Set Up Your HDTV

HDTV (High-Definition Telvision) is here. What does it mean? HDTV is a digital television broadcasting system that transmits pictures in a higher resolution than that of traditional television. Sometimes it’s easier to understand what something is by pointing out what it is not.

1. You can’t make your television an HDTV by attaching a digital converter to it. DTV (digital television) is not necessarily HDTV.

2. Your television can be an HDTV but that won’t be enough to actually see programs in high definition. To see a television show in HD you will need a source (many cable companies charge extra for a HD cable box or you can purchase a HD antennae), a HD channel (HD televisions require that a show be broadcast with a HD signal), and finally a HD show. The show must be produced in HD, as well.

It can be confusing and not all the pieces of the puzzle are in place yet for a seamless experience, but if you’re in the market for a new television, you should buy an HDTV. It won’t cost you more than a regular one anymore and you’ll be prepared for a very detailed future.