[mythtv-users] Picture Quality - Color Gradients
David Brodbeck
gull at gull.us
Thu Feb 1 01:28:59 UTC 2007
Brian C. Huffman wrote:
> I have noticed poor picture
> quality in my standard recordings, but more concerning is the quality
> when watching DVDs. When watching a progressive DVD (using Myth's
> internal player), I can see "color gradients" - especially when the
> colors are dark or "flesh toned." To better explain this, transition in
> color levels is more like a "topographical map" than a smooth
> transition.
>
What bit depth is your video card using? Check the XFree86.log file. I
bet you're using 16 bits per pixel (bpp). For smooth color rendition
you want 24 or 32 bpp.
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