Page 1 of Replacing Pioneer 717 for Pioneer 575?

Thinking of the above change. Have had the 717 for over 5yrs now (was almost 600 quid with the multi-region mod!!!). Have been really pleased with it but times move on and I`m now looking for a newer player with both progressive scan (for use with a projector) and also better DVD-R compatibility.

The 575 seems to fit the bill despite being a quarter of the original 717 price and also includes SACD and DVD-Audio compatibility should I want it. Couple of questions though:-
- Can anyone confirm that the 575 can output both PAL & NTSC Progressive Scan and not just one or the other?
- Anyone offer any experience of it`s DVD-R compatibility? The 717 is OK but does seem a little fussy with these.

Cheers,