Can any one tell me if a progressive scan dvd play

Don't waste the $$ unless yours isn't working.

I agree. If you did not already have a DVD player, then I would say go for it. I would not considering buying one as an upgrade. As a side note; some modern televisions have their own noise reduction which progressive scan may not integrate with. In those cases the picture gets worse.

yes, you *do* need a tv capable of displaying a native 480p image, which hdtv's are capable of, and none others of which i'm aware.

If you like the dvd player and it has a switchable progressive scan / normal, then buy it.

I have a Sony DVP s9000es progressive scan for my non-hdtv and it's a beautiful picture. Not to mention it plays SACD and CD quite nicely.

Now that the question of if its worth it to upgrade to a progressive scan play with a non-HD TV is anwsered. Can any one recommend a reasonably priced switchable player as mentioned by Stehno? Or is that something that is only found on higher priced players? The mentioned sony cost almost as much as my whole system. I try and buy quality at a reasonable price. I concider my system a budget system.It consist of: Yamaha RX-V800 receiver, dbx DX-5CD player, JVC XV-S45GD dvd player, Phillips 36" TV (non-HD) I'll upgrade later, Nakamichi BX-300 cassette deck,Polk R40 mains, Polk RT35i fronts, Polk RT-25i rears, Polk CS-245 center,Polk PSW350 sub.I payed around $1600 for everything, so paying $800 to $1000 for the sony s9000es is a little out of my budget. I'm looking for picture qaulity that won't break the bank. Thanks to any one who can help.