Can I Play an NTSC DVD on a PAL television and a non Region 1 DVD player?
It all depends on your audio/video system. If your TV was made in the last 10 years or so, there is a strong possibility that it is equipped to handle the NTSC format. Most PAL TV manufacturers began developing TV’s that could handle both PAL and NTSC signals as the format became more and more widely accepted and used by people viewing imported DVD’s and companies developing NTSC titles. While some TV’s may not be capable of this, it is best to check your television manual for further clarification on your specific television set. Most sets will automatically detect the NTSC system and switch, while some will require manual adjustment. Your user manual can help with any further information required. Older television sets may not be equipped to handle the NTSC format, however there are ways around it such as converting the output of your DVD player to PAL. Many PAL DVD players can have the video output converted to output PAL or NTSC, which means you can view NTSC material on your PAL t
