Darbee vision darblet - Page 187

Originally Posted by kiwi2000 

Review February 2013

1.+ Re calibration,(long overdue anyway) has solved this issue and Darbee at any but the highest setting does not affect the whites blooming but only improves the image.
2.- Yes agree, more of what is present within the image with Darbee engaged is presented and enhanced for better or worse.
3.+ Big yes.
4. Neither + or - I still concur with my first reaction. Still images are strikingly different and better via Darbee, I do not see that same striking in your face difference on moving images.

5. Neither + or - Same no 3D. I do not know what that gushing editor Gary Reber of widescreen review was doing prior to his review of this product that day but there is no 3D effect with this product .
6.+ I am now positively sure that the Darbee treated images are more satisfying to view, deep and richer than untreated images. Easily seen.
7.Neither + or - True.
8. Neither + or - Although this is again true.

But that is just for two pair of glasses. Also the 3D hardware purchase is restricted to 3D material only and 3D sources are pricey compared to their non 3D counterparts.
Only two people are included in this scenario, extra glasses $100.00 a pop. Batteries are $$$ that do not last long.
So 3D delivers more bang but less accessibility and versatility as the Darbee improves all images presented for all viewers. You cant have a 3D movie on for 8 and have two pair of glasses handy.

Out of my eight initial observations, 3 are positive.
For the increase in perception alone #3 supplied by this product is worth the price.
I am pleased with the purchase although there have been unforeseen HDMI compatibility issues that unfortunately will remain unresolved.
The HDMI compatibility issues with Darbee apparently only affect Marantz product.

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Posted by buckley44

Hi, just picked up the Darbee today and connected and will not sync or handshake properly, I have a problem with my comcast box handshake with the Darbee i believe, It is working properly with the blu ray player although the handshake seems to take longer than usual.With the comcast the screen keeps flashing and has a message that my display is compromised.Using the Darbee with a Marantz, sony 50es projector and my comcast box. Can anyone offer some advice.

What is the Marantz product you are using in your system?

I had the exact same issue when attempting to run HDMI switching through the Marantz Av-8003. Same message as well.
Cable company came switched out the box, same problem, reset, same problem.
It is not the cable box it is how the Darbee and Marantz do not mesh via HDMI.

After much fussing around I ended up with a compromise. No Darbee on Blu ray.
I run straight from the Oppo to the main display via HDMI.

The cable box goes through Darbee then a splitter to the TV's in the home, all Darbee'd.
No HDMI switching is performed by the Marantz now unfortunately.

It wont work routed through the Marantz. I am still awaiting a reply from Marantz on this issue however.
I think I will be waiting a while.

Originally Posted by kiwi2000 

Review February 2013

1.+ Re calibration,(long overdue anyway) has solved this issue and Darbee at any but the highest setting does not affect the whites blooming but only improves the image.
2.- Yes agree, more of what is present within the image with Darbee engaged is presented and enhanced for better or worse.
3.+ Big yes.
4. Neither + or - I still concur with my first reaction. Still images are strikingly different and better via Darbee, I do not see that same striking in your face difference on moving images.

5. Neither + or - Same no 3D. I do not know what that gushing editor Gary Reber of widescreen review was doing prior to his review of this product that day but there is no 3D effect with this product .
6.+ I am now positively sure that the Darbee treated images are more satisfying to view, deep and richer than untreated images. Easily seen.
7.Neither + or - True.
8. Neither + or - Although this is again true.

But that is just for two pair of glasses. Also the 3D hardware purchase is restricted to 3D material only and 3D sources are pricey compared to their non 3D counterparts.
Only two people are included in this scenario, extra glasses $100.00 a pop. Batteries are $$$ that do not last long.
So 3D delivers more bang but less accessibility and versatility as the Darbee improves all images presented for all viewers. You cant have a 3D movie on for 8 and have two pair of glasses handy.

Out of my eight initial observations, 3 are positive.
For the increase in perception alone #3 supplied by this product is worth the price.
I am pleased with the purchase although there have been unforeseen HDMI compatibility issues that unfortunately will remain unresolved.
The HDMI compatibility issues with Darbee apparently only affect Marantz product.

Originally Posted by wattheF 

Can anyone out there using a Darbee with either a ST/GT/VT-50 comment on the PQ improvements? In particular does it help with the somewhat soft look of certain (lower quality) HD Cable content? and does it do so at the cost of an even more grainy picture than it can sometimes already have?

Originally Posted by kiwi2000 


What HDMI sources are routed through the Marantz then to Darbee?
I and others are only experiencing an issue with HD cable routed through the Marantz.

