Cody Posted June 17, 2008 Posted June 17, 2008 thought i'd ask this here as the PJ section seems to be the place for VP questions - i was looking at a VP30+ABT102 for connecting the following: - Topfield 7100 or 7000 (output res set to passthrough, so 576i/720p/1080i) - Oppo 980h (576i/480i output) - and later on, Foxtel (probably iq2) the VP would then run to my Hitachi 8800 and output at 1024 x 1024. having a look though the DVDO website, it looks like the VP20+ABT102 may actually do all of this, in which case i can save a few $$ on the difference. the only key feature it looks like i may miss out on is the display profiles, which i would probably want so that i could get each source calibrated individually. is this correct and are there any other important differences for the above scenario? cheers,
lonewolf1503560131 Posted June 17, 2008 Posted June 17, 2008 Hello, I have a VP30 +ABT102 for sale but i havent really used the VP20, so i cant really say what the differences are. I believe there were a few users here though that have used the VP30 a lot so they can probably let you know what the differences are if any for your case. I think Norpus seemed quite knowledgeable in that area. I had my VP30 also connected to a Hitachi Projector but my one was the tx-100 series. I do have to say, i am very impressed with the Hitachi projectors. thought i'd ask this here as the PJ section seems to be the place for VP questions - i was looking at a VP30+ABT102 for connecting the following:- Topfield 7100 or 7000 (output res set to passthrough, so 576i/720p/1080i) - Oppo 980h (576i/480i output) - and later on, Foxtel (probably iq2) the VP would then run to my Hitachi 8800 and output at 1024 x 1024. having a look though the DVDO website, it looks like the VP20+ABT102 may actually do all of this, in which case i can save a few $$ on the difference. the only key feature it looks like i may miss out on is the display profiles, which i would probably want so that i could get each source calibrated individually. is this correct and are there any other important differences for the above scenario? cheers,
munners Posted June 17, 2008 Posted June 17, 2008 (edited) thought i'd ask this here as the PJ section seems to be the place for VP questions - i was looking at a VP30+ABT102 for connecting the following:- Topfield 7100 or 7000 (output res set to passthrough, so 576i/720p/1080i) - Oppo 980h (576i/480i output) - and later on, Foxtel (probably iq2) the VP would then run to my Hitachi 8800 and output at 1024 x 1024. having a look though the DVDO website, it looks like the VP20+ABT102 may actually do all of this, in which case i can save a few $$ on the difference. the only key feature it looks like i may miss out on is the display profiles, which i would probably want so that i could get each source calibrated individually. is this correct and are there any other important differences for the above scenario? cheers, Hi D.G , The iScan VP20 offers the same innovative video processing technology as the VP30, while simplifying the input and output choices and control functions. With its all-digital output and predefined resolutions, the VP20 is the perfect hub for home theater setups that use a digital display like Plasma, DLP, LCD, or LCOS. But the vp30 does have an extra hdmi if thats important to you.There is a FAQ thread here if you havnt already read. http://www.anchorbaytech.com/support/faq/vp20.php#faq15 I also have my vp20 up for sale, but have just listed it on ebay good luck. Edited June 17, 2008 by munners
norpus Posted June 17, 2008 Posted June 17, 2008 thought i'd ask this here as the PJ section seems to be the place for VP questions - i was looking at a VP30+ABT102 for connecting the following:- Topfield 7100 or 7000 (output res set to passthrough, so 576i/720p/1080i) - Oppo 980h (576i/480i output) - and later on, Foxtel (probably iq2) the VP would then run to my Hitachi 8800 and output at 1024 x 1024. having a look though the DVDO website, it looks like the VP20+ABT102 may actually do all of this, in which case i can save a few $$ on the difference. the only key feature it looks like i may miss out on is the display profiles, which i would probably want so that i could get each source calibrated individually. is this correct and are there any other important differences for the above scenario? cheers, Whilst I am not so familiar with the VP20, I only use display profiles for when I switch from 1 display to another. If you only have one display as you describe, you won't need that feature Seems like either of the two for sale above may suit your needs and do a great job of improving your Foxtel and other SD sources.
Chui2 Posted June 18, 2008 Posted June 18, 2008 Whilst I am not so familiar with the VP20, I only use display profiles for when I switch from 1 display to another. If you only have one display as you describe, you won't need that featureSeems like either of the two for sale above may suit your needs and do a great job of improving your Foxtel and other SD sources. Profiles can come in handy with one display. My panel, for instance, will not accept native resolution over HDMI. So for a source that will only output HD resolutions over HDMI, I am forced to output to panel at 1080i or 720P via HDMI. For everythng else I can use RGBHV at native, with the good old Harmony switching the panel.
norpus Posted June 18, 2008 Posted June 18, 2008 Profiles can come in handy with one display.My panel, for instance, will not accept native resolution over HDMI. So for a source that will only output HD resolutions over HDMI, I am forced to output to panel at 1080i or 720P via HDMI. For everythng else I can use RGBHV at native, with the good old Harmony switching the panel. Thanks Chui, I stand corrected
Cody Posted June 18, 2008 Author Posted June 18, 2008 thanks for the responses guys i thought display profiles was being able to calibrate each source separately and store the settings - sounds like thats not the case? if the VP20 can do that, then it sounds like it will suit my needs. might download and read the instruction manual... chui, i think i follow your example, but if i understand correctly, it wont be something i require? (based on the scenario in my OP)
Chui2 Posted June 18, 2008 Posted June 18, 2008 thanks for the responses guys i thought display profiles was being able to calibrate each source separately and store the settings - sounds like thats not the case? if the VP20 can do that, then it sounds like it will suit my needs. might download and read the instruction manual... chui, i think i follow your example, but if i understand correctly, it wont be something i require? (based on the scenario in my OP) Yes Display Profiles are for output only. Does your Hitachi accept native resolution via HDMI? (forgive my ignorance ) If so, and the VP20 will output it, no problems. Does the IQ2 output HD over component? In a scenario where your Hitachi does not accept NR over HDMI, and the IQ2 does not output HD over HDMI, you then have to feed the Hitachi 1080i or 720p. Unfortunately it's a case of RTFM with the VPs Clear as mud - sorry
norpus Posted June 20, 2008 Posted June 20, 2008 Yes Display Profiles are for output only.Does your Hitachi accept native resolution via HDMI? (forgive my ignorance ) If so, and the VP20 will output it, no problems. Does the IQ2 output HD over component? In a scenario where your Hitachi does not accept NR over HDMI, and the IQ2 does not output HD over HDMI, you then have to feed the Hitachi 1080i or 720p. Unfortunately it's a case of RTFM with the VPs Clear as mud - sorry Yes, IQ2 outputs HD channels over component in full glory The VP30 can also feed component or RGBHV to a crt (I assume VP20 likely does also). My Sony KVHR is currently fed HD from IQ2 scaled to 720p from the VP50pro. With this crt being non hdcp compliant, the VP50pro will not feed the hdmi input on to a non hdcp compliant display. Luckily the component output of the IQ2 seems just as good PQ as the hdmi.
cummo Posted June 20, 2008 Posted June 20, 2008 thanks for the responses guys i thought display profiles was being able to calibrate each source separately and store the settings - sounds like thats not the case? if the VP20 can do that, then it sounds like it will suit my needs. might download and read the instruction manual... chui, i think i follow your example, but if i understand correctly, it wont be something i require? (based on the scenario in my OP) Each input is calibrated separately and stored in the input settings. The display profiles are there to provide various output settings to allow you to run different resolutions to several displays
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