Samsung UN55B8000 recommended callibration settings: Can anyone recommend callibration for TV, Sports and movie viewing?
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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
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I just took delivery of my 550, and I immediately saw blurring while watching hockey (and some on basketball). It's as if the TV is going in and out of focus very quickly, and it's very annoying. I'm pretty sure I'm going to send the TV back, but really need to know if anyone thinks this issue goes away with the 120 hz models. If so, I'll trade up. Thanks.
1002075
Go to avsforum.com and search for this model. There is a post in the hundreds of posts with a list of everyones settings. Cinema seems best, but offhand I'm not sure of the other settings (picture, sharpness, etc.)
1542004
I don't plan on having it professionally calibrated. But I did buy the Disney WOW calibrating disc from Amazon. According to AVS forum this is a good way to inexpensively calibrate a TV
1050588
thanks, those links were very interesting to read. I am looking forward to learning more about how the new edgelit/quasi local dimming technology from samsung actually affects picture quality.
426485
I'm thinking of buying the same set and have done research online. Can't address the halo effect but here's CNet's calibration settings for the c6500 model which according to CNet is essentially the same as the c6300 with the exception of internet apps included on the 6500: http://forums.cnet.com/7723-19410_102-404457.html Another option is buying a calibration disc such as Digital Video Essentials: http://www.amazon.com/Digital-Video-Essentials-Basics-Blu-ray/dp/B000V6LST0/ref=pd_bxgy_d_img_b I've used both methods on my Samsung LCD and they produce good results. Either option saves you the expense of having it professionally calibrated. I'm curious if you have an issue with uniformity problems caused by light leaking from the edges of the bezel. It's a real problem for some reviewers but others love the set and don't even mention it. That might make or break my decision to buy the 6300.
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120hz standard, but 240hz enhanced. Excellent picture, I leave it at 120hz for most viewing; I have not found a need to switch to 240hz. Granted, I did check it out at 240 but find 120 is better for regular shows/movies. Haven't watched football yet... we'll see ;-)
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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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Double the native refresh rate over the UHD model. Very limited 4k content on the market and ISP don't push enough bandwidth. I owned the 9000 and I currently have this exact model. Trust me, the 8000 is better, no matter what Samsung says.
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I have the 55 inch- make sure your using HDMI AND NOT COMPOSITE JACKS- that will make a big difference-also the vibrant setting may look good on some channels but your better off with Natural- I use "Personal"and set brightness to 50 , contrast 95 and sharpness 60, color 47 , backlight 85, tint 1 and color temp 0 also SABC on, but again this is all your personal taste- as for me , these setting give a beautiful picture
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Not sure if anyone has posted their settings yet, but you'll have better luck asking your question at the AVS forum. There is a 5-page (so far) thread on this TV... http://www.avsforum.com/avs-vb/showthread.php?t=1211005
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Have you used a calibration disk of any kind? I recommend the "WoW" from Walt Disney. It improved my picture even though it wasn't off much.
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I used the cnet recommended setup. No complaints from me. http://forums.cnet.com/7723-19410_102-589931/sharp-lc-60le650-picture-settings/
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I agree with DBroncos spending the dough on getting this model calibrated is a joke. If you're scared you may not know how to calibrate properly just copy settings from this thread. http://www.avsforum.com/avs-vb/showthread.php?t=1019763
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Calibration takes a little time. I'd give the total set 3.5stars. I'm content with the purchase. Sports is best viewed on a plasma, but with the right settings sports should be clear. I like the fact that the large tv scree doesn't make the picture blurry
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I looked at both the UN46B7000 and the UN46B8000 and to me the 240mhz is noticably smoother during action scenes. The 8500 is the best LCD picture I have seen but not worth 2X the price of the 8000 series. I got my UN46B8000 during a previous promotion that ended on 11/7/09 for $1889. The Link-Stick makes WiFi internet acess a snap.
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It all really depends on your own room. I tried several different calibrations that I found on the web and none of them are acceptable to me. I've found that I have to tweak each movie or show that I'm watching individually, but eventually I get to a good picture after practice. The HD channels are much better then the SD channels. I also found that the scrolling bar helps to cleanthe colors. It seemed a little brighter after using the grey scroll bar. I am still getting used to the lack of brightness versus an LCD, but the true colors are worth it.