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HDTV is a purely digital signal format today. There are in fact some analog standards for carrying HD component signals but they have fallen into disuse. Within the broadcast domain, HD is only digital and within the domestic market, HD sources are now using HDMI exclusively.
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How do you convert an analog TV to HDTV?
One can convert an analog TV to HDTV by using a set top box or digital analog tuner converter box. One does require a HD ready TV though to be able to watch the HD channels.
Are tivo's compatible with HD tv's?
Tivo's are compatible with HDTV with many combinations of hardware and performance. # Tivo's HDseries3 records and plays back HDTV signals for best HDTV experience. You need the HD signal from satellite, cable, or (antenna) channels. The series3 has the HDTV format NTSC tuner and is reverse compatible with the old analog ATSC tuner capabilities. # The FCC mandated that all DVDR'S manufactured after March 2007 be HDTV compatible. TIVO ended series2 production and responded with the series3. # Tivo series2 records and plays back the standard analog ATSC signal for non-HDTV viewing. Your HDTV must have an analog input capability or analog tuner to view the lower quality analog signal. You need the analog signal from your satellite, cable, or local broadcast (antenna) channels. Series2 devices only have the ATSC tuner. # Satellite and cable providers will promote the new HDTV format but will continue to provide the lower quality analog signals in their packages. You need want the HDTV package view HD quality programs. A series2 Tivo will only store and replay the lower quality analog signals. # Feb 2009 the analog signal channels will no longer be locally broadcast by antenna. The FCC is administering a program to provide each household a converter to modifying the HDTV signal to the lesser quality analog channels. You will need this converter to continue using the Tivo series2 with antenna supplied signals. The question then becomes, WILL TIVO SUPPORT THE SERIES 2 DEVICES WITH PROGRAM GUIDE INFORMATION?
What is the best way for me to hook my HDTV satellite to my TV?
Try hooking your HDTV to your satellite via HDMI cable. If that doesn't work, consider analog component cables.
Will a new HDTV still pick up the old analog channels?
Not unless it has both kinds of tuners.
Can you convert SD to HD?
You can't upgrade a old analog TV to HD, the set has to be made a HDTV from the start.
Why does a digital tuner for HDTV have a analog to digital converter?
The digital tuner also demodulates the normal analog broadcasting. The tuner outputs a analog composite video signal to Video Processing Chip. In that chip, there is a ADC to convert the analog to digital, then after procession, display the content on the screen
Do you need a converter box if you have a HDTV and DTV antenna?
Yes, it is alright to use a converter box on an HDTV. Go to Input and change the settings from HDTV to regular television viewing and it should work fine after the television scans for programs.
Where can you purchase a HDTV antenna?
Since the change-over from analog to digital, the use of an HDTV antenna became necessary for many television sets. Due to this, many stores now carry HDTV antennas in their electronics section. Some stores to try may include Target, Walmart, or Best Buy.
Why would you have picure on video channel but not on tv channelswhat would cause this?
All analog tv stations are off the air. Your tuner is analog unless the device is a very late model. You might need a HDTV converter.
Is a digital antennae what I need in to have in order to watch analog television?
Yes! This is certainly required. To obtain additional information, please visit the following: www.fcc.gov/cgb/consumerfacts/dtvantennas.html and www.amazon.com �ۼ ... �ۼ HDTV Accessories �ۼ HDTV Antennas.
HD broadcasting signals will not be sent over air?
HD will definitely be sent over the air. Many TV stations have already made the conversion and are running HDTV along with their old analog signal. By act of Congress (for the second time, by the way) all analog TV transmitters are supposed to be shut off as of February 17, 2009, leaving only the HDTV transmitters on the air.
Can irun analog cable through an HDTV lcd tv if idon't have HDTV?
You can but the picture won't be that great and if I were you I would just call your cable provider and upgrade to digital cable because most markets are going to a digital signal now analog is like cassette tape not cool anymore . I must warn you though once you see HD you'll never wanna go back to regular cable.
