deal, but thought I should mention it. The remote control has large, back-lit buttons and I thought it was laid out nicely. The manual is first class all the way. I'm a video novice, but I found the manual very easy to understand, while the diagrams are all quite good.
The Oppo bdp-83 does far more than I'll probably ever know. Please check out all the professional reviews on this machine, including its audio capabilities. Oppo provides a "Spears & Munsil" benchmark blu-ray disk to check out and modify the player's (and the TV's) video parameters.
Anything bad about this unit? Honestly, I haven't found anything bad yet (it's almost a month old now). Unlike one reviewer, I thought the five levels of fast-forward and reverse was more than adequate for me (but I don't do a lot of searching). I do think the price is a bit steep (but similarly priced to the Panasonic BD30K). Yeah, I know there are dvd players that can cost a lot more, but these are players for purists. Let's face it, 500 bucks isn't exactly chump change these days so this model will appeal to a limited number of people. And prior to the Oppo bdp-83, the Sony Playstation 3 was the unit to judge "most" other blu-ray players (especially for speed ... i.e. ... time from insertion to actual playback), and the Playstation can sell for significantly less, is considered a top blu-ray player, and it also plays games. Still, this Oppo is one top-notch blu-ray / dvd up-converting player that plays a lot of formats and matches or betters the Playstation for "speed" (I think that's a first). You'll also find out that many of the professional reviewers have changed their reference player (the player that they judge all others by) from the Playstation to the Oppo.
For me, it has performed as close to the hype as possible (a nearly impossible task, considering all the unabashed love for this machine). And even though I haven't as yet played with all its audio capabilities, I'm sold. To me this is clearly a special player, a 5-star player, so between 1 and 10, I give the Oppo a pretty enthusiastic 9. And even though I believe it is a bit over priced, I think it would be very difficult, if not impossible, to find a better, more versatile player at this point in time without coughing up serious dollars (high-end units from Marantz, Denon and others come to mind ... and of course, Meridian ... which is obviously just for the rich or famous -- try putting your head around Meridian Audio prices, especially the 20-30 grand 800 series dvd player!).
Cons: Expensive (but worth it)
The short version:
Yes, I am jumping on the OPPO BDP-83 bandwagon.
The long version:
First of all, I am not an audiophile or videophile. My previous experience with blu-ray players was my purchase of a laptop computer with a blu-ray playback drive and an HDMI output. I thought that would allow me to play blu-ray disks and stream video to my HDTV. This is where I get introduced to a technology called Protected Audio Path (PAP). Because my laptop does not support PAP, HD audio is restricted across the HDMI connection. What that meant to me was the Dolby True HD audio was reduced to stereo which was ok with me since I am just listening to the audio thru my TV speakers, However DTS HD audio was reduced to no audio and that was not ok. Now I could have run the audio from my headset output to the TV instead of across the HDMI connection but that is not what I wanted, so off I went to buy a blu-ray player to resolve this situation.
I read a lot of professional reviews of different blu-ray players and finally made my decision, found the best price on
this unit and placed my order online. Then I started reading user reviews of this unit and it seemed to me that people
were having way to many problems with this unit and in addition to that, customer support was unresponsive. It scared me to the point that I canceled my order and started researching blu-ray players again, this time looking at both the
professional reviews and user reviews. This is when the OPPO BDP-83 surfaced. This was the only unit that I could find with a sufficient number of user reviews that no one was complaining about its ability to play disks without problems and also people seemed to feel that their customer support was responsive to complaints. It seemed that the only complaints were that there were more expensive units with better audio/video quality. Like I said, I am not an audiophile or videophile so this was not an issue for me. My main concern was with getting a player that would reliably playback a disk, and if there were an issue, then I would like a responsive customer support to deal with. With that said, that explains why I purchased the more expensive OPPO BDP-83.
The unit:
When I recieve my OPPO BDP-83, I spent about 5 minutes with the setup of this unit. I didn't experiment with the settings, but instead just wanted to get the player up and running. My first impressions of this unit are very good. It was easy to setup, it worked just fine right out of the box, the video quality while playing back both, DVDs and BDs is very good, the audio quality is fine for me since I am only playing it thru my TV speakers, and most important to me is that it did not have any problem with any of the disks that I have tried to play.
The remote:
As a rule, I don't get very concerned about remote controls, but my first impression of the remote that comes with the OPPO BDP-83 is kind of neutral. The nice feature is that it is backlit. The negative is that, in my opinion, it just seems like a lot of buttons on a box. It doesn't seem like it would have been too difficult to group the buttons by either introducing a little space between the groups, or using some sort of color coding to group them. With that said, I should say that the remote works fine and as I have gotten use to where the buttons are that I use, I have no problems using the remote.
Customer support:
I have not had to contact customer support with an issue, but I went to their website to check for a firmware update and this is what I have found. I had the latest released firmware installed on my player when I got it, however there was a beta version of the firmware that address several issues, one of which was the incompatibility with a specific blu-ray disk. The date of both, the beta version and the release of this specific blu-ray disk was December 22nd. Now that really gave me the feeling that their customer support is responsive to issues.
Conclusion:
Yes, the OPPO BDP-83 player is expensive when my only real requirement was for a blu-ray player that worked, but I do not regret my decision to purchase this player. My research indicates that this is a reliable player with good customer support and nothing has happened since I have purchased this player to change my opinion about that.