[vdr] Re: Image geometry

[Sebastian Kemper <sebastian.kemper@web.de>]

Seppo Ingalsuo wrote:
> Sebastian Kemper wrote:
>
> > Hello,
> >
> > I have problems with the image geometry. Allthough my TV supports 
> > rotating the picture I'm not succesful with it. I can rotate the 
> > picture until the upper and lower edge are brought to the horizontal 
> > position, but then the right and left edge is leaning. The right edge 
> > even more than the left. This bothers me. My card is a TT 1.6 from 
> > USA-X ( 
> > http://www.usa-x.org/1shop/product_info.php?cPath=1_9&products_id=3 ).
> > My TV is a 16:9 from Panasonic. It happens with both Cinch and RGB.
> >
> > When I take a look at other users VDR screens (e.g. 
> > http://www.vdr-portal.de/board/gallery/categories.php?cat_id=3 ) they 
> > all seem to be of perfect geometry. Does this mean my card is bad or 
> > is there a way to solve the problem?
>
> I managed to improve the geometry (size, cushion & rotation) of my 16:9 
> Panasonic with the service mode. Google finds instructions how to enter 
> the mode but you need basic TV service skills to not ruin totally your 
> TV. A test DVD is good for tuning (I used Star Wars DVD test pictures 
> :^). Even physical damage is possible! It is best to first exercise your 
> TV's warranty.
>
> The geometry settings are common for all signal sources, also the 
> built-in tuner picture. Do you see geometry problems in normal analog TV 
> broadcasts, is there cushion effect in 4:3 picture edges (my TV had that 
> problem)?
>
> BR,
> Seppo
Thx man,

will check that out. No risk no fun :D
bbl
Sebastian



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