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What Do I Need To Get High Definition Television (HDTV)?

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Question: What Do I Need To Get High Definition Television (HDTV)?
Answer: In order to watch high definition (HD) programming you will need a television capable of displaying HD images and a source of programming.

HDTVs

  • HD-ready - These televisions don't have a built-in digital tuner, but they are capable of displaying HD images when connected to an external digital (ATSC) tuner.
  • Integrated HDTV - These televisions have a built-in digital (ATSC) tuner. They are capable of receiving and decoding HD signals from an over-the-air (OTA) broadcast station when connected to an antenna.

Source of Programming

  • Antenna
  • Cable or satellite provider
  • High definition or Blu-ray DVD player

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