Descrizione
HDfury2 Features:
Main features:
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HDMI input
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Component (YPbPr/YCbCr) and VGA
(RGBHV) video output
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Sound output in both Analog and
digital Optical (S/PDIF) through an innovative 3.5mm combo
jack
The HDfury² also includes many first time world exclusive
features:
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Perfectly centered image in all
standard NTSC/PAL modes (see below)
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Performs Colour Depth Upscaling in
all modes (see below)
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Automatic SD/HD color-space
selection
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Accept third party accessories on
its output
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Lowest power consumption of any
converter
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Software upgradeable (EDID and
Firmware)
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Custom profiling to match any
display requirements or to limit output resolution
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Screen position adjustment through
firmware
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Smaller and is able to handle and
include more technology innovations than the original
HDfury
Colour Depth Upscaling:
A world first! HDfury² accepts both digital RGB and component
(YCbCr) video over HDMI and automatically processes both
correctly for zero loss of dynamic range. HDfury² takes this
HDMI standard 16-235 data and cleverly scales it to a fully
maximized output dynamic range (0-255) before sending it out to
the final DAC conversion stage. The result is an absolutely
stunning and dynamic picture!
Technical
details: Component
(YCbCr) is sent in a standard 16-235 code range in the HDMI
domain. Most other converters simply output this exact same range
but in analog form. These other converters basically feed code 16
to the DAC when black is requested and 235 when white is
requested. However, DACs do not automatically comply to video
standards resulting in code 16 translating into 44mV and 235 into
645mV (if 700mV is the full range) and while black or white crush
does not occur, these converters limit the dynamic range
resulting in a less than optimal picture. This is highly
noticeable when you compare full range (0-255) vs. limited range
(16-235).
Perfectly centered image:
Another world first!
HDfury2 is
the only
device that
recreates the sync and timing alignment completely and therefore
perfectly centers the image according to the SMPTE standards in
all modes. This is a major difference in the architecture. No
other converter can compete against recreating the syncs
completely.
Technical
details: RGB
as defined by CEA861A/B/C/D specification defines the leading
edge of HSyncs
at different
locations than
the SMPTE/ITU standard does for component (YPbPr). This is why
ALL but one direct RGB to component converters fail to correctly
center the picture. Others disregard time-domain correction
placing the image too far "left" on the screen. This is the
reason why people using the original HDfury coupled with a
typical stand alone converter fail even though the original
HDfury is not doing anything "incorrectly". It simply passes
information which will be interpreted incorrectly by many TVs. As
well, while less important (but still missing from other
converters),
HDfury2 outputs
tri-level syncs in all HD modes as required by standards. Again,
no standalone RGB-converter does this. We have never come across
or heard from a customer of a TV that requires tri level sync but
still it's nice to meet the spec and be able to claim
compliance.
How does the
HDfury2 compare
to the original HDfury?
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Feature/Specification
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HDfury2
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Original
HDfury
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Data
processor
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11 bit, 200 Mhz
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10 bit, 175 Mhz
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Input
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HDMI based (DVI-D compatible)
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DVI-D based (HDMI compatible)
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Output
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Component or RGBHV (user selectable)
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RGBHV only
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Sound
Output?
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YES, Both Analog & Digital Optical
(S/PDIF)
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NO
|
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Automatic
image centering?
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YES, in all modes
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NO
|
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Colour
Depth Upscaling?
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YES, in all modes
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NO
|
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Lower
power consumption
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YES
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NO
|
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Software
upgradeable?
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YES, Both firmware (specialized tool required) and
EDID
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YES, EDID only
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Screen
position adjustable via firmware?
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YES
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NO
|
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Output
resolution limit and custom profiling?
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YES
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NO
|
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Technology
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6 layer high density class 5 PCB
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4
layer
mid density class 5 PCB
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The
HDfury2 solves
all original HDfury issues, including:
A few source devices have issues handshaking with DVI-D
(hdcp) devices such as the original HDfury, requiring the use of
an HDMI switch between the source and the original
HDfury.
SOLVED!
HDfury² uses an HDMI input instead of DVI-D
(hdcp) granting compatibility with all HDMI sources including
those that could not handshake properly with DVI-D (hdcp)
devices.
Some sources like the Denon 4308 receiver could not
handshake with an incomplete CEA861 EDID extension block causing
issues with the original
HDfury.
SOLVED!
The HDFury² CEA861 EDID extension block is
compliant to latest Rev. D.
The picture is shifted to the left on some displays when
using the original HDfury and it could not be centered within the
display's adjustment range. Use of external device such
as RTC2200
or
Box
1020 was
needed.
SOLVED!
HDFury² is the
world's first converter to perfectly center the image at all
resolutions. No other converter does this as the others simply
pass the original signal through.
