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HDTV Home > HDTV Receivers HDTV receivers: Decoding the digital signalHDTV receivers are an essential part of high definition television viewing. It is not enough to just have an HDTV monitor or set. You will need to invest in the correct receiver if you want to access HDTV signals. Some HDTV monitors have receivers built in for analog (old) TV signals and others built in receivers for digital channels. In order to receive HDTV signals you will need a digital receiver. This is also sometimes called a set-top- box. Some digital televisions are fitted with a built in receiver. Others do not and you need to purchase separate HDTV receivers. Alternatively you need to get an HDTV signal from a cable company or satellite provider. When a TV does not have a built in receiver it is referred to as an HDTV monitor or it is stated that the TV is "HDTV ready." If you're not sure what HDTV receivers are suitable for the channels you want to view ask your retailer for assistance. Before you invest in a receiver you need to know which format you are going to use to access your HDTV signal. You can opt for free over-the-air signals from local broadcasters or from a cable company or satellite provider. Along with your HDTV receivers you will probably need an outside antenna for over-the-air digital TV. You can use a UHF antenna which is relatively inexpensive. At present if you subscribe to a pay TV service your HDTV ready set plus the right receiver will enable you to watch HDTV broadcasts. Certain HDTV models are digital cable ready (DCR). This means they can tune digital cable channels, including HDTV - That is if the cable provider has HDTV channels. In this case HDTV receivers are not necessary. To use a DCR television you need to get an access card from your cable provider. This is called a CableCard. If you want to order pay-per-view programs you need to do so via telephone. In future Hollywood studios might choose to copy protect analog HDTV connections. At present the best bet is to buy an HDTV with a DVI/HDCP or HDMI connection. These HDTV receivers are the most adaptable for future TV signal scenarios. Also be sure to check out our pages about HDTV Reviews, HDTV Ratings, Plasma HDTV, and HDTV Tuner elsewhere on this site. HDTV Receivers
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