1080line
1080line is a term used in video and display technology to denote an image format defined by 1080 lines of vertical resolution. The concept appears in historical technical literature and production notes to distinguish image quality by the number of scan lines rather than by pixel count alone. In modern usage, 1080 lines typically correspond to Full HD content with a frame resolution of 1920×1080. The image is usually displayed in a 16:9 aspect ratio and can be delivered as progressive scan (1080p) or interlaced scan (1080i).
In practice, 1080line content supports a range of frame rates depending on the delivery method. 1080p is
Historically, the 1080-line concept emerged during HDTV development in the late 20th century, as engineers defined
See also: HDTV, Full HD, 1080p, 1080i, 720p, 4K.
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