Main Version: BDP83-50-0424
Loader Version: BE2710 or BT0410
Sub Version: MCU83-27-0326
This version is designed for both the standard BDP-83 and the BDP-83 Special Edition.
Comparing to the previous official release version BDP83-48-1224, the major changes
included in this version are:
Traditional splash screen. When there is no disc playing, the player shows the OPPO
background screen instead of the "Home Menu". The "Home Menu" can be accessed by
pressing the "Home" button on the remote control.
Improvement to MKV compatibility. Some MKV files do not play or play with severe video
artifacts when using previous firmware. This version improves the playback of such files.
Fix for the SACD pops/crackles issue. Some users have reported hearing pops or crackles
between SACD tracks. This issue happens to certain discs that have data frames that are not
aligned with track boundaries. This version removes such pops or crackles.
Revision of the RS-232 control protocol. If the player is equipped with the RS-232 wired
control option, the new protocol adds three verbose modes to enable command echo back,
automatic status update and automatic program counter update. For a complete list of RS-
232 protocols please refer to the OPPO BDP-83 RS-232 Control Protocol V2 document.
Improved volume control function for the analog audio output. Volume control was
previously implemented using the DSP (Digital Signal Processor). This version utilizes the
DAC (Digital to Analog Converter) chips to perform volume control. This change brings the
following benefits:
Fix for the subwoofer hum that happens when the player's volume is set to less than 100
while outputting SACD in DSD format over HDMI;
Volume control in DSD mode for SACD. Previously volume control does not work for DSD
mode. With this version, all analog audio outputs of the BDP-83SE and the dedicated stereo
output of the BDP-83 can apply volume control in DSD mode. (Note: OPPO recommends
setting the player's volume at 100 and using the volume control of your amplifier or
receiver.)
Fix for a compatibility issue with Sherwood Newcastle R774 A/V receiver. The issue was no
audio signal over HDMI when playing a CD.
Other general disc compatibility improvement based on recent and upcoming Blu-ray
releases as well as user-submitted disc samples.
Minor changes to BD-Live and BD-Java behavior. Erasing the persistent storage from the
setup menu now erases both downloaded BD-Live contents and Java-based bookmarks. BD-
Live access is set to off after resetting factory default settings. If you prefer to have BD-
Live access, please turn it on from the setup menu.
All features and improvements of the previous firmware are also included in this version.
Main Version: BDP83-48-1224
Loader Version: BE2650 or BT0350
Sub Version: MCU83-25-0811
This version is designed for both the standard BDP-83 and the BDP-83 Special Edition.
Comparing to the previous official
release version BDP83-40-0925, the major changes included in this version are:
Blu-ray Disc compatibility improvement, especially for certain titles such as the European
version of "Terminator Salvation",
Indican's "The Wonder of It All", and "(500) Days of Summer" from Fox.
Subtitle shift feature. During playback, press and hold the "SUBTITLE" button to activate the
function and then use up/down
arrow buttons to move the subtitle. The shift position is saved in the "Video Setup" -
"Display Options" section of the
setup menu. This feature is useful for customers with 2.35:1 projection screens.
OSD position feature. The OSD (On-Screen Display) can be moved to work together with
the subtitle shift feature. There
is a new setup menu item in the "Video Setup" - "Display Options" section for this.
Auto mode for HDMI Audio format. The new "Auto" mode enables the player to use
bitstream audio output for audio
formats that are supported by the A/V receiver, and LPCM for formats that cannot be
decoded by the A/V receiver.
Setup menu changes. Some items are re-grouped into the "Display Options" sub-menu
under "Video Setup". Some items
are re-ordered in the menu structure to improve the ease of use.
Experimental feature - home network streaming. This feature can be accessed from the "My
Network" icon in the "Home
Menu" screen. It requires a DLNA-capable media server running on your computer. The
supported media types are the
common set of what the player can decode and what the media server can stream.
Experimental Feature - BluTV. This is an interactive television service that will initially
feature channels such as casual
games, widgets and movie art. To use this feature, the "BD-Live Network Access" item in
the "Network Setup" section and
the "Secondary Audio" item in the "Audio Format Setup" section of the player's setup menu
must be turned on.
All features and improvements of the previous firmware are also included in this version.
This utility updates the Oppo BDP-83 firmware to version 40-0925.
Please read the firmware update instructions before updating.
How refreshing to deal with a company that really cares about it's customers!
Terrific packaging
Quick shipment
Easy setup
A quality, well written, English-only, users manual
A solid, very well built unit.
Timely, quick loading, firmware updates
When will OPPO start making receivers, wtc?
Why is the BDP-83 firmware section so out of date?
There have been several firmware updates since May, including a new official firmware in June, and a newer bet firmware in September.
Get the latest firmware revisions for your BDP-83 on OPPO's website...
Why is the BDP-83 firmware section so out of date?
There have been several firmware updates since May, including a new official firmware in June, and a newer bet firmware in September.
I e-mailed OPPO about this today ... let's see what happens!
Firmware update added.
What a great company! I e-mailed them 2 days ago about the latest firmware update not being posted, and here it is!
Sony, Panasonic and. especially Samsung: be advised that there is a new sheriff in town!!!
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