ISF Calibrators post your services HERE: at a minimum, please post :

Your name(AVS name)-------- Area covered-------- Certification, Services, etc.

Here is the ISF Link (http://www.imagingscience.com/)
here is the Custom Installers Link (http://www.avsforum.com/avs-vb/showthread.php?t=420992)

Please: only ISF Calibrators post here- Thanks



First Listing:

My name is Brian Garner and I offer Video and Audio Calibrations in in Southwestern Ontario such as the Cambridge, Kitchener area as well as Mississauga and the Toronto area. I am ISF and HAA certified, and have the equipment to get the job done.

Please visit my website at www.basementcinema.com for more information on the services we offer as well as listing of my calibration equipment that is used.

I provide calibration services in L.A. and Orange County. I'm the in-house calibrationist for the high end HT store and custom installer, Digital Ear, in Tustin, CA.

I specialize in digital displays: Plasma/LCD, Rear Projection, and Front Projection. I am experienced in setting the Primaries and Secondaries on those few displays that currently allow this level of depth in calibration.

I use the Progressive labs CA-6X and the Gretag Macbeth Eye-One Pro colorimeters. They both allow me to include the screen in the calibration chain when setting Front Projectors. I use the Accupel HDG 3000 signal generator, and a variety of test patterns on disk.

Glenn Zink, ISF

Barry VanDenBerg at Orlando Digital TV serves the entire Central Florida region coast to coast. Originally ISF trained in 2002, I added the Colorfacts Professional Certification in 2004.

I calibrate all types of displays including CRT, LCD, LCOS, and Plasma. Samsung DLP specialist trained by Seth S.

Orlando Digital TV is an authorized dealer for Lumagen scalers, Ideal-Lume bias lighting and Universal remote controls.

Equipment: Dell P4 laptop computer with Colorfacts Professional software, GretagMacbeth Spectroradiometer and Milori Trichromat-1 Colorimeter probes, Accupel HDG-3000 high definition test pattern generator.

Pioneer Elite C3 and Mitsubishi i2c software onboard.

http://www.orlandodigital.tv/calibration.htm

My name is Gene McCollum, my AVS name is genemc. My company name is WOW Factor. The phone number is 850-777-1289, e-mail: wowfactor@bellsouth(dot)net, website: isfcalibrations(dot)com. I am ISF and HAA (Audio) certified. I have Sencore test equipment for video and audio calibrations. I cover the Gulf Coast of Florida and Alabama (travel charges may apply depending on distance).

I'll do this on behalf of someone, since I know he's very busy and doesn't post on this forum very much.


Name: Chad Billheimer

Website: http://www.hdtvbychadb.com/

Email: badchillheimer@yahoo.com

Equipment used: http://www.hdtvbychadb.com/equipment.htm

Biography/background: http://www.hdtvbychadb.com/bio.htm

Coverage area: The website advertised "Full ISF calibration and service for Ohio, Indiana, W. Virginia, and Virginia" but Chad's been "cheating" and going out past that realm more often and may be looking to expand his base, after a point.

All of his references, means of contact, and other information are on that site.

He tends to actually cover a greater area that you might think, case by case. He hails from Ohio, but he's been going out as far as Maine, FL, and way out west as well. Case by case.

All you have to do is fill this form out here: http://www.hdtvbychadb.com/order.htm

It's not a binding contract at all. He'll contact you and case by case, you may just be pleasantly surprised. I won't speak for him one way or the other. It can't hurt to take a shot! :)


My personal testimonial about Chad's services:
http://www.avsforum.com/avs-vb/showthread.php?t=561596&highlight=ISF

This is my own personal testimonial thread about Chad and his services. You'll see plenty of other forumers, like UMR and such, that jumped in the thread and really gave a lot of useful information and plenty of great discussion! :)

Calibrating in the Greater Toronto Area since 2000. My equipment includes ColorFacts 6.0 and a Sencore VP300 HDTV test pattern generator.

I owned my own A/V store for over 5 years and used to calibrate every set I sold, as well as providing for-hire calibrations on most weekends, so I have plenty of experience under my belt.

My Name is Tom Huffman. I am ISF certified and I provide calibration services for all types of displays in the greater Washington D.C. area/Virginia-Maryland suburbs.

Equipment

Custom software of my own design, Chroma 5 colorimeter, and Orb Optronics SP-100 spectroradiometer
Minolta LS-100 Luminance meter
AEMC CA183 Illuminance meter
Accupel HDG 4000 Test Pattern Generator
Avia Professional

Experience
I have been performing ISF calibrations professionally since 2002. I have worked on over a hundred displays, but most of my experience is with


Plasmas from Panasonic, Pioneer, and Samsung
LCDs from Samsung and Sony
Front projectors (digital) from Sharp, Sony, JVC, BenQ, and Optoma

See my web site at here (http://displaycalibrationonline.com/) for a full description of my services and lots of HT info.

***UPDATED: Moved Business Location to Hawaii***

Dave Harper.

I am located in Hawaii and am willing to travel to any island and anywhere, anytime, contingent upon travel expenses.

I have worked here for A/V Science as a Technical Sales Rep and ISF trained Calibrator/Installer, as a Technical Sales and Design Rep for the now defunct TAW, Inc., Instructor and Evaluator in an airborne Television and Radio Broadcast aircraft for the US Government and for NBC Affiliate WGAL-TV, Lancaster, PA. I have been in the business for over 22 years. I have done hundreds of calibrations, sales, consultations and installations.

I utilize Professional, State-of-the-Art Colorimeters, SD/HD Test Pattern Generators, Software and various other associated test equipment. Since calibrating high-end HDTV projectors and displays is as much an art as it is a science, I use my well trained eyes, hands and brain as well.

You can reach me through the contact numbers below. Feel free to request references.

(717) 361-9714
harpervision@comcast.net
http://home.comcast.net/~harperhometheater/

Allen Fleener
I am an ISF calibrator with both Sencor and Malori Colorfacts colorometers. I also have an optical comparator. I use the Sencor VP-300 HDTV test pattern signal generator and an Sencor SP-295 sound level meter for surround sound / room calibration. I have several test dvd's and both Blu ray and HD DVD test disks and a HDTV d-vhs test tape too.

I cover mostly So.Cal but am willing to travel where I need to.

I calibrate most all display devices :D

Audio and Video Sensations
www.avsensations.com
(951) 682-6605

My name is Doug Weil and my company is Clearly Resolved Image & Sound. I'm based in St. Louis.

I mostly cover the St. Louis metro area (Missouri and Southern Illinois), but I also regularly travel to Kansas City and occasionally cover Central and Northern Illinois.

I calibrate all types of displays -- CRT, plasma, DLP, LCD and LCoS, including direct views, rear-projection and front projectors.

I use the OpticOne color analyzer and ISF Comparator for grayscale work, and also have the Accupel HDG-3000, Accupel HDG-2000 and Sencore VP-300 signal generators, as well as a complete suite of test and reference DVD titles.

I completed the ISF course in April 2002, and have more than 3 years experience as a full-time calibrator. I've worked on more than 350 different displays.

In addition, I'm well-versed in the specialized tools needed for the Mitsubishi i2c interface (both traditional and USB versions), as well as the modified remote control for recent Panasonic plasma sets where service access is otherwise restricted.

I'm also a frequent contributor to the St. Louis HDTV (www.stlhdtv.info) discussion area here at AVS.

Feel free to contact me via AVS private message, eMail or either of the phone numbers below.

Hello,

Summit HDTV is an ISF Trained television calibration service provider.

Territory: Southeast Michigan.

Display Expertise: Most brands of CRT based projection TVs, DLP and LCD front projection systems, DLP and LCD rear-projection TVs, Plasma panels, and most brands of direct-view TVs.

Equipment: Progressive Labs CA-6X multi-display color analyzer; Sencore VP403 HDTV signal generator with component video, DVI and ATSC RF output; TVS Pro Optical Comparator; Avia Pro calibration DVD Suite; Toshiba laptop computer; I2C Interface

ISF and calibration experience: Passed ISF test in April, 2004. Summit HDTV has been calibrating televisions since October, 2003.

Affiliations: Founding member of ISF Forum. Education: Bachelor of Science in Electrical and Computer Engineering. ISF Seminar completed in April 2004.

We believe in the calibration of televisions and projectors to ISF Standards. The result of calibration is viewing the program content as it was meant to be seen. We believe in using the right equipment.

Thank you.

Thanks for starting this thread! I think it's a great way for us all to get acquainted with one another.

My name is Tyson Jordan and I am just getting started in my career as an ISF calibrator. I am willing to do any type of display, but due to current equipment, I can only do complete calibrations on CRT devices. I own a Sencore CP-288 which I am told might do plasmas, but I have no confirmation on that to date. If any of you have any info on this, I would greatly appreciate you sharing it with me.

I, along with the man responsible for peaking my interest in all this to start with, am gearing up to start our own business which will include calibration. We will be working in the Bloomington, IN area to start with. If all goes well, we will expand our coverage area in the future.

I have a CP288 and just ordered a ColorFacts 6.0 system, so if I get the chance, I can compare the readings of the two on the next plasma I calibrate. AFAIK, the CP288 will not be totally accurate for anything other than CRT-based displays, but it'll be interesting to see how far off it might be.

Great! Thank you very much. I look forward to hearing from you.

I cover the great State of Utah, pretty much anywhere along the I-15 corridor. I consider my particular expertise to be digital display devices.

I've purchased the latest equipment (see my home page by clicking on my name) and my philosophy is to calibrate your display device as if it was my own. I'm passionate about home theater and making sure that your display device reaches its maximum potential.

I noticed that on the listing of ISF Calibrators, there are 2 certifications listed:

1. ISF Optical Comparator
2. Color Analyzer


The person who sold me my TV (I'm still awaiting delivery) was only listed as a Color Analyzer. Should I be concerned? Should I be looking for another calibrator? :confused:

rub_123,

Not to worry, those listings are not certifications, they are the calibration tools that he/she uses. A color analyzer is a must, the optical comparator isn't but is also a good tool to double check your work as it's used as a reference D65 "comparison" to the display you just calibrated.

The ISF course trains using both tools, so anyone certified is at least familiar with both of them.

Good Luck with your new HDTV and calibration:)!!!

Hello, My name is Jesse Power. I am a ISF & HAA calibrator offering my services in the Cape Cod area, in Falmouth MA. Contact me @ (617)512-0643

Thanks for the insight Dave. I appreciate that you took the time to respond.

I will be calibrating with an Avia disc out of the box and will then get the professional calibration done after ~ 100 hour break-in period. Can't wait. :)

No problem at all.:)

Where are you located? I would be happy to assist you in the calibration when you are ready. I am in Central PA.

If you have any troubles or any questions, don't hesitate to contact me.

Greetings

My name is Michael Chen, but most frequenters of the HT forums know me as Michael TLV. I calibrate as a hobby and have been doing so since 1999. I am a member of the Lion Audio/Video Network of top calibrators that travel the country.

I've been an enthusiast of home video ever since 1980 when my parents bought the family's first Betamax vcr. The hobby grew from there to constant upgrading of equipment and the addition of poorman surround sound in those early days.

Hooking up people's systems was the big thing back then and I could wire up anyone's system and even teach them how to use it after 10 minutes of study. Sort of a slow "pretender." By the early 90's I was operating a hobby business hooking up a/v systems for people and contracting this service to the local department stores and repair shops.

In the late 80's the first calibration video laser disc came out and that spelled the beginnings of video calibration for myself. I had been a keen reader of all that a fellow named Joe Kane wrote about image calibration. By 1997-98 when the colour analyzing equipment first became available at an attainable price, I maxed out my credit card and took that plunge. Thus started my life as a full fledged video calibrationist.

I had the slight advantage over others in that I had actually spent the previous 8 years reading and studying up on the theory before and practicing the physical stuff on tv after TV anyway. Learning the equipment was a piece of cake. Although making the capital investment meant that playtime was over. Getting my ISF credentials was next and I simply saw that as a necessary evil. Something one needed to get additional credibility ...

