Anyone try and compare the Halcro SSP 100 or 80?

Pramod,

I tried using the Balanced Inputs on the SSP-100 and get no sound from my sub. I verified this with 2 different sources (via test tones) and I loaded Avia and confirmed.

With Balanced Inputs, I get no sound from the sub, and it appears the sub signal is getting rerrouted back through the other speakers.

I talked with Halcro support, and they said my unit must be defective. It appears we have the same or similar issues.

Did you get your unit serviced. Or maybe you sold it and I bought it. I got mine used recently. ;-)

Regards,
Darrell

Henry,

I can only speak about the Halcro. It has HDMI video scaling and switching capability. The scaler is not very good, and many people just use it as a video switcher.

For HDMI Audio, the Halco will do DD, DTS, and only 2CH High-Res.

So, if you are using an HD-DVD player, you will have to use the Analog Outs of the player.

Regards,
Darrell

EandJ,

What are you using the SSP-100 to scale? I tried to let is upscale the Component signal from my SA 8300HD cable box, and it looked miserable.

That may be because it had to go from component to HDMI out of the Halcro, and to up-res from 480a to 720p. MY TV and cable box, both do this conversion better than the Halcro.

Can you share your positive experiences? I would love to get better scaling from my cable box.

Thanks,
Darrell

Henry,

The new Krell only does HDMI video, no Audio. It does sound very nice and I think your idea of using something like a Zektor switch would open up your possibilites.

My Halcro SSP-100 is in the shop right now, but when I get it back, my delaer says I can home demo the new Krell. That will allow me to hear them head to head.

Based on hearing them seperately in different environments, but with the same speakers, I THINK it will be pretty close sound wise.

The Krell is cheaper than the Halcro so Halcro better come out with their HDMI Audio upgrade if they want to keep the advantage.

Regards,
Darrell