HDTV For Dummies Introduction Welcome to HDTV For Dummies. HDTV is the hottest technology to hit your local electronics store since the advent of cell phones. HDTVs are getting bigger, better, cheaper, more sophisticated, and more useful every day. Since you’ve bought this book, we figure that not only do you agree with us, you’re already part of the HDTV movement. To arms, Comrade! One of the most appealing things about the current crop of HDTVs is the ease with which you can set up an HDTV-powered home theater, including surround sound and an awesome picture. However, the rapidly dropping price of HDTVs might be the most attractive aspect of all — we’ve reached a point in time where you don’t have to be rich to consider an HDTV for the bedroom, too! Figuring out which HDTV to buy can be confusing, as there are all sorts of technologies, sizes, standards, etc. And then, once you’ve decided on what to buy, making sure it will work with all your other gear — your DVD, camcorder, VCR, set-top box, and so on — can be even more confusing. That’s where this book comes in handy. Our aim is to make sure you get the most bang for your buck (or franc, or peso, or whatever — even euros!). About This Book If you’re thinking of purchasing an HDTV and installing it in your home, this is the book for you. Even if you’ve already purchased the HDTV itself, this book will help you install and configure the HDTV. What’s more, this book helps you get the most out of your investment after it’s up and running. With this book in hand, you’ll have all the information that you need to know about the following topics:
Planning your HDTV system, including all sorts of accessories
Evaluating and selecting the right HDTV for your home
Installing and configuring the HDTV equipment in your home
Hooking up your HDTV to the right high-definition programming sources
Adding A/V entertainment gear and accessories to your HDTV

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