robsis
05-18-11, 12:11 PM
Anyone in the Flagstaff, AZ area? Just bought a Sammy UN55D8000 and use it with an Oppo 93.
Thnx.
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View Full Version : ISF Calibrators, where are you located? Please post here! robsis 05-18-11, 12:11 PM Anyone in the Flagstaff, AZ area? Just bought a Sammy UN55D8000 and use it with an Oppo 93. Thnx. GZamora 05-18-11, 04:09 PM Well I'm back looking for a good calibrator. Unfortunatley for me DroptheRemote will not be able to get out to my area as planned.:( So if there is anyone coming near San Antonio TX in the next few weeks.... I have a Panasonic 58V10 and a Samsung 64D7000 that are in need of some calibration loving!!! Anyone? Anyone? Mr Bob 05-18-11, 04:55 PM Can't promise it will be quite that soon, it might be a few weeks after that, but a calibration trip is being planned to have me out to Dallas and the surrounding area as we speak. b KuriusKat 05-18-11, 09:35 PM Well I'm back looking for a good calibrator. Unfortunatley for me DroptheRemote will not be able to get out to my area as planned.:( So if there is anyone coming near San Antonio TX in the next few weeks.... I have a Panasonic 58V10 and a Samsung 64D7000 that are in need of some calibration loving!!! Anyone? Anyone? I too was on DroptheRemote TX list. I'm out on the West side of Houston. Have a VT25 We need to get a TX group together that is interested in having their set calibrated. Just maybe....we can round up enough business to make it worth the trip for a calibrater! Come on Texans, I know there's a ton of us out in this huge state!! donnymac51 05-18-11, 10:00 PM I too was on DroptheRemote TX list. I'm out on the West side of Houston. Have a VT25 We need to get a TX group together that is interested in having their set calibrated. Just maybe....we can round up enough business to make it worth the trip for a calibrater! Come on Texans, I know there's a ton of us out in this huge state!! Check here. There are two THX calibrators that are located in Texas. http://www.thxvideotech.com/forum/showthread.php?542-THX-Certified-Video-Calibrator GZamora 05-18-11, 10:12 PM I too was on DroptheRemote TX list. I'm out on the West side of Houston. Have a VT25 We need to get a TX group together that is interested in having their set calibrated. Just maybe....we can round up enough business to make it worth the trip for a calibrater! Come on Texans, I know there's a ton of us out in this huge state!! Yes we need a good calibrator out here to take care of our tv's needs!! :D GZamora 05-18-11, 10:23 PM Check here. There are two THX calibrators that are located in Texas. http://www.thxvideotech.com/forum/showthread.php?542-THX-Certified-Video-Calibrator Thanks for the info donnymac51. I looked into the one in Austin. Not many customer comments or reviews to get an idea on their work. I guess I would feel better with a seasoned veteran from the AVS forums. Someone we all know does good work. But I will look more into it. Thanks again. donnymac51 05-18-11, 11:01 PM Thanks for the info donnymac51. I looked into the one in Austin. Not many customer comments or reviews to get an idea on their work. I guess I would feel better with a seasoned veteran from the AVS forums. Someone we all know does good work. But I will look more into it. Thanks again. You could always contact the indiviuals and ask for references. Whatever way you go good luck. umr 05-18-11, 11:35 PM I was just in TX and will return in October. donnymac51 05-21-11, 09:22 PM I will be available for calibrations in the West Palm Beach, Ft. Lauderdale and Miami FL. area the weekend of 3-4 June. Contact me as soon as possible to reserve your time slot. jmpage2 05-22-11, 10:13 AM I am receiving a Panasonic VT30 sometime hopefully by mid June (ordered through Panasonic EPP so not sure on the ship date yet, but the rumor is for Jun 8). I am in the South Western Denver suburbs (about 45 mins from DIA) and am looking for a calibrator who can do a full calibration of the VT30 when the new firmware arrives. I would want ISF day/night done (along with the 10 point grayscale/CMS stuff) on at least two inputs. Anyone who might be able to help please send me a PM. Thanks! syrht 05-23-11, 02:24 PM Anyone in the Syracuse, NY area? Looking to calibrate my projector umr 05-23-11, 02:27 PM Anyone in the Syracuse, NY area? Looking to calibrate my projector I may be able to go there in June. NashvilleMark 05-24-11, 06:44 PM I am receiving a Panasonic VT30 sometime hopefully by mid June (ordered through Panasonic EPP so not sure on the ship date yet, but the rumor is for Jun 8). I am in the South Western Denver suburbs (about 45 mins from DIA) and am looking for a calibrator who can do a full calibration of the VT30 when the new firmware arrives. I would want ISF day/night done (along with the 10 point grayscale/CMS stuff) on at least two inputs. Anyone who might be able to help please send me a PM. Thanks! I'm in the same boat, essentially, but I need a calibrator in Nashville. Any suggestions? Chad B 05-24-11, 07:30 PM I'm in the same boat, essentially, but I need a calibrator in Nashville. Any suggestions? I could do it on my way to or from FL and GA mid June, if everything's ready by then. Rayjr 05-24-11, 08:05 PM I am receiving a Panasonic VT30 sometime hopefully by mid June (ordered through Panasonic EPP so not sure on the ship date yet, but the rumor is for Jun 8). I am in the South Western Denver suburbs (about 45 mins from DIA) and am looking for a calibrator who can do a full calibration of the VT30 when the new firmware arrives. I would want ISF day/night done (along with the 10 point grayscale/CMS stuff) on at least two inputs. Anyone who might be able to help please send me a PM. Thanks! Someone on this list should be able to help you. THX VIDEO CALIBRATORS (http://www.thxvideotech.com/forum/showthread.php?542-THX-Certified-Video-Calibrator) Hope this helps RayJr Michael Osadciw 06-08-11, 06:07 PM Quebec and Northern Ontario tour in July! Reserve a space now!! All video calibrations will be done locally during the month of June. Approximate area covered: THX/ISF Calibrations in LONDON - GUELPH - GTA - NIAGARA FALLS - WHITBY - AJAX - BARRIE Please call or email to book an appointment. JULY 11-16 THX/ISF Calibrations in Lower Quebec - Montreal to Quebec City and slightly off "the path" JULY 18-23 THX/ISF Calibrations in Northern Ontario ISF Calibrations Barrie, Orillia, Huntsville (HWY400 -> Perry Sound) Barrie --> North Bay (HWY 11) --> Sudbury and surrounding areas[/B] To reserve a space, please PM me, or click on my name in my signature to send me an email. You can also call me at 905.730.5996. I look forward to teaching you about how to obtain great video when calibrating your display! tlp5002 06-09-11, 12:25 AM Anyone in the Baltimore / DC area (Columbia, MD to be exact) interested in calibrating a 46" XBR-HX909? Only two sources: FiOS and PS3 and zero 3D usage. Any help in the right direction would be awesome. MilYellow02 06-10-11, 07:39 PM I purchased the 2011 Bravia KDL-40BX420 LCD and am very happy with it at sub $600. I am getting the BR S580 in a few weeks with both hooked up with the AudioQuest Cinnamon HDMI. I have tweaked and tuned and tweaked and tuned for 2 weeks using my eyesight and recommended setting from the web and I am pretty damn close but there is one thing that is bothering me. On a few HD channels the text and/or faces are pixelly (is that a word) or washed looking. I want to know how much it would cost to get a cal but is my television worth it? I watch basically 2 things which is Food Network and Nascar races. Thank you. Dragonsnack 06-12-11, 05:47 PM Anyone around the Wichita, KS area now/soon? Maybe interested in getting a calibration done. DroptheRemote 06-12-11, 06:44 PM Anyone around the Wichita, KS area now/soon? Maybe interested in getting a calibration done.I will be there in July. I'm sending addiitional details via PM. donnymac51 06-13-11, 07:47 PM I will be available in the Tampa/St Petersburg/Clearwater and Sarasota FL. area on the 9th and 10th of July for calibrations. I would like to set up a tour sometime in July for the Panama City and Pensacola areas of the Florida panhandle if there is enough interest. jesto 06-14-11, 03:56 PM Looking for help with a a Panasonic 4000 projector and a Pioneer 60" Kuro (last model) in Bethesda MD, washington DC metro area - anyone out there please feel free to PM me chriskekow 06-14-11, 04:55 PM Looking for Calibration in Atlanta, any help is appriciated. kazands 06-15-11, 03:23 PM I'm looking for someone to calibrate my Samsung PN59D550 which I'm using with an Onkyo TX-NR708 receiver. I'm located in Toronto, Ontario. Thanks. Cruithne 06-15-11, 03:45 PM I'm looking for someone to calibrate my Samsung PN59D550 which I'm using with an Onkyo TX-NR708 receiver. I'm located in Toronto, Ontario. Thanks. Kazands, PM sent Thanks Greg D. Quantum Vision Calibrations peanutplanters 06-20-11, 03:53 PM Anyone currently in Houston area? Have a 52" Sony Bravia XBR DroptheRemote 06-22-11, 12:08 PM I'm going to be available in Texas, Oklahoma and eastern Kansas just after the Fourth of July weekend. Here's my tour schedule: Thursday-Saturday July 7-9: Houston, TX area Sunday-Monday July 10-11: San Antonio, TX area Tuesday-Wednesday July 12-13: Austin, TX area Wednesday-Thursday, July 13-14: Dallas-Fort Worth area Friday, July 15: Oklahoma City/Tulsa/Wichita Saturday-Monday, July 16-18: Kansas City area Also, I'm available in the Charlotte and Greensboro, NC area next Monday-Tuesday, June 27-28, and in Nashville, TN on Wednesday, June 29. If you'd like to know more about, please make contact via eMail (doug AT clearlyresolved DOT com) or by phone 314-226-1705. tomtb1 06-28-11, 01:01 PM I am looking for someone to calibrate the Sony XBR 929 I got yesterday. I live in Montgomery, Alabama. Also, I am curious about calibration of my audio system. SierraMikeBravo 06-29-11, 06:55 AM PM sent! :) scooper750 06-30-11, 01:59 PM I will be available for Calibrations in Southern Georgia for the month of July. Call or PM for scheduling while slots are still open... joe801 07-02-11, 02:48 PM Anyone in the salt lake, utah area? X2Dope 07-03-11, 11:47 PM I have a 58" panasonic vt25 I'm looking to get calibrated (3000 hours). I live in Louisiana shreveport area. Pm me if you would be able to do it. Thanks!! DroptheRemote 07-04-11, 07:52 AM I have a 58" panasonic vt25 I'm looking to get calibrated (3000 hours). I live in Louisiana shreveport area. Pm me if you would be able to do it. Thanks!!I'm going to be in Texas later this week and may be able to take care of you en route. PM sent. salieri 07-04-11, 01:10 PM Hello! I live near Costa Mesa in Southern California. I would be interested in getting my Panasonic TC-P42ST30 calibrated: 1) Day viewing 2) Xbox 360 3) Night time movies Is there an ISF certified professional in my area available? Please PM with a quote, availability or respond to this thread. Thanks!!! donnymac51 07-06-11, 07:43 AM I will be available for calibrations in the Tampa/St. Pete/Clearwater areas this weekend and have one opening left for Sunday morning July 10th for anyone needing a calibration. bobwalton 07-06-11, 04:56 PM I am in Laguna Hills, CA and am looking for someone to calibrate my entire system: Panasonic TC-P54V10, Onkyo TX-SR876, etc.. crazedbinary 07-07-11, 01:49 PM Hello all. I am looking for a professional ISF calibration and audio calibration in the Dallas Texas area. I would like night/day modes and game/3d content sources done as well. This is for the the Panasonic TC-P65VT30. Please refer me or send me a pm if