Progressive Scan TVs

[bunyip]

I'm considering updating to a new wide-screen TV and I note that many of them advertise as being 'progressive scan'.

Can anyone tell me, does this mean that if you play an interlaced source on these TVs that you will see the interlaced lines as you do on a PC screen or do these sets compensate?

[redwudz]

I have an progressive scan DVD player and when I play it on my Progressive scan compatible projection set, it is clearer and smoother than normal interlace. To your question, if your VCR or DVD player is progressive, then the output is. If not, no, you won't get the advantage.

[Perro Grande]

Every TV I've seen that supports the various progressive formats will also switch to interlaced format when presented with an interlaced signal.

For example, mine switches to 480p when playing a DVD, 1080i for HD, and 480i for regular ol' TV.

[bunyip]

I must admit I assumed they would be strictly progressive, but as you suggest they should be capable of switching between interlaced and progressive mode according to the source.
At least I will chose one that does.
That makes it clearer - thanks for the replies.

[fmctm1sw]

Can anyone tell me, does this mean that if you play an interlaced source on these TVs that you will see the interlaced lines as you do on a PC screen or do these sets compensate?

I think that is a very good question. I too am thinking progressive TV is in my future. I'm going to do a little research...