Originally Posted by kiwi2000 

Review February 2013

1.+ Re calibration,(long overdue anyway) has solved this issue and Darbee at any but the highest setting does not affect the whites blooming but only improves the image.
2.- Yes agree, more of what is present within the image with Darbee engaged is presented and enhanced for better or worse.
3.+ Big yes.
4. Neither + or - I still concur with my first reaction. Still images are strikingly different and better via Darbee, I do not see that same striking in your face difference on moving images.

5. Neither + or - Same no 3D. I do not know what that gushing editor Gary Reber of widescreen review was doing prior to his review of this product that day but there is no 3D effect with this product .
6.+ I am now positively sure that the Darbee treated images are more satisfying to view, deep and richer than untreated images. Easily seen.
7.Neither + or - True.
8. Neither + or - Although this is again true.

But that is just for two pair of glasses. Also the 3D hardware purchase is restricted to 3D material only and 3D sources are pricey compared to their non 3D counterparts.
Only two people are included in this scenario, extra glasses $100.00 a pop. Batteries are $$$ that do not last long.
So 3D delivers more bang but less accessibility and versatility as the Darbee improves all images presented for all viewers. You cant have a 3D movie on for 8 and have two pair of glasses handy.

Out of my eight initial observations, 3 are positive.
For the increase in perception alone #3 supplied by this product is worth the price.
I am pleased with the purchase although there have been unforeseen HDMI compatibility issues that unfortunately will remain unresolved.
The HDMI compatibility issues with Darbee apparently only affect Marantz product.

Regarding #3.... what are you referring to when you say, "black image"?

I'm not sure what a black image is, in regards to TV content.

Originally Posted by RickAVManiac 

Just bought a Darbee. Last night I was trying to install the device and never been able to make it working. Iv'e got the red led on the power supply, the green led is flashing but no blue led and of course no image on my projector.

I think I have try everything from changing HDMI cable, put the darbee before the my Denon receiver, put the darbee after the Denon, bypass the Denon and put the Darbee with just my blu ray player and the projector... All that test with no luck...

Any ideas?

Originally Posted by cdnscg 


Try shutting off the deep color, and set to 4:2:2 on your blu-ray player. Also, what length of cable are you using between the darbee and other units? Apparently there could be an issue with smaller than 6'

Originally Posted by RickAVManiac 

Thanks for the tip.

I will try that tonigh. My calbles are about 3 feets long.

Originally Posted by chad473 

Got my darblet yesterday. Have to echo a lot of the impressions on here. I have a pretty mild prescription, but it's akin to slipping my glasses on and off when the darbee is engaged. Details in faces/hair/landscapes snap into focus with it on. I think anywhere from a 5-15/20% increase in quality depending on the content is fair. That's what I'm noticing so far on my 50" panasonic S1 (modest 2009 plasma). CGI sources like Avatar and Wreck it Ralph really saw impressive results. If nothing else, it's breathed a bit of new life into this set since I'm not looking at upgrading anytime in the near future.

I didn't think I'd ever touch full pop mode, but I can see myself using it sparingly on some sports. I haven't cared about the NBA in almost 20 years, but I just watched most of the first half of this Celtics/Lakers game on ESPN because of the effect on perceived contrast and depth. It's fairly striking.

Originally Posted by JoeBoy73 

Just got my darbee last night...I wanted to make sure I have it setup properly. I'm not at home and i'm going off memory:) My projector is connected to Output and I have another HDMI cable going from Input connected into the output HDMI connector on the Receiver. Is this correct.?

Originally Posted by JoeBoy73 

Thanks avswiller! I kinda nervous...lol! it's really a great device. I'm going to spend some time dialing the settings on my HTPC this weekend. Curious....is it better to turn off all the AMD picture inhancing and let the Darbee do its thing?

Originally Posted by David Susilo 

I tried using a Monoprice 60ft Redmere from my HDMI switcher to the Darblet and then run a 1ft QED Qunex cable with no problem at all. running it the other way round also yields no problem.

Originally Posted by musicalfox 

Thanks, David. I approve of the THX certification! (I actually worked for the company for many years in sales and marketing out in Nicasio.)

Originally Posted by rczarne 

What HD setting have you found works best ? I also have a 50" S1 .

Originally Posted by CheYC 

Will this effect the ARC if put in that chain? i.e. I have PS3 and cable going into a Denon receiver and the output of the receiver going into the ARC HDMI input in my TV, would putting the Darbee in the output chain effect the ARC?

Originally Posted by wattheF 

Can anyone out there using a Darbee with either a ST/GT/VT-50 comment on the PQ improvements? In particular does it help with the somewhat soft look of certain (lower quality) HD Cable content? and does it do so at the cost of an even more grainy picture than it can sometimes already have?