interested. DroptheRemote 07-07-11, 02:31 PM Hello all. I am looking for a professional ISF calibration and audio calibration in the Dallas Texas area. I would like night/day modes and game/3d content sources done as well. This is for the the Panasonic TC-P65VT30. Please refer me or send me a pm if interested.I'm in Texas from this Saturday into next week. I've sent you a private message with more details. grpape 07-07-11, 04:44 PM Hi, Looking for a calibrator in Hawaii (specifically on the island of Kauai or willing to travel there). thanks turbe 07-07-11, 04:45 PM Hi, Looking for a calibrator in Hawaii (specifically on the island of Kauai or willing to travel there). thanks My understanding is that Glen Watase (WDS AV Interiors) handles all the islands... See THIS (http://www.avsforum.com/avs-vb/showthread.php?t=1058269) list for contact info. Let him know Turbe referred you.. SierraMikeBravo 07-07-11, 07:46 PM Short Notice Tour! I'll be travelling to Denver, Colorado and along the front range and points in between the week of July 11th! I will be available for both audio and video calibrations. Please, click my link below for a list of equipment and qualifications. PM if interested! donnymac51 07-07-11, 08:43 PM I will be making a calibration tour to Atlanta, Ga. from 19-22 August. This will include all areas along the I-75 corridor between Ocala, Fl and Atlanta including but not limited to Gainesville, Valdosta, Macon and the surrounding Atlanta areas. Contact me via PM here or via my contact info in my signature below. Paladin 07-17-11, 10:15 AM Short Notice! I'm in Florida this coming week and have 2 calibration slots available on Friday, 7/22 for the West coast (Sarasota centered). Contact me here or at 612-524-8420 if I may be of service. leiff 07-17-11, 05:27 PM I just had someone come and resolder a chip on my kv-32hs500 for $150 because it wasnt turning on. I then paid the guy richard from arts tv an extra $50 to fix some minor geometry issus i was having. I was getting some minor ripples or speed bumps when panning horizontally. Nowfter his calibration those are gone but now there is massive speedbumps when camera pans vertically way worse than before. The fact is i could have lived with the geometry issues before this proffesional calibration but now its much worse andi can not. I called arts tv twice to complain but there not interested in fixing the problem. Rayjr 07-17-11, 05:44 PM I just had someone come and resolder a chip on my kv-32hs500 for $150 because it wasnt turning on. I then paid the guy richard from arts tv an extra $50 to fix some minor geometry issus i was having. I was getting some minor ripples or speed bumps when panning horizontally. Nowfter his calibration those are gone but now there is massive speedbumps when camera pans vertically way worse than before. The fact is i could have lived with the geometry issues before this proffesional calibration but now its much worse andi can not. I called arts tv twice to complain but there not interested in fixing the problem. Sounds like you had the TV repaired....not calibrated. RayJr Mr Bob 07-18-11, 01:05 AM I just had someone come and resolder a chip on my kv-32hs500 for $150 because it wasnt turning on. I then paid the guy richard from arts tv an extra $50 to fix some minor geometry issus i was having. I was getting some minor ripples or speed bumps when panning horizontally. Nowfter his calibration those are gone but now there is massive speedbumps when camera pans vertically way worse than before. The fact is i could have lived with the geometry issues before this proffesional calibration but now its much worse andi can not. I called arts tv twice to complain but there not interested in fixing the problem. I'll be glad to take over. Too bad their customer service is not up there, they are really not treating you like they should. I have long advised not using repair people for calibration purposes, because they can make it far worse than it was before in minutes, with their ingress codes and scant knowledge of calibration. Local repair people typically know nothing of the calibration process and the various landmines contained therein, you really need a seasoned CRT-adept calibrator for that. These are becoming fewer and farther between anymore, and that isn't making it any better for CRT owners. I am the exception, I love CRT and all it delivers, and want to keep them around indefinitely. See my Don't Dump Your CRT RPTV! thread - http://www.avsforum.com/avs-vb/showthread.php?t=695922&page=303 On July 6 it hit its 5th year of being here on the AVS. It just hit its 300th page and has more than 8,000 posts to date. I am not the only one around here who believes in CRT! I'm ready to trip up to SF for you and take care of this. I live in San Lorenzo, East Bay. Call me - b Lee Gallagher 07-26-11, 01:25 PM New Mexico Tour I am in the process of scheduling a tour of New Mexico, specifically, the Albuquerque area. If you are interested in scheduling an appointment, please PM or email me with your preferred dates. Thank you. donnymac51 08-08-11, 10:36 PM I will be making a calibration tour to Atlanta, Ga. from 19-22 August. This will include all areas along the I-75 corridor between Ocala, Fl and Atlanta including but not limited to Gainesville, Valdosta, Macon and the surrounding Atlanta areas. Contact me via PM here or via my contact info in my signature below. I still have some openings for my roadtrip to Atlanta next week. Now is the time to get your display ready for football season. _Mark 08-11-11, 03:12 AM Anyone willing to venture to Tuscaloosa, AL? I have the Samsung LN55C630, and am interested in Day/Night modes and basically everything that comes with calibration. Thanks, Mark. Chad B 08-11-11, 07:21 AM Anyone willing to venture to Tuscaloosa, AL? I have the Samsung LN55C630, and am interested in Day/Night modes and basically everything that comes with calibration. Thanks, Mark. I should be able to take care of you in late Sept. :) _Mark 08-11-11, 06:18 PM I should be able to take care of you in late Sept. :) Sounds awesome Chad. Would you mind PM'ing me details? Thanks donnymac51 08-12-11, 02:37 PM I will be available for calibrations in West Palm Beach, Miami and all surrounding areas on August 27-28. If you are in the Tampa/St. Petersburg/Bradenton areas I will be there September 10-11. gjlowe 08-13-11, 04:38 PM Anyone coming to the Raleigh-Durham area this fall? juanchibiris 08-14-11, 03:44 PM Anyone in Medellin, Colombia for a calibration? xD, i know is far from USA, but i donīt lose anything by ask. DroptheRemote 08-17-11, 04:17 PM Anyone coming to the Raleigh-Durham area this fall?I get to North Carolina a couple times a year and will likely be heading there in October or November. I've sent you a PM with more details. marknichelson 08-17-11, 06:43 PM Any calibrators around the Pensacola area? Chad B 08-17-11, 07:42 PM Any calibrators around the Pensacola area? I will be around there the week of Sept 18th. :) Geezer 08-17-11, 08:25 PM Have a Sharp 70" in need of calibration. In the Los Angeles area. Thanks in advance for your reply. WiFi-Spy 08-17-11, 08:33 PM Have a Sharp 70" in need of calibration. In the Los Angeles area. Thanks in advance for your reply. Get in touch with Ray from Socalht.com :) marknichelson 08-17-11, 09:14 PM I will be around there the week of Sept 18th. :) Awesome! I'll send you a PM roraniel 08-22-11, 12:22 PM Looking for a recommended calibrator in the Raleigh NC area. DroptheRemote 08-22-11, 01:40 PM Looking for a recommended calibrator in the Raleigh NC area.Scroll up six messages, or click here (http://www.avsforum.com/avs-vb/showthread.php?p=20834516#post20834516). dcrider1 08-30-11, 08:07 AM I am interested in calibration of my 65 panasonic, northwest ga. Please post or pm details and price. Thanks! WiFi-Spy 08-30-11, 08:34 PM I am interested in calibration of my 65 panasonic, northwest ga. Please post or pm details and price. Thanks! You might want to contact donnymac51 here on AVS, I'm almost positive he makes trips to your area. DroptheRemote 09-01-11, 02:30 PM I'm available in Nashville, TN area at the weekend. If anyone is interested, please make contact by phone at 314-226-1705. I may also be available in Memphis on Sunday. pokekevin 09-02-11, 06:12 PM I have a samsung D6500 and was hoping to get it calibrated. I live out in Huntington Beach California -Kevin Rayjr 09-02-11, 06:27 PM I have a samsung D6500 and was hoping to get it calibrated. I live out in Huntington Beach California -Kevin You have a PM :) R3ddlight 09-02-11, 07:16 PM Looking for a isf professional calibration. Live in the twin cities MN. My pn64d8000. Thanks Mr Bob 09-03-11, 04:00 PM pokekevin - You have a PM :) Glad you found Ray, he's a great guy. If for any reason he can't make it, let me know - b Gotchaa 09-04-11, 03:24 PM My name is John, I go by "Gotchaa" on the "Internets". My company is AVND, I am an ISF Level 2 certified calibrator that services all of Southern California. I do make trips to NorCal as well. I am based in Los Angeles, as an engineer in my day job, I love spending as much time as I can to get your display looking the best it can in your viewing environment. I offer full video calibration services as well as Audio and Home Theater Design. I also offer complete connected home networking services to get your audio/video streaming to the devices you use. Here is my contact info: AVND ISF Level II Certified Audyssey Pro Cal Southern California w/ touring trips to NorCal avnd.calibration@gmail.com umr 09-06-11, 06:31 PM I have an opening in Boston on the evening Saturday September 17th for an audio/video calibration. Please PM me if you are interested in my services in this area. AtomicAgeZombie 09-07-11, 01:45 PM I'm looking for someone local to Philadelphia. Mr Bob 09-07-11, 03:42 PM I will be flying to Dallas tomorrow, for the PrePaid Legal convention on Friday and Saturday. I have a calibration scheduled for the following day, the Sunday, and am scheduling cals for various times that upcoming week, in Dallas, San Antonio, Lubbock and surrounding areas. I will be doing primarily CRT tech - front and rear projection RPTVs and ceiling projectors - but also all the new flat panels and fixed pixel projectors. If anyone wants to just have their CRT RPTV optics cleaned, that is being offered too. It's a great way to restore that "new set" sparkle and gleam back into your picture without having to spring for a complete CRT level calibration, which of course includes all those structural things that a normal ISF calibration does not cover. Contact me ASAP if you want in on this trip - b zandc 09-11-11, 01:12 PM Looking for someone in Norman, Oklahoma. New PN59D8000. DroptheRemote 09-11-11, 02:33 PM Looking for someone in Norman, Oklahoma. New PN59D8000.zandc, I'm going to be doing a tour of Texas and Oklahoma in mid-October. I'd be happy to take care of you then. I've sent you a private message with more details. In the meantime, you can read more about my background and experience here: http://www.isfforum.com/details/clearly-resolved.html lsmd19 09-11-11, 05:14 PM I just purchased a 55GT30. Looking to have it calibrated in the near future. (only has 20hrs) I am in the Los Angeles area (Downey,Ca). Any recommendatons on a calibrator that can calibrate my set to it's fullest potential? Rayjr 09-11-11, 05:30 PM You have pm. turbe 09-11-11, 06:25 PM I just purchased a 55GT30. Looking to have it calibrated in the near future. (only has 20hrs) I am in the Los Angeles area (Downey,Ca). Any recommendatons on a calibrator that can calibrate my set to it's fullest potential? David