banner  

Go Back   FTA Fix Files FTA Keys and FTA Instructions for FTA Receivers > Other Sections > HD Discussions

Notices

Reply
 
LinkBack Thread Tools
  #1 (permalink)  
Old 06-04-2009, 01:45 AM
Zero Gravity's Avatar
Super Moderator
 
Posts: 4,627
Rep Power: 210
Zero Gravity has a reputation beyond reputeZero Gravity has a reputation beyond reputeZero Gravity has a reputation beyond reputeZero Gravity has a reputation beyond reputeZero Gravity has a reputation beyond reputeZero Gravity has a reputation beyond reputeZero Gravity has a reputation beyond reputeZero Gravity has a reputation beyond reputeZero Gravity has a reputation beyond reputeZero Gravity has a reputation beyond reputeZero Gravity has a reputation beyond repute
Default 1080p vs 1080i? Which is better?

Most TV buyers are looking for the highest quality picture possible. For those shopping for a TV there is a controversy brewing about which is better 1080p or 1080i. However, the truth of the matter is that for most people both of these formats will deliver the same quality picture. Here is why.

1080i and 1080p

Both 1080i and 1080p deliver the same pixel resolution. The resolution is 1,920 pixels across the display screen by 1,080 pixels down the display screen. Since both formats offer the same resolution, the only difference is how the signal is sent directly from the source (DVD player, BluRay player, video game console, etc) and displayed on the TV screen. For those that use their TV's to watch either TV shows, DVD's or BluRay Discs, you will see no difference.

1080i

For the 1080i format the video frames sent from the source to the TV are displayed in an alternating field. Every 30th of a second a video frame is made up of 1,080 pixel rows. These rows are sent interlaced, first the even rows are sent, then the odd rows, together they make up one full frame.

1080p

With the 1080p format, both the odd and even rows of the frame are sent together making a full frame being displayed. This means that there is no interlacing. However, most HDTV's are made to de-interlace an image so that whether or not you have a 1080i or 1080p, the image shown will be the same.

There are exceptions to the similarities when dealing with very high end equipment and when gaming. Since the refresh rates are higher, but for the overwhelming majority of TV viewers, there will be no difference of the final images being displayed on either a 1080i or 1080p TV format.

Last edited by Zero Gravity; 06-04-2009 at 01:56 AM.
Reply With Quote
  #2 (permalink)  
Old 06-22-2009, 04:55 PM
SharkieG's Avatar
POWER VIP
 
Location: Eastern US
Posts: 341
Rep Power: 72
SharkieG has a reputation beyond reputeSharkieG has a reputation beyond reputeSharkieG has a reputation beyond reputeSharkieG has a reputation beyond reputeSharkieG has a reputation beyond reputeSharkieG has a reputation beyond reputeSharkieG has a reputation beyond reputeSharkieG has a reputation beyond reputeSharkieG has a reputation beyond reputeSharkieG has a reputation beyond reputeSharkieG has a reputation beyond repute
Cool

This explanation seems a bit too simple. And what about 720p? There are also several stations broadcasts in 720p, which gives a clearer image for sports or fast moving activities. You should also tell everyone that most HD Stations only Broadcast in 1080i. The 1080p images are strictly limited to Blu-ray DVD or gaming consoles (which are also blu-ray or similar type laser readers). Just thought this info would be helpful to anyone wanting to purchase a new flat screen TV/monitor.
Reply With Quote
  #3 (permalink)  
Old 06-22-2009, 04:56 PM
SharkieG's Avatar
POWER VIP
 
Location: Eastern US
Posts: 341
Rep Power: 72
SharkieG has a reputation beyond reputeSharkieG has a reputation beyond reputeSharkieG has a reputation beyond reputeSharkieG has a reputation beyond reputeSharkieG has a reputation beyond reputeSharkieG has a reputation beyond reputeSharkieG has a reputation beyond reputeSharkieG has a reputation beyond reputeSharkieG has a reputation beyond reputeSharkieG has a reputation beyond reputeSharkieG has a reputation beyond repute
Cool

This explanation seems a bit too simple. And what about 720p? There are also several stations broadcasting in 720p, which gives a clearer image for sports or fast moving activities. You should also tell everyone that most HD Stations only Broadcast in 1080i. The 1080p images are strictly limited to Blu-ray DVD or gaming consoles (which are also blu-ray or similar type laser readers). Just thought this info would be helpful to anyone wanting to purchase a new flat screen TV/monitor.

Last edited by San; 06-22-2009 at 05:04 PM.
Reply With Quote
  #4 (permalink)  
Old 06-22-2009, 07:58 PM
FTA PRO's Avatar
Super Moderator
 
Location: Home
Posts: 8,649
Rep Power: 433
FTA PRO has a reputation beyond reputeFTA PRO has a reputation beyond reputeFTA PRO has a reputation beyond reputeFTA PRO has a reputation beyond reputeFTA PRO has a reputation beyond reputeFTA PRO has a reputation beyond reputeFTA PRO has a reputation beyond reputeFTA PRO has a reputation beyond reputeFTA PRO has a reputation beyond reputeFTA PRO has a reputation beyond reputeFTA PRO has a reputation beyond repute
Default

SharkieG that is true about TV stations that most of them brodcast in 1080i for now, even some games ( Blu-ray games still come in 720p ). But for the money difference between 1080p and 1080i i would get 1080p any day. There is nothing better then watching a Blu-ray DVD in full HD or playing vids in full Hi-Def 1080p. Definitely worth that extra few bucks.
__________________
Reply With Quote
  #5 (permalink)  
Old 06-22-2009, 11:27 PM
SharkieG's Avatar
POWER VIP
 
Location: Eastern US
Posts: 341
Rep Power: 72
SharkieG has a reputation beyond reputeSharkieG has a reputation beyond reputeSharkieG has a reputation beyond reputeSharkieG has a reputation beyond reputeSharkieG has a reputation beyond reputeSharkieG has a reputation beyond reputeSharkieG has a reputation beyond reputeSharkieG has a reputation beyond reputeSharkieG has a reputation beyond reputeSharkieG has a reputation beyond reputeSharkieG has a reputation beyond repute
Cool

I wasn't trying to talk any one out of buying 1080p. I own 2 1080p TVs. I think the only 1080i TVs are projection screen. Had one of those ... until the light engine burnt out. Unfortunately, it would cost almost as much to replace the part as buy a new TV. So I bought a 1080p Samsung Plasma. You can get good deals now as the prices are dropping. The big deal now is the processors - 60hz, 120hz, and now 240hz. Wow can we really see the difference? Maybe between the 60hz and 240hz ....
Members also be advised there are real good deals on the smaller 720p TVs.
As far as gaming, yeah you can get almost life like images with a 1080p TV @ 120Hz.
Reply With Quote
Reply

Bookmarks

Tags
1080p vs 1080i

Thread Tools



All times are GMT -5. The time now is 02:14 PM.

Powered by vBulletin® Version 3.7.3
Copyright ©2000 - 2010, Jelsoft Enterprises Ltd.
Search Engine Friendly URLs by vBSEO 3.2.0