Some sources do not output enough current on their digital
output pin#14. Use of external power supply was needed for the
original HDfury (either Wall Plug or
USB).
SOLVED!
HDFury²
consumes 160mA less current while running at 1080p compare to the
original HDfury. HDfury² supports more sources out of the box
without requiring the use of the power supply.
Some users reported their original HDfury ran "hot" after
many hours of
use.
SOLVED!
HDFury² unit
runs 1.2w cooler at 1080p than the original HDfury.
The original HDfury is unable to run long analog cables on
its output. ex: Displays with VGA cords is
problematic.
SOLVED!
HDFury² can run
longer analog cables on its output (to approximately 25-35 feet).
Hard to identify when the power supply is required for the
original HDfury (some source devices do not provide enough
current on
pin14.
SOLVED!
HDFury² has a
new LED system which indicates power status: If the LED is OFF or
blinking then the HDFury² is not receiving enough power from the
source device and the external HDFury² power supply must be
used. If the LED is ON the HDFury² is receiving adequate power.
HDfury2 Specifications:
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INPUT:
Digital HDMI 19p FEMALE Port (100% digital)
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OUTPUT:
Analog RGBHV or Component (YPbPr/YCbCr) via HD-15 D-Sub (VGA
style) MALE connector
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User Selectable RGBHV / Component
(YPbPr/YCbCr) output with a switch
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A HDMI -> HDMI cable is used to
connect to an HDMI source
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RGB 4:4:4 (8 bits) digital
input
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YCbCr 4:4:4 or 4:2:2 digital
input
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Compatible with non-HDCP (DVI-D)
or HDCP sources
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Compatible with any RGB
Display
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Compatible with any YUV
Display
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Directly connects to a display's
VGA (RGB) 15 pin D-Sub input
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Directly connects to a display's
Component (YPbPr/YCbCr) input using included breakout
cable
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Takes less then 1 minute to
install (Plug & Play)
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11bit 200MHz data
processing
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Triple 11bit 200Mhz video
DAC
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RGB-H/V Male Port D-SUB 15 Output
video analog signals (0.7Vpp (RGB) / 1Vpp (YPbPr) over 75 ohms
impedance)
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Ultra short Analog links (<1
cm) on the HDfury² for optimal quality
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HDMI video bandwidth:
25-165MHz
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HDMI Data Rate - Bandwidth 1.5
Gbit/sec (Single link)
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Supports all HD/SDTV formats
from 1080p down to 480i
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HDTV ready
(480i/480p/576i/576p/720p/1080i/1080p48/50/60
compatible)
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DVI 1.0 compliant
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HDMI 1.1 and 1.2 ready
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HDMI 1.3 interoperable
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HDCP compatible with embedded keys
loaded
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HDCP ready
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Reprogrammable Firmware (with
specialized tools)
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Screen position adjustable through
Firmware and Custom Profile
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Accepts third party accessories on
output such as the GAMMA-X (Gamma Correction)
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Automatic Input Format Detection:
Digital YCbCr and RGBHV
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Full dynamic range for all input
modes to maximize the level of detail
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Automatically switches
color-spaces for both HDTV (Rec.709) and SDTV (Rec.601)
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Precise black levels - no black
crush in any standard mode
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Stereo High-Quality Analog Audio
Output
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Stereo High-Quality
Digital/Optical Audio Output (S/PDIF format)
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HD-DVD and Blu-Ray Disc player
compatible
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Playstation3 and Xbox360
compatible
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Satellite and Cable set-top box
compatible for HDTV
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HDMI or DVI-D video graphics card
compatible
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HDCP compatible with embedded keys
loaded
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Energy management : DVI and VESA
DPMS compatible
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Ultra low power consumption in
Standby (3,5mA)
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Maximum power : 0.37A under 5V (at
1080p/60)
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On-board DC/DC converter (1.8V)
with extra-low EMI signature
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Power +5V from DVI/HDMI
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Blue LED to display active digital
link and power status
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Small size : 75x56mm
cabinet
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100% ROHS compliant (Restriction
of Hazardous Substances Directive)
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Installation: The
HDfury2 module
may be DIRECTLY screwed to the back of the display into the VGA
SUB-D plug.
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Shortest RGB and Component (YPbPr)
analog video link as possible.
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HDCP rules compliant: No end-user
access to decrypted analog video. Once screwed, this module
becomes "a part of the display itself".
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Professional factory made
(mass-production) using pick/place and reflow/wave solder pro
equipment.
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Gold Plated connectors, tracks and
material
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Full aluminium case with thermal
dissipation
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Optional +5v input and power
supply
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EDID detective feature: EDID eprom
can be reprogrammed using a computer through the graphics card
(feature reserved for professionals)
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Internal EDID EEPROM with complete
CEA861 extension block
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One year warranty