Update the firmware on the player for #2. The only thing I can think of for #1 is that it's either a 1.1 cable, or it's bad. I was trying to read and see whether or not earlier HDMI cables that weren't tested with HDCP would work or not, and while I can't find anything that says they won't, that may be something to try- maybe borrow a different HDMI cable. I have to admit I'm guessing here and could very well be wrong.
How do you have your setup hooked up? Do you have a receiver? If so, what model?
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