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Nimbus · 08-09-2006, 06:28 AM

Hello. I've just made an impulse purchase on Ebay. I bought Philips FTR 9964.
I was hoping to have a switcher and transcoder in one box since the unit has a RGB output and two wide band component inputs. It was a shot in the dark because I really did not have too much information about this unit. I have NEC PG6 and 1031 projectors and currently using Key Digital transcoder which sucks.
I was wondering if anybody else is using this model for driving CRT projectors.
As always all input is welcomed and thanks for help.

Nero · 08-09-2006, 06:29 AM

http://www.homecinemachoice.com/test...ps50PF9964.php

"it does come with a separate TV tuner in the form of the excellent FTR-9964 which is also supplied with the 42incher. As well as hosting a full range of connections the box carries out the process of converting interlaced video signals into de-interlaced VGA ones."

"Myriad connections are found at the back of the E-box. Video signals are fed to the plasma via a single 5m 15-pin VGA cable "

NTSC tuner/router for use with Philips 50FD9955, 42FD9934, 42FD9954, and 32FD9954 plasma TVs
4 composite-, 2 component-, and 3 S-video inputs, including 1 high-definition component-video for use with a DTV receiver
Feeds audio and video to and receives commands from your plasma monitor via shielded VGA cables (supplied)
Performs 2-tuner, split-screen PIP processing so you can watch 2 programs simultaneously
Enhances images with Digital Natural Motion (480p/1080i) line doubling, Active Control Plus+, and ambient light sensor

redford · 08-09-2006, 06:29 AM

http://www.flattv.philips.com/p_ebox.cfm

Nimbus · 08-09-2006, 06:29 AM

Thanks for all info. I had no access to my computer for two days. I have checked all threads that were suggested but could not find what kind output it gives.Is it 1080i, 720p or something else. Maybe someone has a setup based on this unit and has more practical info and comments. Robert

redford · 08-09-2006, 06:30 AM

Currently have a DTC-100 I picked up in an open box special and love HD over the CRT. I was kind of looking to the near future when I have the option of going with Cable box but have to have a transcoder and thought this might serve that purpose and then some. Might also work for DVD input better than the VB50 I use occasionaly for WAF.

Augustes · 08-09-2006, 06:33 AM

CRT is out of fashion