Pioneer DVR-7000 vs. PVR-9000


I'm hoping someone can give me an accurate answer. What are the differences between the Pioneer DVR-7000 and the PVR-9000? Let me be specific. I am interested in video (universally compatible) mode only. I want to know if the menu appearence on the 7000 is similar to the 9000...meaning the blue screen list of chapters that is constructed by using the remote. I asked a customer service rep. at Pioneer who said that there is no chapter listing with the 7000. Other info. from the web tells me the machines are identical except for the physical color of the cabinet and the video input connectors. Anyone know the truth?

Also, the 9000 has some kind of some kind of software fix listed on the Pioneer website. Should I stay away from this machine?

Are there other desk-top machines with high picture quailty and menu authoring/construction that I can use in a professional environment?

Thanks in advance fro all responses,
Regards,
Rich