Abrams is one Local Calibrator I would recommend.. www.avical.com For others, see the List(s) in my signature below David Abrams 09-11-11, 07:48 PM Greetings, Thank you for the recommendation Turbe. :) lsmd19, As Turbe mentioned, we are based in Los Angeles and would be happy to assist with the calibration of your Panasonic. Please feel free to contact me at dave@avical.com for details. Good Pictures! :) Dave umr 09-11-11, 08:01 PM Looking for someone in Norman, Oklahoma. New PN59D8000. I will be in your area in October. More info on my services is available at www.accucalhd.com. HDReady 09-19-11, 02:14 PM Purchased a Panasonic Plasma 65" {TC-P65VT30} over the weekend. Expected delivery some time this week. Looking for professional calibration. I live in Willow Grove, PA (near Philadelphia). DroptheRemote 09-21-11, 03:38 PM I'm going to be in the Minneapolis-St. Paul area next week and have a couple of openings (morning and afternoon) on Wednesday, Sep 28. If anyone in the Twin Cities area is interested in booking with me for these dates and times, you can contact me via 314-226-1705 to discuss details and arrangements. Tomaay 09-27-11, 01:28 PM I have a new TC-P65VT30. Just got it 3 days ago. Seems great so far but I know it can be better than out of the box and would like presets for night and day viewing, etc. Mine was manufactured in July 2011 and I've heard that some have had parts replaced and that the ones made in August and later don't need them. I don't have the specific posts to read on that and don't really know if I need it or not or what to look for. I want to do a calibration but also want to wait until it is burned in enough and have any parts replaced that are needed 1st so I don't loose settings etc and it is in it's "final" state. I have seen a few calibrators that come to VA (I'm in Waterford, outside of Leesburg in Northern, VA). Can someone chime in and say who is really good that comes to my area regularly? So far I've found (in no particular order) Chad B, Tom Huffman, and heard of D-Nice but can't find where he is yet. Thoughts? Please send me a PM to start a conversation and get rest of contact information so we can proceed to scheduling a calibration when appropriate. Thanks. Tom laxin213 09-28-11, 09:23 AM Any suggestions on calibrations working in Buffalo, NY? I have a Samsung UN55C6500 55" Series 6 1080p Edge LED 120Hz HDTV. I have tried the DVE and S&M DVDs but I am unhappy with the skin tones still, contrast and brightness. Please PM me and thank you. dcorban 10-03-11, 08:32 AM I live in the Toronto area and could use some help. I have a simple Sony CRT (KV-32FS120), two of them to be exact. I'd be interested in getting at least one calibrated, possibly both. I also have two main issues that I'd like corrected. One set has convergence problems in the two left corners. Do calibrators often tinker with the magnets in the chassis? The other set has physically broken front panel input. The buttons are broken off and the video inputs are loose and flakey. If replacement parts are available, I'd like to get that fixed. DroptheRemote 10-03-11, 08:55 AM I will be touring in Texas during mid-October, with additional dates in western Tennessee/east Arkansas, Oklahoma and Kansas City. Tues-Wed, October 11-12 -- Memphis TN & Little Rock AR areas Thu-Fri, October 13-14 -- Houston TX area Sat, October 15 -- Corpus Christi TX area Sun-Wed, October 16-19 -- Austin TX area Wed-Fri, October 19-21 -- Dallas-Fort Worth TX area Sat, October 22 -- Oklahoma City/Tulsa OK area Sun-Tues, October 23-25 -- Kansas City and Columbia MO areas You can contact me via phone (314-226-1705) or eMail (doug AT clearlyresolved DOT com) to get additional information about my services or to discuss scheduling options. You can read more information about my experience and background here: http://www.isfforum.com/details/clearly-resolved.html Mr Bob 10-03-11, 12:28 PM I live in the Toronto area and could use some help. I have a simple Sony CRT (KV-32FS120), two of them to be exact. I'd be interested in getting at least one calibrated, possibly both. I also have two main issues that I'd like corrected. One set has convergence problems in the two left corners. Do calibrators often tinker with the magnets in the chassis? The other set has physically broken front panel input. The buttons are broken off and the video inputs are loose and flakey. If replacement parts are available, I'd like to get that fixed. Sony was one of the only brands to have a set of trimpot controls in their direct views for dialing in the pic. This places Sonys head and shoulders above most brands in the capacity to straighten out and finely tune your picture. They are not the point system, which happened only on their projection sets, but they are still highly effective in dialing in the best picture possible on a direct view, whether it's HD or not. Later their 34" HDready direct view had its own set of controls in the service menu. Again, very rare in direct views. I may have a G90 calibration coming up in Ontario. Contact me, I would be glad to dial in your Sonys and find or fabricate parts, if possible, for your second set. b umr 10-03-11, 01:14 PM I have an opening on Oct 16th in Oklahoma City. Please PM me if you are interested in audio or video calibration. ryanker 10-04-11, 12:20 PM If anyone has suggestions for a calibration (65VT30) in the kansas city area, I would appreciate it. umr 10-04-11, 12:26 PM If anyone has suggestions for a calibration (65VT30) in the kansas city area, I would appreciate it. I travel to that area and can be there on Oct 19th. I also have a technique to get identical color from Low/Mid/High panel levels. PM me if you are interested. SierraMikeBravo 10-04-11, 05:05 PM I live in that area (Kansas City) and am available any time! PM sent. :) donnymac51 10-05-11, 02:39 PM I will be in the West Palm Beach/Ft. Lauderdale/ Miami Fl. areas October 15-16. Contact me soon to set up an appt. for video calibrations. Jonnygothisgun 10-06-11, 01:02 PM Looking for a professional calibration for my Mits 73640 I live in the south jersey area(20 mins from Philly) umr 10-06-11, 03:50 PM Looking for a professional calibration for my Mits 73640 I live in the south jersey area(20 mins from Philly) I will be there in early November and have many happy LaerVue clients. These are very difficult displays to do. PM me if you are interested. mgoldb2 10-09-11, 09:13 PM Checking to see if there any calibrator's that does work in Lexington Park maryland (zip: 20653). I don't need it in the imediate future but my current plans is to purchase either a Sony 65HX929 or a Sharp elite PRO-60X5FD in NOV/DEC and would want to get calibration done on it sometime between DEC-FEB. Leaning toward the PRO-60X5FD but going to give the 65HX929 till december to acturally be released and see if any improvements are made from the 55 inch model. Also cant find any store's that has the PRO-60X5FD on display without driving a few hours so till I get around to making the drive wont be making any decisions. Also I throw out there I would be interested in getting my Audio calibrator as well. I been using the following equipment for about 8 month. Pioneer 1120 receiver Klipsch RF-52 X2 Klipsch RS-52 X2 Klipsch RC-52 Klipsch Rw-10d Chad B 10-10-11, 06:20 AM Checking to see if there any calibrator's that does work in Lexington Park maryland (zip: 20653). I don't need it in the imediate future but my current plans is to purchase either a Sony 65HX929 or a Sharp elite PRO-60X5FD in NOV/DEC and would want to get calibration done on it sometime between DEC-FEB. Leaning toward the PRO-60X5FD but going to give the 65HX929 till december to acturally be released and see if any improvements are made from the 55 inch model. Also cant find any store's that has the PRO-60X5FD on display without driving a few hours so till I get around to making the drive wont be making any decisions. Also I throw out there I would be interested in getting my Audio calibrator as well. I been using the following equipment for about 8 month. Pioneer 1120 receiver Klipsch RF-52 X2 Klipsch RS-52 X2 Klipsch RC-52 Klipsch Rw-10d I service Maryland every couple months. Next time will be around Thanksgiving. I do audio also. You can Google search AVS for my last name, "Billheimer", simply search the display forum for "Chad", or go to my website for references. umr 10-10-11, 07:06 AM Checking to see if there any calibrator's that does work in Lexington Park maryland (zip: 20653). I don't need it in the imediate future but my current plans is to purchase either a Sony 65HX929 or a Sharp elite PRO-60X5FD in NOV/DEC and would want to get calibration done on it sometime between DEC-FEB. Leaning toward the PRO-60X5FD but going to give the 65HX929 till december to acturally be released and see if any improvements are made from the 55 inch model. Also cant find any store's that has the PRO-60X5FD on display without driving a few hours so till I get around to making the drive wont be making any decisions. Also I throw out there I would be interested in getting my Audio calibrator as well. I been using the following equipment for about 8 month. Pioneer 1120 receiver Klipsch RF-52 X2 Klipsch RS-52 X2 Klipsch RC-52 Klipsch Rw-10d I will be there in November and March. ToroTaku 10-15-11, 04:15 PM Big THANKS to Gotchaa! My 55GT30 looks great. No more fBR issues either. I really appreciate walking me through the process and showing me the before and after results. I really enjoyed the detail in your explanations of what you were doing. Thanks for tweaking my PS3 as well. So glad I found a calibrator in the SoCal area. Call you again soon to do the new panel when I get it. mj121983 10-15-11, 10:11 PM I have a p65vt30 that will be delivered next week. I'm looking for a reputable calibrator in the Chicago/southwest suburbs area. SierraMikeBravo 10-16-11, 12:26 AM I will be travelling near the Chicago area the week of the 24th of this month. Contact me via PM for details! :) umr 10-16-11, 06:52 AM I have a p65vt30 that will be delivered next week. I'm looking for a reputable calibrator in the Chicago/southwest suburbs area. I will be there November 2nd. DroptheRemote 10-16-11, 08:02 AM I have a p65vt30 that will be delivered next week. I'm looking for a reputable calibrator in the Chicago/southwest suburbs area.I'll be in Chicago in mid-November if Shawn is too early for you. loonyboi 10-20-11, 09:09 AM I recently purchased a Panasonic VIERA TC-P50GT30 plasma, and would like to have that, along with my full AV setup properly calibrated. Anyone near Olney, MD who does both audio and video? This will be my Chanukah present from my very understanding wife. :) umr 10-20-11, 09:23 AM I recently purchased a Panasonic VIERA TC-P50GT30 plasma, and would like to have that, along with my full AV setup properly calibrated. Anyone near Olney, MD who does both audio and video? This will be my Chanukah present from my very understanding wife. :) I will be in your area in mid November. Aking1 10-21-11, 04:29 PM Hey Guys, Im pretty new to the thread but have been looking through these sites and forums trying to find correct calibration settings for my d7000 Samsung and although some of the settings on here got them better, something was still off. I decided I would have my new TV professional calibrated and called up "Gotchaa" (the name he goes by in the forums) and wow, what a difference he made! He was very professional, super friendly and showed me pre and post reports and my pre reports were WAY off the mark. He took the time to explain everything he was doing, he took his time to ensure I got the best picture