Avia or Video Essentials...

Grimster74
Grimster74 Posts: 2,576
edited October 2003 in Basic Hookup/Wiring Questions
I know we've been down this road before but I'd like everyone's opinion on this. I'm interested in purchasing a setup disc just not sure which one to go with. I've read mixed reviews about both, you know, "X" is better then one in this aspect, but "Z" is better in this aspect. So, I figured I'd go to the board with this one, you know, members that have used them both.
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  • dorokusai
    dorokusai Posts: 25,577
    edited October 2003
    I bought it because it meets all my needs, and was half the price of the Avia.
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  • TheGrayGhost
    TheGrayGhost Posts: 196
    edited October 2003
    I own AVIA, VE, and DVE. DVE is the clear winner.

    I got DVE from overstock.com for $12.89 shipped.
    Best Regards, Cliff
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  • Dr. Spec
    Dr. Spec Posts: 3,780
    edited October 2003
    Avia is better for audio. DVE is better for video. DVE is the better value. DVE has a sub level calibration error.
    "What we do in life echoes in eternity"

    Ed Mullen (emullen@svsound.com)
    Director - Technology and Customer Service
    SVS
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  • TheGrayGhost
    TheGrayGhost Posts: 196
    edited October 2003
    Doc,

    What is the sub level error in DVE? I didn't use DVE to calibrate audio.

    EDIT: Never mind, I found you answer in another thread.
    Best Regards, Cliff
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  • Grimster74
    Grimster74 Posts: 2,576
    edited October 2003
    Well here is the deal. I ordered the Digital Video Essentials earlier this afternoon. Right know I'm a little more concerned with my picture quality. As far as my audio end, there is room for improvement but as of know I'm extremely pleased with the audio. My main concern at the moment is picture quality. Don't get me wrong, my picture is beautiful but I know it can be improved. Thx. for everyone's reply.
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  • dcorrea
    dcorrea Posts: 80
    edited October 2003
    I cannot compare the two just yet but I own the Avia disc. I think it is awesome. I notice a complete difference now in my audio and tv picture. After reading the posts here I ordered the DVE disc from amazon for 17 bucks since the consensus seems to be that the video calibration is better on the DVE disc than on the Avia but I'll be able to compare the two in a few days.
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  • GZ
    GZ Posts: 343
    edited October 2003
    FYI - here's a comparison link. www.videoessentials.com/ve_d_high.htm]
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  • Dr. Spec
    Dr. Spec Posts: 3,780
    edited October 2003
    Navigation on DVE sucks **** supreme. Post questions if you get stuck or can't find test patterns, etc.
    "What we do in life echoes in eternity"

    Ed Mullen (emullen@svsound.com)
    Director - Technology and Customer Service
    SVS
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  • TheGrayGhost
    TheGrayGhost Posts: 196
    edited October 2003
    Originally posted by Dr. Spec
    Navigation on DVE sucks **** supreme. Post questions if you get stuck or can't find test patterns, etc.

    Not for me using an HTPC DVD player. I have direct access to Titles and Chapters. I did notice that it sucks on a STB player.
    Best Regards, Cliff
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