It seems that it very much depends on whether or not you own any or plan on renting BluRay movies again.

Have you updated the software of your BluRay player? Many have the ability to download updates from the manufacturer's website.

Every time we try to do the software update on the BluRay, it times out or doesn't complete or some other glitch. So, no it hasn't been updated, but only because that function also does not seem to work correctly.

And yes, we want to watch our own dvd's and rent others. But like I said, that function seems to work tolerably well.

The firmware can usually be updated via an internet connection, a CD-R, or a USB thumb drive.

I have found from testing prototypes, the most reliable firmware upgrades are usually from a USB drive first, CD-R next, and the internet last.

Try going to the mfgs website and downloading the update file (for the appropriate media) and instructions. A two year old BluRay player without a single firmware update is bound to have it's share of problems. Quite a few brand new players need to updated right out of the box.

Thanks. Jim has his chore for the long weekend. Will report back and see how well it works.

It looks like the USB drive worked perfectly. Thanks VERY much for the help.