I continue to do this calibration work as a hobby, carefully balanced with my day job occupation. I'm considered to be one of those "traveling calibrators" that goes across the country when there is the need for no nonsense calibration. The areas of the continent that I routinely cover are the Pacific Northwest (including Spokane, Seattle, Portland, Vancouver,Victoria and all points in between about 4 times a year), Eastern Canada (Toronto-GTA, Ottawa, Montreal twice a year), Winnipeg, Regina, and even Las Vegas come CES time. When I am not on a calibration tour, my primary local service areas are Calgary & Edmonton and Central / Southern Alberta.

The members of the Lion Audio/Video Network are Video Calibrationists ... not just ISF calibrators. We do a whole lot more where ISF ends.

Current video equipment includes the Philips Colour Analyzer, Progressive Labs CA-1 Colour analyzer, Progressive Labs CA-1-CE, Progressive Labs CA-6XAnalyzer, Colorfacts 6.0 & Accucal Software with the GretagMacbeth spectroradiometer, Accupel HDG-3000 signal generator, and the AVS TV Pro Optical Comparator. I also have the I2C equipment for applicable Mits units and the Pioneer C3 Remote and Panasonic plasma Special Remote.

For audio, I use the Sencore SP295 Sound Analyzer.

I am equipped to handle CRT, DLP, LCD, Plasma and other display technologies out there like DILA and LCOS.

I am unaligned with any store fronts so I have no false loyalties. I am free to criticize any type of display device on the market. The man with the brutal truth ... as I am not there to tell you how great your equipment purchases are. I only care about the image.

Contact Information:

Email me from this site directly or visit the Lion Audio/ Video Consultants site at Lionav.com.

Regards

Michael TLV

I can personally recommend your group from Lion AV. Greg Loewen calibrated my Hitachi RPTV in the past and will do a touch up early next year. Your ISF calibration group is among the best in the country. Greg spends many hours performing a calibration on every set he touches and the results are superb!
Please keep up the good work.

Richard Hunt
Lowell, Ma.

Sounds as if you are truly a dedicated calibrator, or is it calibrationist? I'm curious, what do you do beyond ISF?

Les Holt

ISF Calibrator
HoltMods Audio and Video Consulting
5820 Stoneridge Mall Road, Suite 100
Pleasanton, CA 94588

Phone: (925) 828 2958

Website: http://holtmods.com/isf.htm

Email: les@holtmods.com

Serving the San Francisco, California Bay Area and beyond

HoltMods Offers ISF Certified Video Calibration Services
for LCD, LCOS, Plasma, DLP, CRT, HDTV, DTV, and DVD

Calibrator certified by the Imaging Science Foundation (ISF): http://www.imagingscience.com/

ISF Calibrator with 25 years experience in audio/video systems:

· designing, building, modifying and calibrating
· Designer and manufacturer of the ACKDAC™ analog to digital converter and digital output conversion kits
· Founder and owner of HoltMods™, audio and video equipment provider (http://holtmods.com)
· ISF Calibrator with highest grade Extra Class Amateur Radio license.

My approach to video and audio calibration:

I will maximize the performance of your display, whether it’s plasma, DLP, LCD, LCOS, or CRT, and will extract the best image from all source material, including DVD, HDTV, Blu-Ray, HD-DVD, DTV and NTSC.

I have special expertise with Panasonic, Sony, Hitachi and Toshiba, all of which I own and use, and offer ISF certified calibrations on all other displays, including Samsung, Sharp, Mitsubishi, JVC (including HD-ILA), SIM, Fujitsu, and NEC. I consult on audio and video systems’ acquisition, integration, setup, ISF calibration and performance, home theater PC (HTPC) setup, and high definition television (HDTV) reception issues and solutions. I can also provide you with the best equipment to optimize your home theater experience, including HDTV displays and associated audio/video hardware.

Available for ISF calibrations in the entire San Francisco Bay Area and, on request, beyond.

My goal is to extract the highest level of performance from your system, taking into account your individual viewing and listening habits and preferences, as well as the capabilities of your display. To achieve the best ISF calibration of gray scale, I use two independent references: objective equipment measurements with a colorimeter (the Progressive Laboratories CA-6X), and direct visual observations using an optical comparator (the AV Standards Visual Standard TVS Pro). An Accupel generator is also used for accurate source reference.

I’m methodical and detail oriented, and take my time to get things right. I talk to a client before, during and after the calibration to customize the set up for his viewing and listening habits. I don’t sell anything to ISF calibration clients unless requested, so I can provide objective advice free of any conflict of interest.

I provide free initial consultations by telephone. Call me and we can discuss how we can enhance your home theater experience: (925) 828-2958.

Equipment used for ISF Calibration includes:

· Progressive Laboratories CA-6X colorimeter (latest release)
· Progressive Laboratories CA-1 colorimeter
· AV Standards The Visual Standard TVS Pro color comparator
· Dell Inspiron 8600 laptop with custom calibration files
· Avcom PSA37D spectrum analyzer for HDTV reception analysis
· Goldstar OS2090G oscilloscope
· The Gryphon Exorcist audio oscillator
· Customized sound level meter
· Avia, Video Essentials and Digital Video Essentials calibration DVD’s and LD’s

Services offered include:

· Grey scale calibration (using two independent references)
· Color decoder alignment
· Proper adjustment of contrast (white level)
· Proper adjustment of brightness (black level)
· Geometry correction
· Proper adjustment of electronic focus
· Proper adjustment of mechanical (optical) focus
· Analysis of room setup and conditions from both visual and auditory perspectives
· Consultation re best choice of equipment for budget and viewing/listening habits
· Delivery and installation of video displays and audio equipment
· Optimization of equipment and set up
· Proper alignment of multi-channel sound systems
· Recommended test DVD’s, CD’s, SACD’s, DVD-A’s
· Recommendations comparing cable TV with satellite TV versus over-the-air (OTA) reception
· Feasiblity analysis of over-the-air (OTA) reception of HDTV



Geographic areas covered include:

· San Francisco Bay Area
· East Bay Area
· Peninsula
· South Bay: San Jose
· San Francisco
· Marin
· All Bay Area Counties, including Alameda, Contra Costa, San Mateo, Santa Clara, San Francisco, Napa, Solano, Sonoma, San Joaquin

Steve Martin - Smart Calibration, LLC
I've been an ISF Calibrator since 2001.
http://www.smartcalibration.com/

Mostly serving the Dallas/Fort Worth metroplex with occasional trips to surrounding areas.

Have not seen anyone mention anything about the Atlanta, GA area (or anywhere in Georgia for that matter).
Can anyone recommend a good ISF certified calibrator in, or around, Atlanta?

Have you tried Terry Ferrentinos (CHUCHUF on AVS)??? I think he's ISF certifed, if not he should be and he REALLY knows his stuff. He can be found in the CRT Forum mostly.

PD,

I'd suggest Richard Fisher (Mastertech) in Lawrenceville or Randy Tomlinson (Advanced Tech Service) in Smyrna. I'm not sure how close these guys actually are to Atlanta, but I know they both service the area.

Both guys know their stuff and will take good care of you.

Thanks Doug, much appreciaited.

Regards,
Paul

Home Theater Calibration offers Monitor, Television and Projector calibration services as its core business. I was trained and certified by Joel Silver and Kevin Miller at the ISF (Imaging Science Foundation) to calibrate a wide array of video equipment including front projection. My goal or mission is to provide each of my clients with the highest quality calibration service possible, whether your display cost $500 or $50,000.
I offer ISF Calibration services to everyone. I calibrate all displays, all brands, no matter where you purchased it. Calibration of your display, with truer colors, better blacks and more detail will allow you to fully enjoy the picture, “the way it is meant to be seen”. Calibration further maximizes your investment by making viewing more comfortable, less fatiguing (no more headaches) and, in some cases (CRT and Plasma), extending the life of your display and minimize image burn. Advanced calibration services available on some models (Geometry, Focus, Convergence). CRT Projector services available for many projectors, specializing in the Marquee. On request, I can make custom analog video cables using Canare tooling and connectors with Canare or Belden cable. Additional services available when requested (RPTV cabinet black lining, lens/mirror cleaning, Plasma/projector mounting).My personal system for reference consists of: JVC DLA-RS2U 1080p Projector. Lumagen RadianceXE Toshiba XA2 HD-DVD Mitsubishi 65813 9” CRT RPTV
Sony BVM-1310 13” Broadcast Video Monitor
Denon DVD-5900 DVD player w/SDI
DirecTV HD Dish Network VIP622 DVRThe tools that travel with me to calibrations: Progressive Labs Microspec spectroradiometer Progressive Labs C5 Color Analyzer and software
Sencore VP-403SH Video Test Pattern Generator
AccuPel HDG-4000 HD-SD Calibration Generator
ControlCal Software for Pioneer ISFccc displays. Colorfacts Datacolor ISFccc for Pioneer displays
Sony PVM-96 D65 B&W monitor with high-resolution video camera.
Avia Pro, HD-Digital Video Essentials test DVDs plus reference DVDs
Laptop ***********viding calibration services throughout Southern California, willing to consider travel beyond.

Visit Home Theater Calibration (http://www.isfht.com)

(562) 693-6983 >>> cell: (562) 754-0996

Wondering if anyone out there is down in San Diego. I have a 6-month old Fujitsu P50XHA40US.

anybody in the Twin Cities MN??????

anybody in the Twin Cities MN??????Try Pat Bradely, probably one of the best in the industry.
patbradely@charter.net
(952) 997-7552
www.HDTVGUY.com

Anyone familiar with the BenQ PE7700 in the Chicago, Illinois area?

No one in NY?

I can travel to NY. Where are you, NYC or upstate somewhere?

Long Island NY

Anybody in (or know someone qualified) on Long Island, NY? I am not even sure if my Plasma (Philips 50" 9630A/37) needs to be calibrated? It is 75-100hrs old and I have the following setup: The Plasma connected to HR-10 250 Directv via HDMI; Bose LS-48 connected to Plasma via Component Video via CV adapter; Directv connected to Bose LS-48 via optical. Does it need to be calibrated? When? Why?

Thanks
Jeff

Anyone familiar with the BenQ PE7700 in the Chicago, Illinois area?

Yeah anyone in Chicago or can anyone recommend someone please.

I would recommend Ken Whitcomb. He is based out of Indy, but is willing to travel. He has been in the game for 11 years, has excellent equipment, and does an excellent job. If you need some references, talk to Art Sonneborn or BradH.

Long Island NY

Anybody in (or know someone qualified) on Long Island, NY? I am not even sure if my Plasma (Philips 50" 9630A/37) needs to be calibrated? It is 75-100hrs old and I have the following setup: The Plasma connected to HR-10 250 Directv via HDMI; Bose LS-48 connected to Plasma via Component Video via CV adapter; Directv connected to Bose LS-48 via optical. Does it need to be calibrated? When? Why?

Thanks
Jeff


You can try Vinny Ferraro of Automated Home Technology. I know he's on Long Island. His email is vinny@autohometech.net

Can anyone recommend someone in the Tulsa, Ok area?
rlh149

I can give ken Whitcomb in Indy a reference. He did my Pioneer SD-P5083? 50 inch projection TV in 95 and it made a world of difference in the picture! (until it was hit by lightning in 99) :(

Ken is definitely Da' man in the Indy area:)!!! I highly suggest you give him a try.

Anyone in or around Tallahassee, FL???

anyone in the las vegas area??

I'll be there in Jan for CES, as will many more ISFers.

Raleigh/Durham, NC area anyone?

Les Holt

ISF Calibrator
HoltMods Audio and Video Consulting
5820 Stoneridge Mall Road, Suite 100
Pleasanton, CA 94588

Phone: (925) 828 2958

Website: http://holtmods.com/isf.htm

Email: les@holtmods.com

Serving the San Francisco, California Bay Area and beyond

HoltMods Offers ISF Certified Video Calibration Services
for LCD, LCOS, Plasma, DLP, CRT, HDTV, DTV, and DVD

Calibrator certified by the Imaging Science Foundation (ISF): http://www.imagingscience.com/

ISF Calibrator with 25 years experience in audio/video systems:

· designing, building, modifying and calibrating
· Designer and manufacturer of the ACKDAC™ analog to digital converter and digital output conversion kits
· Founder and owner of HoltMods™, audio and video equipment provider (http://holtmods.com)
· ISF Calibrator with highest grade Extra Class Amateur Radio license.

