HX have vertical compresion?

[Surf40]

Does the HX (4:3) RPTVs have vertical compression when watching 16:9 material (HD or 480p)? In other words, in the 16:9 window, are all 1080i lines scanned, and with a DVD is all 480p lines scanned in the letterbox?

Thanks

Surf40

[57U]

Provide an exact model number, we'll look at the specs and advise. It usually says pretty early on in the specs if it has it.

Type "manufacturer, model#" into a web search engine and you'll usually get a few hits, usually with specs.

[Surf40]

The exact model numbers are
PT56HX41 and PT61HX42

I checked the Panny web site, but found no specific answer.
I also e-mailed the site for an answer

Surf40

[57U]

I checked both models and could see no mention of vertical compression. I've found vertical compression more often in the direct view sets. Not much on RPTVs.

Here's a sample link I found.

A few years ago, there were lots of 4:3 RPTVs with few 16:9. This year there are very few 4:3 models left. I doubt there'll be any next year. If you feel this is a good deal and you want a 4:3 set, go ahead. If you're in doubt, you may wish to wait a short while, or consider a widescreen HDTV.

http://ic.dealtime.com/xPF-Panasonic_PT_61HX42

[Surf40]

I just got an e-mail from Panasonic Costomer Service.
They said that none of their 4:3 RPTVs (HX models) have vertical compresion.

Bottom line: You get about 810i for HD, and about 360p from a DVD for 16:9 viewing.

Surf40