Confusion about Upscaling DVD player Resolution

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Hello,

I recently purchased a Sony BX420 32inch LCD HD TV capable of 1080p resolution.

To match the TV, I also bought a Sony SR-500H upconverting DVD player because I have so many Standard Def DVD's that I am not ready to jump to Blu-Ray.

I have read many articles on upconversion, some say let the DVD player do the work, some say the TV, that I have become very confused as to what resolution to set my DVD player. I originally had the DVD player to output via HDMI 1080p to match my 1080p TV but I have a feeling that I made a mistake.

Could someone clarify what would be the best setup for my DVD player and TV?

What setting do most of you use for output resolution using an upconverting DVD player in regard to watch SD DVD's on your HDTV?

Thanks.

[Denvers Dawgs]

I set my dvd player to output 1080i (max my current tv is capable with) and the video is gorgeous. I did a split screen with my upscaling sony dvd player and the older toshiba I was replacing. The image quality was so greatly increased I was amazed. When looking at the side by side the older player almost looked like it had a window screen over that side of the dvd, basically muting/dulling the color of the video. Even though watching a dvd on the older player never bothered me. Actually seeing the difference side by side, I can't believe I watched dvds like that.

[creakndale]

I would set it up just as you have. An HDMI connection for sure to minimize and hopefully eliminate overscan.

If you don't have a specific DVD test disc, some DVD's (like Star Wars, Pixar, etc.), have video test patterns you can display. Change TV options or DVD options to find the best combination.

creakndale

[jagabo]

There are too many variables to predict which will look better. Try both with a variety of material (progressive and interalced) and see which looks better to you.

I would also suggest using a non-overscan mode so you get pixel-for-pixel mapping. That way you avoid an additional resizing. Most Sony 1080p HDTVs have that feature. I forget what they call it.