quality I could. He even checked movies afterwards to make sure everything looked great. I HIGHLY recommend him for anyone that needs a calibration. I live in Hollywood and he drove right over and did the whole setup. My TV looks amazing! Every panel is different it seems and although I thought I could get away with just the settings on here, it was WAY off. Give him a call if you need a pro calibration. No question. TweakerInWA 10-23-11, 08:01 AM Any of the knuckleheads here service the Syracuse, NY area ?? Seen a couple southern Ontario guy's, but nothing for central, NY..It's bad enough I have to live here for another two years, please god don't make me look at an uncalibrated picture as I do it !!!!! Wouldn't mind having a Canadian do it as I watch lot's of hockey (Rangers fan) so I'm assuming you'd provide the best "hockey" calibration. It will account for 50% of my viewing this time of year !!!! :) seriously though..just looking for a calibrator in the CNY area. :) Mr Bob 10-23-11, 01:27 PM I am presently in Wakefield MA, near Boston, and have someone in NY conteimplating having me over, but needs to go in with somebody else on the travel expenses. If you're interested, contact me at once - I will flying out Tuesday to go back to CA if my work sere is done. I have done 2 major 2 day each calibrations and am taking today off. Would like to do 1 or 2 more before I go back to CA - b Doug Blackburn 10-24-11, 05:29 PM Any of the knuckleheads here service the Syracuse, NY area ?? Seen a couple southern Ontario guy's, but nothing for central, NY..It's bad enough I have to live here for another two years, please god don't make me look at an uncalibrated picture as I do it !!!!! Wouldn't mind having a Canadian do it as I watch lot's of hockey (Rangers fan) so I'm assuming you'd provide the best "hockey" calibration. It will account for 50% of my viewing this time of year !!!! :) seriously though..just looking for a calibrator in the CNY area. :) You have a calibrator who lives in Fairport, NY, east of Rochster. Check www.isfforum.com for his information. http://www.isfforum.com/sobi2/ISF-Forum-Calibrators/Americas/United-States/New-York.html Dave Hancock dhancock@rochester.rr.com He's a good guy and will do good work for you. Mr Bob 10-25-11, 07:19 AM I am presently in Wakefield MA, near Boston, and have someone in NY conteimplating having me over, but needs to go in with somebody else on the travel expenses. If you're interested, contact me at once - I will flying out Tuesday to go back to CA if my work sere is done. I have done 2 major 2 day each calibrations and am taking today off. Would like to do 1 or 2 more before I go back to CA - b Due to 2 new jobs that came in in the area here, I'll be staying till at least Thursday now. Can stay another day or 2. Just want to be back in CA for the Halloween weekend! b dsskid 10-26-11, 07:22 AM http://www.avsforum.com/avs-vb/attachment.php?attachmentid=157654&d=1257686670 New York: Long Island & New York City Vicinity Equipment: Sencore OTC1000 Xrite Eye-one Pro CalMAN Calibration Software CalMAN DPG1000 Pattern Generator Calibration Discs: Spears & Musil, DVE BD, ISF/Monster cholly 10-26-11, 12:53 PM Any of the knuckleheads here service the Syracuse, NY area ?? In checking the ISF web site, I find two certified calibrators in Syracuse proper: United Radio Service 167 Berkshire Ave. email: thxws@thxws.com Syracuse, NY 13208 United States 315-382-5303 Custom Audio-Video Calibrations 102 Lake Country Dr. Syracuse, NY 13209 United States 315-468-2864 dsskid 10-26-11, 12:56 PM Any of the knuckleheads here service the Syracuse, NY area ?? I'd never let someone considered a "knucklehead" touch any of my displays, nor would I look for one. Michael Osadciw 10-26-11, 03:45 PM TweakerInWA, I no longer do calibrations in the U.S. as I prefer to stay on my side of the border. As the other guys have posted here, there are plenty of calibrators who cover those areas, be it local or by travel. I have updated my AVS profile to reflect this change. Good luck in your search. Mark Basile 10-26-11, 05:50 PM I am looking for an ISF calibrator for Greensboro, NC. I've called a couple from the ISF list but they have not gotten back to me. Thanks! Can anyone help? Rayjr 10-26-11, 07:34 PM I am looking for an ISF calibrator for Greensboro, NC. I've called a couple from the ISF list but they have not gotten back to me. Thanks! Can anyone help? Here is a list that may help you out: THX Certified Video Calibrator (http://www.thxvideotech.com/forum/showthread.php?542-THX-Certified-Video-Calibrator) Hope this helps RayJr TweakerInWA 10-27-11, 12:28 PM I'd never let someone considered a "knucklehead" touch any of my displays, nor would I look for one. Just meant to take all the "seriousness" out of the anal retentiveness associated with this topic. I know it's a "serious business", but I like having fun, well at least try to have fun when I do anything. Thus the reference to hockey as well.. On That note: Rangers FINALLY have their home opener tonight against the Leafs !!!!:D It's been a long road trip to start the season.. Europe ----> Long Island ----> Vancouver -----> Calgary ----> Edmonton -----> Winnipeg.... Talk about some frequent flyer miles...:eek: Always a way to work a little hockey into a calibration thread !!!:p sboychuck 10-30-11, 12:44 AM I have a new TV coming to replace my old Sony WEGA KV36XBR800. I am afraid to turn it off as it may not start up again. Three error codes just started. I am going to run the "slides" and then looking for calibration in my area. If anyone in the area is available, let me know. By the way, since plasma's age over time, how long would a calibration be good for? Thanks in advance. Steven. Michael Osadciw 10-30-11, 12:42 PM Tweaker - we would definitely get along if I still travelled south of the border. Any hockey lover is a friend of mine! Do you get CBC Hockey Night in Canada with Over-The-Air HD accross the lake? Mr Bob 10-31-11, 01:38 PM I have a new TV coming to replace my old Sony WEGA KV36XBR800. I am afraid to turn it off as it may not start up again. Three error codes just started. I am going to run the "slides" and then looking for calibration in my area. If anyone in the area is available, let me know. By the way, since plasma's age over time, how long would a calibration be good for? Thanks in advance. Steven. I just got back from a great cal tour on the East Coast in the Boston area, will be glad to fly down to So Cal from No Cal to take care of your calibration and your repair as well, if you wish - b crankbait 10-31-11, 09:16 PM Took delivery on my TCP65GT30 about 200 viewing hours ago. Was looking to use Craig Rounds as he does a great job and he did my last set but I believe he is out with medical issues. If I do not hear back from him does anyone have any plans to be in the northern IL area over the next couple months? shadmeister66 11-01-11, 10:29 PM Are there or does anyone know of any ISF calibrators in Northern Michigan -particularly in the N.E. part of Northern Michigan -Alpena area? 49707, 49766 Help is very much appreciated! Thank you AVS'ers! Shad shadmeister66 11-01-11, 10:32 PM Calibrator needed Particularly for the Panasonic VT 30. ISF calibrators please - N.E. Michigan area. Thanks! Any help appreciated. Shad umr 11-02-11, 10:05 AM Are there or does anyone know of any ISF calibrators in Northern Michigan -particularly in the N.E. part of Northern Michigan -Alpena area? 49707, 49766 Help is very much appreciated! Thank you AVS'ers! Shad I go up there, but it is too late to get on my list for this year. I will be back again in March. shadmeister66 11-02-11, 06:03 PM I go up there, but it is too late to get on my list for this year. I will be back again in March. umr, That would be great! The timing might work out just right as I am expecting delivery of my Panny VT30 sometime this month. How do you want to handle? Contact,etc.? Thanks, Shad umr 11-02-11, 06:41 PM Just go fill out this form www.accucalhd.com/pricing-quote.htm. shadmeister66 11-02-11, 07:58 PM I would like to post an interesting twist to this discussion. If someone were not able to "ever" get a VT 30 ISF calibrated, or for that matter a Samsung 7000 or 8000, what would be the best/better one to go with in light of no calibration? I have heard the Samsung's are easier to potentially attempt calibration yourself but maybe this is really not much of an option for high quality picture? Perhaps the calibration of a Panny VT 30 or the Samsung 7000/8000 should not really be a determining factor in the decision process? Maybe calibration is not necessary for a high quality picture/etc.? What do the AVS forum members and professional calibrators think on this topic? Shad dsskid 11-03-11, 06:18 AM I answered this question that you posted in the other thread. If you go to Value Electronic's webpage, they have the before and after calibration reports of all the panels tested at this years shootout. Compare the before calibration reports and you'll know which one tested best out of the box. JoeBloggz 11-03-11, 09:36 AM I go up there, but it is too late to get on my list for this year. I will be back again in March. umr, Any plans to come to MA in the near future? Looking to get my Pio 111FD calibrated :) JoeBloggz 11-03-11, 09:41 AM I just got back from a great cal tour on the East Coast in the Boston area, will be glad to fly down to So Cal from No Cal to take care of your calibration and your repair as well, if you wish - b Oh man! Sorry I missed this. Do you do Pio Elites? TweakerInWA 11-06-11, 11:53 AM Tweaker - we would definitely get along if I still travelled south of the border. Any hockey lover is a friend of mine! Do you get CBC Hockey Night in Canada with Over-The-Air HD accross the lake? Haven't tried an OTA, but I pretty much have it covered with NHL network (they always show the 7:00 HNIC game)..Then of course Center Ice...Lucky enough to have MSG-HD for all Rangers games. Great game last night whooping up the Habs :) donnymac51 11-09-11, 12:17 AM I will be available for calibrations in the West Palm Beach, Ft. Lauderdale and Miami Fl. areas November 19-20. I am tentatively scheduled to return to these areas December 17-18. Contact me soon for an appointment. Gotchaa 11-10-11, 09:39 AM I will be up in the Bay Area Nov 18-20th Mr Bob 11-10-11, 04:47 PM Oh man! Sorry I missed this. Do you do Pio Elites? Yes. Old and new. CRT front and rear projection, HD or non-HD, and flat screen. A Baltimore area tour is being formed as we speak. Be glad to get you in on it. Contact me directly please, by email or phone. b Mr Bob 11-10-11, 04:48 PM I will be up in the Bay Area Nov 18-20th You must stop by and see my fully tricked out 73" CRT! ;) b Gotchaa 11-10-11, 08:38 PM You must stop by and see my fully tricked out 73" CRT! ;) b If time permits PM me your info.. NEXT1 11-16-11, 09:03 AM Anyone Calibrators close to Eastern Kentucky/Southern West Virginia/ Southwestern Virginia? Chad B 11-16-11, 09:16 AM Anyone Calibrators close to Eastern Kentucky/Southern West Virginia/ Southwestern Virginia? I go through there regularly. I might be able do it the morning after Thanksgiving (this Friday) depending on your exact location. umr 11-19-11, 10:21 AM Anyone Calibrators close to Eastern Kentucky/Southern West Virginia/ Southwestern Virginia? I was just there and will return in March. I am just about finished scheduling a trip to California. Please PM me if you want me to work on your system in that state. moonlightdrive21 11-19-11, 10:29 PM Hey folks !! Any recommendations for calibrators from the central New Jersey area, who are good, have a