HDTV is all the rage these days, but very few people really know what HDTV is. Here's a FAQ that answers the most common HDTV questions.
What is HDTV?
HDTV (high definition TV) is a television broadcast medium that uses digital technology to create super-sharp images. HDTV is broadcast in widescreen format and Dolby Digital audio producing a lifelike picture and CD quality sound.
What are the benefits of HDTV?
The benefits of HDTV are:
* Lifelike picture - HDTV images are twice as sharp as standard analog TV.
* More colorful images - HDTV images look more realistic than analog TV.
* Three-dimensional sound - HDTV is broadcast in Dolby Digital surround sound.
* Movie theater picture - HDTV is broadcast in a 16:9 aspect ratio just like a move screen.
* Less interference - HDTV signals do not produce snow, lines, or ghosting.
What equipment do I need to get HDTV?
In order to receive HDTV you need an HDTV compatible television and an HDTV antenna or satellite TV dish.
Where do I get HDTV equipment?
You can purchase tube, plasma, or LCD HDTV televisions through your local electronics store or discount store, or you can buy them online through a number of discount retailers. HDTV antennas are also available through these retailers.
Satellite dishes and HDTV receivers are available through DISH Network, DIRECTV, and Sky Angel. DISH Network and DIRECTV will give you a free dish and a free HDTV receiver when you subscribe to their satellite TV service (click on the links below for more information).
Where can I get HDTV programming?
HDTV programming is available through over-the-air networks or through DISH Network, DIRECTV, and Sky Angel.
DISH Network subscription prices start at $19.99 per month for 40 satellite TV channels. DIRECTV prices start at $29.99 per month for 155 channels. And Sky Angel prices start at $14.99 per month for 20 channels.
Visit http://www.TheSatelliteTVGuide.com/dish-network-hdtv.htm for more DISH Network HDTV information, ordering information, and their latest special offers. Click on the following link for more DIRECTV HDTV information.
The author, Brian Stevens, is the senior editor for TheSatelliteTVGuide.com and has written extensively on HDTV.
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