TestCard ProHD for iOS

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Professionals use test cards to calibrate broadcast systems and cinemas use them too, so why shouldnt home cinemas or theatres use them too?...

Professionals use test cards to calibrate broadcast systems and cinemas use them too, so why shouldnt home cinemas or theatres use them too? TestCard ProHD is the innovative means to calibrating your screen to ensure a consistent and correct representation of display media. Additionally, TestCard ProHD also now includes an SPL or decibel meter to assist with setting up surround sound sources. Its a solution for calibrating both audio and visual elements within the home that can also be used in professional environments. TestCard ProHD is the application for setting up a modern High Definition TV or projector. Weve grouped together some common types of test cards as well as some new ones that will help set up home theaters to a professional standard.Adjusting the contrast and brightness is essential to ensuring that you get the best from your TV or projector, but color is vitally important too. Further, test cards for motion and sharpness tweak more performance from your screen. Using these test cards and their instructions youll be able to tweak to get the best you can without the expensive of a dedicated calibration service. Only by applying test cards in a controlled manner will you to get the best from your home theater and TestCard ProHD is the right tool, taking advantage of the unique abilities of the iPhone and iPad.Within modern screens there are many techniques used to smooth motion. These can also have a detrimental effect, yet correctly set some do improve the picture. Having a repeating pattern to assist the setting of motion controls is essential. TestCard ProHD has test cards specifically design for motion testing on a screen.Further, each test card has an information section to give you concise information and instruction on how to use it. The more that can be gained form each test card, the more information is provided. For ease of use the instruction are displayed on the iPhone / iPad while simultaneously displaying the test card on the external display.Access to the test cards on the external display and the SPL meter are only available after an In-App purchase. Using the default test screen please ensure that you have tested your device with the media adaptor, or Apple TV, on the external display before purchasing access. This is to allow you to verify that your system is fully compatible before purchase.TestCard ProHD can be used with Apple TV V2 or V3, or with the Apple media interfaces for HDMI or VGA.Apple TV V2 and V3 can be used as the external display interface using AirPlay Mirroring. Simply switch on AirPlay on the iPhone or iPad and select Mirroring. See below for instructions on AirPlay Mirroring.For HDMI or VGA Apple produces two types of media interface, with options for either the wide 30-pin connector or the Lightning connector. While weve included some test cards for VGA / computer calibration, the home cinema user who is looking for 1080p compatibility should opt for the HDMI based media interface.Apple TV AirPlay Instructions:To enable AirPlay Mirroring connect your iOS device and your Apple TV to the same Wi-Fi network. For iOS 7 swipe up from the bottom of your screen to access Control Center. For iOS 5 and 6 double-click the Home button to display your recently used apps and swipe the recently used apps twice from left to right until you see the AirPlay icon. Tap on the AirPlay icon, select your Apple TV and switch on Mirroring. More details can be found on Apples support page http://support.apple.com/kb/ht5209