I would first use the PLUGE and contrast patterns to set the image. Then I would use the image cropping pattern to see if you are getting the full 1920x1080 image. I would use the luma and chroma bursts to make sure nothing is wrong. In fact, I use the chroma MB to find out which output is best, if you have a choice. e.g. 4:2:2, 4:4:4 or RGB. You can use the far right burst on the 2nd and 4th rows. The 2nd row is the horizontal resolution while the 4th row is vertical resolution.

Be sure to also check the clipping pattern when deciding on 4:2:2, 4:4:4 or RGB.

Also check the chroma alignment pattern. Previous YC delay patterns have actually had delay in the pattern itself. This one is 100% accurate. Its created directly in 4:2:0 to ensure it.

A product like the DVDO VP50Pro has YC delay that is subpixel and can really dial in chroma alignment if you are off.


Stacey Spears
Co-Creator, Spears & Munsil High Definition Benchmark, Blu-ray Edition and Lighthouses of the Pacific Northwest.