I'm happy with a HDX-1000 based solution for my video bits. Given that it can play DVD ISO images (upsampling over hdmi) directly off its internal hard drive, or off a network share, it removes the need to spin shiny discs in the viewing area. Latest firmware has DTS stereo downmix, using the transporter as a DAC, just because, so the 12" Celestions in the Ditton 66's work fine, removing the need for a subwoofer, or can use via (Balanced) headphones so as not to annoy the neighbors in the next apartment. Also handles mkv files for higher resolution stuff. I'm happy.
Video review: http://videos.cnet.co.uk/39041832.htm