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Last chance to upgrade to HDfury3!
August
30, 2010
Our
HDfury3 trade-in program is
coming to an end. Now's the last chance to trade in
your old HDfury and save!
The HDfury3 is the newest and most compatible
HDfury. It includes new features like two HDMI inputs
that are 100% HDMI 1.3 compliant, automatic/manual
input switching, 5.1 Dolby/DTS sound, customizable
features, and the best support for source devices.
Any older HDfury is eligible for trade-in,
working or not. Doesn't matter where you got it
either - no original receipt is required!
An HDfury2 earns you a $99 credit towards a new HDfury3 while HDfury1
and HDfury Gamer Edition users are eligible for a $49 credit. With our recent
HDfury3
price drops, this means you can now save up to
$159 on the cost of a new HDfury3 as compared to
just 2 weeks ago!
Our
HDfury3 trade-in program
also ensures that you're never without a working unit as we send you the new
HDfury3 first - as fast as 1-2 days (overnight
FedEx) in the US!
Trade-ins must be postmarked no later than
September 30, 2010 to be eligible.
For complete details and instructions see the
HDfury3
trade-in program thread in our forum.
Reviews/Testimonials
"Between the HDfury3 and HDfury2, the
HDfury3 is MUCH better in every category and as
a result the HDfury3 has a better image." -
Craig Rounds, official HDfury3 tester, professional
calibrator (www.cir-engineering.com)
"Mine was delivered this morning pretty much
as advertised. I was essentially looking for a
"seamless" transition in performance from my HDfury2
and that is what I got. So far, so good. The
inclusion of the little screwdriver to adjust any of
the tiny dip switches was a nice touch. " - Ron
W (Canada)
"Just finished installing and I'm quite
impressed. I have an older Dwin CRT projector
that must be forced negative sync. I was having to
use a BUF2000 for that purpose and now I am able
eliminate that device due to the HDFury3's set up
options. I am outputting RGB and my picture was
shifted slightly right but with two or three pushes
of the shift button it shifted right into place. I'm
using this with the DVDO Edge and the combination
is truly stunning. I'm outputting at 720p. What
is truly remarkable are the blacks. I've always
thought my blacks were pretty darn good and that my
greyscale was set up right but I cannot believe
how much better they look now. With the trade in
deal I know I made the right decision to upgrade and
I'm extremely happy with my new toy." - Tim
"It works fine and I am happy with the
performance. This is the best HDfury so far…You
were right… I would never hesitate to be the
first one to buy any of your future products." -
Michel
"The HDfury3 landed on Saturday morning!
Worked like a charm from the word go, no issues
whatsoever. PS3 on one end and a 1080i Sony 53"
projection TV at the other. HDfury3 connected to PS3
with a HDMI 1.3 cable. Wonderful picture quality,
a delight to watch." - Dep
"Received my HDfury 3 in the UK today. Using
latest Amstrad (250GB) Sky HD box. Output set to
1080i. TV is Panasonic plasma TH-37PE50B using
component input. HDfury 3 works straight out of the
box. I set it up in about 5 minutes. You
wouldn't even know it was there if it was not for
the nice blue LED! Brightness and colour exactly the
same as "normal" TV no adjustments needed. No
switching lag at all when changing Sky channels.
Audio 3.5 mm to twin phono socket on TV from HDFury3
used. Works fine. I can now watch programmes in HD!
Overall it performs just like I hoped that it
would. Thanks guys you have saved me lots of money
on a new TV." - Foghorn (UK)
"Awesome! I'm impressed with the quick
delivery and the build quality of the HDfury3 and
worked straight of the box. My Sony EH36 now
gets a 1080i/50 input signal. Fantastic! Saves me
thousands $$$ on updating to a new TV with HDMI
inputs. The color and clarity are more noticeable
than my LCD HD ready TV at 720p. Once again
thank you and are certainly recommending this to my
friends." - Mobile Guy (New Zealand)
Questions?
Email us at
hometheaterexperts@curtpalme.com!
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HDfury3 price drops!
