Calibrate Your HDTV

[arush5268d]

You should have different calibration settings for different viewing environments.

As my comrade suggested, the ambient light reacts with the TV and can throw off your picture somewhat.

[WriteSimply]

Originally Posted by zoso0928

if i watch my tv in the dark should i calibrate my tv in the dark?

Short answer, Yes.

But the average people do watch TV in the daytime too. So if your TV can have several settings, you may want to do daytime/nighttime calibrated settings. Just like what arush5268d said.

If you truly and exclusively watch TVs in the dark, then you only need one setting.


fuad

[Rustmonkey]

Originally Posted by WriteSimply

Short answer, Yes.

But the average people do watch TV in the daytime too. So if your TV can have several settings, you may want to do daytime/nighttime calibrated settings. Just like what arush5268d said.

If you truly and exclusively watch TVs in the dark, then you only need one setting.


fuad

Which is easy for people like me - since my theater is in the basement without windows

[thokar]

If you truly and exclusively watch TVs in the dark

hehe

[crobb666]

Hello all,

My name is Corey Robb, I am a THX Certified Video Calibrator looking for new clients and I reside on Vancouver Island in BC, Canada.
If anyone out there in this area or in BC is looking to have thier video display professionally calibrated please email me at: crobb@telus.net

Sincerely,

Corey Robb

[kalW]

Originally Posted by crackinhedz

GREYSCALE & COLOUR CALIBRATION FOR DUMMIES

Thanks for posting a link to my guide! You asked if it was ok and it definitely is of course - the guide's for everyone to use!



Link: GREYSCALE & COLOUR CALIBRATION FOR DUMMIES »

Some background:

Over 250 hours of research and writing have gone into this guide.

This guide came about as the do-it-yourself (DIY) crowd has been asking more and more about greyscale calibration over the years. With reliable colorimeters now under $150 USD and excellent free software like ColorHCFR available, it's a no-brainer that all DIY enthusiasts have some sort of colorimeter in their toolbox.

Countless number of calibration guides have been published prior to this one. Some of them quite good. The problem I found is that most assume that the reader already has the required equipment and knows exactly how to set it up properly. Most guides also assume that the reader has a good understanding of terms like D65, stimulus, CIE, etc. Some even provide links to highly technical documents as "required reading". Yes, many of these documents are very informative, but not everyone wants to earn a doctorate in colorimetry so that they can set their greyscale properly.

My guide takes a step backwards and makes the assumption that the reader has absolutely no knowledge of colour calibration. In fact, this guide assumes that the reader doesn't even *know* what "greyscale calibration" is! I explain what it is, why it's important, list the tools needed, where to get them, and walk you through the process from start to finish.

I hope you find it useful. Enjoy!

Disclaimer: Those not comfortable with a DIY approach should consider hiring a pro. For those that would never consider hiring a pro or simply want to learn a bit more, this guide is for you. Whether you attempt to perform the calibration yourself or hire a professional, please consider having your display calibrated. You will be astounded by the resulting difference in picture quality.

Comments and feedback are appreciated!

Kal

[CELTICSMETS]

To crackinhedz or anyone that can help . i have a sony 60" lcd kdf e60a20 1080i . the tv is connected to a str-da4300es a/v receiver and bdp-s350 player all with hdmi 1.3 cat. 2 cable. monoprice i luv u. ok not working now, riding the unemployment train til i find a new job. So pro. calibration might b a while away. now my next options r i guess (sony pic. blu calib. ; THX Optimizer or DVE blu.) ive done the sony one already yesterday. the picture looks better but should i also do the others DIY calibrations?does any DIY videos have sound calibration? or the receivers Digital Cinema™ Auto Calibration with stereo mic would do the trick and if not, which 1 does . are they any setting or mode on the receiver tht will benefit picture/sound quality or once i connect everything to receiver with hdmi cables it happens automatically? a couple of more questions thanks so much ahead of time . the receiver have a feature that even after reading i dont fully understand.( Accepts x.v.Color (xvYCC) and Deep Color?thanks again

[crackinhedz]

CELTICSMETS,

Give this disc a try: Spears & Munsil BD

As far as the audio goes, I would let your receivers auto setup do that.

Also, for the BD player settings:

BD Audio = Direct
Dynamic Range = Wide


that should about do it.

[crackinhedz]

...oh, and don't worry about deep color.

[CELTICSMETS]

thanks crankin u the man

[prodigio]

Hello!

I recently bought a KDL-40L4000 and I'm not happy with the image I get.

Can someone help me calibrate the settings?

Thanks!

[Knight-Errant]

Originally Posted by prodigio

Hello!

I recently bought a KDL-40L4000 and I'm not happy with the image I get.

Can someone help me calibrate the settings?

Thanks!

You need to use setup patterns to correctly judge the levels for the picture settings. It won't be as precise as a professional calibration that uses the service menu and analyzer software etc, but it will improve it massively.

Good ones are the THX Optimizer which can be found on THX certified discs, The Sony steup patterns to be found on Sony titles, The Spears and Munsil calibration disc and Digital Video Essentials.

[JimShaw]

crakinhedz

Finally going to calibrate my Samsung UN55B8000.

I hope that I notice a change because the PQ is already pretty good and because it does look good, my wife did not want to spend the $$$$ to have it done.

BUT my wife on January 4, 2010 leaves for a three day cruise to the Mexican Rivera with about 125 women from the neighborhood leaving me all alone and in charge.

The calibration is booked for Jan., 6, 2010 by
http://www.coastcalibration.com/

When it is finished, I'll let you know my thoughts and settings.

[crackinhedz]

Originally Posted by JimShaw

When it is finished, I'll let you know my thoughts and settings.

cool!

[crackinhedz]

Just remember, don't let him leave until you're 100% satisfied!

[crackinhedz]

also, for those interested...

I noticed that HDNET runs test patterns periodically.

The next one is 6:30am on Nov.21st.

[JimShaw]

Originally Posted by crackinhedz

Just remember, don't let him leave until you're 100% satisfied!

I won't and thanks.

[john_1958]

once you find the right settings for your tv don't forget to go into your blu-ray settings and make sure you have it display 1080p with 24fps turned on
and suggest using flatscreen cleaning liquid on your blu-ray discs

[skatalite]

I'm about to use the DVE Blu-ray to calibrate my Samsung PN50B650 plasma. I'm wondering what setting I should have Cell Light at before I begin the disc? Thanks!

[AeroCanuck]

I am paying for a pro to come in to my place and calibrate my tv hopefully next month...can't wait to see the results