Does it really show DVD movies in high def?
It says it can upscale images up to 1080i, is this true? even when I use an HDMI cord?
2006-10-13 19:56:18 · 6 answers · asked by Armblast 1 in Consumer Electronics ➔ Home Theater
and yes, my widescreen does have the HDMI input, just wondering if it can really produce the high definition signal through regular dvds
2006-10-13 19:59:14 · update #1
NO! They are not in hi-def! The signal format is based on hi-def standards (1080i or 720p) but the source image is only 640x480. That is what is on the disc, and it can't be increased. The picture is scaled up to the higher pixel count, but the resolution is limited by the original recording,
That being said, the HDMI output can give you an improved picture (abeit not hi-def). Digital signal processing techniques can enhance the picture appearance, and the fact the the ouput is digital means that no digital-to-analog conversion has been done. This avoids a source of image deterioration.
2006-10-13 20:47:20 · answer #1 · answered by gp4rts 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
In short - no. You will get a better picture than on a conventional TV, but it will not be hi-def.
To be honest I don't see what the fuss is all about. I went to a demo of Sky Hi Def digital TV recently, and OK, it looked good, but the improvement hardly seems worth all the extra money you have to pay for the equipment and service, especially given that there is hardly anything to watch in this format at the moment.
I bought a widescreen digital TV and DVD home theatre system when my old 24 inch analogue went bang, and that will do for me for the forseeable future.
2006-10-14 00:08:58 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2016-12-13 07:58:26 · answer #3 · answered by zell 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
the result is not true hi-def, however it is a noticeable increase in perceived clarity. these players are now inexpensive enough that, in my opinion, it is well worth the money (120-150 dollars). i bought one (panasonic dvds52), and hooked it up all 3 ways (s-video, component 480p, and HDMI), and i can see the difference when switching among the three inputs on my panasonic TH42PX60 plasma. the improvement is not mind-blowing but it is noticeable.
bottom line: if you're discerning, or at least "picky", you'll see the difference.
2006-10-15 07:41:46 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
NO! u idiot. that's why HD-DVD's are coming out next month, they will b 1080i or 720p and eventually 1080p. just make sure u buy a blueray dvd player like the PS3
2006-10-17 17:39:19 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Just so you know, your TV also has to have HDMI.
2006-10-13 19:58:10 · answer #6 · answered by moon420 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