I was too impatient to wait and bought the Avia disc at Best Buy. (They didn't have Video Essentials.)

If you're a member of Netflix, you can rent VE. I did that well before I ever got my 1050. That was a few years ago so I assume they probably have the Avia DVD by now too. (I'm no longer a member although I still highly recommend it.)

I think there's a thread around here somewhere that discusses the differences between the two. (I just found the thread and it basically says that if you want the best audio and video quality to get both. Personally, I think you'll get mostly what you need from one or the other, but others may disagree.)

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Mustang Stallion,
I have used Avia and Video Essentials. They are both excellent. Sound & Vision has recently released a set up disk called, I believe, Home Theater Tune Up. It is a simplified and more basic calibration disk than Avia or VE. I think the suggested retail is about $19.95, and is sold at Best Buy and other such stores.It provides test tones for calibration, and simple test patterns for video.
Also required,in addition to the disk, is a Sound Pressure Level Meter (SPL). You can purchase one at any Radio Shack for about $30.00. Most experts recommend that you get the analog as opposed to the digital model, and that you calibrate in "slow mode, C weighted". (All that makes alot more sense if you actually have the meter). This calibration step makes a huge difference !!

Cool I have a DvD that was given to me by Best Buy when I bought the current receiver. However, it's not the Avia or V.E. it's the Ultimate DVD .. and has audio and video set-up tools...anyway, I'll look into an analog SPL meter to help make the setup easier...thanks



[This message has been edited by MustangStallion (edited May 07, 2002).]