My approach to video and audio calibration:

I will maximize the performance of your display, whether it’s CRT, plasma, DLP, LCD, or LCOS, and will extract the best image from all source material, including DVD, HDTV, DTV and NTSC. I have special expertise with Hitachi and Toshiba displays, both of which I own and use, and offer ISF certified calibrations on all other displays, including Sony, Panasonic, Samsung, JVC (including D-ILA), SIM, Fujitsu, and NEC. I consult on audio and video systems’ acquisition, integration, setup, ISF calibration and performance, home theater PC (HTPC) setup, and high definition television (HDTV) reception issues and solutions. Available for ISF calibrations in the entire San Francisco Bay Area and, on request, beyond.

My goal is to extract the highest level of performance from your system, taking into account your individual viewing and listening habits and preferences, as well as the capabilities of your display. To achieve the best ISF calibration of gray scale, I use two independent references: objective equipment measurements with a colorimeter (the Progressive Laboratories CA-6X), and direct visual observations using an optical comparator (the AV Standards Visual Standard TVS Pro).

I’m methodical and detail oriented, and take my time to get things right. I talk to a client before, during and after the calibration to customize the set up for his viewing and listening habits. I don’t sell anything to ISF calibration clients unless requested, so I can provide objective advice free of any conflict of interest.

I provide free initial consultations by telephone. Call me and we can discuss how we can enhance your home theater experience: (925) 828-2958.

Equipment used for ISF Calibration includes:

· Progressive Laboratories CA-6X colorimeter (latest release)
· Progressive Laboratories CA-1 colorimeter
· AV Standards The Visual Standard TVS Pro color comparator
· Dell Inspiron 8600 laptop with custom calibration files
· Avcom PSA37D spectrum analyzer for HDTV reception analysis
· Goldstar OS2090G oscilloscope
· The Gryphon Exorcist audio oscillator
· Customized sound level meter
· Avia, Video Essentials and Digital Video Essentials calibration DVD’s and LD’s

Services offered include:

· Grey scale calibration (using two independent references)
· Color decoder alignment
· Proper adjustment of contrast (white level)
· Proper adjustment of brightness (black level)
· Geometry correction
· Proper adjustment of electronic focus
· Proper adjustment of mechanical (optical) focus
· Analysis of room setup and conditions from both visual and auditory perspectives
· Consultation re best choice of equipment for budget and viewing/listening habits
· Optimization of equipment and set up
· Proper alignment of multi-channel sound systems
· Recommended test DVD’s, CD’s, SACD’s, DVD-A’s
· Recommendations comparing cable TV with satellite TV versus over-the-air (OTA) reception
· Feasiblity analysis of over-the-air (OTA) reception of HDTV



Geographic areas covered include:

· San Francisco Bay Area
· East Bay Area
· Peninsula
· South Bay: San Jose
· San Francisco
· Marin
· All Bay Area Counties, including Alameda, Contra Costa, San Mateo, Santa Clara, San Francisco, Napa, Solano, Sonoma, San Joaquin

Just had this Gentleman ISF my WD62725. WOW - What a difference. Well worth the money.

thx dave harper, if yourself or anyone else wants a job in the vegas area please pm. my tv will be the dlp hp 5880 /1080p.

is there anyone that could be recommended for the Ft Myers/Naples area of Florida?

You can search www.imagingscience.com for someone in your area, but I can personally recommend Bob Fucci. He is in Hollywood, but I'm sure he would travel.

thx tyson, but the 650 mi round trip would certainly put his services out of my price range. :( thankyou for link, just what i was looking for..

ISF is based out of FL. You might want to contact them directly.

Raleigh/Durham, NC area anyone?


anyone? :rolleyes:

I'll go anywhere if travel is reimbursed if that helps?:)

If I head there to Raleigh/Durham, maybe I can find the guy that stole my Sharp 12K DLP last year with a bad cashier's check:mad:

I can't pay for you to come here, but if you have some info on that guy and want me to see what I can find on em, I'd be happy to help. I hate a theif.

How do I know it wasn't you and that's what you wanted me to come and calibrate, then you realized who you were talking to and say you can't afford it, hehehe;):D:)!!!

rofl, its all a conspiracyyyy :D

Knoxville, TN anyone?

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.

Yes I did, and I replied also:)!!!

I am also looking for a ISF calibrator here in Las Vegas, but none of the companies shown on the ISF website for Las Vegas no longer calibrate! Wow! They all are like, "We've stop calibrating TV's. So I was hoping that when CES came in January that I could find a Tech that was in town for the show would be interested. I am awaiting delivery of a JVC HD56FH96 (LCOS). Thanks.

I am also looking for a ISF calibrator here in Las Vegas, but none of the companies shown on the ISF website for Las Vegas no longer calibrate! Wow! They all are like, "We've stop calibrating TV's. So I was hoping that when CES came in January that I could find a Tech that was in town for the show would be interested. I am awaiting delivery of a JVC HD56FH96 (LCOS). Thanks.


ok members, help out a couple of guys from vegas, well pahrump for me, but close enough. my tv will be the hp5880. :)

See post #40.

See post #40.


is ken whitcomb a forum member? i understand that persons are willing to travel, but was hoping to find someone local or here anyway ie; CES, due to my somewhat limited bank account. :D

I understand, and yes he is. Unfortunately, despite my request for him to do so, (hehe) he has not posted on this thread. His user name is D6500Ken. PM him and see what you can work out. I assure you that he is worth every penny.

Well if anyone is interested in calibrating a JVC LCOS set while in Las Vegas at CES in Jan. Please contact me, I would be very appreciative, thanks! That is if JVC can start getting their new 1080p's out in the pipeline.

I understand, and yes he is. Unfortunately, despite my request for him to do so, (hehe) he has not posted on this thread. His user name is D6500Ken. PM him and see what you can work out. I assure you that he is worth every penny.

i did pm him and mentioned angor watts might be intrested as well.

Hey avalonn, I quess were both here trying to strike while the iron is hot (CES). I hope we find a willing participant.

Hey avalonn, I quess were both here trying to strike while the iron is hot (CES). I hope we find a willing participant.

well i will keep trying, but if you find someone first, let me know. maybe two deals will motivate someone. i was about to do the leg work around town, but thankfully tou beat me to it. you would think las vegas of all places would be able to help us!!

You can can always search ISF's website for a calibrator in your area. Go to www.imagingscience.com and use the Dealer/Tech locator.

If I get two people to do calibrations on I will certainly then put in my reservation to go to CES this year.

I was on the fence as to whether I'd attend this year, but if you can't find anyone else in the area let me know and I'll make the reservations to attend and set up cals for you guys in the Vegas area. I just don't want to step on anyone else's toes who is in that area, so try them first.

Let me know ASAP so I can make the proper reservations and airline tix.

If a number of you want a calibration in the Vegas area and are willing to wait for more to sign-up, it would be possible for me to make the drive and split the travel charges. I currently have one wanting/waiting for a calibration in the Vegas area, however it is not cheap when there is just one paying for the calibration and travel.

You can e-mail me with your details to see what we can put together. Glen@ISFHT.com

I am not sure if I will be attending CES, it’s a lot of walking to put on a recently broken ankle!

You can can always search ISF's website for a calibrator in your area. Go to www.imagingscience.com and use the Dealer/Tech locator.


angor watts tried that. see post number #64. :(

hey angor, seems like a couple of people may be willing to help, what do you think??

dave harper and glen c thanks for stepping up. hopefully angor and maybe someone else will step in to make this affordable/profitable for all involved. i will check in tomorrow and talk to ya then..

Dave Harper was kind enough to drive up to Westchester County from Pennsylvania and spend all day calibrating my LCDs. I am putting in a recommendation for Dave. He did a great job and stuck through dealing with my hum lines.

Thanks Dave!

Thanks John, it was certainly my pleasure:)!!!

Sorry for not posting earlier, I have been extremely busy this week. I just had my built in av center put in this last weekend, and was routing and mounting my surround four speakers, lots of attic time(but am done now!!). TV Authority called and confirmed delivery of my JVC HD-56FH96 for this next week. So if Glen Carter or Dave Harper will PM me, to tell me a price, and what is entailed, that would be great. Thanks.

As I said, if I get at least three people I will make my plans now to head to CES to service you all.

Let's try to keep this all in PMs now as this thread's getting too off topic.

Thanks:)!!!

Does anyone know of a highly reputable and reasonably priced ISF calibrator in the North Chicago Suburb area?

I have a Sony, 1024x1024, Model - KDE42XS955. I contacted ABT Electronics and they said it would run $500.

Thank you for any help...

Any calibrators in the Boise area? I have the Samsung HL-R5067W and the couple I've called do not calibrate DLP's. Any help would be appreciated.

Any ISF Calibrators in the Washington, DC metro area. I am located in Woodbridge, VA.

I am heading down there in the very near future to do two other clients if you want to piggyback with them?

Chuck Williams is also in that area, but if he's not available give me a shout.

Does anyone know of a calibrator in Kansas? I live in Wichita and there are only two listenings for calibrators on ISFs website. One of them only calibrates what he sells and the other is out of business. There are a few more listings near the KC area and I contacted one so far and he wants $450 to come and calibrate. I have a 42" Panasonic plasma TV.

Raleigh/Durham, NC area anyone?

I second that one ....anyone near the Raleigh area who CAN calibrate?
I have a SONY 34xbr960

fredd

I should be down in the Charlotte area very soon if you require my services? Let me know and I can head over to Raleigh/Durham too.

I'm looking to get a 34xbr960 calibrated. I saw a few posts about people possibly coming into town during CES. Between them and the places from the ISF website, is there anybody that people would recommend in the Las Vegas area.

Guys,

I am now booked to be in the Vegas area for CES from Jan 6-9th. If you would like to set up ISF services let me know.

MERRY CHRISTMAS:)!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Anybody that cover the Montreal area?

I have a GWIII (KF50WE610), and a ROTEL RSX1056 and speakers that I would like to calibrate/position also if possible?

Thanks,

Can anyone recommend an ISF certified calbrator serving Central New Jersey? Specifically, Somerset County?

Thanks.

lman12

I should be heading in that area pretty soon when I go thru there to do some clients in West Chester, NY and Stamford, CT.

Let me know if you don't find anyone in that area.

I'll do this on behalf of someone, since I know he's very busy and doesn't post on this forum very much.


Name: Chad Billheimer

Website: http://www.hdtvbychadb.com/

Email: badchillheimer@yahoo.com

Equipment used: http://www.hdtvbychadb.com/equipment.htm

Biography/background: http://www.hdtvbychadb.com/bio.htm

Coverage area: The website advertised "Full ISF calibration and service for Ohio, Indiana, W. Virginia, and Virginia" but Chad's been "cheating" and going out past that realm more often and may be looking to expand his base, after a point.

All of his references, means of contact, and other information are on that site.

He tends to actually cover a greater area that you might think, case by case. He hails from Ohio, but he's been going out as far as Maine, FL, and way out west as well. Case by case.

All you have to do is fill this form out here: http://www.hdtvbychadb.com/order.htm

It's not a binding contract at all. He'll contact you and case by case, you may just be pleasantly surprised. I won't speak for him one way or the other. It can't hurt to take a shot! :)


My personal testimonial about Chad's services:
http://www.avsforum.com/avs-vb/showthread.php?t=561596&highlight=ISF

This is my own personal testimonial thread about Chad and his services. You'll see plenty of other forumers, like UMR and such, that jumped in the thread and really gave a lot of useful information and plenty of great discussion! :)

Chad calibrated my SXRD last night and we were very pleased with the results. We thought it looked great out of the box; and I had "tweaked" it with Avia. I was a little skeptical about the need for the ISF; but had seen the major improvement provided on my prior CRT HD RPTV. So, I scheduled Chad after reading positive comments about his work on this site.

Turned out I was right in two regards. The SXRD benefitted significantly and Chad was definitely the correct choice. If you live in Ohio or a nearby state, Chad is a warm, personable guy and an outstanding calibrator.

I use the following instrumentation along with an array of associated gear during my calibration sessions.

WHITE BALANCE

Photo Research PR650 SpectroRadiometer
TVSPro Optical Comparator

TEST PATTERNS

Sencore VP-403 Multi-Scan Video Generator
Accupel HDG-3000 Multi-Scan Video Generator
Digital Video Essentials PRO DVDs
Digital Video Essentials DVHS Tapes

I’ve been performing ISF calibrations since February, 1997 and on a full-time basis since January, 2001. I principally service the New York tri-State areas, but have done and continue to do extensive touring throughout the United States having performed over 100 tours to date.

