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These units, while high quality require a firmware update to address compatability with certain blu rays. I don't think the unit I just got ever had its firmware updated as it was still on version 1.02. On firmware 1.02 the unit sucked.... probably why it was in such great condition....after updating to the most recent firmware(go to pioneers website for info, its very simple) it's been a very good unit that has not had any problems with any media thrown at it. Overall I'm pleased with the build quality and image quality, load times are a bit slow but that's to be expected on a Player of this age, I think its a decent trade as it compliments my Pioneer PDP 5080HD pretty well. Also it should be noted that this unit is known as a very good CD player due to the DAC's pioneer put into it and the 7.1 analog outputs.Read full review
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Open this player up if you're in for a good laugh. Inferior build, it's a PC Blu Ray unit they hooked up to a couple of circuits. It's build like a cheap segment player. Totally not worth the full price back then . You see these players for 200usd on eBay. You can get lots better for that. Puny power supply and mediocre build, all hype nothing to show for it. See photo for a gut shot.
Verified purchase: Yes
Sounds good looks good and has a multi channel 5.1 hookup. Not many blue rays gives u this option. I love it and would recommend any one to buy it if u c it for a good price.
Verified purchase: Yes | Condition: Pre-owned
After updating to the most current firmwareon the blue ray player, I have not experienced any problems in playing blue ray disc or dvd's. The unit seems to take close to a minute to load up, but other than that, I am extremely happy with the unit. I've had the units for a couple of months and have experienced no problems. I also have the Pioneer SC 07 receiver and Polk speakers which I am also happy with. I spent several years researching before making my purchase. I think the quality is very good and well worth the money.
Important: Notice of Free Update for Pioneer BDP-51FD and BDP-05FD Blu-ray Disc Players Dear Valued Customer, We would like to make you aware of a free service update to correct a playability issue affecting only a small number of Pioneer® BDP-51FD and BDP-05FD Blu-ray Disc® Players. Please check to see whether the serial number of your Pioneer BDP-51FD or BDP-05FD Blu-ray Disc Player falls within the affected range. If it does not, no further action is required. If it does, we ask that you please determine whether you need to obtain the free service update using the information provided below. AFFECTED SERIAL NUMBERS: 1. For the Pioneer BDP-05FD, players with any of the following eleven serial numbers need to obtain the free service update: HIEA010580CC HIEA011916CC HIEA010883CC HIEA013239CC HIEA010970CC HIEA014915CC HIEA011018CC HIEA014952CC HIEA011084CC HJEA015613CC HIEA011897CC 2. For the Pioneer BDP-51FD, players with serial numbers falling within the following two ranges may need to obtain the free service update: HIEA014000CC - HJEA022600CC HHMP000001CC - HIMP005000CC If the player's serial numbers falls within one of the above ranges, you will need to determine whether the player has a small black dot on the back panel of the player at the center of the air outlet. If the player DOES HAVE the small black dot, it does NOT need the free service update because the update has already been installed. If the player DOES NOT HAVE the small black dot, you need to contact Pioneer Customer Service (Warranty Service Department) and provide the player's serial number, so that Pioneer can inform you whether the update has already been installed. If you are unsure about how to proceed, please contact Pioneer Customer Service (Warranty Service Department) for further direction. PURPOSE OF THE FREE SERVICE UPDATE: The purpose of the free service update is to address a playability issue which causes only the affected players described above to be unable to play certain pre-recorded Blu-ray Disc titles due to a problem with the player (not with the Blu-ray Discs). When experiencing this playability issue, the affected players will either be unable to play the affected Blu-ray Disc title and instead display on the television screen a warning message as folows: "Warning. Your Blu-ray Player requires an update in order to play this disc. Please visit your Blu-ray Player manufacturer's website and follow their instructions to update your Blu-ray Player.", or display on the television screen a message advising you to update your player, and then attempt to play the affected Blu-ray Disc title but the picture will be severely distorted. HOW TO OBTAIN THE FREE SERVICE UPDATE: To obtain the free service update for an affected player or if you are unsure whether your player requires the free service update, please contact Pioneer Customer Service (Warranty Service Department) toll free at 800-PIONEER (800-746-6337). Pioneer service representatives are available Monday through Friday from 10:00 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. (Eastern Time), except on holidays. Unfortunately, the service update cannot be downloaded via the Internet or performed using a disc. Rather, affected players must be sent to Pioneer so that we can directly perform the service update. We apologize for any inconvenience caused by this playability issue, and we thank you for choosing Pioneer's products. Sincerely, Pioneer Electronics (USA)Read full review
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