August
17, 2010
Effective immediately we've dropped the price on
the popular
HDfury3
as follows:
HDfury3 Basic Kit: Now $249 –
SAVE $50!
HDfury3 Advanced Kit: Now $299 –
SAVE $60!
Save even more with our new lower
HDfury3 bulk
pricing!
Only kits sold directly through CurtPalme.com
include free same day shipping and everything you
need to get hooked up from start to end including
cables, power supplies, and complete before & after
sales support by A/V experts. We even pay for
overnight return shipping from anywhere in the world
if your unit needs to be replaced under warranty!
MORE ADVANTAGES OF BUYING DIRECT »
Why do I need HDfury3?
Got an older TV without HDMI? No problem! The
HDfury3 upgrades any TV
or projector by adding HDMI to any HD
capable display. Don't be stuck watching Blu-ray, DVD,
satellite/cable at only 480p. Add an
HDfury3 and
watch hi-def at up to FULL HD 1080p resolution!
The
HDfury3
is the world's most powerful HDCP
deciphering converter ever built. It introduces new
features such as two HDMI 1.3 inputs with Deep
Color (tm) support, auto or manual switching,
Dolby/DTS 5.1 sound, perfect image centering in both
component and RGB modes, and user customizable
options via DIP switches!
For complete details on what's new and how the
new
HDfury3 compares to previous models, see the
comparison table on our
HDfury3 order page.
Additional details can also be found in the
HDfury3 manual:
Can I trade in my old HDfury?
Yes!
Check out our
HDfury3 trade-in program. Anyone with an earlier version
HDfury (working or not) can trade up and save!
Questions?
Email us at
hometheaterexperts@curtpalme.com!
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Radiance $500 trade-in program or FREE HDMI
extender
July 27, 2010
CurtPalme.com is proud to offer an exclusive
Radiance Video Processor upgrade program or a free
gift for a limited time!
Trade in a working video processor of any brand
and model (no matter how old) and you'll save an
extra $500 towards a new Lumagen Radiance
over and above our already discounted CurtPalme.com
prices! If your old video processor is also Lumagen,
we don't even care if it's in working condition -
we'll still give you $500 towards a new Radiance!
Our Radiance price are already discounted as much
as $1500 so the extra $500 means that a Radiance XS
can now be had for only $1975! If you've been
thinking about upgrading that old line doubler or
scaler to a high end 1080p video processor with
greyscale/colour/gamma tools, upcoming 3D support,
and beyond ... now's the time. Pull that old line
doubler out of the closet that you can't even sell
for $50 - it's now worth $500 towards a Radiance!
Don't have a trade-in? For US/Canada customers we
will include a FREE
Lumagen HDMI extender
instead (valued at
$295 MSRP) which will let you extend your HDMI by up
to 100 feet (30 meters). Want a CAT6 solution
instead to go even further? We'll give you the high
end
Lumagen HDMI-to-CAT6 extender ($595 MSRP) for
only $200!
For complete details see our
Radiance order page. These units ship to anywhere in the world direct from the
manufacturer using the shipping method of your
choice. This offer is only available for a limited
time.
Questions? Email us at:
lumagen@curtpalme.com
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ChromaPure v1.3.1 now available for download
July 21, 2010
ChromaPure v1.3.1 is now available for
immediate
download for existing customers. This release offers a few bug fixes identified in
1.3.
Customers still using 1.2.1 who want to upgrade should
email user
support for an updated license file (it's free).
What's new in 1.3.1?
- The meter mode drop-down incorrectly displayed
Generic LCD as the default choice when CRT was the
actual default. This has been fixed.
- The DTP-94 meter used fL when cd/m2 was selected as
the default luminance.
- The Pre and Post-Calibration
Greyscale modules
displayed greyed-out selections until activated by
auto-advance. This prevented the user from selecting
any desired level until all readings had been taken.
The greyscale levels are no longer initially greyed
out.
ChromaPure is new, very easy to use, home theater
video calibration software that is garnering a lot
of industry attention. We're proud to offer it
to our readers at special
CurtPalme.com discounted
prices!