Before becoming an ISF calibrationist, I was involved for many years in audio/video sales and installations in both the professional and consumer markets.

Eliab

Hi all,

Eliab calibrated both my big Sony CRT and my Optoma H77. Very pleased with his work and his recommendations. Oh, and he likes Chinese food.

Bruce

Chad Billheimer calibrated my Sony CRT RPTV (KP-57WS520) and did an outstanding job. Highly recommended. He travels to lower Michigan, as well.

Randy Tomlinson......Atlanta, GA. and surrounding states.

Currently a member of Gregg Loewen's exclusive LION AV group and handling Gregg's accounts in NC, SC, GA, TN, AL, and MS. Have tours coming up soon to TN and NC. Travel sometimes to Calif and Florida as well.

Reviewer for The Perfect Vision magazine so have direct contact with top factory engineers.

Got tired of grossly inaccurate tri-stimulus color analyzers so bought a Gretag-McBeth LightSpex spectroradiometer that's used to verify accuracy of all calibrations. This product (not to be confused with the cheaper Eye-One) has twice the potential accuracy (256 sensors) of the PhotoResearch PR-650. I also use the top Sencore video generator (VP-403) which has ATSC output. It's a big mistake these days to trust any conventional color analyzer with LCoS, SXRD, LCD, and DLP sets. To monitor any change in analyzer calibration, I use a Sony D65 CRT monitor as a known reference whose phosphors always glow at 6500K. This was carefully measured with all color analyzers and the spectroradiometer the day each came back from factory calibration.

ISF certified since 2000 but been doing full convergence/white balance setups since 1966! (long before we had color analyzers) Front projectors since the 80s.

Contact me at LIONAV or my website at advancedtechservice

Hi Folks

I live in Northern WI. Any know of someone who could do a calibration on a 34xbr960 just bought a couple of weeks ago?

Thanks much
jim

Jim,
Where in Northern WI? I am from Eagle River, and get up that way now and then. I've got an ISF certification and a nice Sencore system, but Joe Coda is my calibrator I send abroad. His father is Doug Coda of Coda Electric in St. Germain, we do several projects up there every year, though our shop is in North Oaks MN, just north of Minneapolis. Send me a message if you want to set something up. We service all of Minnesota and Wisconsin and every major city in The US, Canada, Europe, Australia, and Hong Kong/ Tokyo, Japan. Glad to help,

Matt Ballard
651-271-6444

Hi All,

I am Kevin Miller and my company is ISFTV. My contact information is listed below:

Kevin Miller
ISFTV
Phone: 718-274-0236
Email: kevin@ISFTV.COM
Web Site: www.ISFTV.COM
Founding Imaging Science Foundation Member since 1994
Industry Consultant ~ ISF Instructor
Contributing Editor to CNET.COM & The Perfect Vision

I have been calibrating in the New York Tri-State area since February 1994 when the ISF was first formed. I have been a co-instructor of the ISF seminars for the last five years.

I have extensive experience with all display types and all makes and models of HDTVs. I am also a consultant to some of the major TV manufacturers including Samsung, Sharp, Runco International and others. My equipment arsenal is state-of-the-art and includes the following:

Equipment Used: We are constantly upgrading our arsenal of test equipment, which includes:

New Gear: The Minolta CS-200 is designed to measure luminance, chromaticity, gamma and contrast of light emitting products, such as large flat panel and plasma displays, compact LCD's and OLED's, outdoor screens, high pressure lamps and instrument panels. In short, it can accurately read any type of display device. The CS-200 has 40 high accuracy sensors to calculate spectral response where as most color analyzers have only 3; 3 selectable measuring angles, and measurement speed as low as 0.5 seconds. The CS200 was tested against several Photo Research PR650 Spectraradiometers by Joe Kane of JKP and found to be just as accurate, and perhaps more accurate than the PR650 below 1.5 Footlamberts.

Sencore Color Pro 5000: This laptop software based meter has been developed mainly for the new fixed pixel displays like DLP, Plasma, and new forms of LCD like LCOS, because fixed pixel displays often have much different color space and gamma than traditional CRT based displays. This means old fashioned tri-stimulous meters like our trusty old Philips won't do the job as accurately as desired.

The Sencore 5000 has been compared to the industry standard calibration device, the Photo Research PR 650 Spectraradiometer on several occassions with many different types of displays, and has been proven to be as accurate if not more so than the Photo Research.

Sencore VP403 HDTV/SDTV signal generator with DVI Output and ATSC RF Output. The VP403 is the industry standard signal generator primarily because of its ATSC RF out, which allows us to go into an off-air or Satellite HDTV receiver's antenna input, and keep the set-top box in the signal flow making for much more accurate HDTV source calibrations.

Sencore CP5000 Color Analyzer

Philips Color Analyzer

Sencore CP288 Color Analyzer

The Visual Standard Optical Comparator

Accupel HDTV (720p, 1080i) HDTV signal generator

Sencore VP403 (480i/p, 720p, 1080i, 1080p NTSC and PAL) signal generator

Moderator note:

this thread is ONLY for Calibrators and not for discussions

Please: only ISF Calibrators post here- Thanks

(thread may be cleaned up to delete OT posts)

Can anyone recommend an ISF certified calbrator serving the Detroit area?

6500 K Calibrations


Serving Oregon, Washington State and Idaho with frequent trips to Tampa/St Pete and Southernmost Texas.

ISF calibrator since 2003.

To save space here, check the website below for testimonials and equipment used.

www.6500kcalibrations.com

Doug Kinne
Mt. Hood (Zigzag), Oregon

Looking for a ISF calibrator in Buffalo, NY for my Toshiba 51HC85..let me know..thanks

Just wanted to give the heads up that ChadB will be in the Detroit Metro Area(Feb17 and 18th) to calibrate a TV for myself and a friend. I know his rep is very good on this site, so if anyone is looking to have it done and you live in this area, you may want to drop him a line http://www.hdtvbychadb.com. I have seen a few people asking about calibrators in this area, so just wanted to give the heads up.

VegasJay

Home Theater Calibration is now an "Authorized ISF Calibrator" for the Brillian LCoS displays in the Los Angeles and surrounding Southern California area.

I tried to get Chad B down to Florida before the Super Bowl, but he seems to have basically dissed me. So does anyone know a good ISF calibrator that serves the Tampa Bay area? Any leads would be VERY appreciated!

I would contact isf directly. They are in FL themselves and may have someone there that can do it for you. www.imagingscience.com

Thank you very much!

Hello,

I'm trying to locate an ISF calibrator with front projection experience to help me with a review of a yet-to-be-released HD DLP front projector in NYC.

The review will be part of an email newsletter to a sizable national audience (details on request) and the calibration service would be in exchange for credit for the calibrator in the article (e.g. "Projector Calibration and testing performed by John Doe of XXXXX Calibration Services in XX, XX"). We woud also like to get the usual data (actual contrast, actual lumens etc.).

If you are interested please PM me.

Thanks! :)

Dan Canale

Can anybody suggest someone experienced with the Sony G90 in the Dallas / Fortworth area?

Thank you very much!

You are VERY welcome:)!!!

Can anybody suggest someone experienced with the Sony G90 in the Dallas / Fortworth area?

Brez,

He's not in Ft. Worth/Dallas area, but Terry Ferrentinos from Atlanta is a master with the G90's and all the other Sony FPs. I think he does some tours around the USA, so I'd suggest trying to get hold of him and see if he'll be in your area anytime soon. His handle here at AVS is "CHUCHUF".

what about steve martin. He's in Plano I think: http://www.smartcalibration.com/

jeff

Anyone serving the Rocky Mountain region, Denver, et cetera?

Looking for an isf calibrator in the Baltimore, Maryland area. Looking to get a Panasonic PT-AE900 calibrated ASAP. :)

Anyone serving the Rocky Mountain region, Denver, et cetera?

Not sure exactly who's there now, but there'll be a bunch come Sep 2006 during the next CEDIA in Denver if you can wait a few months???

Looking for an isf calibrator in the Baltimore, Maryland area. Looking to get a Panasonic PT-AE900 calibrated ASAP.?

I am only about an hour away if you need me? I just did a Panny AE900 last Sunday. Shoot me an email at daveharper@avscience.com

My name is Zygmunt Wojewoda (Zigmund Voyevoda), I am owner of Perfect Home Theater in Chestnut Hill, Massachusetts.

I am THX and ISF certified.
I have i1 spectroradiometer, Sencore generator and full set of BluRay, HD-DVD and standard DVDs for proper calibrations. I also have Sony PVM-96 as the reference monitor/comparator.
My software - CalMan and ControlCal (for Pioneer displays)
I cover New England area.

Phone: 617-965-6984
e-mail: ZW@PerfectHomeTheater.com
www.PerfectHomeTheater.com
(I also speak Polish and Spanish)

21st Century Calibrations

David Evans
P.O. Box 1737
Fairview, OR. 97024
971-404-4372

Servicing: All of Oregon / SW Washington / Boise, ID Area

Services: Calibration and Consultation Services for all types of Home Theater Audio and Video devices.

Equipment: Konica Minolta CS-200 (Chroma Meter)

Progressive Labs C-5 with software (Tristimulus Color Analyzer)

Sencore - CP6000 (ColorPro Color Analyzer)

Sencore - CP5000 (ColorPro Color Analyzer)

Sencore - ACP6500 (Auto Calibration Pro)

Sencore - VP403CSH (VideoPro Multimedia Video Generator)

Sencore - accuGray DC14

DataColor - ISF C3 interface for Pioneer Elite

Sony - PVM96 ( D65 Reference Video Monitor)

Sencore DAG5161 SoundPro Digital Audio Generator

Sencore SP295C SoundPro Audio Analyzer

Sencore MX299 SoundPro Microphone Multiplexer

Sencore Acoustic Calibration Report Software

THX Room Mode Calculator Software

TerraLink 2.2 Calibration Software

AVPro Audio Suite Reporting/Calibration Software

Numerous test and reference DVDs



Please visit my website for services and complete pricing details.
Fell free to contact me with any questions.

www.21stcc-isf.com

www.tweaktv.com

david@21stcc-isf.com

Realistic Imaging
Servicing: Missouri and Illinios
Equipment:

Sencore Color Pro 5000
Sencore Accugray
Sony PVM-96 as an optical comparator.
Avia DVD
Video Essentials

I calibrate all types of displays including medical monitors and pc's.
I am a participant in the Brillian program as well.
I can be reached at 314-583-1784.


Eric Smith

Ron Foster - Calibrations by Ronster

Providing ISF calibrations on all type displays in the MidSouth within 150 mile radius of Memphis, TN

ISF Certified

Website: calibrationsbyronster (http://www.calibrationsbyronster.com)

Ron Foster
901-487-7266
662-449-1456
ronster2@comcast.net
ronster@calibrationsbyronster

Any calibrators in WISCONSIN? Im in Madison, tried one calibrator but said he couldnt calibrate my projector for some reason and he was ISF certified. Anyone in madison or nearby wisconsin please pm me with rate, projector is digital projection Ivison HD, same as projection design action one 1000 lumen HD2+ dvi

I'm Bill Hergonson, Owner Of Coast Calibration, Featuring ISF/HAA/Sencore Certified Home Theater Calibration For The Greater San Diego, Ca. Area. Sencore Professional Calibration Tools, Sony PVM 96 B & W Comparator. My Instructors Were Joel Silver, Gerry Lemay And Tom Schulte. A 36 Year Veteran Broadcaster Familiar With All Complex Professional Video/audio Equipment, I Am Dedicated To Giving You The Same Picture The Producers Intended. Founded In May 2005. Also, As A Preferred Vendor For Sony Computer Entertainment, I Calibrate Computer Monitors For Critical Artistic Applications.
House Calls Only. Please Visit My Website Coastcalibration For Complete Details, Faq's And ISF Approved Calibration Fees.

Hello!

My Name is Matt Murray I do ISF calibrations in Sioux Falls and the Surrounding area. I am ISF & HAA certified and have been through the Sencore Calibration Certification. I like to spend extra time to ensure optimal performance and picture quality. I handle all types of displays just give me a call or send me and E-mail. There is also a link to our website below.

