Pixel Magic Crustalio II Video Scaler
30/03/08 12:59
The new Pixel Magic Crystalio II VPS3100 provides content adaptive, per-pixel processing of all HDTV and SDTV video signals with multi-directional edge adaptive processing, robust inverse 3:2 and 2:2 processing of film-based inputs (inverse telecine), bad edit correction and dual deinterlacer architecture for SDTV material allows choice of VXP by Gennum and DCDi by Faroudja. With distribution in Australia by Vistra Systems, it is great to have another quality option on the market.
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Chord's new HDMI 1.3 Silver Plus Cable
16/12/07 10:10
"The cable has been extensively redesigned to be HDMI v1.3 compliant and to deliver the best picture and sound, especially over longer lengths. These new cables use heavier gauge conductors, silver-plated to optimise skin effect and improve high frequency transmission. Insulation is foamed polyethylene chosen for its performance over longer runs of cable where minimal loss of signal is critical."
Initial customer feedback has been very positive and sales are heading north in big numbers, well done Chord! Prices start at $300 and sky rocket from there as the longer lengths have a built in booster to ensure signal integrity at the other end.
Cambridge Audio 540D DVD Player
16/12/07 10:03
"The Azur 540D V2 is a new ground-up DVD player design from Cambridge Audio which embraces HDMI technology for outstanding picture quality and simplicity while the company’s usual attention to audio reproduction ensures superb sound from music or video sources. The 540D uses a highly evolved DVD chipset and proprietary Phased Lock Loop (PLL) system which produces incredibly low jitter. Indeed the DAC specified and anti-aliasing filter circuits mean the 540D is also a true audiophile CD player while the HDMI output is capable of upscaling to 720p or 1080i. The 540D is a remarkable CD/DVD player at this price point."
The Cambridge Audio's 540D DVD player sells in Australia for $699 and offers superb value for money.