Confused about meters? See our
FAQ: Which meter
is right for me?
Questions? Email us at:
chromapure@curtpalme.com
More Information »
New VIM-FULLHD v3 HDMI card for Marquee projectors
July 21, 2010
Moome's just announced that he's now shipping the new version 3 of his
popular VIM-FULLHD HDMI input card for Electrohome
Marquee projectors and clones (Madrigal, Vidikron,
etc).
What's new in Version 3? The new version 3 board adds the following new
features:
Marquee switcher support: You can now use
the card in a Marquee switch box instead of directly
in the projector. Older cards did not work in
Marquee switchers. (Refer to the
v3 manual for the special DIP switch settings).
DTS-HD / Dolby True HD lossless audio support:
Allows you to use an HDMI receiver or pre-amp
between your Blu-ray player and projector to decode
lossless audio. Previously this did not work
correctly. The EDID has now been updated so this
will work.
Cleaner video power: A large coil filter
has been added to clean up the video power, further
reducing image noise on screen.
Manual selection of input color mode: The
previous card auto-detected the colour space. While
this typically works correctly, some users like to
be able to force the colour space mode. This is now
possible using 4 new buttons on the remote:
Button 4: Auto Detect Input Colour Space
Button 5: Set Input Color Space at YCbCr 422
Button 6: Set Input Color Space at YCbCr 444
Button 7: Set Input Color Space at RGB 444
Remote control beep confirmation: In the
past it was difficult to know if the card is
receiving the signals when you press buttons on the
remote. The card now 'beeps' every time you press a
button to give you positive feedback.
Questions? Email us at:
moome@curtpalme.com
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Moome's EXT-FULLHD v2 converter now only $240
USD!
July 15, 2010
Moome has temporarily dropped the price on his
EXT-FULLHD v2 HDMI to RGB
converter to help liquidate old stock. What
used to be $335 not that long ago is now down to
only $240 USD!
This price is only good for the remaining 15
units that are left from the current batch. After
that the price goes up.
This newest version of the EXT-FULLHD includes 2
HDMI 1.3 inputs and many improvements over the
original design:
- Gamma:
Improved Gamma for a more linear greyscale
- Sharpness:
Sharper image than previous versions
- Picture
purity: Cleaner/Less noise
- Range expansion:
Now supports 0-255 RGB
level support for higher dynamic range (in addition
to 16-235)
- Stability:
ESD enhanced to prevent electrostatic discharge
- Horizontal shift:
50 preset memories
(the original EXT-FULLHD only had 1 memory)
Reviews/Testimonials:
"[The EXT-FULLHD v2] came this afternoon. A few minutes hooking it up,
another few minutes with the manual adjusting the picture centering and black
boost, and I'm golden. The picture is gorgeous, and looks crisper than that
from my EXT-HD. Man, this thing is WAY smaller than the EXT-HD. Thanks,
Moome! And thanks to those that worked with you to improve your design." -
Rolls-Royce Questions? Email us at:
moome@curtpalme.com
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DVDO iScan Duo video processor complete
calibration packages
June 29, 2010
 We've worked out an
exclusive deal for our members to bring you these packages at
prices lower than anywhere else on the internet! Buy direct
from our ChromaPure partner at prices lower than buying off their own website! Same product,
same support, just more money in your pocket at the end of the day.
The
DVDO iScan Duo video processor is a
revolutionary product, a true game changer. It is a
full-featured video processor designed from the
ground up as an user-friendly addition to a quality
home theater installation.
What makes the Duo truly special is the
comprehensive set of video calibration controls
including:
- Comprehensive set of video test patterns
- 11-point greyscale adjustment
- 11-point gamma adjustment
- Full 3D color management, offering
adjustments to the brightness, hue, and saturation of all of the primary and
secondary colors
These controls allow a user or calibrator to dial in an image to near
perfection. Before the Duo, there simply was no product on the market that
offered this mix of powerful video processing, user-friendliness, and a full set
of calibration tools at anywhere near the price of the Duo.
