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Oppo-Integra handshake problem

My Oppo 981 has no problem playing multi-ch SACD or DVD-A discs thru my Integra 8.8 AVR. . .as long as my Mitsubishi DLP RPTV is turned on. If the tv is off, the Integra's display shows "no signal" and no music is heard. All 3 components are connected using HDMI 1.3a cables. Needless to say, I'd rather not have to power up the 73" TV just to listen to music.

Anyone else had this problem? If so, what's the fix?

Oppo says it's a firmware problem with the Integra; Integra is impossible to reach via email. Very poor customer service.

Thanks to anyone who can provide some input or suggestions.
kenl

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kenl OP
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Dlcockrum - Thanks for the suggestion. Just tried that and the Oppo plays fine. When I reconnect the HDMI cable, the Integra loses signal lock, so the problem lies in this connection.

Now. . .can we figure out a work-around, since I need this connection in order to watch satellite & dvd's?

Thanks again.

Ken
kenl OP
131 posts
 
I seem to have found a solution to my problem. Fortunately the Integra has 2 HDMI outputs. By using the secondary HDMI output to the TV, it allows the Integra to recognize the Oppo signal without the TV being on. Don't know why, but as long as it works, I'm happy.

Thanks to all who responded.
kenl OP
131 posts
 
Thanks everyone!

Horseface - I bought the Oppo from a friend. It was only a month old, and he bought it late 2008, so I'm assuming it's got the latest upgrades. I'll check to be sure though. Thanks.
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