OPPO BDP-83 REGION FREE / ZONE FREE BLURAY PLAYER
Are we finally sitting on the Very Best Blu-ray Player, read the reviews & decide for yourself!

N.B. The Hardware Modified (not software) Oppo BDP-83 USA model. Plays all Regions on Standard DVD and all Zones on Bluray Discs.  Future firmware upgrades will not remove the Region Free Modification. 

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Region Free & Zone Free OPPO BDP-83 Universal Blu-ray Player for NZ
► Genuine full NZ warranty & service, buyer beware of cheap imitaions.
► Genuine USA model upgraded with new hardware modification for:
► 1. Region Free DVD (Pre set to Region "0")
► 2. Zone Free Blu-ray (Remote select A, B, or C)
► Includes free Spears & Munsil Blu-ray calibration disc
► Includes free Blu-ray AIX Audio Calibration Disc "HD Music Sampler"
► Includes free high quality Oppo 1.8m HDMI cable 
► Includes heavy duty mains cable with NZ plug 
► Includes simple remote operating instructions for region and zone switching
► Normal 12 month warranty is unaffected when RapalloAV installs the hardware

N.B. This modification is not necessarily endorsed by Oppodigital USA.

Setup Instructions Video Oppo BDP-83 Blu-ray Player

20th Jan 2010 - NZ Review - Boffo Oppo a Blu-ray Hero


HDNZ Review Jan 2010 - Fantastic BD Playback - Fantasic DVD Upscaling


22 Sept 2009 ► Unpacking the Oppo BDP-83 Video Here!

22 Sept 2009 ►  9.1 Star Australian Rating cnet.com.au

Oct 2009 - "Best Of 2009 Blue Note Equipment Awards"  www.enjoythemusic.com

30 Sept 2009 - Andrew Everard, Audio Editor of Gramophone - What HiFi Sound & Vision
Oppo BDP-831: all the universal player you could ever need?

1/08/09 - Tom Jung professional audio engineer for almost 50 years (Sound 80, DMP Records) reports on the audio on the BDP-83

Kevin Nakano - August 2009 - La Audio File - Oppo BDP-83 Review

16 Oct 2009 - OPPO BDP-831 Blu-ray Player Reviewed - www.trustedreviews.com
Arguably an all-round better player than the Pioneer BDP-LX52 or the Panasonic DMP-BD80, which is really saying something..... 

Read the FAQ! You'll Be Glad You Did!
01/07/2009 - Wes Marshall (SoundStageAV) Review Posted
30/09/2009 - Official 40-0925 Firmware Released
25/06/2009 - Adrian Wittenberg (Secrets of Home Theater and High Fidelity) Review Posted
03/06/2009 - Clint DeBoer (Audioholics) Review Posted
29/05/2009 - Thomas Spurlin (Audio|Video Revolution) Review Posted
28/05/2009 - John Sunier (Audiophile Audition) Review Posted
18/05/2009 - Robert Silva (About.com) Review Posted
14/05/2009 - Bill Graw (Enjoy The Music) Review
04/05/2009 - 22-0430 Firmware Available.
06/03/2009 - Gary Murrell (Home Theater Forum) Review Posted
27/02/2009 - Spears & Munsil High Definition Benchmark User's Guide
26/02/2009 - OPPO BDP-83 User's Manual
26/02/2009 - gonk's BDP-83 Review Posted
25/07/2009 - Stephen Krasowski (E-Gear) Review Posted
Wes Marshall (SoundStageAV) (Reviewer's Choice)
Kris Deering (Home Theater Magazine) (Top Pick)
David Vaughn (Ultimate AV) Review Posted
30/07/09 - AV.guide.com - The Biggest Bargin in HT
JULY 2009 - ProjectorReviews.com - SPECIAL INTEREST AWARD!
7 Aug 2009 - HI-DEF DIGEST HARDWARE REVIEW
10 Aug 2009 - HomeTheaterReview.com
25 Aug 2009 - 2nd Audioholic review of Oppo BDP-83 this time by Gene DellaSala 
3 Sept 2009 - cnet.com 4.5 Star Review Oppo BDP-83 - Watch the Video
21 Aug 2009 - Suite101.com - Blu-ray and More from the Oppo Multi-Format Disc and USB Reader
23 Sep 2009 - Oppo BD Player Earns Praise From All Corners - Home Media Mag
30 Sept 2009 - Oppo BDP-831 Blu-ray Disc Player Review - AVEnthusiast.co.uk

Default Settings Checklist
Video setup guide and player features.

All the Oppo BDP-83 Reviews & Awards on one page

 Official OPPO BDP-83 Owner's Thread  AVSFORUMS USA

Oppo BDP-83 Owners Thread - All regions - AVFORUMS UK

Is the DVD picture quality of this player amazingly better than any other player?

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Oppo BDP-83 Owners Manual

The OPPO BDP-83 Blu-ray disc player combines high definition video with exceptional video up-conversion and audio performance that our customers have come to expect from us. 

The BDP-83 uses Anchor Bay’s VRS technology for deinterlacing, 3:2 and other cadence correction, and multi-axis motion interpolation. This is the same chipset used in the DVDO Edge processor, and it works exceptionally well.