We now offer a total calibration solution that includes everything you
need to completely calibrate your display:
This specially-priced bundle is available at a CurtPalme.com discounted
price for less than the MSRP of the Duo alone! If you wish to purchase a different meter,
we offer an automatic $200 credit
towards any meter that ChromaPure
supports. For complete pricing information visit our new
DVDO iScan Duo page.
Already have a meter and calibration software?
Contact us for pricing on the
standalone DVDO iScan Duo.
Anyone purchasing ChromaPure now will automatically be entitled to a free upgrade
to ChromaPure v2, which will offer tight integration
with the Duo and other enhanced colour management features. Using ChromaPure
today with the Duo is easily done with the provided remote control. With ChromaPure
v2 the Duo will
automatically provide the test pattern that is needed for the function you use
in ChromaPure without any additional user intervention. Even easier! Purchase
now and get a free upgrade when
ChromaPure v2 is
ready!
Confused about meters? See our
FAQ: Which meter
is right for me?
Questions? Email us at:
chromapure@curtpalme.com
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ChromaPure calibration software and new PRO meters!
June 25, 2010
We've worked out an
exclusive deal for our members to bring you ChromaPure calibration software &
meter packages at
prices lower than anywhere else on the internet! Buy direct
from our ChromaPure partner at prices lower than buying off their own website! Same product,
same support, just more money in your pocket at the end of the day.
Confused about meters? See our
FAQ: Which meter
is right for me?
ChromaPure is new, very easy to use, home theater
video calibration software that is garnering a lot
of industry attention. We're proud to now offer it
to our readers at special
CurtPalme.com discounted
prices!
ChromaPure was designed by experienced
professional calibrator Tom Huffman whom we've known
for many years now. Our very own free
Greyscale & Colour Calibration for Dummies guide
was originally designed around Tom's easy to follow workflow
process so anyone familiar with our guide should
feel right at home using ChromaPure.
ChromaPure offers an inexpensive way to adjust
your high-quality television or home theater display
to achieve the high performance that it is capable
of. All you need is a computer and the willingness
to learn a little about what is necessary for
achieving excellent video performance that meets industry
standards. The software is available for instant
download and bundles with popular colour analyzers are
available with shipping at a modest $10 USD flat rate
($40 international).
It doesn't matter if you're new to calibration or
a seasoned professional, ChromaPure provides all the
features you need at one low price!
Introducing the new Display 2 PRO, DTP-94 PRO, and Chroma 5 PRO!
It's a known fact that colorimeters can give erroneous results when measuring various display types,
including LCDs. The errors aren't huge, but most people don't go to the trouble
of calibrating their displays just to get them "close enough". So we're
introducing special "PRO" versions of the popular Display 2, DTP-94, and Chroma 5
colorimeters.
These PRO units are all individually hand tested and calibrated against a reference 5nm
spectroradiometer on multiple display types. Offset tables are then created
for use in ChromaPure to ensure that you get as accurate results as possible.
This also compensates for any drift that may have occurred over time,
essentially recalibrating your meter to better than new!
We always recommend recalibration instead of buying a new meter, not only
because it costs less, but because it also keeps more stuff out of landfills!
For complete details see:
These meters are available for
purchase and we can also recalibrate existing
meters* to this same level of enhanced accuracy. We
even pay for return shipping!
*Not all Chroma 5's may be
upgraded/recalibrated. See our
Chroma 5 page
for details.
New Colour
Science Articles We've also introducing a series of Colour Science
articles. There are quite a few but the following
two are definite must-reads for anyone looking at
purchasing a meter or doing their own calibration:
For the complete list of articles, see
here. Note
that some of these articles are quite technical! The
good news is that you don't need to understand the
intricacies of the science behind calibration to
perform an actual calibration!
