Whether it's because of newspaper ads, TV shows saying they’re being broadcast in HDTV, or the buzz from co-workers, relatives, and friends, you’ve probably been thinking about testing the HDTV waters. And now is a great time to buy a high-definition set. Not only is HDTV a tremendous leap beyond traditional TV, but hooking one up to a good DVD player will give you a phenomenal-looking image. The best news, though, is that you can now find a wide variety of affordable sets.
But before you break out the plastic, it pays to do a little homework to make sure you’ll be happy with your new TV. The last thing you want is to end up with the wrong set in your living room.
Is It Really HDTV?
What the Specs Mean
Picture Quality
Standard- v. High-Def
Adjusting Image Size
The Fine Points
Getting HDTV Shows
• By Antenna
• By Cable
• By Satellite
HDTV Display Technologies
• From plasma to CRT, here's what you can count on
Resolution Basics
The Color of Gray
The Lingo
The Sound of HDTV
Plugging In
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