known track record on the AV forum and are affordable? I have a first generation Pioneer Elite Plasma TV. Thanks!!! Dave umr 11-20-11, 06:33 AM Hey folks !! Any recommendations for calibrators from the central New Jersey area, who are good, have a known track record on the AV forum and are affordable? I have a first generation Pioneer Elite Plasma TV. Thanks!!! Dave If you have a 1G Pioneer Elite I would invest in a display before a calibration. If you can find a 151FD or 111FD Pioneer that would be a great place to start. I do travel to your area and was there last week. Info on my pricing is at www.accucalhd.com/pricing.htm. blackblaze 11-20-11, 01:03 PM Looking for someone in the BWI MD area for a calibration, TV and AVR. Let me know. moonlightdrive21 11-20-11, 07:24 PM If you have a 1G Pioneer Elite I would invest in a display before a calibration. If you can find a 151FD or 111FD Pioneer that would be a great place to start. I do travel to your area and was there last week. Info on my pricing is at www.accucalhd.com/pricing.htm. Thanks Jeff !! Anodyne 11-20-11, 08:21 PM Looking for ISF calibrators in the Charlotte, NC area. Please post your website/contact info. Thanks! Mael 11-21-11, 10:08 AM I was fortunate enough to have my Panasonic 55VT30 calibrated by Gotchaa this weekend. I live in the Bay Area and managed to catch him as part of a Northern California calibration tour. My set up is a little different than most which added a layer of complexity to the whole process. All my content, including cable television, comes from my HTPC. Upon his arrival, we determined through the use of calibration test patterns, that my video card could not limit its color range to the standard 16-235 range. In addition, there was no setting in the ATI Catalyst Control software enable this (for ATI video cards, this setting appears to only be available on video cards that have an HDMI output). This meant that my video card, in combination with the VT30, was effectively clipping lower end blacks and upper end whites. No amount of calibration was going to change this. At this point Gotchaa proceeded to calibrate ISF day and ISF night modes on all my inputs while I quickly ran to Best Buy for a new video card. I managed to finish installing a new GTX 550 and set the output to 16-235 as he finished up the calibration. I must say that setting the video card to limit its output to 16-235 made a big difference on the various test patterns. Now we could see all the subtle gradations in the various test patters where none could be see before. With the new video card installed and configured and the the calibration complete, we started viewing various different blu-ray content and I was blown away by the level of improvement in the picture. Color accuracy, clarity, and black level were all outstanding. Gotchaa took the time to review my calibration report, showing me the before and after settings. Overall I'm very pleased with his work and would highly recommend his services to anyone needing ISF calibration. Doug Blackburn 11-22-11, 11:29 AM You should NOT limit video to 235 on the top end. Digital values above 235 (236-254) are "legal" in Blu-ray and other consumer video sources. And these values do show up in most consumer video content. You really need to have a test pattern that shows digital values from about 210-254 in order to evaluate this properly. If you NEVER see any steps above 235, the display (or video board) is forcing every digital value above 235 to the same luminance level as 235 so you can potentially lose detail in highlights (like reflections from chrome, a crystal chandelier, etc. It's not the end of the world to have detail stop at 235, but eliminating steps above 235 is not good practice. Steps below 16 (black) are generally not present in consumer video and if they are they are just "mistakes" that can be changed to 16 without affecting the image. But being able to see steps below 16 makes setup of the Brightness control using a Pluge pattern that has below-black, black, and above black bars a little easier. But if black information stops at 16 (0-15 are all the same level, black, as 16), that's not really an issue. tuskir911 11-22-11, 11:51 AM Are there in calibrators in south FL area (I'm at Sunny Isles Beach)? Please PM me, need my WD82840 calibrated :D buzzard767 11-22-11, 12:48 PM Are there in calibrators in south FL area (I'm at Sunny Isles Beach)? Please PM me, need my WD82840 calibrated :D PM sent. K.G. 11-23-11, 04:49 PM I have a C3X 1080P 3 chip projector. I am looking for someone to calibrate that. I also like to get the geometry set right. I am using a anamorphic lens for 2.35 . K.G umr 11-23-11, 05:38 PM I have a C3X 1080P 3 chip projector. I am looking for someone to calibrate that. I also like to get the geometry set right. I am using a anamorphic lens for 2.35 . K.G KG I have had great results with these. PM me if you want help with this. I also recommend audio calibration. donetoperfection 11-23-11, 08:03 PM Im new to the AVS. Ive been reading the site for a few years but just actually registered because I'm in need of a good calibrator. I bought the last Pioneer Elite pro 101fd BB had in the box before they were discontinued. I new i wanted the pioneer from reading all the reviews and posts on here. I live in the Allentown Pa area. I read somewhere that D-nice would be in the area soon and tried to pm him with no response. I don't even know if he got the pm. I have the set about a year and a half with setting I got off this site. I love the picture but I know its only scratching the surface of the sets potential. Any help would be greatly appreciated,thanks... Robert Pioneer Pro 101fd Pace HD DVR Sony bd330 Bluray Rotel 1067 Reciever B&W spreakers turbe 11-23-11, 09:46 PM Im new to the AVS. Ive been reading the site for a few years but just actually registered because I'm in need of a good calibrator. I bought the last Pioneer Elite pro 101fd BB had in the box before they were discontinued. I new i wanted the pioneer from reading all the reviews and posts on here. I live in the Allentown Pa area. I read somewhere that D-nice would be in the area soon and tried to pm him with no response. I don't even know if he got the pm. I have the set about a year and a half with setting I got off this site. I love the picture but I know its only scratching the surface of the sets potential. Any help would be greatly appreciated,thanks... Robert Pioneer Pro 101fd Pace HD DVR Sony bd330 Bluray Rotel 1067 Reciever B&W spreakers Did you try D-Nice's email? d-nice at audiovideofidelity.com obviously, replace the 'at' with '@'. If he can't make it, check HERE (http://www.avsforum.com/avs-vb/showthread.php?t=1058269) for Calibrators. . SanDiegoinHD 11-24-11, 12:45 AM Hello. I am searching for an ISF Calibrator. I am located in San Diego, CA and just purchased a BenQ-W6000. Thanks. JJ Rayjr 11-24-11, 09:08 AM Hello. I am searching for an ISF Calibrator. I am located in San Diego, CA and just purchased a BenQ-W6000. Thanks. JJ Here is a list that should help you find a calibrator: THX Certified Video Calibrator (http://www.thxvideotech.com/forum/showthread.php?542-THX-Certified-Video-Calibrator) Hope this helps RayJr Gotchaa 11-24-11, 10:45 AM You should NOT limit video to 235 on the top end. Digital values above 235 (236-254) are "legal" in Blu-ray and other consumer video sources. And these values do show up in most consumer video content. You really need to have a test pattern that shows digital values from about 210-254 in order to evaluate this properly. If you NEVER see any steps above 235, the display (or video board) is forcing every digital value above 235 to the same luminance level as 235 so you can potentially lose detail in highlights (like reflections from chrome, a crystal chandelier, etc. It's not the end of the world to have detail stop at 235, but eliminating steps above 235 is not good practice. Steps below 16 (black) are generally not present in consumer video and if they are they are just "mistakes" that can be changed to 16 without affecting the image. But being able to see steps below 16 makes setup of the Brightness control using a Pluge pattern that has below-black, black, and above black bars a little easier. But if black information stops at 16 (0-15 are all the same level, black, as 16), that's not really an issue. Doug, it was not limited to 235, setting the display to video levels vs. PC allowed for well above 235 without crushing blacks or white when set properly, this was checked with Spears Munsil from the HTPC in both modes as well as directly from a pattern generator. Mr Bob 11-24-11, 11:24 AM Holy Cow Dave Harper!!! You said ISF is in Florida, so I decided to see where they're located. They're about 5-10 minutes from my house!! Didn't even know it, too darned funny. I have an elderly Pioneer SD-532HD5 like this one. http://www4.shopping.com/xFS?KW=pioneer+sd-532hd5&FN=TV+and+Video&FD=85747 I might just need to have this thing calibrated some day. It works OK and has been moved across the country twice, in storage for a couple years, never been touched except when I used the Avia disk set it up initially and when I moved here in Boca Raton 3 years ago. Just noticed this post in another thread, from way back in '05. Just so you know, those "elderly" CRT RPTVs are not old, they have a 20 year service life - or more, I've seen it, recently heard about a 29 year old Panny CRT 50" that's still cranking away just fine - and at today's stage are only halfway thru it. I know of an "old" curved screen Sears CRT whose guns fire at the hinged mirror that you pull out to start it up, that's still cranking away just fine too. We've been looking for someone to take it home and keep it going. Well treated by their owners re. usage, light levels and screenburn, they are capable of WAY better than new performance, even at 11 years old. I am being flown all over the country cleaning and calibrating these "elderly" beasts, which are capable of incredible HD, head and shoulders better than a lot of the "affordable" fixed pixel offerings out there in today's marketplace. And better looking in some ways than all fixed pixel offerings. The main thing that not everybody knows about them is that their optics need to be cleaned yearly, and on some brands - like the Pioneers, be they Elite or non-Elite - the "deeper optics" need it every few years as well. That's because of the air gap between the lens barrels and the CRT coolant covers, where 6 additional surfaces get invaded by dust, soot, smoke and all manner of other airborn contaminants, and thus compromised because of the high voltage turning them into powerful, continuous dust magnets every moment they are powered on. There's 28 optical surfaces in there that need to stay crystal clear, 10 of which get compromised because of the HV. When all 28 surfaces are clean and polished and you have a crystal clear light path, the results are truly astounding. Like getting a brand new TV for a simple hour's work. Just doing this one thing gives your "elderly" set a brand new looking picture - in my area my calibrations are called "The Sparkle Process" - and calibration after that is just incredible icing on the cake. I started the "Don't Dump Your CRT RPTV!" thread here on AVS more than 5 years ago, and it is still going strong, with over 300 complete pages so far and over 9000 posts. If you have a CRT RPTV at all, HD or non-HD, I invite you to go over there and check it out. http://www.avsforum.com/avs-vb/showthread.php?t=695922&page=327 If you have a CRT RPTV or know someone who does and want info about how to do your