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Originally Posted by BigKid13
1. Most importantly - Will I notice the difference between an upconverted DVD (to 720p) and an HD DVD? I can't get a decent (read simple) expanation on why it would be better. It's still going to be 720p, no more lines or pixles, so why will it be better?
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I have the same projector and an HD-A2. I was using an OPPO upscaling dvd player and the difference is very noticeable. I project about a 110" image and the improvement in image quality is readily apparent, not only image resolution but also color depth. When you upconvert a dvd the player has to spread out the pixels and fill in the holes with a "best guess" at what information is supposed to be there. With HD content, there is no guess work. The information is all there for a 720 or 1080 image.
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Originally Posted by BigKid13
3. Am I wasting my money as sooner or later (perhaps someone out here knows when) all the HD-DVDs will be available on Blu-ray. (gotta have Serenity you know)
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As with all consumer electronics you are probably wasting your money (since there will always be something better just on the horizon). It is a very subjective question. Sad as it makes me, HD-DVD is dead. I'm sure that they will eventually release all of the films on Blu-Ray that were previously available on HD-DVD. It's just a matter of time. But, if you gotta have Serenity HD now, there are killer deals available on HD-DVD hardware. For me, I'm enjoying my A2 and waiting until I can get a profile 2.0 blu-ray player for $199 or less to start enjoying blu-ray.