WE SERVICE SOUTH DAKOTA, SW MINNESOTA, NW IOWA, NE NEBRASKA & BEYOND

Were always on call!

Equipment- Display Calibration

Sencore CP 5000 Color Analyzer
Sencore VP 403c Signal/Pattern Generator
Sencore SA 1454 Signal Analyzer
AVIA

Audio Calibration

Sencore Digital generator
sencore SP495

CONTACT INFO:

Matt Murray
Precision AV
www.PrecisionTheaters.com
Info@PrecisionTheaters.com

3200 S West Ave
Sioux Falls, SD 57105


You can also email me direct at MattMurray@PrecisionTheaters.com

Im looking for a ISF certified calibrator in the Springfield, MO. area. Please PM me if you are one or can recommend a good one. Thanks.

My name is Lee Gallagher and I am the sole proprietor of Advanced Audio Visual based in Phoenix, Arizona.
Phone: 480-606-2647

I am a full-time ISF calibrator and AV Technician. I received a Bachelor’s Degree in Communications/TV Production and have over 15 years of experience in the audio visual industry. I have served as Technical Director for many high profile corporate events and was a projectionist for the first high definition NBA broadcast on the west coast in 1998.

I offer calibrations for all front and rear projection display devices, including CRT, DLP, Plasma, LCD, LCoS and DILA.
My services are available throughout the state of Arizona.

Calibrations are performed with Colorfacts Professional, gretagmacbeth spectroradiometer, Sony PVM-96 optical comparator, Sencore VP403C HD test pattern generator and various test DVD's including Video Essentials, Digital Video Essentials (DVD and HD DVD), AVIA Pro, HQV Benchmark DVD and Blu-Ray and the HDTV Calibration Wizard from Monster and ISF. I also support ISFccc for all participating displays.

I have received extensive training and have a great deal of professional experience in the customer service industry. My goal to you, the customer, is to provide not only an accurate, calibrated display, but to provide exceptional customer service that you expect and deserve.

I will be looking for an ISF certified calibrator (for the Cleveland Ohio area in Mid to Late April 2006) to calibrate a new Mits HC3000U with a 103 diag ClearPix2 screen. Please email me at msp555@gmail.com

Thanks

I have

Panasonic DLP PT-50DL54
Samsung LNR46D
Panasonic AE-900u

James

I am looking for a calibrator for a RCA F38310. Overscaning is alittle bit of a problem, Any ISF calabrators do it alittle cheaper then say 400bucks? My location is Grand Rapids MI 49508

Whats the cheapest I could find?

I am a retired engineering manager for Eastman Kodak company and have experience in several color management projects there. My passion since the mid 60s have included television and home theater. Retirement from Kodak has given me the opportunity to pursue these passions by offering isf calibrations to the Western NY (Syracuse, Rochester, Buffalo) region.

I hold both isf and HAA certifications (January 2002) and utilize Sencore and Accupel calibration equipment.

PM me for more information or call (585) 755-9209

More information at isf Calibrations for Rochester (http://www.hancocktechnologies.com)

Guys,

Can we please refrain from posting any more questions to this thread?

This thread is intended for isf calibrators to post their information for the clients to contact them directly if in need of services and prices.

If you need to find a calibrator and you don't happen to find one here that's in your area, please either go to www.imagingscience.com and do a search or make a separate post in this forum.

Thank you for your cooperation:)

Serving northeast Atlanta and surrounding areas. Will travel further.

ISF Forum Member, Listing (http://www.isfforum.com/viewtopic.php?t=2)

ISF Forum Member, More information (http://www.isfforum.com/viewtopic.php?t=22)

Mastertech Repair Corporation
770-513-3987
help@mastertechtv.com

Serving the New York City area. Full ISF calibration services available. I also do audio calibration work. See my website for details. Free recommendations or advice, just email me or give me a call.

Carl Sundbom
New York Video Calibration (http://www.ny-calibration.com)
info@ny-calibration.com
(646) 483-2419

I am looking for a ISF certified calibrator in the Louisville, KY area. Please PM me if you are one or can recommend a good one. Thanks.

I am looking for a ISF certified calibrator in the Louisville, KY area. Please PM me if you are one or can recommend a good one.I'm based in Indianapolis, a short 2-hour drive from Louisville.


Ken Whitcomb

I'm based in Indianapolis, a short 2-hour drive from Louisville.


Ken Whitcomb

He's also one of the most experienced in the business. That could also translate to old, but we won't go there.

I HIGHLY recommend Ken Whitcomb for anyone in and around the Indy area, if you can afford that "Old Disciple of (Joe) Kane", hehehe;)? I have recommended him on numerous occasions.

Anyone know of any qualified ISF people in Eastern Canada? Like in New Brunswick or Nova Scotia?

I may be heading up there on vacation later this summer if you still need someone then? Try to keep these type of questions to a minimum in this thread though. See below..........

Guys,

Can we please refrain from posting any more questions to this thread?

This thread is intended for isf calibrators to post their information for the clients to contact them directly if in need of services and prices.

If you need to find a calibrator and you don't happen to find one here that's in your area, please either go to www.imagingscience.com and do a search or make a separate post in this forum.

Thank you for your cooperation:)

Ok I have a question on calibration, and since there are a ton of calibrators in here I think it's the perfect place to ask. But I don't want to get this thread off subject so I started a new one with my question here (http://www.avsforum.com/avs-vb/showthread.php?p=7838209#post7838209). Thanks.

Realistic Imaging: Based out of Saint Charles Missouri

My name is Eric Smith I have been in the Television Industry for about 13 years, I have been doing calibrations now for about a year. I am willing to travel to other locations to do calibration work. I calibrate all types of displays including front projection systems and LCOS and Plasmas.
Equipment: Sencore CP5000, Sencore VP403 Pattern Generator, Sencore accugray software for medical monitors and computer monitors, Sony PVM-96 for reference, video essentials and Avia test discs.

My Contact info:
Realistic Imaging
Eric Smith
St. Charles Mo. 63304
314-583-1784

Jason Monette
ISF, HAA, and RTI Certified Calibrator
Bachelor of Science, Electrical Engineering
269.217.4473
Email Me (jbm@jbmaudio.com)

JBM Audio
Escaping Reality Through Home Theater! (http://jbmaudio.com)

JBM Audio offers Home Theater Installation and Calibration services. Serving the State of Michigan and surrounding borders. Special trips made when requested. Be sure to visit JBM Audio (http://JBMAudio.com)for more info.

Equipment:

Sencore SP295 Audio Analyzer Sound Pro
Sencore MX299 Micorphone Multiplexer
Sencore VP403C Mulitmedia Generator
Sencore CP5000U Color Analyzer
Sager 5320 Notebook Computer
Many Test DVD's

Feel Free to call or email with any questions

My name is Helmut Kaczmarek and I offer ISF Video calibration services for all types of consumer Display Devices, Front Projectors, as well as HAA and THX Audio calibration for Audio Systems out of Santa Clarita, CA.

Additionally I calibrate professional DLP Cinema (BARCO and NEC) projectors, and the A and B-chain of sound systems equipped with professional DOLBY, DTS, and SDDS cinema processors .

I can be contacted at helmut.kaczmarek@earthlink.net or 818-269-1427.

I serve the greater Los Angeles Area and Southern California and will travel to other areas.

Video Calibration Equipment: ColorFacts software with a MINOLTA CS-200 Chroma Meter, GretagMacbeth Eye-One spectroradiometer, AccuPel HDG-3000 Test Pattern Generator, and a Sony PVM-96 D65 reference monitor.

Video Test Software: Digital Video Essentials, AviaPro DVD test disks, THX Demo and Setup DVDs and Laserdiscs, Video Essentials System Setup Laserdisc and numerous other test DVDs.

Audio Calibration Equipment: D2 Acoustical Measurement System with four measurement microphones for improved spatial and temporal averaging, TrueRTA™ Real Time Analyzer, B&K Sound Pressure Level Meter.

Audio Test Software: Gold Line's "The 5.1 Audio Toolkit"

Certifications and Training: Imaging Science Foundation. Home Acoustic Alliance. BARCO and NEC Digital Cinema factory training. Formerly Senior Test Engineer and Instructor for the Professional and Home THX Divison of Lucasfilm Ltd. I am a licensed CA C-7 contractor #841838.

__________________
Helmut W. Kaczmarek
818-269-1427

Impressive resume Helmut!!! Why did you stop working for Lucasfilm/THX??? Sounds like fun and a job I'd LOVE to have:)

Anyone in Reno, NV?

Anyone in MA?

This is not the proper place to ask a question. You should start a new thread.

Hello everyone,

I apologize for posting this here, but my search to find a good ISF calibrator for my Pioneer Elite PRO-1130 has been long and frustrating :( .... I've been waiting for nearly 4 months and nobody with the feedback and "vast" experience in my set has been available in my area in months, and thus, I thought I would give it a try in this thread...

I would like to know if any of you gentlemen, with experience with Pioneer's 6th Generation Elite's, particularly the PRO-1130, is available any time soon in South Florida (Miami/Ft Lauderdale)?

Specifically, I would like someone who has done the Pioneer Elite Special "ISF" day/night menus....I understand it requires special software and cables, and Pioneer Tech support has told me repeatedly that ISF calibration on this set is to be done on those menus only, and by an experienced individual in them.

I hope you gentlemen can give me some feedback...please feel free to PM me, or email me at:
shervin.sabripour@gmail.com

regards,

-Shervin

Bob Fucci would be my recommendation. He the ISF test administrator and a very experienced calibrator who lives in Hollywood FL. I'll PM you with his contact information.

And if he can't help for some reason, the ISF is located in FL so I would give them a call directly if you haven't already? I'm sure they have some good recommendations.

If you would like, I can have Bob give you a call. I actually know Bob pretty well and he is a excellent calibrator. I know for a fact that he doesn't have the C3 calibration equipment. I have done about 9 Pioneer Elite Plasma using the C3 equipment and from my experience it works well. It depends on the client and the application if I use the C3 or do it manually. The day/night mode can be nice but most of my clients usually leave it in the day mode. The reason behind this is that the only difference between the 2 modes is brightness (black level) and contrast (white level) settings. To properly set each mode you need to be able to control room lighting. So unless you are able to make your room as dark as it is at night during the day it is hard to set the right black level and contrast. If you find a calibrator that is knowledgeable with your model they can do a great job without the C3 software.

Shervin, we're basically in agreement here with respect to Bob Fucci. I forwarded your e-mail to Bob earlier, you should be hearing from him soon. Manual calibration can yield as good or better calibration than the C3, when done properly. there are more adjustments in the SM than there are in the C3 software.

David, Glen, Tyson....thank you very much for feedback!! I contacted Bob Fucci and haven;t been able to catch up yet, so hopefully today we can talk. :)

I also wanted to say thank you to Jeff (umr) for your feedback and candid thoughts.....sorry again for the confusion in our PM's. :o

...from my experience it works well. It depends on the client and the application if I use the C3 or do it manually. The day/night mode can be nice but most of my clients usually leave it in the day mode. The reason behind this is that the only difference between the 2 modes is brightness (black level) and contrast (white level) settings. To properly set each mode you need to be able to control room lighting. So unless you are able to make your room as dark as it is at night during the day it is hard to set the right black level and contrast. There is also one more thing I don't know if you are aware of. You can only calibrate one set of day/night modes or one for one input say night and the other day for another input. Pioneer advertising is a little miss leading, it lets people think that you can have as many inputs calibrated with day/night modes you want. There is only 2 memories and they can be configured any way you like....
understood. what confuses me is that Pioneer tech told me yesterday that they "strongly" encourage only ISF menu calibration (using C3), and although I'm sure it is partly a money thing for them, I want to make sure there is nothing there that I may be missing by not doing it that way. :confused:

Shervin, we're basically in agreement here with respect to Bob Fucci. I forwarded your e-mail to Bob earlier, you should be hearing from him soon. Manual calibration can yield as good or better calibration than the C3, when done properly. there are more adjustments in the SM than there are in the C3 software.
thanks Glen....like I said, haven't been able to talk yet, but hopefully we will touch base today. As I mentioned to David, I'm just a little weary about not using the C3 software and menus, but perhaps that's just my ignorance....hopefully Bob can explain it to me in full detail.

