I owned a dvd5000 for about 26 months (purchased new). In that time it was completely rebuilt twice. Luckily the repairs were covered under warranty ($1300.00 & $1700.00). It died for the third time about two months ago. It was no longer under warranty and did not think it was worth the repair cost (estimated at $1500.00). Sold it as is on ebay for $325.00. This model had a lot of problems; saw many non-functioning units for sale on Ebay with the same problem mine had.
Now, as for the picture - incredible for non-progressive! Went to my local dealer and he said that a current cheapo sony unit would have a better picture than then Denon. The sony looked like video tape compared to the denon (even the wife noticed the difference; that's say something). Ended up buying a Denon DVD9000 to replace it. Had reservations about reliability but wanted a great picture and sound.
Now, as for the picture - incredible for non-progressive! Went to my local dealer and he said that a current cheapo sony unit would have a better picture than then Denon. The sony looked like video tape compared to the denon (even the wife noticed the difference; that's say something). Ended up buying a Denon DVD9000 to replace it. Had reservations about reliability but wanted a great picture and sound.