Question 1

If I want to match both my macbook and external monitor so they display the exact same image, should I get the spyder4elite or the i1 pro display?

Accepted Answer

If you are in the US buy both then keep the one that works for you. Unlike the others who have answered you, I replaced a very obsolete Spyder Express 3 with a Colormunki. My colormunki is exceedingly poor with colour calibration and my images look completely different on my 3 main computers all calibrated using Xrites tutorials. With my Spyder I was confident with my edited output, but with the colormunki I am nearly terrified to send anything large to print or to return clients photos as the colors can be exceedingly out of gamut. I may have a bad unit...but then the 3 systems I have calibrated with the same "broken" unit should all be out similarly, however they are not. Most disappointing photography related purchase I have made in decades.

Question 2

Will this run with Yosemite (Mac OSX 10.10) ?

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Yep, it's working fine.

Question 3

How do your calibrate HDTV using i1 display pro?

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The device comes with software which must be installed before using the device.  Then the device is connected to a USB port.  Then, the counterweight on the device's cable is adjusted so that it will hang balanced over the top of the monitor to be calibrated, such that its lens is lying flat against the monitor.  On one of my monitors, the process was entirely automated.  On the other, it was necessary for me to manually adjust a few settings on the monitor itself, as directed by the software.  Once the process is complete, an ICC file is generated for your monitor.  Under Windows, this file allows Windows to generate more accurate color.  For Windows XP, search Microsoft's website for the Color Control Panel applet, so that you can choose which ICC profile to use for each connected monitor.  In Windows 7, launch the Color Management applet in Control Panel.

Question 4

I am interested in purchasing this item to calibrate several of my 4K tvs (for regualr viewing i.e. netflix shows). Is this a good item for that?

Accepted Answer

Unless your using your pc to view the movie, no. Reason is there is no way for the software to adjust the tv unless it's viewed through a pc graphics card

ASIN	B0055MBQOW
Additional Features	Minimum RAM: 1024 MB
Aspect Ratio	4:3
Best Sellers Rank	#86 in Photographic Light Meter Color Calibration Charts #7,363 in Computer Monitor Accessories #9,893 in Computer Monitors
Brand	X-Rite
Color	Black
Compatible Devices	Compatible CamerasNikon
Connectivity Technology	USB
Customer Reviews	4.3 4.3 out of 5 stars (2,121)
Global Trade Identification Number	07640111922469
Hardware Connectivity	USB
Has Color Screen	Yes
Item Dimensions D x W x H	2.13"D x 5.67"W x 7.64"H
Item Type Name	X-rite i1display pro.
Item Weight	0.55 Pounds
Manufacturer	X-Rite
Model Name	i1Display Pro
Model Number	EODIS3
Mounting Type	Desk Mount
Native Resolution	1024x768
Resolution	XGA
Screen Finish	Matte
Specific Uses For Product	Photo Video Editing
UPC	044112925493 848826026459 778889486184 072858937364 071020050887 093007669264
Unit Count	1.0 Count
Warranty Description	Calibrite – 12‑month warranty against defects in materials or workmanship (registration required within 30 days). Authorized U.S. and local-market purchases only.

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