I don't think the 500 even has hdmi/dvi outs. I cant' see the point of upgrading to the 500 from a Pan 100. If you're looking for better dvd playback, you'd be better of buying a good quality, (non rec), dvd player. I can't see that the 500 offers sufficent benefits over the 100 for the money. What happens next year when they have a better model with dvb, hdmi etc....?