optics cleaning with no damage - those soft plastic surfaces in there are incredibly delicate, vulnerable and easily scratched, and any damage to them is permanent - contact me directly, by email or phone. No pm's please! Thx - Mr Bob Gotchaa 11-27-11, 11:40 AM I will be in the Arizona Area Dec. 3-4th. umr 11-28-11, 12:05 PM I will be in Arkansas, Alabama, Georgia, Louisiana, Missouri, Mississippi and Texas in January. Please go to my website at www.accucalhd.com/pricing-quote.htm if you are interested in my services. Mr Bob 11-29-11, 10:33 AM I am contemplating going "home for the holidays" to Portland OR, but would prefer to have a job or 2 to do while there. Let me know if you live there or closeby to there, and are ready for a calibration or even just an optics cleaning, which is essential not only for CRT tech, but any projection tech, like DLP, LCOS, etc. b Willis71 12-01-11, 05:46 PM I'm located in Alabama and I need a Panasonic calibrated, can anyone help? Chad B 12-01-11, 06:24 PM I'm located in Alabama and I need a Panasonic calibrated, can anyone help? Depending on where you are in Alabama I may be able to do it in a couple weeks. LMK. Willis71 12-01-11, 08:45 PM I'm in Montgomery. Let me know the pricing for your services, and how to contact you. umr 12-01-11, 10:49 PM I'm in Montgomery. Let me know the pricing for your services, and how to contact you. I will be there in late January. More info on my services is at www.accucalhd.com/pricing-quote.htm. Famouss 12-02-11, 04:29 AM Hello guys, I have been searching around but couldn't find any answer so I came here. Does anyone know of any tv calibrators that are in the South Texas area? I have purchased the Panasonic vt30 and want to know where to get it calibrated. So far I haven't found any information. Any reply would be grateful. umr 12-02-11, 06:50 AM Hello guys, I have been searching around but couldn't find any answer so I came here. Does anyone know of any tv calibrators that are in the South Texas area? I have purchased the Panasonic vt30 and want to know where to get it calibrated. So far I haven't found any information. Any reply would be grateful. I will be there in Texas in January. www.accucalhd.com/pricing-quote.htm blownalcohol 12-02-11, 06:21 PM I have the sony vpl vw70 projector, and a panny p54g25 I an in Shelby, NC Who do you recommend? I am more interested in getting the sony projector calibrated. PM or email tkwok 12-03-11, 01:38 AM I am about to get my Sony Bravia HX929 LED TV in a few days. Is there any ISF Calibrators here that works in the Los Angeles area? umr 12-03-11, 07:35 AM I am about to get my Sony Bravia HX929 LED TV in a few days. Is there any ISF Calibrators here that works in the Los Angeles area? I will be there in February. D-Nice 12-03-11, 09:57 AM I am about to get my Sony Bravia HX929 LED TV in a few days. Is there any ISF Calibrators here that works in the Los Angeles area? I will be there in two weeks. PM sent. Cal68 12-04-11, 02:58 PM Jeff Meier came by my house two weeks ago to calibrate my home theater system. He calibrated both my JVC Projector as well as my sound system. The difference between the before and after PQ and SQ is night and day. I'm absolutely stunned at how the sound quality has improved because I had run the Audyssey room EQ on my Integra 80.2 pre-pro and thought that that was the best that I could get in my room. But after Jeff was done with it, the improvement in SQ is unbelievable. Anyone who is on the fence about PQ and SQ calibration should definitely contact him. Jeff went out of his way to accommodate me because I was traveling on business and could only meet with him on Sunday. I recommend him in the strongest possible way. Thanks Jeff. Cal68 eRob 12-05-11, 05:54 AM I own a Sony 60NX810. Will any ISF Calibrators be in the Fort Smith, Arkansas area anytime soon? umr 12-05-11, 07:55 AM I own a Sony 60NX810. Will any ISF Calibrators be in the Fort Smith, Arkansas area anytime soon? I will be there in January. DroptheRemote 12-05-11, 10:35 AM I have the sony vpl vw70 projector, and a panny p54g25 I an in Shelby, NC Who do you recommend? I am more interested in getting the sony projector calibrated. PM or emailI am planning to be in your general area as part of a NC-SC-GA-TN tour in early January. I've sent you a private message with more details. DroptheRemote 12-05-11, 10:40 AM I own a Sony 60NX810. Will any ISF Calibrators be in the Fort Smith, Arkansas area anytime soon?I'd be available to take care of you in February, as I'll be on tour in TX-OK-KS during the first part of that month. I'm also sending you a private message with more details. umr 12-05-11, 10:51 AM I have the sony vpl vw70 projector, and a panny p54g25 I an in Shelby, NC Who do you recommend? I am more interested in getting the sony projector calibrated. PM or email I will be in your area in January. mthomas47 12-06-11, 09:08 AM I will be in your area in January. I am in Columbia, SC. I have a WD92840 I would like to get calibrated. Do you think that same January time-frame might work? umr 12-06-11, 09:15 AM I am in Columbia, SC. I have a WD92840 I would like to get calibrated. Do you think that same January time-frame might work? It would. Just fill out this form www.accucalhd.com/pricing-quote.htm. villarrr 12-08-11, 08:49 AM Anyone know of good person in Raleigh? silentbobandjay 12-09-11, 01:43 PM Can anyone recommend a calibrator for me? SierraMikeBravo 12-09-11, 01:47 PM Can anyone recommend a calibrator for me? I know Doug Weil travels up there pretty often. Worth getting in touch with him. Doug Weil Clearly Resolved Image & Sound Lion AV Consultants ISF & THX Video Calibration Real-time Twitter Home Theater News (314) 226-1705 cfleming007 12-09-11, 03:35 PM I am in the Albany, NY and I am looking to get my new Panasonic TC-P55VT30 calibarted. I am currently running break in slides. Please let me know if anyone is availible in my location. Your reply is appreciated. Thanks Chad Chad B 12-10-11, 01:30 AM Can anyone recommend a calibrator for me? I'll be there in January. Be happy to do it for you. :D jackdebass 12-10-11, 11:14 AM I will be there in two weeks. PM sent. Hi D-Nice, Can you fit in a Pioneer Elite PRO 141 cal into your schedule? I am located in Santa Barbara, north of L.A. Thx! D-Nice 12-10-11, 01:49 PM Email sent. Hi D-Nice, Can you fit in a Pioneer Elite PRO 141 cal into your schedule? I am located in Santa Barbara, north of L.A. Thx! Gamester5 12-13-11, 12:22 AM I am contemplating going "home for the holidays" to Portland OR, but would prefer to have a job or 2 to do while there. Let me know if you live there or closeby to there, and are ready for a calibration or even just an optics cleaning, which is essential not only for CRT tech, but any projection tech, like DLP, LCOS, etc. b Robert, Can you please quote me on a Panny 65VT30 Calibration? I am in the Portland area and will have my new set here in 4 days. guitarguy60 12-15-11, 11:58 AM i am in need of getting a panasonic pt-7000 calibrated anyone going to be in this area? tcc 12-15-11, 01:09 PM I just received a Panasonic 65VT30 and would love to have it calibrated to show off its performance/PQ. Is there anyone in the Toronto, Canada area or will be travelling here? Mr Bob 12-15-11, 01:57 PM Robert, Can you please quote me on a Panny 65VT30 Calibration? I am in the Portland area and will have my new set here in 4 days. So sorry to delay answering you, have been crazy busy with the holidays... Contact me directly and let's talk. Email or phone, no pm's please. - b Serolf 12-17-11, 07:02 PM Any ISF calibrators in the Houston, Tx area? Would like to have my LG 55LW6500 professionally calibrated. I want to get the best picture possible. ScottFern 12-20-11, 10:24 PM Possibly looking at a calibration on a Panasonic TH-58PZ800U in Chicago northwest suburbs. Anyone? Rayjr 12-20-11, 10:29 PM Possibly looking at a calibration on a Panasonic TH-58PZ800U in Chicago northwest suburbs. Anyone? Here is a list that may help you out: THX Certified Video Calibrator (http://www.thxvideotech.com/forum/showthread.php?542-THX-Certified-Video-Calibrator) Hope this helps RayJr DroptheRemote 12-20-11, 10:32 PM Possibly looking at a calibration on a Panasonic TH-58PZ800U in Chicago northwest suburbs. Anyone?I'm in Chicago next Tuesday and Wednesday (Dec 27-28). I've sent you a private message separately. isingh 12-26-11, 01:15 AM I'm in Chicago next Tuesday and Wednesday (Dec 27-28). I've sent you a private message separately. Hi Doug I have sent you an email, please reply back. Thanks DroptheRemote 12-26-11, 07:12 AM Hi Doug I have sent you an email, please reply back. ThanksThanks for the PM and eMail and your interest in my services. I've sent you an eMail reply. tcc 12-26-11, 11:39 AM I just received a Panasonic 65VT30 and would love to have it calibrated to show off its performance/PQ. Is there anyone in the Toronto, Canada area or will be travelling here? Anyone?? :( Rayjr 12-26-11, 12:45 PM Anyone?? :( tcc, I would contact Michael TLV (http://www.avsforum.com/avs-vb/member.php?u=711) here on the forum.. he is located in Canada and is a calibrator and an ISF/THX Instructor. If he can't help you..at least he will point you in the right direction. Hope this helps RayJr hellsangelbx 12-26-11, 03:51 PM Hi guys, I purchased a little under a month ago a Samsung PN64D8000. This week I'm installing my Marantz receiver with Energy speakers. I live in the Bronx, NY and wanted to know if there is a ISF certified calibrator that could help with the calibration of my TV. Please let me know how much would it be and time frame of when you could do it. Thanks. Rayjr 12-26-11, 04:30 PM Hi guys, I purchased a little under a month ago a Samsung PN64D8000. This week I'm installing my Marantz receiver with Energy speakers. I live in the Bronx, NY and wanted to know if there is a ISF certified calibrator that could help with the calibration of my TV. Please let me know how much would it be and time frame of when you could do it. Thanks. Look back at post 2193 that list should be able to help you. Later RayJr tcc 12-26-11, 04:58 PM tcc, I would contact Michael TLV (http://www.avsforum.com/avs-vb/member.php?u=711) here on the forum.. he is located in Canada and is a calibrator and an ISF/THX Instructor. If he can't help you..at least he will point you in the right direction. Hope this helps RayJr Thanks for the tip ;) hellsangelbx 12-26-11, 08:59 PM I will check that out thanks. Look back at post 2193 that list should be able to help you. Later RayJr DroptheRemote 12-27-11, 08:03 AM I will be touring the following cities in January: Jan 16-18 - Nashville & Knoxville, TN Jan 19-21 - Charlotte, Greensboro and Raleigh, NC Jan 22 - Columbia, SC Jan 23-24 - Atlanta, GA Jan 25 - Memphis, TN Anyone who is interested in learning more about my services and scheduling options can either private message me here at AVS or send me an eMail at doug AT clearlyresolved DOT com. I can be reached by phone at 314-226-1705. For more information about my services, experience, background and customer reviews: http://www.isfforum.com/details/clearly-resolved.html jerwig 12-29-11, 02:49 PM Hi, I just purchased a Panasonic VT30 yesterday and looking to get it professionally calibibrated! Anyone in the Los Angeles area? (Sherman Oaks) please let me know! Thanks!! Jermaine.wiggins@gmail.com D-Nice 12-29-11, 08:22 PM Hi, I just purchased a Panasonic VT30 yesterday and looking to get it professionally calibibrated! Anyone in the Los Angeles area? (Sherman Oaks) please let me know! Thanks!! Jermaine.wiggins@gmail.com PM sent. fury161 01-01-12, 11:47 PM Have A VT30 any recommendations