2006-12-07 19:01:41 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Consumer Electronics ➔ Other - Electronics
It means your TV is ready to receive high definition signal.
Until BBC decides to start broadcasting (sometime in the next 5-10 years) in high definition you will need to be signed up to a service provider that does broadcast in HD.
Currently Sky offer a HD service but it's more expensive than their regular service AND you have to pay £300 for the box. Plus, not all of their programs are broadcast in HD once you do sign up to the plan and get the box, only certain movies and sporting events.
SO, what they are doing is preparing us for the HD revolution. It's not here yet, but it will be within 5-10 years.
I wouldn't worry about it just yet!
Cheers!
2006-12-07 19:12:58 · answer #1 · answered by tfto_geekboy 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
High definition means receiving more lines on the TV.At present 625 lines are received,HD =1150- 1350 lines. The annoying thing is that Japan have been using a proven system for years so why do we have to flaff around so much in Europe.
The more lines you can receive the greater the detail in the picture.
2006-12-07 23:01:38 · answer #2 · answered by ------------------ 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
HD ready means you need an HD converter. Some HD sets can produce an HD image but can't process an HD signal-those require additional hardware.
2006-12-07 19:09:53 · answer #3 · answered by sdwillie 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
maximum lcd's and plasmas are extreme definition, so the question is more advantageous between lcd and plasma. It relies upon on a number of factors. Do you stay at a extreme elevation? Many plasmas gained't artwork at extreme elevations. Does your room get a lot of solar? Plasmas have a shinier show, which may reason a lot of glare with a lot of residing house windows. lcd's do not provide off as a lot glare, so as that they do more advantageous suited with gentle. My own decision is lcd.
2016-11-30 07:37:07 · answer #4 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Apparently so - and they aren't cheap at the moment. Some box to process the HD signal.
2006-12-07 19:08:54 · answer #5 · answered by Narky 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes. If I were you, I would return your tv and look for one that has an integrated ATSC / NTSC tuner. The NTSC is for regular analog stations and the ATSC can be used with an antenna (pretty cheap at around $15.00) to receive OTA HDTV signals for free
2006-12-07 19:28:23 · answer #6 · answered by suneomon 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