To Calibrate or Not to Calibrate?
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Inquiring minds want to know! How many of you have had your televisions calibrated?
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Re: To Calibrate or Not to Calibrate?
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I'm cheap...I believe in the value of an ISF but not for an ED plasma. I've used Avia and would consider an ISF when I go to a full 1080p plasma.
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The problem with the poll, Amie, is that those who've never had their sets calibrated have no basis for comparison. Even if they've seen a calibrated set, unless they've been able to compare it to the same set before calibration, they aren't able to say if there was an improvement or not. They certainly can tell you if they are completely happy with the improvements they made themselves, but that is no indication they wouldn't be happier, or not, with an ISF calibrated TV. What would be helpful is if those who've had their sets calibrated would tell us if they preferred the change, didn't like the change, or didn't really notice much difference. In that spirit, I'll tell you that, yes, I feel there was an definite improvement. An ISF calibrated HDTV, being set to a cooler temperature (i.e lower light output), is usually much easier on the eyes and extends the life of the bulb (if any), and the HDTV itself. And, I find the black levels are improved, and colors are more natural and true. The only complaint I have about having an ISF calibrated HDTV (other than the price of calibration ) is that, in some cases, that lower light output causes a few (and only a few) HDTV shows/movies, and a few DVDs, to seem a bit darker than I'd like. However, the fact that my DLP bulb slowly and moderately dims over time may have something to do with that, and why it is recommended that HDTVs be calibrated every year. Other than that, I've been happy enough with the improvements of ISF calibration to have my first HDTV calibrated twice, and my current HDTV calibrated once, with its second calibration due this November. Others, including you, may feel differently.
Jack
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Amie, are you offering to come to Iowa and calibrate my projector. Hopefully when my Avia II arrives I can tweak it some more. Is this heaven? No, its Iowa
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Ive calibrated my plasma with the Avia disc. It looks great to me.
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Jack you are starting to sound like a scientist. I've been considering getting our 50" RPTV setup with ISF calibration but have not yet pulled the trigger. I would never bother to do anything with the LCD we have on our other floor. I'm sure the innards of the RPTV could use some blacker material and focusing of the lenses. The odd time it gets a bit green and i'm a bit worried one of the guns is failing. Still, for the cost of $400, more than 10% of the unit, i have to wonder if the cost is really worth it.
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Jack you are starting to sound like a scientist.
Now there's a terrifying thought. (taken as a compliment, though )
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I've been considering getting our 50" RPTV setup with ISF calibration but have not yet pulled the trigger. I would never bother to do anything with the LCD we have on our other floor. I'm sure the innards of the RPTV could use some blacker material and focusing of the lenses. The odd time it gets a bit green and i'm a bit worried one of the guns is failing. Still, for the cost of $400, more than 10% of the unit, i have to wonder if the cost is really worth it.
Yes, at the price, I can completely understand anyone passing on a calibration.
Jack
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If there had been a selection for would consider it but cost is of concern. i would have selected it. Jake
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If you search hard enough on the net, you can find the optimum settings for your set.
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If you search hard enough on the net, you can find the optimum settings for your set.
Yes, but the "optimum" settings should require entering the service menu, not be confused with the user menu (temperature, brightness, contrast, etc.). Entering the service menu, unless done by a professional, usually voids the warranty. And, if you goof, it is possible to turn your new HDTV into a 100 pound doorstop.
Jack
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