I would recommend Ken Whitcomb. He is based out of Indy, but is willing to travel. He has been in the game for 11 years, has excellent equipment, and does an excellent job. If you need some references, talk to Art Sonneborn or BradH.


How do I get in touch with Mr. Whitcomb? I'm also in Chicago.

Go here:

http://www.imagingscience.com/isf_results.cfm?temp=12&Country1=none&State1=IN&dlr_status=CAL

How do I get in touch with Mr. Whitcomb? I'm also in Chicago.

I PM'd you with his information. He will do an excellent job for you.

any ISF'ers in PHX? i just ordered the sony 60A2000..i might be interested if the price is right..

blkhawk661-

I will PM you with the contact info for an excellent calibrator in you area.

Are there any ISF calibrators in the Buffalo,N.Y. area, I own a Samsung HCR4755W rear projection CRT unit which I may consider having calibrated.

Rick Biesik
rbiesik@reichert.com

Yes, I service the Buffalo area from Rochester. See my entry here:
Post #131 (http://www.avsforum.com/avs-vb/showthread.php?p=7485774#post7485774)

I just got a Sony SXRD 60A2000 for the main home theater that I definately want calibrated.....

May also want to calibrate a Sony GWIII LCD RPTV in the family room and a Sony Bravia LCD in the bedroom as well. Bulk discount maybe?? :)

Anyway, any good ISF'ers in the Chicagoland area that anyone could recommend? I would prefer someone very local to minimize costs as much as possible. Thanks!

EDIT: I did send an email to Ken Whitcomb, as someone recommended in the post above, but if there is anyone else to consider, pls let me know. TIA.

I just got a Sony SXRD 60A2000 for the main home theater that I definately want calibrated.....

May also want to calibrate a Sony GWIII LCD RPTV in the family room and a Sony Bravia LCD in the bedroom as well. Bulk discount maybe?? :)

Anyway, any good ISF'ers in the Chicagoland area that anyone could recommend? I would prefer someone very local to minimize costs as much as possible. Thanks!

EDIT: I did send an email to Ken Whitcomb, as someone recommended in the post above, but if there is anyone else to consider, pls let me know. TIA.

I am in Chicago and would like pricing for the new Sony A2000. I would also prefer local if possible.

Precision Video/Chris Eberle
West Point, New York
(914)850-0291
ceberle@hvc.rr.com

Instruments:
Progressive Labs CA-6X color analyzer with additional LCD probe
Accupel HDG-3000 pattern generator
Dell Inspiron laptop
Displaymate computer video calibration software
test DVDs including Avia, Digital Video Essentials and GetGray

Areas served:
New York Hudson Valley Region from Albany to Westchester County
New York Metro
Northern New Jersey
Western Connecticut

My ISF Listing (http://www.imagingscience.com/isf_results.cfm?temp=33&Country1=none&State1=NY&dlr_status=CAL)

Ottawa Based ISF/HAA certified Calibrators

Falconet Consulting
ISF/HAA Calibrations (http://www.falconet.ca)
Tel.: 613-277-2349
email: Contact FALCONET (info@falconet.ca)

Equipment for Video calibrations:
Sencore CP5000 'ColorPro' All-Display Color Analyzer
Sencore VP403 'VideoPro' Multimedia Video Generator


Equipment for Audio calibrations:
Sencore SP395 'SoundPro' Audio Integrator

Areas we service:
Ottawa
Kingston
Montreal
Everything in between the above regions.

I'm in Montreal .. and looking for someone.

My equipment
Optoma HD72
BEll Expressvu HD 9200 (HDMI)
Bell expressvu HD 6100 (DVI)
xbox360 (component)
sony DVD (component)

PM me please.

Here's one:

http://www.imagingscience.com/isf_results.cfm?temp=44&Country1=Canada&State1=none&dlr_status=CAL

You can also hit the "Back to Results Page" button and see all the ones from Canada.:)

Dave,

That's something a lot of people don't realize. The isf site lists ALL calibrators that have passed their training. The only problem is that the site lists many people who are no longer active, or only do calibrations for people who purchased their displays from them.

But it is certainly the right place to start, rather than making a post here (which they aren't supposed to do).

Here is another place to start looking - http://www.isfforum.com

I just bought an "open box" KD34XBR960 that definitely has some adjustment "issues"....such as convergence and who knows what all.
Is there anyone near Richmond who can do one of these?
Thanks
Guy

Just want to expand on Glen's post -- the ISF Forum is a better place to begin searching for an ISF calibrator:

www.isfforum.com

This is the public area of the private ISF Forum. All calibrators who have access to the private calibrator areas pay an annual subscription fee; as a result, only ISF Forum members are listed at the public area of the site. While that's not by any means a guarantee, it improves the odds that ISF Forum-listed calibrators are active, are up to date on new displays and techniques, and are eager to connect with customers in their coverage area.

Also, most of the calibrators at the ISF Forum are independents, and as a result you're less likely to run into the situation where an ISF-trained dealer only offers calibration for displays and equipment they sell.

There are current listings for ISF Forum calibrators in the US, Canada and Europe. In addition, the ISF has recently been holding seminars in Europe and Australia, and there are a growing number of calibrators available in those markets. Although there are no calibrators currently listed for Australia, that should change in a few weeks.

If anyone needs further assistance on finding an active ISF calibrator, you can send me a private message and I'll do what I can to help you make a connection with an ISF Forum calibrator in your area.

I am looking for someone in the Winston-Salem NC, or Greensboro area. I have a Samsung HL-S4266 DLP. Thanks.

I'll be heading thru there very soon. Check your PMs:)

Can anyone give me some names of calibrators in the Boston area? I live in Winchester, MA (suburb about 9 miles out of town)

Specifically, if he/she has experience with Samsung HLS series, that would be a bonus.

Thanks!

Try here: Perfect Home Theater (http://www.perfecthometheater.com/index.htm)

Or Jim Doolittle who actually works with the ISF here:

ISF-trained Dealer Search Results
Company Name Doolittle, Jim
Address 40 Copley Ave.
City Waltham
State MA
ZIP Code 02452
Telephone 781-891-7714
ISF Optical Comparator
Color Analyzer

Good Afternoon,

After reading and reading, I think I finally decided on the television I would like. As of this minute I'm leaning towards the HLS6187 or 88W.

I can get a really good deal on the 87 since I have a brother who works at Best Buy.

Anyways I would want this beast calibrated to get the best picture possible, but being in WI don't know who to trust. I'm not sure if there are any tours going on at this time, or if anyone is coming to Wisconsin (Between Madison and Milwaukee - 90 minutes north of Chicago) I would like to look into obtaining your services. Thank in advance for your help, and if you have any thoughts on TV choices I'm open as well.

Where can I post, seeking feed back on a possible ISF calibrator Id like to use? Thanks! If I have posted here incorrectly, please let me know where I can post to seek feed back. Thank you!

Just start a new thread in this forum:) http://www.avsforum.com/avs-vb/forumdisplay.php?f=139

Does anyone have a recommendation for a professional calibrater in the San Francisco Bay Area?

Thanks

Here's a listing of recommended calibrators for all of California, including several in the Bay Area:

http://www.isfforum.com/viewtopic.php?t=5

Thanks very much Doug.

Anyone coming to Charlotte any time soon?

anyone in houston, texas

Private Theaters
9838 Old Baymeadows Road
#352
Jacksonville, FL. 32256

904.268.1240

Have been providing ISF certified video calibrations in Jacksonville, FL. since March 1997. We are a full-service custom home theater company providing design, installation, optimization, programming, and support.

For more information, please visit our website at http://www.privatetheatersfl.com

Any calibrators between Winnipeg Manitoba and Thunder Bay ontario?
Looking to get a calibration soon and no one available round here.

Hmm...Don't see my original listing, so here it is again (with updates).

THE REAL PICTURE is based in Scottsdale, Arizona and conducted by Michael Hamilton.

I participated in one of the first ISF trainings, held in 1994. As a result of the relationships forged, I have been a seminar assistant since the late 1990's.
In Spring of this year, the ISF has developed a partnership with Datacolor, and an ISF Seminar series, sponsored by Datacolor has been touring the country. I am co-instructor with Lion A/V partner Gregg Loewen for this series.

The Real Picture calibration tool kit is too extensive to list here, however the same familiar accomplices are there:

Minolta CS-200 Colorimeter (essential for the new CMS - Color Management Systems - that display manufacturers are starting to implement into their products) and all Datacolor pickup devices (Lion A/V is a consultant to Datacolor)

Quantum Data 802b and 403b signal generators

All calibration discs known to man and currnetly available in the Free World

Pioneer of the trend to use the Sony PVM 96 as a reference tool for checking instrumentation (including sending my instruments in regularly for NIST re-certification) and as a live-feed Optical Comparator (retiring the original ISF Optical Comparator)

Sony PHM-14M8U HD SPMTE-C Phosphor Reference Color Monitor

Experience includes:

All CRT front projectors (except Ampro...if there are any still in use)

All other display types (including all ISF C3 enabled displays by way of Colorfacts)

The Real Picture is Runco's Southwest Technical Representative and the only authorized Runco warranty repair station in Arizona

Not sure what else to add...if you can suggest anything, I welcome all comments!

Does Burns Digital Consultants, Inc in the Chicago area still doing calibrations ???

Jim works for Runco, but last I heard was residing in upstate New York.

Joe, I tried to send you a PM but apparently your inbox is full.

I'm in St. Louis and I'm currently working on pulling together a trip to Chicago, working with a couple of other area residents who haven't been able to find anyone locally. If you'd like to discuss this further, send me a private message or call me at the number below.

Anyone in the Chicagoland familiar with Sony SXRD's who is confident they can make my new 70" shine? Please PM me, thanks.

Anyone in the Chicagoland familiar with Sony SXRD's who is confident they can make my new 70" shine? Please PM me, thanks.

Try PMing Ken Whitcomb (D6500Ken). He is based out of Indy, but should have no trouble going to Chicago (depending on his schedule).

Condrum Net Corp. PH (630) 460-6836
Visit - Condrum Com -or- Email - info @ condrum net
Sales, ISF Certified Calibration, HAA Certified Calibration & Installation
Servicing: Chicagoland, Northern Illinois

Equipment:
AccuPel HDG-3000 High Definition test pattern generator


CalMAN Professional
ControlCal
Datacolor ColorFacts Professional 7.5

Chroma5
Eye-One Pro Spectrophotometer
Milori Trichromat-1


Avia DVD & much more
ISF Calibration DVD
Digital Video Essentials
HD Reference Material


Trained by: Joel Silver, Kevin Miller, Bob Fucci, and Sencore

I just got the Panasonic AX100 and intrested in getting it ISF Calibrator anyone in Grand Rapids, MI?

I just got the Panasonic AX100 and intrested in getting it ISF Calibrator anyone in Grand Rapids, MI?

Just sent you a PM. I am located in Kalamazoo Michigan.

Can anyone recommend a quality/reasonably-priced calibrator for a Samsung HL-S5087W in the Chicagoland area?

What do you consider "reasonably priced"?

My name on this forum is DCDan. I am certified, experienced ISF calibrator serving the DC Metropolitan area and beyond.

I will do almost any kind of display including (but not limited to) CRT front projection.

For more information see our website which I will post here as soon as I am allowed.

In the meantime, the company name is Infinite Sight and Sound. The URL is what you would expect.

Please call for any A/V calibration or installation requirements.

Dan Liberman

What do you consider "reasonably priced"?

I guess I am asking what folks on these boards (who know more than I) consider reasonably priced, as well. I'm looking for a reliable calibration specialist (around Chicago) who provides a good value for the price of the service.

I guess I am asking what folks on these boards (who know more than I) consider reasonably priced, as well. I'm looking for a reliable calibration specialist (around Chicago) who provides a good value for the price of the service.

The Samsung sets, with their very wide Color Gamut, require specific sensors to accurately calibrate the Color Management System. That does not mean that entry level equipment can't be used for some items, but those sets do require upscale devices for reliable adjustment of the Primary and Secondary Color Management.
In this vein, you might not find someone who is suitably equipped to price their services the same as someone that is just starting out, with entry level equipment, who will charge less just to earn their way out of instrument debt.

