Avia DVD

[nuance]

I've heard alot about this set-up dvd and was just wonder what some of you guys (and girls) thought about it. Can you actually tell a difference after? Are there any other ones.

I like to think that I have pretty good eyes and ears for set-up, but I'd like to see how much I can tweak my settings.
Thanks

 

[senna1a]

On Order

I've got it on order. If you don't hear back from anyone in the meantime,I'll let you know if it helps in my case...

mike

 

[billy p]

I recently brought an older version of that called Ovation sound & vision h/t tune up for all intensive purposes it did the trick. My only issue was my own uncertainty.
So after going back and fourth, I feel the P/Q was improved and my biggest question was getting the contrast set right.
The audio section I did not do yet!!

 

[mtrycrafts]

I've heard alot about this set-up dvd and was just wonder what some of you guys (and girls) thought about it. Can you actually tell a difference after? Are there any other ones.

I like to think that I have pretty good eyes and ears for set-up, but I'd like to see how much I can tweak my settings.
Thanks

There are a number of calibration DVDs out there. They probably have their individual quirks? But, yes, if you want to do the minimum possible calibration to standards, you need one and listen from the beginning. They usually go over pretty much everything. Certainly you will not be able to do a full pro ISF calibration but if picture quality is important, factory setup is just the pits.

 

[Jack Hammer]

I have the Avia dvd and am happy with it. Another to consider is the Digital Video Essentials disc, I haven't personally used it but have heard it is comparable to the Avia. The Avia disc has multiple tests with or without explantations to help you better set up your video and audio, including calibrations, test tones, subwoofer sweep, and multiple phasing tests.

For me, it made a definate improvement in my system setup. I would recommend purchasing a reputable setup disc and using it for peace of mind and sonic/optical enhancement.

 

[JaceTheAce]

Netflix has the Avia DVD too... but it's always being used so it sometimes takes a week to get it.

 

[nuance]

thanks for all your input. I noticed that it was made in 1999, to me, that seems kinda outdated for all of the advances in technology over the last couple of years. Are they planning on making a new one or more versions? Or is this all a person should need, I guess black is black, white is white, a great picture is a great picture.


Thanks

 

[Jack Hammer]

thanks for all your input. I noticed that it was made in 1999, to me, that seems kinda outdated for all of the advances in technology over the last couple of years. Are they planning on making a new one or more versions? Or is this all a person should need, I guess black is black, white is white, a great picture is a great picture.


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I think some one had posted earlier this year that Avia was coming out with a new version next year that would include audio tests for the surround back (6.1/7.1) channel(s). I don't know if that is true or not. The amount of tests included in the current disc can be overwhelming. Other than possibly that and maybe some sort of screen wipe (think thats what its called) for plasma burn in, I'm really not sure what else they might add.

I bought my disc this year after following the other thread, I have no regrets about not waiting for an "updated" version. As I mentioned, there are more tests than most people know what to do with on the current disc.

 

[Hans]

I use Digital Video Essential. I find it very useful. There's a complete battery of audio and video tests including Dolby 6.1 sound tests.

It also has tons and tons of information about speaker and sub placement, sound processing, video processing, etc, etc. Very interesting stuff.

Three remarks though.: 1- Its more expensive than Avia, about 10-15$ (if i'm not mistaken) 2- It has a bunch of tests with no explications (geared for the pros) 3- The DVD menu is a total pain, never seen worst.

Now. I never saw Avia, but I've read a lot about it. If I were to choose again, I might pick up Avia first (if it has 6.1 tests, of course)

I definitely recommend you pick it up. Its a very small investment, relatively to the cost of your equipment, that could make a significant impact.

 

[muncybob]

I own the Avia disc and am pleased with it....however, it will be hard to calibrate/balance your speakers without an SPL meter. I think Avia is about to release a newer version but not sure what additional material will be on it. Before making the purchase I did try Blockbuster mail rental for the Avia disc and it arrived but no filters(there are 3 plastic film filters needed for some of the visual tweaks on the disc).

 

[pbmpharmacist]

I've heard alot about this set-up dvd and was just wonder what some of you guys (and girls) thought about it. Can you actually tell a difference after? Are there any other ones.

I like to think that I have pretty good eyes and ears for set-up, but I'd like to see how much I can tweak my settings.
Thanks

Avia or Digital Video Essentials is definitely a good idea