What are the best settings for Oppo 105-D as a stereo player.

read the manual, you need to do this yourself,

I sold mine, so I cannot check settings.

what I remember, experienced:

I tried XLR for long run, to use it for Video (dual hdmi cables), and second audio output XLR over to Music system, for music only. weird noises occurred, sent those cables back.

I didn’t see or hear anything superior to my existing blu-ray player in video system while it was there. 

Kick ass audio and video

moved unit into music system, rca cables, firmware, .....

I didn’t hear anything superior to my existing CD player in music system.

tried ’pure’. bypasses video circuits, I heard no difference.

Replacement dongles are available relatively inexpensively. However the specifications are specific. I suggest an email to Oppo support will get you the necessary information.

Also, you must adjust the settings so that the Oppo plays the SACD layer when available on the disks.  Also, should you wish, the Oppo can be used to easily rip the SACD layer.

@elliottbnewcombjr gave you some good advice. The 105 is a very good player. The settings are not complicated. Connect it to a monitor and go through them one by one. It explains the options. Be patient, you will get the best of it. Congratulations on your purchase. They are built to last. 

@spenav + 1

I apologize to all that posted help for my OPPO setup adventures. I was on too any forums and had just moved from one state to another. I decided to use a Rosewill RPLC powerline to network the 105. I purchased an inexpensive 10” color monitor that had a HDMI 2.0 port and a small built-in speaker for setup and menu functions, not to mention that I get a full album picture and complete metadata listed with each disc/album. From Monoprice I purchased a pair of XLR audio cables that sound very good and also the latest Ethernet patch cables. Spenav was correct, with patience and trial-n-error I have great sounds! To melm, I have not tried to rip yet but I will as soon as I get a handle on the setup and a better understanding of the command line procedures. This is indeed a great player and tool for those who are capable and willing. Best Regards to all.