for local calibration or any upcoming tours planned for Colorado? jkmw 01-02-12, 07:19 AM Have tried searching the thread for Rockville, MD but came up empty. Anybody in Rockville, MD want to tackle a Sony XBR 55HX929? Please reply here or send PM. Thanks! jkmw 01-02-12, 09:18 AM Jeff Meier came by my house two weeks ago to calibrate my home theater system. He calibrated both my JVC Projector as well as my sound system. The difference between the before and after PQ and SQ is night and day. I'm absolutely stunned at how the sound quality has improved because I had run the Audyssey room EQ on my Integra 80.2 pre-pro and thought that that was the best that I could get in my room. But after Jeff was done with it, the improvement in SQ is unbelievable. Anyone who is on the fence about PQ and SQ calibration should definitely contact him. Jeff went out of his way to accommodate me because I was traveling on business and could only meet with him on Sunday. I recommend him in the strongest possible way. Thanks Jeff. Cal68 Hi Cal68, how can I get in touch with Jeff? jkmw D-Nice 01-02-12, 09:37 AM Have tried searching the thread for Rockville, MD but came up empty. Anybody in Rockville, MD want to tackle a Sony XBR 55HX929? Please reply here or send PM. Thanks!PM sent umr 01-02-12, 10:12 AM Hi Cal68, how can I get in touch with Jeff? jkmw www.accucalhd.com/pricing-quote.htm jkmw 01-02-12, 12:40 PM Wow, thanks everyone for the fast responses, and for the PM's from those not posting! mark Holiday121 01-07-12, 02:15 AM Any ISF in North East Ohio? Looking to Calibrate a 735u Chad B 01-07-12, 07:53 AM I am in Ohio and would be glad to. sdaztecs 01-07-12, 08:34 AM Hi all, I am looking for calibration for my Sony NX810. Anyone going to be in my area any time soon? I live in the Phoenix area (85202 zip). Thanks! lujan 01-07-12, 09:34 AM I can only find the Best Buy calibration in my area - Albuquerque, NM. Any others out there? Rayjr 01-07-12, 10:14 AM Here is a list that may help you two out: THX Certified Video Calibrator (http://www.thxvideotech.com/forum/showthread.php?542-THX-Certified-Video-Calibrator) There is a few THX Calibrators in Arizona...and they may travel to New Mexico also...send them an email. Hope this helps RayJr kemac 01-07-12, 03:33 PM Hi all, I am looking for calibration for my Sony NX810. Anyone going to be in my area any time soon? I live in the Phoenix area (85202 zip). Thanks! Hey neighbor, I live in 85202. Michael Hamilton lives in the valley and he just left my house. http://www.lionav.com/services.php lujan 01-07-12, 03:44 PM Here is a list that may help you two out: THX Certified Video Calibrator (http://www.thxvideotech.com/forum/showthread.php?542-THX-Certified-Video-Calibrator) There is a few THX Calibrators in Arizona...and they may travel to New Mexico also...send them an email. Hope this helps RayJr Thanks! ansh08 01-12-12, 05:44 PM hi I am looking for someone in 07054 NJ area to Calibrate my new Samsung UN55D8000. I checked THX link but only one in my area and he does not seem to do calibration. So if anyone have good experience with good Calibrator then please let me know. Thank you gerianne 01-12-12, 06:09 PM hi I am looking for someone in 07054 NJ area to Calibrate my new Samsung UN55D8000. I checked THX link but only one in my area and he does not seem to do calibration. So if anyone have good experience with good Calibrator then please let me know. Thank you Hi, NJ is within my service area. I'd be happy to calibration your Samsung HDTV. If you'd like more info, please visit my Web site and complete a contact form. Thanks! Best, Greg umr 01-13-12, 08:49 PM I had a cancellation in the Atlanta area for January 24th. Send me a PM if you are interested in an audio or video calibration in this area or in South Carolina near Columbus. rsmag9 01-15-12, 10:17 PM I've been looking for a calibrator in the suburban Detroit area (zip is 48317). The few calibrators I've attempted to contact have not responded. Any recommendations would be greatly appreciated. Thanks Chad B 01-15-12, 11:20 PM I've been looking for a calibrator in the suburban Detroit area (zip is 48317). The few calibrators I've attempted to contact have not responded. Any recommendations would be greatly appreciated. Thanks Have you tried me? I'm only a few hours away. rsmag9 01-15-12, 11:48 PM Have you tried me? I'm only a few hours away. No I haven't, please pm me your contact info and I'll give you a call. Thanks umr 01-16-12, 06:37 AM I've been looking for a calibrator in the suburban Detroit area (zip is 48317). The few calibrators I've attempted to contact have not responded. Any recommendations would be greatly appreciated. Thanks I travel to Detroit. PlasmaPZ80U 01-16-12, 02:29 PM I'm considering getting a professional calibration done for my new LG 42LK450. It has 10-pt white balance/gamma controls and a 2D CMS. I live in the central New Jersey area and am not looking to spend past $250 or so ($200 would be ideal). isingh 01-16-12, 04:25 PM I'm considering getting a professional calibration done for my new LG 42LK450. It has 10-pt white balance/gamma controls and a 2D CMS. I live in the central New Jersey area and am not looking to spend past $250 or so ($200 would be ideal). I don't think you will find anyone :) they charge you at least $350 per input. My suggestions try reading calibration threads and steps for a week. Spend less than 200 in getting necessary equipment and you will be done for next several years for as many tvs or projectors you may own. You will be happy you did something on your own and saved $$$$ on "PROFESSIONAL" calibration. I bet you will be at least 95% close to what these services can offer..!!! PlasmaPZ80U 01-16-12, 04:29 PM I don't think you will find anyone :) they charge you at least $350 per input. My suggestions try reading calibration threads and steps for a week. Spend less than 200 in getting necessary equipment and you will be done for next several years for as many tvs or projectors you may own. You will be happy you did something on your own and saved $$$$ on "PROFESSIONAL" calibration. I bet you will be at least 95% close to what these services can offer..!!! I have the CalMAN DIY/C6 combo, but I have read that calibration tables on tri-stim devices don't always work as advertised, sometimes by a rather large margin. http://www.avsforum.com/avs-vb/showpost.php?p=21498725&postcount=5 airscapes 01-16-12, 04:43 PM I have the CalMAN DIY/C6 combo, but I have read that calibration tables on tri-stim devices don't always work as advertised, sometimes by a rather large margin. http://www.avsforum.com/avs-vb/showpost.php?p=21498725&postcount=5 dude, you might want to just watch that TV for a while and enjoy it and give the calibration controls a rest.. Besides, all 8 displays I have calibrated with the C6 error or not.. look WAY better than they did before hand.. just enjoy your set for a while. isingh 01-16-12, 04:56 PM I have the CalMAN DIY/C6 combo, but I have read that calibration tables on tri-stim devices don't always work as advertised, sometimes by a rather large margin. http://www.avsforum.com/avs-vb/showpost.php?p=21498725&postcount=5 Well I will be a bit skeptical about the way the article is written and the fact that $$$$ colorimeter is way better than $$$ that's just crap unless you are looking for perfection. As I said there is no need to calibrate your TV to 99.999% perfection and that also at such a high price. If you follow the calibration steps and where color points should be with right temperature I am sure you can get a huge gain on the picture quality. Your calibration may not be perfect but how far you will be from what pros will do say by 5% if did in the right way which is not that hard but needs a bit patience and reading. My point is why should I pay for a service where I know things may change now and then and the service will have no value, if you change your device/room/receiver/blu ray player/projector you will have to pay every single time. That is where I could not help myself to justify the cost. Had they be offering at $99 for 2yrs per input well I will get that done, but not at $350 per input and no guarantee !! Sorry !!!! PlasmaPZ80U 01-16-12, 06:22 PM Well I will be a bit skeptical about the way the article is written and the fact that $$$$ colorimeter is way better than $$$ that's just crap unless you are looking for perfection. As I said there is no need to calibrate your TV to 99.999% perfection and that also at such a high price. If you follow the calibration steps and where color points should be with right temperature I am sure you can get a huge gain on the picture quality. Your calibration may not be perfect but how far you will be from what pros will do say by 5% if did in the right way which is not that hard but needs a bit patience and reading. My point is why should I pay for a service where I know things may change now and then and the service will have no value, if you change your device/room/receiver/blu ray player/projector you will have to pay every single time. That is where I could not help myself to justify the cost. Had they be offering at $99 for 2yrs per input well I will get that done, but not at $350 per input and no guarantee !! Sorry !!!! I agree the base $350 price point is too steep for many, including myself. However, it looks like using a colorimeter alone (w/o a spectro to profile it on each display you actually calibrate) can produce a wide range of results: from just a little bit off to moderately off to way off. Furthermore, this is the case with the C6, which is basically most expensive colorimeter for DIY use at the moment. I imagine something like a stock D2 would be even farther off, probably in every single case. If I can manage to get a professional calibration for well under $350, I will definitely consider it; if not, I'll eventually get a used i1PRO. PlasmaPZ80U 01-16-12, 06:28 PM dude, you might want to just watch that TV for a while and enjoy it and give the calibration controls a rest.. Besides, all 8 displays I have calibrated with the C6 error or not.. look WAY better than they did before hand.. just enjoy your set for a while. Yeah, I do watch it and enjoy the picture. Of course, that's the whole point of having a calibrated set in the first place, to get as much as you can from the display and then enjoy it. :) It does look way better than the default settings, but it would be nice to know that my display is as close to reference standards as possible. I knew calibration tables weren't perfect prior to reading that article but I never though something like a C6 could be that far off on some displays. isingh 01-16-12, 11:16 PM I agree the base $350 price point is too steep for many, including myself. However, it looks like using a colorimeter alone (w/o a spectro to profile it on each display you actually calibrate) can produce a wide range of results: from just a little bit off to moderately off to way off. Furthermore, this is the case with the C6, which is basically most expensive colorimeter for DIY use at the moment. I imagine something like a stock D2 would be even farther off, probably in every single case. If I can manage to get a professional calibration for well under $350, I will definitely consider it; if not, I'll eventually get a used i1PRO. If you happen to get the pro calibration done then please do share your color setting and color plots of now (with your beat abilities using your colorimeter)and after pro calibration. It will be good to get this comparison from an end user rather than reading blog from a pro who is probably trying to make the