FEATURES:
•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 support 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, 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 - 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 artifacts.
•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 theater 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 alteration.
•Multiple Zoom Modes - The BDP-83 supports multiple levels of aspect ratio control and image zooming, including a vertical stretch mode for customers with a 2.35:1 CIH (Constant Image Height) display system.
•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 Color 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 theaters. With its ergonomic button layout and clear labeling, 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 theater control systems, the BDP-83 provides external IR remote IN and OUT ports.
•RS232 Control (optional) - For custom installation, the RS232 control option can be special-ordered at an additional cost.
•HDMI CEC - HDMI Consumer Electronics Control simplifies the home theater by allowing a single remote control to operate multiple devices.
 
Preliminary Specifications (Subject to Change)

Designs and specifications are subject to change without notice. 
Disc Types* BD-Video, DVD-Video, AVCHD, DVD-Audio, SACD, CD, Kodak Picture CD
CD-R/RW, DVD±R/RW, DVD±R DL, BD-R/RE
BD Profile BD-ROM Version 2 Profile 2 (also compatible with Profile 1 Version 1.0 and 1.1)
Internal Storage 1GB (Actual available storage varies due to system usage)
Output Analog Audio: 7.1ch or 5.1ch, stereo
Digital Audio: Coaxial, Optical
HDMI Audio: Stereo, up to 7.1ch high-resolution PCM, up to 5.1ch DSD, bitstream or LPCM conversion of Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby TrueHD, DTS, DTS-HD High Resolution Audio, and DTS-HD Master Audio.
Analog Video: Composite, Component Video (Y/Pb/Pr, 480i/480p, 720p/1080i available for non-restricted content only)
Digital Video: HDMI with HDCP (NTSC: 480i/480p/720p/1080i/1080p/1080p24, PAL 576i/576p/720p/1080i/1080p/1080p24) 
Video Characteristics Composite Video Amplitude: 1.0Vp-p (75Ω)
Component Video: Y: 1.0Vp-p (75Ω), Pb/Pr: 0.7Vp-p (75Ω) 
Audio Characteristics** Frequency: 20Hz - 20kHz (±0.4dB)
Signal-to-Noise Ratio: >110dB (A-weighted)
Total Harmonic Distortion: < 0.001% (1kHz at 0dBFS) 
General Specification Power Supply: ~ 100V - 240V, 50/60Hz AC
Power Consumption: 35W (0.5W Standby)
Dimensions: 430mm x 336mm x 77mm, 16-7/8 x 13-1/4 x 3 inches
Mass: 5.1kg / 11.2 lbs 
Operating Temperature 5°C - 35°C
41°F - 95°F 
Operating Humidity 15% - 75%
No condensation 

* Compatibility with user-encoded contents or user-created discs is on a best-effort basis with no guarantee due to the variation of media, software and techniques used.

**Nominal specification.

High Resolution Pictures:
OPPO BDP-83 Blu-ray Disc Player - Front
OPPO BDP-83 Blu-ray Disc Player - Back
OPPO BDP-83 Blu-ray Disc Player - Left angle
OPPO BDP-83 Blu-ray Disc Player - Right angle
OPPO BDP-83 Blu-ray Disc Player - R-control

 FEEDBACK ----------

04/07/09 Hi Murray,
* I just want to thank you very much for the great efficient service keeping me updated on my OPPO that i had preordered..My Blu-ray free zone modded OPPO BDP-83 arrived beautifully packaged and the mod works great as promised.I am very pleased with it and it is a great player.The picture and audio quality is A+++ and highly recommended.I have purchased quite alot of gear over the years from Murray at Rapalloav and i plan to keep doing so when i need something else.His service is second to none and he is very approachable and trustworthy.
Thanks Murray. 

 * While browsing the AudioEnz forums recently for opinions on blu-ray players, I learned that Oppo were about to release a blu-ray player and that this would be available from a company I had never heard of called RapalloAV. I emailed RapalloAV and from that first contact Murray has been quick to respond to any questions, and has kept me regularly updated on progress when I pre-ordered the Oppo BDP-83. The player has now arrived and I am thrilled with it. I had some idea of what to expect in terms of picture quality with blu-ray, but watching Vertical Limit last night, I was blown away by the improvement in audio quality. DVDs with a DTS soundtrack have always sounded pretty good - nothing like top of the range equipment, but still good quality. I now realise the audio components had never even got out of the starting blocks before!
I haven't tried a DVD in the Oppo yet, but the incredible detail in both picture and audio from blu-ray has immediately convinced me that it has been money very well spent, and my wife agrees with me 100%. I get the impression that not all blu-ray discs are created equal and some will be more impressive than others, but I look forward to many enjoyable hours exploring them.
Great service Murray - thanks.
Tom, Blenheim, 7 Jul 2009

* Hi Murray
Some feedback which you can include on your site if you want - and many thanks for including in the box the ribbon cable from the mod.
"The Oppo BDP-83 is a superb product and exceptionally good value. The player has coped admirably with every sort of media I have tried out - Blu-ray, SD DVD, CD, SACD, DVD-Audio and photo files via USB. Video performance for both Blu-ray and SD DVD is excellent and in some ways better than more costly 'big name' equipment that I have. Audio performance is also very good particularly from quality Blu-ray and DVD soundtracks and SACDs. The region mod works well for both Blu-ray and SD DVD so I now have a true multi region universal player at a very reasonable price given the quality of the player's construction and performance. Set up is a breeze and the manual is well written and comprehensive. I have received excellent, prompt service from Murray at Rapallo and he was very obliging with a special request I had. I thoroughly recommend both the BDP-83 and Rapallo.'
Kind regards
Paul
Auckland 09/07/09
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