Saturday, July 16, 2011

[Avid-L2] Re: Lower End Reference Monitors

 

Thanks Terry. Yes, I too included a link to that software in my post. My question was -- what is everyone's opinion of the software.

And, also, is the preferred model the JVC DT-R24L41DU -- or something else?

Finally, I have been informally following the PVM-2541 -- and while it is more expensive than the JVC or Flanders -- it certainly won't break the bank and promises better performance.

I do have some concerns about the OLED panel lifespan -- especially with the hours it will see in a postproduction studio.

I'm also a bit concerned with Sony's quote "OLED monitor performance, however, typically changes over time and requires regular recalibration to maintain its original performance".

It seems the AutoWhiteBalance feature on that monitor can be facilitated with a PC and a X-Rite Eye-one Sensor -- I just don't know what kind of investment of time and hardware will be necessary to keep the display generally optimized above and beyond that.

Do you have any thoughts, concerns or comments on that subject?

Thanks

--- In Avid-L2@yahoogroups.com, "Terence Curren" <tcurren@...> wrote:
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> First, calibration for the JVCs:
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> http://www.jvc-monitor-calibration.com/
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> Second, if you can swing a little more (6K) and you can wait a few more months, you will want to hold out for the Sony PVM OLED models.
>
> Really! You should go this route.
>
> Really!
>
> --- In Avid-L2@yahoogroups.com, Andi Meek <kwikpasta@> wrote:
> >
> >
> > I second the JVC recommendation, we have three DT-R24L4D's and find them to be very capable. Off axis viewing is pretty good - we have ours sitting at the side of the Avid monitors but i reckon you'd get away with placing them above with a slight downwards tilt, viewing angles are actually quite wide, easily wide enough unless you have a really avant garde interpretation of where you should place your monitors. Can't comment on the calibration tools but for non-critical reference monitors I like them quite a bit. HTH
> > Cheers,
> > Andi
> >
> >
> >
> > To: Avid-L2@yahoogroups.com
> > From: blafarm@
> > Date: Sat, 16 Jul 2011 08:22:05 +0000
> > Subject: [Avid-L2] Re: Lower End Reference Monitors
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> > @Shirley Gutierrez
> >
> > >"What's "highly constrained" mean"?
> >
> > Thanks for your response. It means pretty much what it implies. We have multiple rooms to upgrade -- and the capital expenditure will NOT generate or be offset by increased revenue from clients. Therefore, we looking to achieve the holy grail of "good enough".
> >
> > @Dave Spraker
> >
> > Thanks for your feedback.
> >
> > Are you referring to the DT-R24L41DU -- or to a different model?
> >
> > I understand the inherent limitations of LCD monitors -- but what is your opinion of the detail available in the blacks?
> >
> > And, do you have any thoughts regarding the monitor's vertical off-axis performance? More specifically, if your Avid monitors were 24" and were mounted very low to your working surface (say, only 3" inches above) -- and the JVC was sitting directly above your Avid monitors -- would you consider the JVC's performance to be compromised by being slightly higher than eye level? Would you feel it was necessary to "aim" the JVC at a slightly downward angle in order to achieve an on-axis orientation? Or would you prefer to put the JVC at the same elevation as your Avid monitors -- just off to the side?
> >
> > Also, if you're using it, what is your opinion of the Calibration Software? http://tinyurl.com/63nlaoz And, which colorimeter are you using?
> >
> > Sorry for the barrage of questions. Thanks for your feedback.
> >
> > --- In Avid-L2@yahoogroups.com, "Mike R" <mike@> wrote:
> > >
> > > We just picked up 2 of the JVC's & are very happy with them.
> > > -Mike
> > >
> > >
> > > --- In Avid-L2@yahoogroups.com, "Dave Spraker" <avid@> wrote:
> > > >
> > > > I like the JVCs a lot.
> > > >
> > > >
> > > >
> > > > Dave Spraker
> > > >
> > > >
> > > >
> > > > <http://spraker.tv/blog/> spraker.tv/blog
> > > >
> > > > <http://www.advancedbroadcastsolutions.com/> advancedbroadcastsolutions.com
> > > >
> > > >
> > > >
> > > > From: Avid-L2@yahoogroups.com [mailto:Avid-L2@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of
> > > > Shirley Gutierrez
> > > > Sent: Friday, July 15, 2011 2:01 PM
> > > > To: Avid-L2@yahoogroups.com
> > > > Subject: Re: [Avid-L2] Lower End Reference Monitors
> > > >
> > > >
> > > >
> > > >
> > > >
> > > > What's "highly constrained" mean?
> > > >
> > > > I've had a pretty good experience with Flanders Scientific:
> > > > http://www.flandersscientific.com/index/LM2461W
> > > >
> > > > Good luck!
> > > >
> > > > Shirley
> > > >
> > > > -----Original Message-----
> > > > From: blafarm <blafarm@ <mailto:blafarm%40yahoo.com> >
> > > > To: Avid-L2@yahoogroups.com <mailto:Avid-L2%40yahoogroups.com>
> > > > Sent: Fri, Jul 15, 2011 12:21 pm
> > > > Subject: [Avid-L2] Lower End Reference Monitors
> > > >
> > > > I realize this question is completely subjective -- but since this topic
> > > > hasn't
> > > > been discussed in a while -- is there a general consensus regarding the
> > > > least
> > > > expensive options for HD-SDI capable reference monitors?
> > > >
> > > > It's time to upgrade from consumer monitors and we only need 24" screens --
> > > > but
> > > > our budget is highly-constrained. Any suggestions for lower-end monitors
> > > > maybe
> > > > with reliable preset calibration -- or with options for external calibration
> > > >
> > > > senors?
> > > >
> > > > Thanks
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