Reviews/Testimonials
"ChromaPure is an excellent calibration program that is well worth the very
reasonable purchase price. The software is easy to use, well thought out
and is very stable. The CMS support is a
standout feature that is not available in competing products and by itself is
worth the price of the software. After using the
program, I’ve decided to use ChromaPure for all of my display calibration needs." - Mark Petersen of
VideoVantage.com
"... very easy to
get going and get fantastic results in a single evening, with no steep learning
curve. I really loved using ChromaPure. It was simple, powerful, and fast. If I was starting with nothing, and wanted to
calibrate my own displays, I would purchase the i1 Display 2 with ChromaPure
package, as it's an easy way to get started and get great results if your
display gives you access to a full CMS." - Chris Heinonen and Mark Vignola
of HomeTheaterHiFi.com "For the home user like me, I don't want to spend hours trying
to sort through the interface. I want to spend that
time on the actual calibration. If its software you
use only a few times a year, I think it is important
that it be very intuitive and user-friendly... and I
guess that is the main reason I like the looks of
Tom's solution. ... I think most home users will find ChromaPure's
easy-to-navigate interface a real advantage." - Stash64
"I have just received my copy of ChromaPure and it simply can do
everything I want or need to easily and completely do an accurate run. My
opinion is from beginner to long time pro, ChromaPure is now at the top of my
list for calibration software whether it is expensive or free." - JimmyR
"Chromapure is professional grade calibration software that is easier for the
novice (me) to use than HCFR. Its lay out is terrific. Being able to view
gamma response in real time is brilliant. The bottom line is I'm very happy with
the purchase. All I can say is WELL DONE TOM!" - Geof "I am fairly novice at calibration, but the layout of the software and the
implementation of each step really make it easy to use as well as informative."
- Kadeeu
"ChromaPure is so easy to use and has a simple learning curve. Many years
with HCFR have educated me to the ins and outs of video calibration and Tom's
guide is a real help. The ChromaPure help is also very good. In my opinion
ChromaPure is well worth the investment." - catmother "I must say
that this software rocks and is very easy to use. I was able to calibrate
my RS20 to perfection. I have the EyeOne Pro/Display
2 combo. The videos on the website are very good to
start you and Tom is very helpful and fast to answer
questions. I have no problem recommending it." - B. Gosselin
"ChromaPure is designed with the home user in mind and I
believe does a better job of stepping the beginner through the whole process and
in the correct order." - Sean
"ChromaPure is a DELIGHT to use! ... even my first attempt
has produced a more striking pic, more depth, and rich natural colors." - Millerwill
"I bought the Chroma 5 Pro from Tom and am extremely happy with the
results. IMHO having customized built in offsets particular to your
individual meter to improve accuracy is a no brainer. And the way that Tom
integrates the offsets into the license file available in a drop down when you
initialize the meter makes usage easy as pie... :)" - Bob Sorel
Links
Official ChromaPure calibration software forum thread
ChromaPure Discussion/Support Forum Confused about meters? See our
FAQ: Which meter
is right for me?
Questions? Email us at:
chromapure@curtpalme.com
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HDfury3 volume
discounts now available!
June 22, 2010
Save
up to $3500 USD or more on HDfury3 bulk orders! Only available at
CurtPalme.com!
No HDMI? No problem! The
HDfury3 upgrades any TV
or projector by adding HDMI to any HD
capable display. Don't be stuck watching Blu-ray, DVD,
satellite/cable at only 480p. Add an
HDfury3 and
watch hi-def at up to FULL HD 1080p resolution!
HDfury3 is the world's most powerful HDCP
deciphering converter ever built! Introducing new
features such as two HDMI 1.3 inputs with Deep
Colour support and auto or manual switching,
Dolby/DTS 5.1 sound, perfect image centering in both
component and RGB modes, and user customizable
options via DIP switches!
