What is meant by professional calibration, and is this necessary to do/get on a new TV?
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It is NOT necessary at all, but if you want a perfectly correct picture that meets Holllywood standards exactly it can help. If you use the THX Cinema mode on the ZT-60 you will be close to reference picture.
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A pro calibrator goes to your house, connects expensive meter/computer equipment to your set and digs deep into your tv's settings to adjust all picture parameters to meet HDTV standards. The purpose of this is to get your display to show images that are as close as possible to what the director/film maker/video editor intended for you to see. I will always have whatever TV I own pro calibrated so I know I'm seeing the truest possible image reproduction. This isn't necessary of course, it's a matter of preference but nearly all sets benefit from calibration. Deep black level, excellent shadow detail, crisp but detailed whites and sharp but not unnaturally sharp images. Hope that answers your question. A pro calibrator goes to your house, connects expensive meter/computer equipment to your set and digs deep into your tv's settings to adjust all picture parameters to meet HDTV standards. The purpose of this is to get your display to show images that are as close as possible to what the director/film maker/video editor intended for you to see. I will always have whatever TV I own pro calibrated so I know I'm seeing the truest possible image reproduction. This isn't necessary of course, it's a matter of preference but nearly all sets benefit from calibration. Deep black level, excellent... » Read More A pro calibrator goes to your house, connects expensive meter/computer equipment to your set and digs deep into your tv's settings to adjust all picture parameters to meet HDTV standards. The purpose of this is to get your display to show images that are as close as possible to what the director/film maker/video editor intended for you to see. I will always have whatever TV I own pro calibrated so I know I'm seeing the truest possible image reproduction. This isn't necessary of course, it's a matter of preference but nearly all sets benefit from calibration. Deep black level, excellent shadow detail, crisp but detailed whites and sharp but not unnaturally sharp images. Hope that answers your question. « Show Less
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We recently bought this model and it required no calibration. The picture is stunning.
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A professional calibration refers to the adjustments that a professional technician performs on your particular set (usually via appointment to your particular viewing room in your house). A qualified technician should be certified by the Imaging Science Foundation (a.k.a. ISF) to make the adjustments. A professional calibration really includes to main parts: 1) An assessment of your TV's picture parameters (brightness, contrast, color temperature (at different light levels), etc.) 2) The adjustment process (usually through a hidden service menu only accessible by the technician) Most TVs in the market can benefit to some degree, especially with respect to color temperature adjustments. Whether you consider a calibration necessary depends on whether you are a casual user or a user who wants see the most accurate picture possible with your particular TV. That said, TVs that are made with a THX certification generally do not (the THX logo should appear somewhere on the set) need professional calibrations because you simply need to enter a user menu and switch to a THX Cinema viewing mode. From this mode, you have the option of making your own minor user adjustments for the specific Blu-Ray player connected to your TV set using a Blu-Ray video calibration disc (the industry standard is the Spears & Munsil Blu-Ray disc). Brands that produce THX-certified models include Panasonic (ZT & VT models), LG, and Sharp (Elite models).
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I have purchased both P65ZT60(brand new) and P65VT60(2000+ hrs display model) and applied calibration settings available on the internet to both of them(identical settings). End results were identical images on both tv. I custom tweaked it a little on contrast and brightness to give it inky black and extra kick. But you should be fine copying professional calibrations available on the internet.(or use the one I just posted on the Amazon).
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Depends on what you mean by "factory". According to the setup manual there is a "Home" display and a "Store" display. The store display is going to be artificially bright to take into account overhead fluorescent lighting. Your best bet is to use a calibration disc to set up your television. If you don't want to buy a dedicated calibration disc, many movies that are THX certified have their own calibration menu.
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The documentation of this product did not say anything about calibration. Thus I assume it is already calibrated at the factory. But you bring up a good point. What if at some point the calibration may be off and what do we do? Documentation said nothing about this.
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not professionally calibrating your tv would be like trying to tune up a Ferrari Dino yourself (without the manual) to save money...but you will always wonder how well it should really run
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its a normal HDMI plug in, meaning can plug right into you newer TV with a normal HDMI plug. FACTORY RESET a MUST when you get it. don't worry, it wont wipe anything, as long as you do factory reset RIGHT OUT OF BOX. the screen calibrator wont work properly unless this is done. It does have a little 400Mhz graphic card/HDMI plug in. the streaming movies works very well. same as my home pc.really, all and all. for the price it was worth it.
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There is no longer a need for calibration strip, all are labeled Lot #45001. The box I got states "no coding needed"
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Good calibration does save electrical costs. That's often shown in CNET HDTV reviews. But $250? Do they get a cut? I don't know about 6 months, but from time to time it probably doesn't hurt to use a calibration DVD (Digital Video Essentials: HD Basics [HD DVD]) or one of those THX calibration ones that come with some movies.
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I own the VT60 and plugged these calibration settings in after about a 350 hour break-in. The outcome is so incredible and made me have my ah ha moment with this set. http://reviews.plasmatvbuyingguide.com/panasonic-plasma-tv/panasonic-vt60-picture-settings.html
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Jordan: Thanks for taking the time to reply: I must admit I knew NONE of the things U mentioned. I think I may try to find a calibration disk, or wud setting up my TV via the THX method set it for all input sources?
