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  1. I'm going to say yes, Pioneer BDP-170 is confirmed.
  2. So now we have confirmed: Working with original script: Oppo BDP-103 Oppo BDP-105 Cambridge Audio Azur 752BD Arcam CDS27 Working with Pioneer 160 script: Pioneer BDP-160 Pioneer BDP-170 Pioneer Elite BDP-80FD
  3. I am about 20 discs in on the BDP-80FD, and have had only one hybrid disc not immediately recognized as SACD. This was a disc I obtained used and had a few light scratches. Opened the tray, closed it (one time) and the disc was recognized properly.
  4. So I wasn't the only one... Keep in mind that you may have to re-edit the script back to "sda1" later on (as I had to with my BDP-80FD). Not sure why this is, perhaps the machine changes the name of that directory/location at some point. Mine worked initially after editing the Autoscript, stopped working sometime after, perhaps after I powered down the player after ripping the first few discs (not sure), worked again after changing the "sda" back to the original "sda1". Now all is fine with the original Pioneer 160 Autoscript running.
  5. The Oppo is indeed worth the premium, in both functionality and build quality. I couldn't justify the extra cost in my case (just for SACD ripping), but if I needed a replacement for my other universal player, the 103 would be my first choice.
  6. Definitely agree with the fixed IP for the player. I had a power outage yesterday, and the player reset it's IP. Changed it manually back to it's original setting, then turned off automatic IP. (I'm not using iso2dsd...just running sacd.cmd).
  7. Currently the lowest priced compatible machine available new in the US is the Pioneer Elite BDP-80FD. Zero problems with mine (an Amazon "like new open-box" buy), but I'd suggest you get it from a retailer with a decent return policy (Amazon, Best Buy, etc), that way if you do get a bad one, it's easy to return/exchange (it also has the Elite 2 year manufacturer warranty as well). The resulting SACD rip, whether from a Pioneer, an Oppo, or an old PS3 should be exactly the same.
  8. The Pioneer Elite BDP-80FD carries a 2 year parts/labor warranty (because it's part of the Elite line). http://www.pioneerelectronics.com/pio/pe/images/portal/cit_3424/29529538HEelite.pdf The 160/170 might be only 1 year.
  9. Basically if you just want to rip your SACD collection on the cheap, (though nothing special) the Pioneers are your best bet. If you also want a top notch Bluray/Universal player (which unlike the Pioneer also plays DVD-A) I'd go with the Oppo. I already have a decent SACD/DVD-A machine and a Bluray player (which doesn't really get used much), so the Pioneer BDP-80FD was a good choice for me, and the 2 year warranty will cover any issues. The video performance is actually quite decent on the Pioneer as well...but the Oppo is a lot more machine for a bit more $$$.
  10. Basically I just had to modify one line in the Autoscript so sacd.cmd would run.....now that mod is no longer necessary for my machine, for some reason. Now all is working as intended. Sure beats looking for overpriced old PS3's with the right firmware (and unknown remaining lifespan).
  11. Bizarrely, my BDP-80FD now works with the original Pioneer 160 script. Not sure why it didn't (and I needed the script mod) initially. Maybe something to do with the how the machine handles the USB ports?
  12. Just wondering, did you use the Pioneer 160 Autoscript package as-is (unmodified)? If so it's strange that mine had to be altered slightly. I had no problem with telnet (PC, using Putty, which is how I found the script issue with my machine in the first place).
  13. My BDP-80FD was manufactured February 2016. No issues with Hybrid SACD's. Firmware version 1.01. Rips SACD's perfectly after modifying the Pioneer 160 Autoscript file (see earlier post). Not sure why mine is different than the others, maybe some kind of manufacturing change? I will say Pioneer has had a few QC issues lately...I went around and around with them on a problem with a car stereo head unit that turned out to be a design flaw (apparently all of 'em had the issue). Before that I never had a problem with them. At least in this case of these Bluray players it looks like there are machines that do work properly, so the issue can be solved (either with a repair or a replacement under warranty). As was suggested, it could be as simple as misalignment of the laser (in manufacturing or due to shipping). I'm also a bit suspicious of the BDP-80FD's all-cardboard (no foam) packaging, though mine (purchased as an open-box return) survived the USPS OK.
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