There are so many variations and aspec ratios in widescreen that you will probably have bars on them for some time. Try looking for DVD's that say "enhanced" for 16x9 tv's. This will eliminate bars. Also, Widescreen Review is a great source for reference to movies.
Sony KDF-55XS955- Sony progressive DVD player. Just started using DVDs more. I still have a large widescreen picture but with the black bars on top. Did put it in the wide Zoom mode but didn'y care for it. I assume the black bars are normal for now. Are They?? Have DVD player set to 16.9 progressive. Will newer DVDs be widescreen format or is this going to continue to happen.

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