Self-calibrating B&O plasma TVs

Philip Wong | Aug 29, 2008

Here at CNET Asia, we always recommend video calibration to bring out the best of your flat-panel TVs. Bang & Olufsen has, however, brought the art of calibration to a whole new level by integrating it into the company's latest plasma TVs. Its proprietary Automatic Color Management (ACM) technology features a camera that extends upon activation to measure and analyze the test patterns shown on the screen.

ACM is preconfigured in the factory to automatically activate after every 100-hour screen usage. The procedure has minimal impact to your viewing experience, too, requiring mere seconds and performed only before the TV enters standby mode via the remote control. Alternatively, ACM can also be operated through the software menu and is currently available in the US$16,860 BVi4-50 and US$30,620 BVi4-65 plasma TVs.

Besides delivering more accurate color reproduction, B&Q also claims that the ACM system will extend panel life as well as correct the effects of plasma aging for sustained picture vibrancy.

Photo credit: Bang & Olufsen

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