A calibrator with suitable equipment, would likely charge between $425-$475 for your set, in that it does take a modicum of time to fully calibrate (compared to the current Mitsubishi DLP sets which have a scant few adjustments in the Service Menu).

Hope this helps, and good luck. Gregg Loewen and Eliab are currently touring, and both have the correct equipment for your set.

The Samsung sets, with their very wide Color Gamut, require specific sensors to accurately calibrate the Color Management System. That does not mean that entry level equipment can't be used for some items, but those sets do require upscale devices for reliable adjustment of the Primary and Secondary Color Management.
In this vein, you might not find someone who is suitably equipped to price their services the same as someone that is just starting out, with entry level equipment, who will charge less just to earn their way out of instrument debt.

A calibrator with suitable equipment, would likely charge between $425-$475 for your set, in that it does take a modicum of time to fully calibrate (compared to the current Mitsubishi DLP sets which have a scant few adjustments in the Service Menu).

Hope this helps, and good luck. Gregg Loewen and Eliab are currently touring, and both have the correct equipment for your set.


Gotta love the sales pitch :-)

just wondering- any isf certified calibrators in the northeast ohio[youngstown] area? and how much do you charge? i have an already stunning panasonic th50phd8uk with over 1700 hrs on it, but am not sure if i should calibrate now or give it attention later in its lifespan?

just wondering- any isf certified calibrators in the northeast ohio[youngstown] area? and how much do you charge?

I am in Kalamazoo Michigan, and I do travel to ohio if you are interested

I am in Kalamazoo Michigan, and I do travel to ohio if you are interested
i eddited my post. have a panny th50 phd 8uk, with 1700 hrs and a great picture. unsure if i should calibrate sooner or later in the panels lifespan? it looks so good now. ;)

Gotta love the sales pitch :-)Actually, it is not a sales pitch, just a fact regarding the new displays and the form of light they emit. Joe Kane stated that "you cannot accurately calibrate one of these displays without a spectroradiometer." Because of this very situation, I am looking into investing some serious dollars into new test equipment because my $5K color analyzer doesn't work all that well on the Samsung, among others.

It is interesting how so many construe accurate information as a sales pitch.

Actually, it is not a sales pitch, just a fact regarding the new displays and the form of light they emit. Joe Kane stated that "you cannot accurately calibrate one of these displays without a spectroradiometer." Because of this very situation, I am looking into investing some serious dollars into new test equipment because my $5K color analyzer doesn't work all that well on the Samsung, among others.

It is interesting how so many construe accurate information as a sales pitch.

I have seen this for a while. A spectroradiometer alone does not solve the problems either. I have seen numerous jobs done with Minolta CS-200's and PR-650's that were hosed. Those devices have their limitations and used incorrectly will not give accurate results either.

Gregg Loewen and Eliab are currently touring, and both have the correct equipment for your set.Mike,

I also have the correct equipment to provide this service.


Ken Whitcomb

help. is there anybody whose willing to calibrate a rca widescreen crt. i live in harford county', md.

Ken,
Did you see the thread higher up that mentioned they were trying to get ahold of you?

Gotta love the sales pitch :-)


Jason Monette

Equipment:

Sencore SP295 Audio Analyzer Sound Pro
Sencore MX299 Micorphone Multiplexer
Sencore VP403C Mulitmedia Generator
Sencore CP5000U Color Analyzer
Sager 5320 Notebook Computer
Many Test DVD's


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If anyone would recognize a sales pitch, it would be you ;)

Hello,
I live in Dundas/Hamilton Ont. (Toronto area). I've been in contact with Chad B and he said if I had another person or two who would like their set calibrated he could make it work. If anyones interested let me know.

ISF Certified Calibrator / HAA Certified Calibrator - Oregon/SW Washington/ Boise Idaho

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21st Century Calibrations Inc.

David Evans
P.O. Box 1737
Fairview, OR. 97024
971-404-4372

www.21stcc-isf.com
david@21stcc-isf.com


Servicing: All of Oregon / SW Washington / Boise, Idaho Area

Services: Calibration and Consultation for all types of Home Theater Audio and Video Devices.

Video Equipment:
Sencore Accugray DC14
Sencore Auto Cal Pro 6500
Sencore Color Pro 5000 - Color Analyzer
Sencore VP403c - Signal Generator
Sony PVM96 - White Reference Monitor
Numerous Test and Reference DVD's

Audio Equipment:
Sencore Sound Pro SP295C - Audio Analyzer
Sencore Sound Pro DAG5161 - Digital Audio Generator
Sencore MX299 - Micorphone Multiplexer
Sencore RS95


Please visit my website for services and complete pricing details.
Fell free to contact me with any questions.

I have seen this for a while. A spectroradiometer alone does not solve the problems either. I have seen numerous jobs done with Minolta CS-200's and PR-650's that were hosed. Those devices have their limitations and used incorrectly will not give accurate results either.

So if the firm's web site lists...ISF Optical Comparator and Color Analyzer--this is not enough information. What questions should I be asking??

Looks like there was no response to your latest question, so here's another 1.5 cents worth...

If I can interpret what Jeff is saying - tools do not necessarily make the man. Certainly Jeff wouldn't dispute that the PR and the Minolta are not desirable items to have in your arsenal, but like color sensing devices of any ilk that are portable, they have their shortcomings when attempting to be as accurate at the lowest light levels, compared to their consistent and fabulous results at higher light levels. For example, what is considered the next step up in color research tools from those two units, is the Minolta at $35k. That gets you a wee bit more accuracy at lower light levels. Even bench top devices that approach 6 figures will have some limitations compared to, oddly enough, something many of us already have possession of: two good eyes.

What Jeff and all of us would likely concur with is the notion that there is a point where the science leaves off and being an artist takes over. A "trained" person that announces they are a certified calibrator will at least have been made aware of when you are required to trade one hat (color scientist) for the other (color artist).
Merely having the tools does not make one a craftsman.
What Norm the carpenter can build with a Shopsmith doesn't mean Seth (not Schnaible...inside calibrators joke, and a weak one at that) the Amish woodworker can't equal by hand, sans the power tools.

When inquiring about a calibrator, references and reputation are good barometers as to whether they are on their game. Also their work load. While there are cancellations, if a guy can be over in 20 minutes, that might indicate that he is sitting by the phone waiting for it to ring. If you find that you can't get in with your local guy for at least 3 weeks or so, it might be an indication that he's doing some business, spurned by demand and likely reputation.

This is an evolving field. (simplified) In the analog world, it was get the gray scale as close as possible to D65, correct color decoder (if available) and properly set user controls and you had a great calibration.

Many consumers didn’t know about the need (and still don’t, for that matter). Many have heard of red push but don’t know what it is or understand why it is there.

Now, the digital world is coming into its own. As displays continue to improve, calibration accuracy is becoming more important. Most digital displays have colorspace outside the standards and most don’t come from the factory adjusted close to the standards and some displays have the controls to adjust the actual color of the primaries and secondaries to the standards. Making these corrections generates the need for different tools. The older tools make it difficult to accurately align the newer digital displays, they are just not designed for it. Just try doing a tune-up on a new car with old technology tools. In another life, I was all set; I had my timing light, dwell meter, Uni-Syn (Carburetor Balancing Instrument) and a screwdriver…..I could really dial in a Porsche 911 with Weber carbs, now………. Skill sets matter too, a framing carpenter may have difficulty building a piano, not to say he couldn’t do it or learn to do it.

As with most professions, there are all levels of calibrators, some more proficient than others and some more efficient than others. Just because one calibration was 2-hours and one was 6-hours, it is no indication one was any better than the other.

This is an evolving field. (simplified) In the analog world, it was get the gray scale as close as possible to D65, correct color decoder (if available) and properly set user controls and you had a great calibration.

Many consumers didn’t know about the need (and still don’t, for that matter). Many have heard of red push but don’t know what it is or understand why it is there.

Now, the digital world is coming into its own. As displays continue to improve, calibration accuracy is becoming more important. Most digital displays have colorspace outside the standards and most don’t come from the factory adjusted close to the standards and some displays have the controls to adjust the actual color of the primaries and secondaries to the standards. Making these corrections generates the need for different tools. The older tools make it difficult to accurately align the newer digital displays, they are just not designed for it. Just try doing a tune-up on a new car with old technology tools. In another life, I was all set; I had my timing light, dwell meter, Uni-Syn (Carburetor Balancing Instrument) and a screwdriver…..I could really dial in a Porsche 911 with Weber carbs, now………. Skill sets matter too, a framing carpenter may have difficulty building a piano, not to say he couldn’t do it or learn to do it.

As with most professions, there are all levels of calibrators, some more proficient than others and some more efficient than others. Just because one calibration was 2-hours and one was 6-hours, it is no indication one was any better than the other.

Great Post, well said

This is an evolving field. (simplified) In the analog world, it was get the gray scale as close as possible to D65, correct color decoder (if available) and properly set user controls and you had a great calibration.

Many consumers didn’t know about the need (and still don’t, for that matter). Many have heard of red push but don’t know what it is or understand why it is there.

Now, the digital world is coming into its own. As displays continue to improve, calibration accuracy is becoming more important. Most digital displays have colorspace outside the standards and most don’t come from the factory adjusted close to the standards and some displays have the controls to adjust the actual color of the primaries and secondaries to the standards. Making these corrections generates the need for different tools. The older tools make it difficult to accurately align the newer digital displays, they are just not designed for it. Just try doing a tune-up on a new car with old technology tools. In another life, I was all set; I had my timing light, dwell meter, Uni-Syn (Carburetor Balancing Instrument) and a screwdriver…..I could really dial in a Porsche 911 with Weber carbs, now………. Skill sets matter too, a framing carpenter may have difficulty building a piano, not to say he couldn’t do it or learn to do it.

As with most professions, there are all levels of calibrators, some more proficient than others and some more efficient than others. Just because one calibration was 2-hours and one was 6-hours, it is no indication one was any better than the other.

Amen, I couldn't agree more.

Hello gentlemen. I live in Sonoma County CA, and found 2 calibrators, that might suit me, but feedback would be appreciated.
One is Tony Probst, from AVcalibrations.com, the other is Robert Busch, of Busch Home Theaters.Any info on their knowledge/experience and their equipment they use?
My set is a Smasung DLP 1080p set, about week old.
Also Tony Probst offer a black material lining inside the TV claiming better contrast benefits, due to no false light reflections. Is this a proven method and worth it's additional $275.00 price.
Thanks a lot!

Paradise Media Solutions offers a full suite of video calibration needs. We are ISF and HAA certified, as well as certified through the Sencore Academy for video and audio calibration.
Equipment we use: Sencore VP403C, ACP6500, CP5000, SP295, DAG5161, MX299.
We specialize in the light commercial industry and governmental institutions. The home theater is just as important and our services follow suit.
We are located in Northern Los Angeles County and have a widely dispersed service area.
You will find my company on the Imaging Science Website that also includes my company website.

I'm based in the SF Bay Area, but will also travel anywhere. So far this has
included New Jersey, Arizona, Texas, Oklahoma, Oregon, Washington, and
both No. and So. CA, tho I have had inquiries from as far away as
Iceland, Puerto Rico and the Philipines.

I have attended the Ampro, Runco, Sencore, Toshiba and Tektronix
schools, plus studied electronics theory and repair at Lane Community
College in Springfield, Oregon.

Plus the ISF Course – plus both of the special ISF courses offered
after the actual training days of the ISF training - from Jim Burns: on
aiming OTA HD antennas in difficult situations – and Jim Doolittle: on
the finer points of doing ceiling projectors.

In the last 20 years I have done Sony, Philips, Marantz, RCA, Hitachi, Panasonic, Zenith and NEC RPTVs, plus Sony, Mitsubishi, Electrohome, Runco, Ampro, Barco, NEC, Dwin, Seleco, Vidikron, Kloss and Advent front projectors.

My calibrations are not just the typical ISF calibration of simply
greyscale and user centers; they are complete stem to stern
calibrations, covering both optical and electrostatic focussing
(including precision blue defocussing and how it relates to the white
balance section of greyscale), professional optics cleaning, geometry
(precision picture shaping and placement), convergence, greyscale,
recalibration of user centers, and ardent effectiveness in dealing
with red push issues - universally prevalent in Mitsubishis, but also
present in many other brands. Unfortunately, this has to be
tempered by the ability of any set to actually allow for linear
color decoding response, and/or be re-aligned for achieving it.

