My 970 has the same problem and I don't expect any firmware fix by Outlaw. My solution is to program my programmable remote control automatically reset the 970 power during power on sequence.
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Outlaw 970/7075/LFM-2
Klipsch RF-52, RC-52, SS.5
Velodyne VRP-1000
Oppo 981
Samsung 40"LCD