2006-11-28 04:41:11 · 4 answers · asked by DQ 1 in Consumer Electronics ➔ TVs
Specifically, it means absolutely nothing, since an HDTV ready antenna just means that it can pick up UHF frequencies. Pretty much any TV antenna can pick up UHF frequencies. Marketing BS
2006-11-28 10:46:21 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
There are two definitions: 1) It is a TV that can display at HD resolutions 720p, 1080i or 1080p. Not be confused with TVs that display at 480p, but can receive HD signals. 2) HDTV also describes a type of signal. There is SDTV, which is 480i. EDTV is 480p. Then, HDTV that is 720p. 1080i or 1080p resolution. Make sure you understand these definitions before you go shopping for an HDTV because most sales people are uneducated and will sell you the wrong thing to you.
2016-05-22 22:30:38 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
HDTV Ready on an antenna is NOTHING more than HYPE! It's like when mp3 players first started showing up, companies were playing up on peoples fears by relabeling headphones as "digital ready". The difference? About $10.
I have a very nice HDTV and get adequate reception with nothing more than a pair of $9 RCA rabbit ears!
2006-11-28 06:02:55 · answer #3 · answered by shake_um 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
There are two types of TV antennaes out there:
1. Standard - picks up local TV stations.
2. High Definition - picks up local high definition stations.
Unless you have an HDTV, you want to purchase a standard antenna. Typically, HD antennaes cost more than standard.
Instead of buying an antenna, have you thought of go with satellite dish or cable? You will get better signals, more stations, better image/sound and less need to tinker with the antenna depending on what station you are on.
2006-11-28 05:04:34 · answer #4 · answered by techman2000 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