The iScan Duo is one of those products that seem like a luxury, but once you own it you can't seem to understand how you lived without it. Highly recommended! Published on December 06, 2010 iScan Duo Video Processor
SRP $1299 Anchor Bay Technologies, Inc.
300 Orchard City Drive
M/S 131
Campbell, CA 95008
866-423-3836 (voice)
408-429-6297 (fax)
info@achorbaytech.co
http://www.anchorbaytech.com/products/systems/iscanduo.php Basic Features/Specifications Advanced video processing including: Precision Deinterlacing, Progressive ReProcessing (PReP), Precision Video Scaling II, Mosquito Noise Reduction, Fine Detail Enhancement, Edge Enhancement, Rightrate, Precision AV Lipsync, AutoCUE-C; 8 HDMI 1.3 a/v inputs (with an upgrade for 3D/1.4 planned), 2 component video, 1 HD15, 1 S-video, 3 composite video inputs, 2 sets of analog inputs, 2 coaxial and 3 optical inputs, dual HDMI video outputs, 3 digital audio outputs (HDMI/optical/coaxial), individual picture controls per input and SD/HD format, aspect ratio control, RS-232 control, IR input and output (for control), 2 programmable 12V triggers, full CMS (Color Management System) as of June via firmware upgrade, full 1080p output, 35 built-in test patterns, remote control, rack mounts included, 6.6 pounds w/o power supply, 10.4" D x 17" W x 2.2", one-year parts and labor warranty. Associated Equipment Optoma HD8600 Projector, JVC DLA-HD950 Projector, InFocus SP8602 Projector, Meridian 568.2MM Preamplifier, Oppo BDP-80 Blu-ray Player, Dish Network Vip622 HD DVR, Popcorn Hour A-110 Media Player, Belden, Audioquest, Canare and Monster cables.
Installation and Setup  I had the Duo for a while, but was either waiting on a working projector, lift installation or cable wiring to finally get it up and running. It's a good thing that I waited though, because there have been a multiple firmware upgrades, and, in addition to all the video switching and processing there is now a full Color Management System (CMS). Even projectors that offer some advanced color controls may still not have the flexibility now offered by the Duo.
I've had the pleasure of reviewing quite a few different iScan products over the years and they always improved the picture on various displays to some degree or another. Although the Duo offers analog video inputs, the only option for output is now digital video (via HDMI or DVI with an adapter). The advantage of this with a projector is the need for only one video cable running to the projector and each source can have its own picture settings, resolution, etc. set up on the Duo. Another nice feature offered by the processor is the ability to run two different outputs at one time. For those who have a secondary display this means taking advantage of the processing capabilities from the Duo without any unplugging, switching or extra boxes.
Many are probably wondering if a device like this (not c...
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