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CALIBRATION
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This service goes beyond your typical ISF calibration and will ensure your video displays are performing
at their peak capability. We will also verify that your
system can benefit from this process before scheduling an
appointment. High quality test equipment is
used to achieve the optimal results from your display and
associated video sources. It will also find any defective components that may exist so you
can have them repaired under warranty. Tools of the
same quality used in Hollywood and proprietary methods will
be used to ensure you will get the best possible image.
Please contact us before purchasing your equipment if you want the
best results because all products are not able to benefit
from this service and some will have better results than
others. Experience with service mode access on many displays
including Brillian (factory authorized calibrator), Hitachi, JVC, Mitsubishi, Optoma, Panasonic, Pioneer, Qualia,
RCA, Samsung, Sim2, Sony and Toshiba will be used when necessary
to achieve the desired results. We also have
considerable experience with 4K flat panel and projection
products.
The process includes detailed setup of
your source devices including helping you with those pesky
cables. Without this your DVD player, Blu-Ray player or HTPC
are more than
likely improperly configured for your system. This will
include proper adjustment of the source or custom
calibration of that input on the display when that is
necessary.
The setup will also include a review of the cabling, room lighting, viewing positions and source material relative to your desires. A proper video setup must also include a review of your viewing habits along with the capabilities of your equipment relative to film and video reproduction standards. |
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Below is a brief description of the service. Please note what type of equipment is being used to measure color if you are comparing this service with others. A spectroradiometer is more accurate than the typical color analyzer or optical comparator used by many and nearly a necessity if you are using a
laser, lamp
or LED based display (LCD, DLP, LCoS, SXRD, DILA) and want
an accurate color measurement.
The Photo Research PR-670 used by
AccuCal is a requirement for accurate color management
system (CMS) adjustment found in many high quality displays
including Pioneer Elite plasmas, Runco projectors, Sim2 projectors, Sony
projectors, BenQ projectors and Marantz projectors.
Measuring primaries and secondaries with high accuracy is a
very difficult task. Only very high quality
instruments can do this such that your image will look as
lifelike as possible. Understanding how these adjustments effect all colors is
also critical to obtaining the best results possible. |
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Key Benefits: |
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Stunning color
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Improved image detail |
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Reduced
video artifacts |
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Longer display life |
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Verify equipment is
performing as intended. |
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Improved 3D effect |
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Key
Steps: |
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Fix any wiring problems (cable cost is separate)
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Contrast, brightness, color and hue calibration
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Grayscale calibration to
D65 |
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Gamma adjusted to match 2.2 as
close as possible |
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Geometry adjustment to minimize overscan and ensure true images
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Sharpness calibration to reduce enhancement and create a more detailed image
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Detailed color
analysis and alignment to provide the best color accuracy
possible including color management system adjustment when
available. |
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Optimum selection of video
processing modes and resolution settings for each source and
the display. The PR-670 used is one of the few devices
that can be used to confirm proper 24Hz processing. |
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Enable
ISFccc
Night and Day modes in various capable products including
Runco, Sharp, Panasonic and Pioneer products. |
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Service mode adjustments to reduce filtering & enhancement if available
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Optimize 3D mode color , light
output and 3D effect. |
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Before and after calibration report (download example by clicking
here). |
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Equipment
List: |
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Photo Research PR-670 SpectraScan; Photo Research's
latest NIST traceable spectroradiometer.
Including options and accessories to provide the highest
level of accuracy for all applications. 15 years newer
design than the PR-650 and twice the sensors of the PR-650
or 655 for improved accuracy with difficult light sources.
6.4 times the sensors of the Minolta CS-200 and 2.6 times
that of the EyeOne Pro. |
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Accupel HDG-4000; component video, VGA, DVI, HDMI test pattern generator |
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VideoForge
HDMI test pattern generator includes 3D capability |
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HD-SDI output
capability for post production monitor calibration |
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GretagMacbeth EyeOne Pro (x2); NIST traceable spectroradiometer with custom software and PC color management software. |
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AccuCal's customized hardware and software solution allows
for a more thorough color analysis of any display to ensure
the best colors possible. This system also has more accurate measurements of color in front projector applications in low light situations. |
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Various custom
HD-DVD and Blu-Ray test patterns |
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Avia Pro; professional DVD test discs |
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Toy Story II, Star Wars III and Charlotte Gray; DVD movies for verification |
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Casino Royal, Galapagos and
Cars; Blu-Ray movies for verification |
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Disney Sampler
Blu-Ray for 3D verification |
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Phantom of the
Opera and JVC Demo Loop; HD-DVD movies for verification |
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HD and SD Digital Video Essentials, Avia, Silicon Optix HQV Benchmark, Microsoft WHQL, HQV Benchmark and Jim Taylor's DVD Demystified; DVD test discs.
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Cabling to support DVI, HDMI, VGA, BNC, RCA
and S-Video connections.
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Sony PVM-96 D65 monitor. |
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Display Specific
Tools: |
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ControlCal Software for
Pioneer and Panasonic plasmas and Sharp LCD displays |
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Sim2 LiveColors
Calibration Version 1.2 & 2.6 for Sim2 2D and 3D projectors |
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Sony
Image Director 3.0 for advanced gamma and gray scale
calibration of Sony projectors |
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ISFccc Mode
software for JVC projectors |
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NEC Display Wall calibration
software |
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Certifications: |
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ISF
Calibrator |
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THX Certified Home Theater Technician Level II
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Brillian Certified HT Calibration
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Equipment
Experience: |
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Displays:
Front Projection (CRT, DLP, LCD, LCoS, SXRD), Rear Projection
(CRT, DLP, Laser, LCD, LED, SXRD, LCoS), Direct View (CRT, LCD,
LED, Plasma) |
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Sources:
Antennas,
Blu-Ray, Cable, Computers, DVD, D-VHS, HD-DVD, Laser Disc, Satellite,
Video Scalers, VHS, SDI Post Equipment, Pro Cinema Cameras |
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Display
Manufacturers:
Anthem,
BenQ, Brillian, Clarity Video Wall, Epson, Fujitsu, Insignia, Hitachi, JVC, Marantz Mitsubishi,
NEC, NEC Video Wall, Optoma,
Panasonic, Philips, Pioneer, RCA, Runco, Samsung, Sanyo, Sharp, Sim2, Sony, Toshiba,
TruVue |
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Video Processor
Manufacturers:
Algolith, Anthem, Crystalio, DVDO, Lumagen, Onkyo,
SpectraCal |
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