When necessary, they also involve scheimpflug and astigmatism re-alignments - fine-point ops that are not commonly known about.

I will also greyscale any TV made, as long as accurate service
literature, if necessary, is available and on location, waiting for me
- including DVTVs, LCDs, plasmas, DLPs, etc.

As a repair tech, I also repair many brands of big screen, both FPTV and RPTV, and am presently specializing in keeping triple-gun Elite Pro HDreadys going, when they come down with some very expectable ailments, elaborated upon in this thread:

http://www.avsforum.com/avs-vb/showthread.php?p=8728688#post8728688

Please read immediately if not sooner, if your PRO 510/610/710 has had any intermittent problems, or your 520/620/720 or 530/630/730 as well.


Mr Bob

ISF Certified and Equipped

ISF certified, Master Technician license since 1971 in MA equal to CET at the time. I no longer do repairs, will refer to my trusted repairers while dong calibrations. Due to my experience, I can do a lot of repairs involved while calibrating in home..For example solder in a whole new jackpack that was broken by customer (or myself) and knowledge about new no lead high temp soldering. Test CRT's with my cr69 etc.

Anyone ISF south (way south) of San Antonio?

Anyone ISF south (way south) of San Antonio?

I have gone down there in the past, but I don't have any plans at this time.

Hi,
I am starting my part-time calibration services in the Raleigh/Durham NC area. I am ISF certified (trained by Gregg Lowen), and ColorFacts certified. I am experienced in CRTS, LCDs, Plasma, and front and rear projection systems. Currently I use CalMAN/ColorFacts with the Spyder2, Progessive Labs CA-6X, Accupel HDG-3000 signal generator, Avia and DVE, and the SONY PVM-96 reference monitor.

Dan Ellis
Display Calibration Services
919-616-5075

I have gone down there in the past, but I don't have any plans at this time.


Jeff,
Let me know if you ever head out this way. I'm looking to have my VW50 & 60XBR2 calibrated. Possibly even my 34" Sony tube. I may have a couple of other friends who may want ISF cal.

Anyone in the Cleveland, OH area that performs ISF C3 calibration on Pioneer Elite 1140? Please pm. Thanks!

Looking for ISF calibration in Queens, NYC.

Can professional calibrators from another country post here too ?

If so, here goes. :)

We only use ISF Certified Equipaments, we're on Brazil (more specifically in Curitiba/PR).

If you're in Brazil, visit us at: hdvision ponto com ponto br

Thanks for your time,
Gradius

Looking for ISF calibration in Queens, NYC.


I have been flown out twice to New Jersey for cals in the past few years, and another trip might be in order soon. I stayed in Queens while there, exploring NY after the job was done.

If you want me to check with my big screen owner who flew me in then, and see if he's ready for another trip, let me know and I'll do both of your jobs while I am there.


Mr Bob

can anyone recommend a calibrator for the Ocean county NJ area?

Anybody here used Audio Inc. ISF calibrators in Asheville, NC? I used the imagingscience website link posted back near the beginning of this thread to find this company. Just wondering if anybody here can recommend them. If not, does anybody know a great service here in Western North Carolina? I just bought a Sony KDL-40V2500. THANKS!

I just got a new Sony 70" XBR2, Anyone know of a Calibrator in my area they can reccomend.

Can Europeans post here too?

Sweden, Göteborg, here.

Anyone recommend someone from the metro detroit area?

Cinema-Pro Home Theater, LLC located in Tucson, AZ.

Greeetings,

I am the owner/President, and I perform all the company ISF calibrations. I have a uniquely related background; I am an award-winning cinematographer and camera operator whose credits include Twister, Star Trek: First Contact, A Time to Kill , Dante's Peak, The West Wing, Frailty, Alias and many, many more. I am a member of the prestigious Society of Operating Cameramen (S.O.C.) .

Although I use the leading essential tools, I have a uniquely experienced and artistic eye for picutre quality acquired from countless hours on the movie set, in the screening room, and supervising telecine transfers. I don't approach the process strictly as an engineering process. Being intimately familiar with the photographic phase, I evaluate and manipulate the display so that the results are not just an engineering achievement, but to make sure that the displayed media is faithful to the original photography and intent of the filmmakers; in some cases, actual feature films I have done. Although the process is significantly engineering in nature, almost every calibration inevitably has decisions to be made that cannot be (and probably should not be) engineering decisions. That is where my experience plays a significant role; making interpretive decisions where they are required with an inside perspective to the creative production process.

Calibrations are available on most major lines of conumer direct view, RPTV, and front projectors, and professional broadcast monitors. And yes, I do travel.

Cheers,

Randy Feemster, SOC
www.cinemaproht.com
www.rfeemster@cox.net

Anyone recommend someone from the metro detroit area?

I'm looking too. North East Detroit area.

I just got a new Sony 70" XBR2, Anyone know of a Calibrator in my area they can reccomend.

Pat Bradley
www.hdtvguy.com

Just purchased the Samsung 6188 and am considering having it calibrated rather than DIY. Still need to upgrade the DVD player. I've looked through the ISF listings and the list includes folks from Magnolia HT to individuals with no store front. Any recommendations or experiences in my area are welcomed.

COAST CALIBRATION, 2611-L Jefferson Street, Carlsbad, CA. 92008, William "Bill" Hergonson, www.coastcalibration.com, info@coastcalibration.com, (760) 599-8440

I will be in Portland OR for Xmas from the 20th to the 28th.

Anyone who wants calibration or repair work done on their HDreadys while I'm there, should get ahold of me posthaste.


One more thing.

ALL CRT RPTVs need professional-grade optics cleaning every few years, due to the ionization caused by the 30K of HV inside, inherent in CRT use. This turns your optics into powerful dust magnets every minute the set is on. I recommend getting it done every year, which will keep it looking fresh and young forever.

If yours is 3 years old or older and you have not had your optics cleaned you are WAY behind, and are not seeing your set looking as it should. There's a bleariness to your pic that you shouldn't have to tolerate. Having your optics cleaned is like fast forwarding out of the underwater murky scenes in Finding Nemo to the crystal clear out of water scenes later on in the movie. It makes a dazzling difference in your picture.

Be sure to contact me for optics cleaning, even if you don't intend to have a calibration done on your set, if you own a CRT RPTV of any age past 2 years old. It is a fraction of the cost of a full calibration, and what it does cost should be simply chalked up to periodic maintenance of a multi-thousand dollar piece of gear.


Mr Bob

This is an evolving field. (simplified) In the analog world, it was get the gray scale as close as possible to D65, correct color decoder (if available) and properly set user controls and you had a great calibration.

Many consumers didn’t know about the need (and still don’t, for that matter). Many have heard of red push but don’t know what it is or understand why it is there.

Now, the digital world is coming into its own. As displays continue to improve, calibration accuracy is becoming more important. Most digital displays have colorspace outside the standards and most don’t come from the factory adjusted close to the standards and some displays have the controls to adjust the actual color of the primaries and secondaries to the standards. Making these corrections generates the need for different tools. The older tools make it difficult to accurately align the newer digital displays, they are just not designed for it. Just try doing a tune-up on a new car with old technology tools. In another life, I was all set; I had my timing light, dwell meter, Uni-Syn (Carburetor Balancing Instrument) and a screwdriver…..I could really dial in a Porsche 911 with Weber carbs, now………. Skill sets matter too, a framing carpenter may have difficulty building a piano, not to say he couldn’t do it or learn to do it.

As with most professions, there are all levels of calibrators, some more proficient than others and some more efficient than others. Just because one calibration was 2-hours and one was 6-hours, it is no indication one was any better than the other.


I couldn't agree more. That's why I have stuck with my ISF Optical Comparator thru thick and thin, and also now own a TVS Pro. I have personally pegged 2 color analyzers out there which had delivered excruciatingly dour pictures, and on the first one the calibrator had left it there, calling it good. I was able to head off at the pass the second one.

When double-checked, the first analyzer was found to be way off calibration, and last I heard the equipment was being sent back for re-calibration, and they were calling all their recent customers for re-dos. This was in Texas, many years ago. I'm sure they got that one straight a long time ago.

JUST TRUSTING electronic analyzing equipment is not the thing to do. You sometimes need double-checks, because instruments CAN lie to you. Analyzers should always be double-checked via optical comparators of some type - even if it's one of those D6500 phosphor Sony 9"ers - if there is ever any question.

The bottom line is how the picture looks, and one of my fondest memories is from when Scott Ross of Digital Domain - Best Special Effects Oscar for Titanic - put his DVD copy of Titanic on his finished set and said, "Yup. (grin) That scene looks JUST like it did in the movie." My thanks to Stacy Spears for his help on that one.


The best calibrator is the one who, when all is said and done, settles back and watches some very challenging video with his set's owner and after awhile of that, heaves a satisfying sigh and thinks to himself, "God, I'm good". And a gets a big ****-eating grin from his owner in response, because that owner KNOWS he's never seen his set look THAT good before.


Well said, Glen.


Mr Bob

Looking for a recommendation of an ISF calibrator in the Tampa/Sarasota area for a new Sony Bravia 32" XBR2 LCD.
There are quite a few listed on the ISF site.
Any positive experiences?

I am looking for a calibrator in central Illinois, Bloomington/Normal area. I have a Mits WS-55513.

Thanks

verboten,

I sent you a private message Monday morning.

I have a new Mitsubishi 57732 that I'd like to have calibrated. I live right on the IA/MO state line on I-35. My zip code is 50140 if that helps. I may have another person or two in my town that would like to have a calibration as well.

I have a new Mitsubishi 57732 that I'd like to have calibrated. I live right on the IA/MO state line on I-35. My zip code is 50140 if that helps. I may have another person or two in my town that would like to have a calibration as well.

I sent you a PM...

Looking for an ISF calibrator in the Minneapolis area, for a Samsung HLS-5087W. Anyone?

Looking for an ISf calibrator that has some experience with the Sony 60a2000 in the New Orleans area,anyone have any recomendations?

Looking to have my Westinghouse LVM-42w2 LCD calibrated. I'm in the San Francisco Bay Area (Sunnyvale).

Looking to have my Westinghouse LVM-42w2 LCD calibrated. I'm in the San Francisco Bay Area (Sunnyvale).

Contact me. We will need to get service literature - I have never done a Westinghouse before, doubt if many calibrators have - but any set can be properly calibrated given the proper information.

Yours will be no exception.


Mr Bob

I am looking for someone in the Phila,PA area who can calibrate my Samsung DLP.

I have been flown out twice to New Jersey for cals in the past few years, and another trip might be in order soon. I stayed in Queens while there, exploring NY after the job was done.

If you want me to check with my big screen owner who flew me in then, and see if he's ready for another trip, let me know and I'll do both of your jobs while I am there.


Mr Bob

You would think that living in the New York City (Queens,Brooklyn, Manhattan & Long Island) area, you would be tripping over credentialed qualified calibrators of the ISF caliber. Such is not the case at least for me. I may not be searching in the right places.. I have yet to EASILY find any posting on this forum. In searching on the ISF site, you find mostly HT dealer/Installerss with dealer mark-ups etc, not too many Independant TV technicians/Service which promote they are ISF proficiant as well.

It may be my paranoia, though when purchasing my Pioneer Pro-1140Hd at Best Buy-Magnolia recently, they were promoting their own staff ISF tech who "Uses SENCORE equipment" Duh......So what! The guy was younger than my stone washed jeans and actually never worked in the TV service business! Duh...!

They had posted test reports on 2 models of Plasmas- a Pioneer Pro-1540 and Panasonic TH-50px-60U... Frankly, the comparisons were bogus as they weren't being comapred against the same models UNCALIBRATED. In Fact, to my eyes using their SENCORE LOOP VIDEO, some uncalibrated sets on display had better images. I would be suspect of BestBUY- magnolia and seek independent calibrations as I am trying to do here.

Back to my situation. Can I call upon you and other forum members who have satisfactory experience with ISF Calibrators/Service Technicians located here in the Metro NY area (Queens & Long Island specifically) provide me with a list of names, comments and costs so I can proceed with eforts to A) have my 1140HD aligned and B) get my RPTV Sony KS-53s65 tuned up and aligned as well.

Thanks for your help!