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Try Tweaktv.com. Great site for calibration settings. * Picture Modes o Picture Mode : Movie o Color Temperature : Warm 2 o Aspect Ratio : 16:9 * Picture Settings o Backlight : 3 o Contrast : 90 o Brightness : 46 o Sharpness : 0 o Color : 47 o Tint : G46/R54 * Advanced Settings o Black Tone : Off o Dynamic Contrast : Off o Gamma : -1 o Color Space : Auto o White Balance : Factory Default o Fleshtone : 0 o Edge Enhancement : Off o XVYCC Color : Off * Picture Options o Color Tone : Warm 2 o Size : 16:9 o Digital NR : Off o HDMI Black Level : Low o Film Mode : Auto 1 o Blue Only Mode : Off o Auto Motion Plus : Off Try Tweaktv.com. Great site for calibration settings. * Picture Modes o Picture Mode : Movie o Color Temperature : Warm 2 o Aspect Ratio : 16:9 * Picture Settings o Backlight : 3 o Contrast : 90 o Brightness : 46 o Sharpness : 0 o Color : 47 o Tint : G46/R54 * Advanced Settings o Black Tone : Off o Dynamic Contrast : Off o Gamma : -1 o Color Space : Auto o White Balance : Factory Default o Fleshtone : 0 o Edge Enhancement : Off o XVYCC Color : Off * Picture... » Read More Try Tweaktv.com. Great site for calibration settings. * Picture Modes o Picture Mode : Movie o Color Temperature : Warm 2 o Aspect Ratio : 16:9 * Picture Settings o Backlight : 3 o Contrast : 90 o Brightness : 46 o Sharpness : 0 o Color : 47 o Tint : G46/R54 * Advanced Settings o Black Tone : Off o Dynamic Contrast : Off o Gamma : -1 o Color Space : Auto o White Balance : Factory Default o Fleshtone : 0 o Edge Enhancement : Off o XVYCC Color : Off * Picture Options o Color Tone : Warm 2 o Size : 16:9 o Digital NR : Off o HDMI Black Level : Low o Film Mode : Auto 1 o Blue Only Mode : Off o Auto Motion Plus : Off « Show Less
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If you are referring to the TV's upscaling processors then the answer is yes, the TV will take anything that isn't 4k and give it more detail
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Possibly, depending on how off your colors are. Remember that sometimes calibration results in a reduction of the brightness of a screen or a projected image. This may detract from the viewing experience.
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Hi Mike, Good question, I'll give you my "best guess" answer. I have had this great TV since April and searched the web for the same information. First, its not bad right out of the box. Second, seems the recommended settings vary for 2D and 3D, ambient light conditions and to some degree the signal source each of which can ALSO have a range of settings. I have left the settings on the signal source devices at default levels and made the suggested adjustments on the TV. I have the Spears & Munsil HD Benchmark Blu-ray DVD but have not used it with this TV, as yet. I have used the settings found at http://www.soundandvision.com/content/samsung-un75es9000-3d-lcd-hdtv-settings and just tweaked them a little bit for personal taste. Good place to start. Please advise if you find another source for useful settings. It's a great 2D TV and paired with a good 3D player, it does a good job of 3D as well, especially with little ambient light. Professional calibration is always an option as well. Best Regards, Marc
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I really want to say, "I don't know." There is no real way to calibrate the device except by using my carpenter's level, which seems to say it's ok. Let's put it this way, it's better than I usually do when in a crooked situation. When I have a nice horizon, then the camera grid works best of all.
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It's like this. If you can adjust the settings to give you a picture you are happy with then forget the calibration. Just spend a few hours adjusting the picture to your liking. It also pays to google the set you bought and see what other settings owners use. Of course, your eyes, environment, TV, etc. will vary from theirs.If you want to get the best picture out of your HDTV then get it ISF-calibrated. But I must say buying a low-end model flat-panel for under $1000 and then paying someone $250-$300 to calibrate it seems ridiculous. Now if you paid $3000-$6000 for a Pioneer Kuro Elite,you can obviously spend a few hundred bucks on ISF calibration. It's like this. If you can adjust the settings to give you a picture you are happy with then forget the calibration. Just spend a few hours adjusting the picture to your liking. It also pays to google the set you bought and see what other settings owners use. Of course, your eyes, environment, TV, etc. will vary from theirs.If you want to get the best picture out of your HDTV then get it ISF-calibrated. But I must say buying a low-end model flat-panel for under $1000 and then paying someone $250-$300 to calibrate it seems ridiculous. Now if you paid... » Read More It's like this. If you can adjust the settings to give you a picture you are happy with then forget the calibration. Just spend a few hours adjusting the picture to your liking. It also pays to google the set you bought and see what other settings owners use. Of course, your eyes, environment, TV, etc. will vary from theirs.If you want to get the best picture out of your HDTV then get it ISF-calibrated. But I must say buying a low-end model flat-panel for under $1000 and then paying someone $250-$300 to calibrate it seems ridiculous. Now if you paid $3000-$6000 for a Pioneer Kuro Elite,you can obviously spend a few hundred bucks on ISF calibration. « Show Less
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As far as I understand, you are unable to successfully calibrate these TVs as hidden menus accessible to professional calibrators aren't readily available to the general public.
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Out of box. There are instructions for calibration, but you need to buy a sound level calibrator.