shieldsadvert

What settings would you recommend for matching the colors on the new 27" iMac to those on a big screen tv? I like to produce slide shows in Aperture then watch them on a big screen and want the colors to match as closely as possible.

rgrenaderphoto Loc: Hollywood, CA

Set it up for games, that's as close as you're going to get.

cjc2 Loc: Hellertown PA

Color calibration is a very important process and should be done to everything in your workflow. It is critical when making prints for sure. To accomplish this, you need a colorimeter, such as a Spyder or an X-Rite. (Not sure you can do this with a TV screen as I've never tried.). Personally, I would adjust you iMac first and then see what your TV offers. Best of luck.

photogeneralist Loc: Lopez Island Washington State

Your TV has a plethora of color creation settings in it's setup menu. Why not set your TV to match the computer instead of setting the computer to match the TV. Most TV's are not set properly anyway. Usually preset at the factory to be ---- Too bright, too saturated, too contrasty.
Try to envision the actual flesh tones of the TV's on screen people then set the TV colors etc to make the displayed peoples flesh tones seem real. Then fine tune the TV to match the colors on the computer

JohnR Loc: The Gates of Hell

If the iMac is showing correct colours then adjust the TV NOT the iMac. If the iMac is not showing correct colours then adjust it so it does THEN adjust the TV to match !

shieldsadvert

Thanks. The mac has many color profiles; is there one you prefer?

JohnR Loc: The Gates of Hell

Click on the box "Show profiles for this display only". Unnecessary profiles will disappear. Highlight the iMac display profiles then click on "Calibrate" and follow the prompts. If your iMac shows an "Advanced" box then click on that and follow those instead of the basic Calibrate. It will show various boxes with circles and sliders which you move to make the circle blend into the background. At the end save your profile as whatever you choose and enable it for all users. The basic Calibrate only allows you to vary the white point of the display however that might be all you need to correct the colour. I advise you not to use "Nightshift" or run the display at maximum brightness. 2 - 3 boxes less than max - whatever looks best for you.

Cheers JohnR

shieldsadvert

Thanks John, very informative answer.

carl hervol Loc: jacksonville florida

nobody going to se the difference except you .