Understanding High Definition Televisions and Options
HDTVs range from 37 to over 65 inches with LCD panels on the mid to large end. All sets since March 2007 have built in tuners. external converters or satellite systems may be needed otherwise. DirecTV and Dish Network provide MPEG-4 HD service with compatible receivers and dishes. Major networks offer most prime time shows in HD though some channels remain standard definition. 1080 and 720 refer to vertical resolution with interlaced versus progressive scanning.
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Digital TV transition and Blu-ray overview
The article explains the switch to digital broadcasts by February 17 and how viewers can receive digital TV with cable or satellite, over the air with a digital tuner, or with a converter box for analog TVs. It also describes Blu-ray as a next generation disk format using a blue violet laser, offering HD video and 50 GB storage, supported by major studios and electronics companies.
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Holiday HDTVs begin once-aisle hot items for shoppers
Clockwise from left, an LCD HDTV, a plasma HDTV and a Blu-ray DVD player are poised as top holiday buys. Retails Wal-Mart Best Buy Target list 30 to 59 inch flat panel prices spanning roughly 500 to 5500 dollars depending on size and model.
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