The Official Pioneer 9G Elite KURO Owner's Discussion Thread - Page 615

Originally Posted by dmarek87

No, the wii doesn't have an HDMI output, it can only go up to 480p with component video. I have always been a Nintendo guy and even though it can't hit 1080p like PS3, I can't imagine not being able to play the new Mario and Zelda games and Super Smash Brothers etc. Thanks very much for dumbing down the instructions, I am not the brightest bulb in the box when it comes to setting things up

Which are the associated audio jacks on the 2809? Would they be the Front L and Front R? Thanks

Originally Posted by handi

Hello to all, I have started looking into the PRO-151FD because I have found some very good pricing on them. I just have a few questions and concerns. I'm not a huge A/V guy so is this t.v. going to be a little much for me to handle with the setting and such, also I play a fair amount of xbox and watch a lot of sports center and such so will burn in be any concern?

Originally Posted by schroedk

Got my 151 calibrated today by Doug Weil (droptheremote here at AVS).

Originally Posted by progprog


Yes, and after getting roped into watching Gran Torino last night, I am now permanently five hours behind, since I can never, ever get those two hours back....

Originally Posted by rvfav

Hi,

I have a PRO-111FD I've just gotten, and noticed that when using "Auto" when the TV zooms in on 4:3 sources automatically filling up the whole screen, the edges on left/right hand section of the screen are distorted. This is more noticeable when there are texts or tickers scrolling from left to right across the screen. The texts when on the left/right edges appear larger and becomes normal around the middle section of the screen.

Is this normal? Is there a setting that can fix this behavior?

Thanks.

Originally Posted by James W. Johnson

Man I thought Gran Torino was pretty good, why did you not like it?
While it may not have been the greatest story I very much enjoyed Eastwood's performance.....not bad for a 78yo (well 77 when he made the movie.) All I can say is I sure hope we get a few more front Clint.

Originally Posted by hd_newbie

I really don't think there is something wrong with your display. PS3, set right, is a great blu-ray player. IMO better than BD51.

Do you have a receiver or a video processor? If yes, are you making sure it passes blu-ray through with no processing?

Do your PS3 settings look something like this:
Video Settings
BD/DVD Cinema Conversion: "Automatic"
BD/DVD Upscaler: "Normal"
BD/DVD Video Output Format (HDMI): "Y Pb/Cb Pr/Cr"
BD 1080p 24Hz Output: "Automatic"

Display Settings
RGB Full Range (HDMI): "Limited"
Y Pb/Cb Pr/Cr Super-White (HDMI): "On"

While watching blu-ray, when you click on "display" button on your Kuro remote, does it say "1080P" on the upper right hand corner?

I would very strongly recommend you use D-Nice Pure settings. If nothing else, dialing in those settings will assure you that there is nothing funny going on in your adjustments.

Originally Posted by rvfav

My Sat STB is from Dish model VIP-622. That's right it's a bit nauseating. Can I do anything to remove this effect (by still filling up the whole screen?)

Originally Posted by progprog

Select one of the sets of component inputs, either "DVD," "HDP," or "TV/CBL" on your 2809. Then in the next row down, all those sets of red & white jacks, plug the red & white audio cables from your Wii into the associated set in the "AUDIO" section of jacks (they'll be one of the first three sets on the left- DVD, HDP, or TV/CBL).

Originally Posted by STILESP113

is it possible for each 111fd do have a different factory gray scale? Mayeb this is the reason why my buddies TV looks better or smoother i shoudl say.

Originally Posted by progprog

That sounds like what electronics do when they overheat. Do you suppose that was a possibility?

Originally Posted by prepress

I'd not think so, as the 111 hadn't been on for about 10 hours. It's plugged into a voltage regulator, which in turn is chained to a power conditioner, so it shouldn't be a voltage/spike/surge issue. If it happens again, I'm calling Pioneer.

Originally Posted by gbreda

I had been researching and comparing plasma displays for many many months. Early this year, I almost pulled the trigger on the Panasonic 800 series when the pricing was very good. Instead I waited for the new Panasonics. When the G10 series arrived in April, I purchased a 50", but had some audio problems with it. The display was very good, but I really wanted to see what the V series was going to be like.

I had been reading in AVS where some were dealing Pioneer Elites down a few dollars (substancial dollars). The Elites were well out of my price range prior to this. I looked at the 111FD and as usual, was very impressed with the picture. The same day, I managed to get the sales rep to lower the price by 500.00 below what they were selling for at that time. Pretty much the same price I was seeing here at that time. This unit was several hundred dollars more than the G10, but the 3 year finiancing offer I used 30 days prior was able to be brought over to this purchase. I have not looked back since.

I checked into calibration by the same store, but opted to use Gregg Loewen of Lion AV instead. Again, this was a good decision. Gregg was professional, informative and at the top of this profession. Dedication and a real interest to what you do always come through in the end and that is the case here.

The Panasonic had a good picture, but the Pioneer Elite took that even further. My calibration review has been posted ( and re-posted here). All I can add to that is if you really want the most realistic display picture, go with the Elite while you still can. I am sure that Panasonic will catch up as Pioneer has stopped developing this wonderful display, but that will be a few years out. The V series that I was waiting for is arriving at this time, but from what I have read on C-net, the Eilte still edges that display out. I cannot speak from experience, but make that decision yourself.

Finally, if you are spending this kind of scratch on a display, get it calibrated!! Also, get recommendations and go with a true professional that is passionate about thier craft. Gregg Loewen fills that bill. If he covers your area, take a good look at him, I dont regret that decision one bit. He comes highly recommended from some calibrators here and I would add myself to that list as well ! Thanks Gregg for getting the best out of this already great display.

Originally Posted by Saturn94

I've also used Gregg in the past and can highly recommend him.

Originally Posted by STILESP113

is it possible for each 111fd do have a different factory gray scale? Mayeb this is the reason why my buddies TV looks better or smoother i shoudl say.

Originally Posted by JoeBloggz

Also, for those who have had their panel calibrated. Do I need ControlCal to unlock the ISF modes on my 111 as a prerequisite for professional calibration or is that part of what the calibrator would do?

Originally Posted by cay5021

Quick Question,

Are the break in slides 1080p?

Thanks

Originally Posted by cay5021

Quick Question,

Are the break in slides 1080p?

Thanks

Originally Posted by progprog

Hey, if you liked it, that's cool. Aside from an unbelievable story, painfully unrealistic dialog, horrible acting, and amateurish directing, it was okay.... No seriously, I did think it totally sucked, but I'm not a Clint fan at all (in case that wasn't obvious ). People who like him seem to really like him.

Originally Posted by prepress

I'd not think so, as the 111 hadn't been on for about 10 hours. It's plugged into a voltage regulator, which in turn is chained to a power conditioner, so it shouldn't be a voltage/spike/surge issue. If it happens again, I'm calling Pioneer.

Originally Posted by JoeBloggz

I'm in the Northeast(SE MA). When my break in is complete and my panel has roughly 400-500hrs I am calling Gregg up for a calibration.
Also, for those who have had their panel calibrated. Do I need ControlCal to unlock the ISF modes on my 111 as a prerequisite for professional calibration or is that part of what the calibrator would do?