Well last night nothing changed but when I first started it up, the image was all green. Then I flipped between the DVD player and the O!Play and it cleared right up. The sound wasn't affected at all. This could have been a projector burp.

I put a higher quality HDMI cable in there, that may have solved the handshaking problem.

Tell me more about electrostatic discharge. The unit is in a rack by itself and very well ventilated. Where might this be coming from?

Once the 975 settles down it is excellent! I really like it!!