HDTV For Dummies (For Dummies Series) - Softcover

Briere, Danny; Hurley, Pat

Softcover

ISBN 10: 047009673X ISBN 13: 9780470096734

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons, 2007

Synopsis

If you love movies, TV, and video games, then you’ve probably thought seriously about investing in a high–definition television set, otherwise known as HDTV. But before you run to your nearest electronic goods store, you should know what you’re investing your hard–earned money in, which TV set is good for you, and other things that will optimize your viewing pleasure.

HDTV for Dummies shows you everything you need to know about buying the right equipment, setting it up, and enjoying all the things you love about TV. It’ll save you tons of confusion over this exciting new technology and tell you everything you need to know about terms, concepts, and the difference between HD and digital. This handy guide gives you the tools you need to:

• Get connected with video and audio cables
• Hook up your DVD player, VCR, PC, camcorder, and other fun stuff
• Mount your HDTV
• Receive HDTV programming
• Understand the difference between HD DVD and Blu–ray disc players
• Record with DVRs and VCRs
• Install game consoles like PS3, Xbox 360, and Nintendo Wii
• Enhance your HDTV with audio upgrades

The guide also shows you how to shop smart and lists the best places to buy your HDTV and popular accessories to pump up your system. With up–to–date knowledge on the latest technology in the market today, HDTV for Dummies gives you a clear picture of what HDTV can do for your viewing experience!

About this title

About the Author

Danny Briere founded TeleChoice, Inc., a telecommunications consulting company, in 1985 and now serves as CEO of the company. Widely known throughout the telecommunications and networking industry, Danny has written more than 1,000 articles about telecommunications topics and has authored or edited ten books, including Smart Homes For Dummies (now in its second edition), Wireless Home Networking For Dummies (now in its second edition) , Wireless Hacks and Mods For Dummies, Windows XP Media Center Edition 2004 PC For Dummies, and Home Theater For Dummies (now in its second edition). He is frequently quoted by leading publications on telecommunications and technology topics and can often be seen on major TV networks, providing analysis on the latest communications news and breakthroughs. Danny splits his time between Mansfield Center, Connecticut, and his island home on Great Diamond Island, ME, with his wife and four children.

Pat Hurley is Director of Research with TeleChoice, Inc., specializing in emerging telecommunications and digital home technologies, particularly all the latest consumer electronics, access gear, and home technologies, including wireless LANs, DSL, cable modems, satellite services, and homenetworking services. Pat frequently consults with the leading telecommunications carriers, equipment vendors, consumer goods manufacturers, and other players in the telecommunications and consumer electronics industries. Pat is the co–author of Smart Homes For Dummies, Wireless Home Networking For Dummies, Wireless Hacks and Mods for Dummies, Windows XP Media Center Edition 2004 PC For Dummies, and Home Theater For Dummies. He lives in San Diego, California, with his wife, a fiery red–headed toddler named Annabel, and two smelly dogs.

From the Back Cover

Be prepared when you head to the electronics store!

Here's what you need to know to buy, set up, and make the most of HDTV

Plasma or LCD? 720p or 1080p? Blu-ray or HD DVD? Confused? What you need is this handy guide it answers those questions and a whole lot more. It helps you choose the right HDTV for your needs, find sources of HDTV broadcasts, install and configure your system, and hook up cool HDTV sources like disc players, PCs, and game consoles.

Discover how to

• Translate the jargon, standards, and acronyms
• Incorporate HDTV into your home theater
• Be sure you're getting true HD channels
• Add a game console
• Prepare for the transition to digital TV

Edition details

• Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
• Publication date: 2007
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 047009673X
• ISBN 13: 9780470096734
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 2
• Number of pages: 360