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Thanks for this. Can I ask, are the testcards robust enough to calibrate with, or are they just for nostalgic purposes?

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Hi Henenen.

Well, I'm not sure I'd put my life on it but I don't think it's far wrong as far as accuracy is concerned and certainly for everyday "calibration" and testing (picture geometry, focus, convergence, HF / LF response, grey scale etc.) is concerned, I think I'd trust it pretty well.

Thanks Henenen.

Kind regards.

From Mike.

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I'd agree that you could trust it pretty well too. The only fly in the ointment would be that on certain cheapo DVD players, the picture might be shifted slightly to the left or the right. Nothing significant though.

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Two things, firstly to express thanks for compiling this DVD and, secondly and cheekily, to drop a hint/request for some other Test Cards and patterns. I've long wanted a copy of the original Test Card F with the frequency figures at the side of the grating - the only copy I've got is in an early colour TV instruction book. Also could I put in a mention for PLUGE (2 or 4 step) and DELUGE.

Nick

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Hi Nick.

Your wish is my command (well, the first one anyway). The new disc has the correct lettering (and numbers) for the old and new mechanical-versions of Test Card F as well as a few other goodies - I'll get them uploaded very soon. :)

Thanks Nick.

Kind regards.

From Mike.

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Excellent - I'll look forward to it!

Nick

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Hi all.

I've uploaded the latest version of the Test Card Disc here:

http://www.oldtechnology.net/TestCardDisc/V0.371.iso

I can't remember exactly what's new but there is now a choice of different Test Card Fs and some other new stuff I think. :)

Thanks all.

Kind regards.

From Mike.

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I've set up some real beasts with Mikey's test cards with as good results as the original Crystal palace transmissions. Great fun into the bargain. J.

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I have added a note to the end of the first post with a link to post #47. This should help those who may not have read the whole thread get the latest version.

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Mikey, Marvellous, Marvellous, at last I have a 'proper' Test Card F not the ba****dised one to conform to transmitting it on System A as well. Now I'll await the Colour version of Test Card C. Yes there was one - of sorts,
Thanks Again, Nick

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Well done Mikey 405.

Tis is the best DVD set of test cards that I ever used.

Thank you so much for your helpful links.

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Brilliant. I'm glad you found it useful Robert. :)

Kind regards.

From Mike.

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Evening everyone.

Here's a fractionally updated version of the Test Card Disc with one of the BBC Christmas editions of Test Card F tacked onto the end. :)

Have a smashing Christmas everyone.

Kind regards.

From Mike.

http://www.oldtechnology.net/TestCar..._Christmas.iso

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Thanks Mike.

A nice festive addition.

Tony

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Thanks Tone. Glad you liked it. :)

Kind regards.

From Mike.

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Thanks Mike,

I'll be downloading tonight!
and a Merry Christmas to you to my friend!

:beer:

Cheers

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Thanks Mike. A great download

Dave

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Thanks Lee and Dave. I hope you enjoy them. :)

Kind regards.

From Mike.

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Hi Mike and everyone.

Here it is downloaded and showing on my Baird 8770 (Thorn 8000A chassis) ;D

Merry Christmas!

Tas and Sara

PS The more eagle eyed amongst you may have spotted the vintage Pifco Merrylites on the tree and the Roberts RIC2 radio too :D

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It's a great disc. The only thing I would like to see added is Test Card W, if only to show people with flashy new TVs that they aren't set-up properly. ;)

- Joe