What numerical value are you suggesting in your settings for contrast?
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Below you'll find the settings we found best for viewing the Panasonic TC-P46S2 in a dark room via the HDMI input with a 1080p, film-based source. Your settings may vary depending on source, room conditions, and personal preference. Check out the Picture settings and calibration FAQ for more information.
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--Picture menu
Picture mode: Cinema
Contrast: 73
Brightness: 61
Color: 47
Tint: 0
Sharpness: 0
Color temp: Warm
x.v.Color: Off
C.A.T.S.: Off
Video NR: Off
Blur reduction: On
--Aspect adjustments menu
Screen format: FULL
HD Size: Size 2
H size: Size 1 [grayed out]
Zoom adjustments [grayed out]
--Advanced picture menu
3D Y/C filter: Off [grayed out]
Color matrix: HD [grayed out]
MPEG NR: Off
Black level: Light
3:2 pulldown: Auto

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