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The New Wave of Color Calibration Technology: Cube Calibration
- Written by By Chris Heinonen and Mark Vignola
- Published on 13 May 2013
One of the Awards given out in 2012 by Secrets of Home Theater and High Fidelity for "Technology on the Rise" was for Cube Calibration. For most people this probably doesn't mean much yet, but for those of us that are calibrators, or enthusiasts with an interest in calibration technology, this was a huge development. One might even say that Cube Calibration is the biggest improvement to consumer display technology since the introduction of the Color Management System (CMS).
Anamorphic Lenses and Projection Screens: Affordable?
- Written by Chris Heinonen
- Published on 25 March 2013
When I finally took the plunge into a projection setup in my home theater, the hardest decision I had to make was what aspect ratio to get for my screen. Everything that came after that, from the screen material to the projector, was dependent on that decision.
Lumagen Radiance XS-3D Video Processor
- Written by Chris Heinonen
- Published on 13 June 2012
Last year I looked at the Lumagen Radiance Mini-3D video processor and its interaction with ChromaPure software for automated calibrations. Paired with an older projector, it was able to provide an accurate grayscale, gamut, and gamma providing an image that was far more accurate than without it. Now, we take a look at the Radiance XS-3D video processor, which is a step up from the Mini-3D.
iRule Home Automation System Review - Controller Application
- Written by Chris Eberle
- Published on 03 December 2012
Ever since I built my first AV system, I have wanted a slick touch-screen remote to control it all. Let's face it; once you have more than just a TV in your media room, you need a way to integrate that pile of remotes into an...
ChromaPure 2.2 Video Calibration System and Lumagen Radiance Mini-3D Video Processor
- Written by Chris Heinonen
- Published on 04 October 2011
If you’ve read the previous DIY calibration articles here at Secrets of Home Theater and High Fidelity, then you’ve seen us cover ChromaPure and CalMAN calibration systems, and the DVDO Duo video processor. This time we’re going to look at the newest release of ChromaPure, version 2.2, as well as the Lumagen Radiance Mini-3D Video Processor, both individually and together.
CalMAN Calibration Software Version 5
- Written by Chris Heinonen
- Published on 11 October 2012
There are a few different programs out there to assist in calibrating a display, but CalMAN from SpectraCal is currently the most prevalent. CalMAN is used for ISF Level I and II training, and is available in a variety of different configurations ranging from the DIY user to the full time calibration professional.
Home Theater WallWizard XM37 Flat Panel HDTV Wall Mounting Bracket
- Written by Piero Gabucci
- Published on 03 May 2011
One of the things I like about CEDIA is discovering something that I hadn’t expected to impress me. Oh sure the dazzling larger than life flat panels, or bright projectors are always omnipresent. The beautiful glossy speakers and sometimes those overstuffed theater chairs are a welcomed relief. But this year walking by the WallWizard booth it was the motorized wall mounts caught my attention. When I was introduced to them I was shown some innovative ideas that seemed to solve issues we’ve all thought about but never seen addressed.
Darbee Darblet DVP5000 Video Processor
- Written by Ofer Laor
- Published on 03 October 2012
Darbee came into our lives after a dry period in the world of video processors. New video processors are coming out all the time, but the excitement behind them is pretty much the focus of videophiles and pro calibrators.
NextGen Copperhead Xtreme HDMI Cables
- Written by Chris Eberle
- Published on 17 February 2011
Ah HDMI. This now commonplace interface has had a storied history of controversy and confusion. Now evolved, it is still far from perfect but at least we A/V enthusiasts are living with it now. The most misunderstood part of the equation has traditionally been the cable. How long can it be and not cause signal deterioration, or even drop the signal altogether? NexGen addresses these questions with their Copperhead Xtreme HDMI Cable.
Samsung-Galaxy-S-III-Smartphone
- Written by John E. Johnson, Jr.
- Published on 01 August 2012
New models of Smartphones seem to be arriving on phone store shelves almost daily, and the Apple iPhone is feeling the snapping at their heels by the latest models from numerous companies. Samsung's Galaxy S-III is definitely strong competition. . . . .
OmniMount LEDP75 Wall Mount Kit for Flat Panel HDTV's
- Written by Jim Milton
- Published on 25 January 2011
While at CEDIA last September, I witnessed a demonstration of the OmniMount LEDP75 wall mount kit and was fascinated with the ease of installation and the uniqueness of the design. From the initial cutting to mounting took the technician about 15 minutes. The fact that they were also giving away a free LCD flat panel from Samsung did not dissuade me from watching the demo either. (No…I did not win).
