The HDTV Guide
THE HISTORY OF TV has several distinct milestones: the first flickering
pictures in 1926, the first color shows for the U.S. public in 1950, the first
practical remote control in 1956, to name just a few. The latest significant
development is one of the most exciting—high-definition television (HDTV).
Millions of people have joined the HDTV crowd. According to the
Consumer Electronics Association, 39 percent of American households
have an HDTV, and sales of 25 million units are projected for 2008. HDTV is
taking over, just as color TVs replaced black and white in the 1960s.
If you are considering the purchase of an HDTV, this guide is meant
to explain the lingo, offer setup tips for the complete home theater and
help you make the right choice for your needs. You’ll be left with only one
question: Why didn’t you switch earlier? A
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