Pioneer BDP-51FD
Profile 1.1
faster than the BD30...
15-second boot time
22-second disc load time
1-second off time
Decodes & bitstreams all codecs
confirmed source direct mode for use with video processors!!
MSRP: $599!
Profile 2.0 would be nice, but the more I read about it the more it looks like it will target PS3 gamers as opposed to HD DVD's online features which often included downloadable interactive extra features.
Panasonic lost a sale with their insane MSRP price here.
Pioneer introduces Elite BDP-05FD / BDP-51FD Blu-ray players - Engadget
Also, the color looks like it will aesthetically match the DTC-9.8 nicely, with the exception of the gloss finish I don't like... But I can live with that.