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HD Nation covers the week in High-Definition news, reviews, tips and tricks. Hosts Patrick Norton and Robert Heron will quench the thirst for stunning visuals and the ultimate surround sound by providing everything from reviews of the latest in home theater equipment, the best new Blu-Ray titles... Read More

Free HDTV Calibration: Part 1, HDMI Smartphones, Plasma Break-in? Free 3D IMAX Blu-rays!

Monday, August 2nd, 2010 – running time 31:14

PS3 Gets Netflix Search, Galaxy S, Dell Streak: Two More HDMI Phones. HDTV Calibration: What to do before you break out the disk! Do I need to break in my plasma? Two More Disney classics go Blu-ray. The Blu-ray releases for August 3rd, 2010!

Classic Disney Blu-rays, HDMI Smartphones, Netflix Search on PS3s, Free IMAX 3D Movies!

Disney has a few classics lined up for Blu-ray release in 2011, including Alice in Wonderland and The Lion King, and the restorations look amazing. Samsung's Galaxy S and Dell's Streak both provide HDMI output, allowing you to view high definition content right from your phone. Playstation3 users who use Netflix's streaming service will be pleased to hear you can finally search for the film you want to see right on your PS3. If you're a fan of IMAX movies, and you're in the market for new 3D hardware, keep an eye out for the IMAX 3D bundles from Warner Home Video. You can get a free IMAX 3D movie with the purchase of select Blu-ray 3D players, 3D HDTVs or 3D Projectors. Watch the video for all the latest in HD news.

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Room Emulation on Recievers: Useful or Useless?

Many receivers offer preset "Sound Field Programs" with names like "Movie," "Music" "Concert Hall" and "Tiny Club." Are these worth using or is it just marketing hype? Watch the video to find out if these are needed to use your receiver to its fullest.

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The Breakfast Club on Blu-ray!

To celebrate its 25th Anniversary, The Breakfast Club has been given the Blu-ray treatment, and Patrick couldn't be more excited. It wasn't shot with expensive cameras and film, so the quality isn't as supreme as we've come to expect from recent Blu-ray releases, but it still delivers a solid transfer. Watch the video to find out if this is a must-have for any 80s movie fan.

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New Blu-ray Releases for July 27th, 2010

New releases for this week include Elvis: Blu-ray Collection (Jailhouse Rock / Viva Las Vegas / Elvis on Tour), Kick-Ass , Heroes: Season Four, and more! Watch the video for the complete list.

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HDTV Calibration 101: Part 1

Want to get the best picture from your HDTV? Robert walks you through calibrating your TV, from contrast settings, to picture presets and overscan controls. We suggest the Spears & Munsil disc, but you can also get the AVS HD 709 calibration disc for free. Watch the video to see how to get the most out of your HDTV.

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Plasma Break-In: Must or Myth?

Some manufacturers recommend using a "break-in" DVD on your new plasma HDTV to ensure maximum performance from all pixels. But is this really necessary? Watch the video to find out whether you need to use these extra tools for the best picture from your plasma.
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Is Special Calibration Hardware Better?

If you've used a calibration disc and set your picture accordingly, will another piece of hardware like the Datacolor Spyder3TV make it any better? Watch the video to find out whether you can trust your eyes or if a computer can do it better.

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  • 9 days ago

    @frozensummers @patricknorton They have to live on YouTube for the time being. Hope to have 'em on the RSS feed shortly!

  • 9 days ago

    Have you seen episode 3? Breaking in new HDTVs, DVDO’s Quick6 AVR upgrade, Xbox Blu-ray player, more! http://t.co/lF5btjoLsX

  • 9 days ago

    RT @RokuPlayer: The new Roku interface is now available on supported players in all regions! Here's how to get it: http://t.co/TGc6Pw1tqq

  • 9 days ago

    @xsiner @patricknorton @robertheron Windows Media Center makes a pretty awesome DVR! (Especially if you can get a CableCARD!)

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    Awesome: Mom Photographs Daughter as History's Most Heroic Women: http://t.co/GKrENIFloB

  • 20 days ago

    Hey @Dolby could we please score an interview and video in one of your experimental surround sound rooms for @Tbeckingham ???

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HD Nation
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HD Nation is your guide to the best in HD content, and the best in home theater gear, no matter what your budget is! Full episodes are available on Tekzilla. Visit http://tekzilla.com to watch.
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Jul 14, 2009
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