Output Resolution? - Blu-ray Forum

HybridFlare · 03-03-2007, 09:58 AM

I read somewhere blu ray discs will only output at 1080p, is this true?

Im wondering because my HDTV is only 720p....so can I watch a blu ray disc in 720p?

degas · 03-03-2007, 10:31 AM

Yes, it will be downscaled from 1080p -> 720p.

thunderhawk · 03-03-2007, 10:34 AM

BDs carry a 1080p signal, however all players can downscale, and most TVs too so it shouldn't be a problem.

HybridFlare · 03-03-2007, 11:20 AM

But some people say that Blu ray doesn't support 720p, only 1080i/p and 480, are they correct?

My TV does do 1080i, I guess I can settle with that.

thunderhawk · 03-03-2007, 12:37 PM

They aren't correct. From the official FAQ on the Blu-raydisc.com (official BDA website):

Quote:

What is Blu-ray Disc?
Blu-ray Disc is a next-generation, optical disc format that enables the ultimate high-def entertainment experience. Blu-ray Disc provides these key features and advantages:

* Maximum picture resolution. Blu-ray Disc delivers full 1080p* video resolution to provide pristine picture quality.
* ...

03-03-2007, 09:58 AM	#1
HybridFlare Junior Member Member since:May 2006	Output Resolution? I read somewhere blu ray discs will only output at 1080p, is this true? Im wondering because my HDTV is only 720p....so can I watch a blu ray disc in 720p?

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03-03-2007, 10:31 AM	#2
degas Senior Member Member since:Jan 2007 iTunes collection:1319 Blu-ray reviews:3	Yes, it will be downscaled from 1080p -> 720p.

03-03-2007, 10:34 AM	#3
thunderhawk Moderator Member since:Jul 2004 Location:Belgium	BDs carry a 1080p signal, however all players can downscale, and most TVs too so it shouldn't be a problem.

03-03-2007, 11:20 AM	#4
HybridFlare Junior Member Member since:May 2006	But some people say that Blu ray doesn't support 720p, only 1080i/p and 480, are they correct? My TV does do 1080i, I guess I can settle with that.

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