Main features:
-
2x
HDMI 1.3 input with Deep Colour support (Manual
or Auto switch mode available, user selectable)
- Selectable
component or video output
-
Sound
output in both Analog and Digital Optical (5.1
Dolby/DTS) through an innovative 3.5mm combo
jack
-
4x EDID banks
(2 per channel)
-
Built-in user
selectable output resolution limit settings
-
Customisation
settings available through DIP switches
- Perfectly and
automatically centered image in all standard
NTSC/PAL component modes
-
Manually adjust
horizontal screen position in all NTSC/PAL RGBHV
modes
-
Performs Colour
Depth Upscaling in all modes (ON/OFF user
selectable)
-
Sync Polarity
Inverter included
- Automatic SD/HD
color-space selection
- Accept third
party accessories on its output
- Software
upgradeable
- And last but
not least: Snazzy new white case with blue
glowing logo
For complete details on what's new and how the
new
HDfury3 compares to previous models, see the
comparison table on our
HDfury3 order page.
Interested in trading in an older HDfury
Check out our
HDfury3 trade-in program. Anyone with an earlier version
HDfury (working or not) can trade up and save!
Questions?
Email us at
hometheaterexperts@curtpalme.com!
More Information »
Radiance sale back
on!
June 14, 2010
CurtPalme.com has worked out an
exclusive deal for our readers to bring you the Radiance video processor at prices
lower than what everyone else pays anywhere on the internet. Same product, same
support, just more money in your pocket at the end of the day!
Never say never! Our massive
Radiance Video processor sale is back! Save
an extra $1000-$1500 over our already discounted
CurtPalme.com price on the new Radiance XE/XE+ and
Radiance XS/XS+ models.
The Lumagen Radiance series is regarded by most
as the absolute best video processor that money can
buy today. It boasts industry leading scaling &
processing, noise reduction, multi-point greyscale &
gamma correction, and a complete colour management
system.
For complete details see our
Radiance order page. These units ship can be
shipped to anywhere in the world.
Questions?
Email us!
More Information »
High-end
projectors & new LCD repair service
June 11, 2010
See our
CRT Primer to read why CRT projectors are still used in home
theaters where picture quality is paramount. Our
Projector Rankings page will show you how they
stack up. Not sure what
projector is right
for you? Email Curt
for help!
Here is a short list of new high end projectors
now available:
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Marquee 8500
Ultra
Quantity available: 1
A recent arrival, only 1475 chassis hours
on the set. New green tube installed with the fast
refresh phosphor, ready for 3D. This unit came in as
a Vision 2 with the black fiberglass case that’s in
really good condition. Power supply fan mods done,
anamorphic squeeze mod done. I’ll sell this set with
an original Marquee case on it for $2200.00,
or for $2600 with the black fancy fiberglass
case on it. Remote and original Vision 2 manual
included. This set was babied!
Add a
Moome HDMI 1.3 input card or
HDfury3 for 1080p Blu-ray support!
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Sony G90
Quantity available: 1
The G90 is Sony's best (and last) late
model CRT projector. It uses 9" liquid coupled tubes
with EM focus. 150 Khz scan rate (high enough to
display anything you can throw at it, including
1080p), component input along with the regular
video/s-video/RGB inputs. A super-bright 1300 lumens
of light output, digital convergence, and on screen
menus with lots of built-in test patterns. All new
LUG tubes installed, about 4500 hours on the
chassis, great working shape One only at
$4500.00
Add a
Moome HDMI 1.3 input card or
HDfury3 for 1080p Blu-ray support!
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Barco Graphics 1209s
Quantity available: 4
9" LC tubes, 1200 lumens, on screen
menus, 135 Khz scan rate (supports 1080p and
beyond), video, S-video and RGB inputs. The 1209s is
the newer version and offers Scheimpflug adjustments
for better corner focus on each tube. Great working
condition, original tubes in good condition.
$3500.00 each.
Add an
HDfury3 for 1080p Blu-ray support!
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LCD
flat screen sales & repair:
We
now refurbish and repair LCD flat screens, and
also have a large quantity of refurbished units for
sale.
Flat rate for repairs and sales, we have about a
70% success rate with our repairs:
15” monitors: $40.00
17” monitors: $65.00
19” monitors: $80.00
Varying makes and models, 4:3 and widescreen
models available, call or email
Curt for current
offerings.
Don’t recycle your old monitor until we've looked
at it. Keeping a monitor out of the recycling
program saves you money, and keeps our planet green!
Questions? Email Curt!
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