Calibrators

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kathyvon
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Calibrators

Post by kathyvon »

Why have SO MANY calibration movies been included? I'm getting impatient with them, since I have the impression they're primarily to further the rankings game. I'd rather spend the time looking at the real deal....
Cass
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think of them as check samples

Post by Cass »

With most types of analysis, frequent (up to 20%) check samples are run to ensure precision and accuracy. In a study where there is a variety of experience, calibration movies help make sure eveyone is on the same page with respect to what they are looking for. Since the researchers want a more random distribution of calibration movies sometimes you get a bunch in a row.

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Post by DustBuster »

Hi.

This topic as been addressed in this forum here http://stardustathome.ssl.berkeley.edu/ ... .php?t=415

and there is a related poll here http://stardustathome.ssl.berkeley.edu/ ... .php?t=503

Please try to find existing topics before starting new ones.

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