Yes, you can use them simultaneously. I use HDMI for video only and analog out for audio.I have a question about my Oppo BDP-95: I’m using the analog outputs for 5.1 playback. I was using the component video output to a 7” monitor, but just upgraded to a 10” monitor w HDMI. Is it possible to use the Oppo HDMI port for video only (so my display can be higher res) and still use the analog ports for audio?
If you want to ensure that SACD is not converted to PCM by the player make sure to set SACD to output as DSD, not automatic or else the HDMI connection will cause the player to convert to PCM. Yes it does make a (huge IMHO) sonic difference, I discovered this by accident.