case. isingh 01-16-12, 11:21 PM I agree the base $350 price point is too steep for many, including myself. However, it looks like using a colorimeter alone (w/o a spectro to profile it on each display you actually calibrate) can produce a wide range of results: from just a little bit off to moderately off to way off. Furthermore, this is the case with the C6, which is basically most expensive colorimeter for DIY use at the moment. I imagine something like a stock D2 would be even farther off, probably in every single case. If I can manage to get a professional calibration for well under $350, I will definitely consider it; if not, I'll eventually get a used i1PRO. FYI: if I remember correctly then Bestbuy and ABT both offered $199 per input pro calibration when i was looking around last month. I am in Chicago area and I am not sure if you have ABT where you are. flyingfinn 01-17-12, 09:55 AM Is there still time from any of the Central Florida calibrators to get a calibration done before the Super Bowl on my new Sharp LC-LE735U? I am in New Tampa (ie Wesley Chapel). Also, since we watch a lot of sports during the day, is it possible to have a day and a night mode calibrated? My wife is like a plant and needs sunlight so the room is pretty bright during the day ;) donnymac51 01-17-12, 10:10 AM Is there still time from any of the Central Florida calibrators to get a calibration done before the Super Bowl on my new Sharp LC-LE735U? I am in New Tampa (ie Wesley Chapel). Also, since we watch a lot of sports during the day, is it possible to have a day and a night mode calibrated? My wife is like a plant and needs sunlight so the room is pretty bright during the day ;) I sent you a PM. SierraMikeBravo 01-17-12, 10:17 AM I don't think you will find anyone :) they charge you at least $350 per input. My suggestions try reading calibration threads and steps for a week. Spend less than 200 in getting necessary equipment and you will be done for next several years for as many tvs or projectors you may own. You will be happy you did something on your own and saved $$$$ on "PROFESSIONAL" calibration. I bet you will be at least 95% close to what these services can offer..!!! Ok, first point, the "professional" calibrator and what they charge bashing is getting a bit tiresome. There may well be some "professional" calibrators who charge $350 per input, and if they do, they likely won't be in business long. Most calibrators charge $350 for two to three inputs TOTAL, and maybe an extra $25-$50 for any additional ones. Second point, who do you think was generous enough to write the procedures on how to calibrate you read on the forum? Many of those folks are doing "calibration" professionally or affiliated with the market somehow. So, bashing on professionals is bashing on the "free" stuff they gave you that you use. Third point, the blog you refer to you belongs to one of the most respected individuals in the video calibration industry. Michael has helped more DIY'ers than almost everyone over the years. In addition, he usually does extensive testing on "new toys" in the market, and I would trust his judgement without testing myself bar none. I ask that the bashing on professionals and what they charge be put to an end. This thread is about those seeking professional calibrators. If you wish to discuss the pros and cons of such a service, start a thread, or seek out an old one. There are plenty I am sure. Thanks. AtDaBeach 01-17-12, 10:23 AM Any other calibrators ever service Mobile Alabama (only one I know of on AVS currently)? Thanks. PlasmaPZ80U 01-17-12, 11:05 AM Most calibrators charge $350 for two to three inputs TOTAL, and maybe an extra $25-$50 for any additional ones. How much do they charge for a single input then? AtDaBeach 01-17-12, 11:07 AM You are gonna pay a base price, which covers up to. Kinda like an oil change covers up to say 5 qts and filter. If you need 7 qts, you pay a little more. If you need 3.5 qts, you dont get a discount. Does this price discussion really belong in this thread? Just sayin... PlasmaPZ80U 01-17-12, 11:34 AM Does this price discussion really belong in this thread? Just sayin... No, good point. I was just trying to see if I could get a professional calibration done at a lower price point, since it's all I can afford at the moment. isingh 01-17-12, 03:27 PM Ok, first point, the "professional" calibrator and what they charge bashing is getting a bit tiresome. There may well be some "professional" calibrators who charge $350 per input, and if they do, they likely won't be in business long. Most calibrators charge $350 for two to three inputs TOTAL, and maybe an extra $25-$50 for any additional ones. Second point, who do you think was generous enough to write the procedures on how to calibrate you read on the forum? Many of those folks are doing "calibration" professionally or affiliated with the market somehow. So, bashing on professionals is bashing on the "free" stuff they gave you that you use. Third point, the blog you refer to you belongs to one of the most respected individuals in the video calibration industry. Michael has helped more DIY'ers than almost everyone over the years. In addition, he usually does extensive testing on "new toys" in the market, and I would trust his judgement without testing myself bar none. I ask that the bashing on professionals and what they charge be put to an end. This thread is about those seeking professional calibrators. If you wish to discuss the pros and cons of such a service, start a thread, or seek out an old one. There are plenty I am sure. Thanks. Wow !!! I can forward you emails asking for 499 for 2-3 inputs and 399 for one input from two diff pros !! :) and 199 per input from Bestbuy and ABT. There is no need to get ignited here, everyone is posting their personal experiences here. I did the calibration for my projector following one of the threads and I am more thankful to them than to you for their help. If on one side there are people who are vouching for pros then there are some who help for DIY as well.. So please Peace !! blownalcohol 01-17-12, 03:55 PM I had a delay in getting my system installed. Everything is up and running. I am looking to get the VW70 calibrated and atleast basic audio. My basic audio, I would be fine with getting just the settings looked over to make sure I had it correct on the avr 3312. Ray Collins 01-17-12, 03:59 PM I am also in Mobile, Al. and am interested in a calibrator. AtDaBeach keep me in your loop please. Who is the calibrator you found in our area? Is it Gene McCollum? Doc dsskid 01-17-12, 05:04 PM Please review the title of this thread and stay on topic. PlasmaPZ80U 01-17-12, 06:20 PM Getting back on-topic, I received a very reasonable offer from this (http://allhighdef.com/) calibrator, who is both ISF and THX certified. Has anyone here used him before and what are your impressions? dsskid 01-17-12, 07:46 PM Getting back on-topic, I received a very reasonable offer from this (http://allhighdef.com/) calibrator, who is both ISF and THX certified. Has anyone here used him before and what are your impressions? Here's a good thread to read reviews on pro calibrators.... http://www.avsforum.com/avs-vb/showthread.php?t=712929 AtDaBeach 01-17-12, 08:26 PM I am also in Mobile, Al. and am interested in a calibrator. AtDaBeach keep me in your loop please. Who is the calibrator you found in our area? Is it Gene McCollum? Doc Gregg Loewen Ray, I booked with him, might be march or earlier. tigerhonaker 01-17-12, 11:28 PM Oh before I make this comment below I do know what the Title & Topic is of this Thread. Just a quick comment on having Custom Video performed. I did have that done and the fellow had all the equipment and was Trained. But honestly the picture in some ways was not better. The Blacks as an example were better before he did the adjustments. So, just saying there are instances where you might not get some Awesome improvement in your Picture. Just don't let yourself get all Hyped-Up expecting some WOW & Pop over what you have. That is assumong your picture has not been Messed-Up by someone. No Slamming anyone in this Post just simply letting Members know what can happen. Terry umr 01-18-12, 07:28 AM I guarantee my work and regularly correct others. My audio and video work is of exceptional quality. I also travel to many areas. Doug Blackburn 01-18-12, 11:03 AM How much do they charge for a single input then? I don't understand the discussion of "per input" at all... that's "old tapes" from the analog video days. In the age of digital video, digital inputs rarely require any special or unique calibration. As long as the disc player or satellite box have the right settings, there's no value in separate calibrations for different digital inputs. If there are analog video components (tape machines, laserdisc, etc.)... yes, custom calibration for those may be appropriate. Today, the issues are primarily what controls the TV has and whether the owner wants 3D calibration or not. My base fee is for 2D grayscale calibration including checking and copying the calibration settings to different inputs (if needed) and copying the results to different resolutions if the TV or projector has different memories for each resolution. I then add $50 per hour for 2D CMS, 3D grayscale, and 3D CMS. The customer can have as many or as few of those options as they like. The "per hour" fee is fair to everybody as customers only pay for the time it takes. If the CMS cal only requires adjustments to 2 or 3 colors (rather than all 6), the customer isn't paying for more than they need. If the customer doesn't want 3D calibration they aren't paying for it. Nothing you do re. 2D calibration has anything to do with 3D calibration... 3D calibration is a completely separate calibration task, almost like calibrating a second TV. What calibrators charge has much to do with their overhead, cost of living in their area, and whether they are traveling or calibrating locally. Someone in a higher cost of living area is likely to pay more for calibration than someone from a lower cost of living area. A calibrator who uses a $10,000+ meter is likely to charge a bit more than a calibrator who uses an $800 meter (at least to my way of thinking). If the customer isn't interested in paying a little more for a calibration using an expensive, well-maintained instrument, so be it. The customer can select from whatever options are available in their area. Nobody is twisting anybody's arm. There are a lot of enthusiasts who aren't willing to spend 100 or more hours learning calibration and calibration software plus spending $250+ on a meter that will have to be replaced in 3 or 4 years plus practicing and making mistakes many times before getting it right. For them, the value in pro calibration is having it done without the effort and expense on their part. Not everybody values their time the same way. If you value your time at $10 per hour, the 100 or more hours you put in to learning calibration and calibration software is "worth" $1000. If you value your time at $30 an hour (pretty minimal for a professional who earns $100 per hour or more), then you're looking at value of $3000 for the investment in time. If you put $0 per hour value on your time, it sure makes DIY look like a good deal. I do not intend for this post to generate on-going discussion of fees or DIY vs. pro. This isn't the right thread for that. But there were some points in this thread that I thought needed some comment. lanthanidedude 01-18-12, 05:06 PM looking for someone to calibrate my Panasonic TC-P54Z1 i live in orange county/ irvine please pm me |