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Oppo 980H setup and use
Peter_s: I wish someone would manufacture a small, cheap, LCD monitor that could be used just for this purpose!I use a 5" LCD derived from the automobile A/V lines. Cost me $60.Kal 
Oppo 980H setup and use
It comes set up for 2 channel output/downmix and other defaults that will require you to use a monitor to reset them. You will not need it after that. However, since the unit is so light and small, you can carry it to your current TV, connect it, ... 
Phase switch on pre amp use?
I don't know what "'noided" means but this is no big deal to anyone (except perhaps Clark Johnson). It reversed the polarity of both channels and, in most cases, is inaudible. In some cases, there may be a change which you might find better or wor... 
In-line xover question
I have no experience with the Harrisons. For such simple circuits, I would build it myself. A decent purpose-designed crossover would always be more effective.Kal 
In-line xover question
Harrison Labs:http://www.hlabs.com/products/crossover/ 
In-line xover question
All crossovers are "in line" with the signals. Can you tell us more about what the context is and what you are trying to achieve?Kal 
a Power vs Volume Question
Not necessarily. Depends on the senstivity/gain of the amp. All the rating tells you is what it will put out IF you drive it enough. 
Blue Ray & HD DVD discs
No. They will not play in a standard DVD player.Kal 
Do flexible speaker cables exist?
Kubala-Sosna 
HDMI what to buy?
Monoprice 
New Oppo DV-980H
For sound, the 980H. For picture, wait for the upcoming 983H.Kal 
New Oppo DV-980H
It has been reported by others and reported to Oppo. In my experience, it accompanies physical operations but I have not ever heard it while the program is playing.Kal 
Modify Oppo 980 or add External DAC?
I guess it depends on what the mods are and which DAC you compare them to. How can one make a generalization about this?Kal 
Is there such a thing as audiophile parametric eq?
Z-systems RDP-1 and similar models.Kal 
Infinity 2000A??
FWIW, the midrange is a Philips.Kal