The Plus Side Of Digital Television
Steven Lancey
The difference between regular TV and DTV is like night and day thanks to the high number of pixels utilized in digital television.
The wave of future broadcasting is here: Digital television (DTV) brings viewers the best picture and sharpest audio available, with better resolution and more possibilities than standard analog television. If you're still watching analog television, it's time for change. Take a look at digital television, and you'll never go back to standard TV. For TV fans who still need convincing that digital television is the best TV out there, here are a few reasons to give DTV a try.
The difference between regular TV and DTV is like night and day thanks to the high number of pixels utilized in digital television. The higher the number of pixels, the better the picture. Digital TVs reliance upon binary code - the very code that brings clarity and smoothness to computer monitors and Cd's - also makes for a superior picture and sound. Besides, digital television features a higher aspect ratio than analog TV. To tell the truth, DTV is twice the aspect ratio of analog TV, this results in a wider screen and a much more vivid TV picture.
Digital is opening up a whole new spectrum for television broadcasters. With DTV, broadcasters can now transmit programs on different signals, including high definition signals. High definition television (HDTV) signals are incredibly superior to analog signals, with five times the resolution. HDTV signals deliver a wide screen picture with superior detail and clarity, as well as the best audio experience available.
For TV viewers who are serious about home theater, digital television is an absolute must. Recreating that awesome movie theater experience at home is easy with DTV. Digital broadcast accommodates Dolby Digital surround sound, along with high definition programming. Why would you watch anything else with that cool new wide-screen set?
On February 17, 2009 (less than six months away) all of our Nations broadcast television stations will be transmitting the DTV signal only. This will leave us with one of two options. Either dig deep into your pocket and purchase a new TV, or install a "Digital Converter Box*" and keep your current set going.
Viewers who are thinking about investing in a new set and making the switch to DTV should think about the following options:
The integrated high definition digital set: Giving viewers the ability to pick up both analog and digital broadcasts, this set can also receive high definition signals. High definition integrated sets are available in two different models. One kind comes with an HDTV receiver. The other kind has HDTV capabilities, but doesn't have a built-in HDTV receiver. The receiver must be purchased separately and attached to the TV.
Many people aren't ready to upgrade to full high definition TV or don't have the money for it. For these people they will have to install a "Digital Converter Box*" in order to continue to watch their local channels after February 17, 2009.
Let's not forget that digital cable or digital satellite television and digital television are not the same things. Digital cable and digital satellite TV involve the conversion of a digital signal to an analog signal, whereas DTV is digital all the way. The price of Digital TV sets are dropping everyday as they become popular. It's easy to understand why!
* To purchase a digital converter box visit: http://www.hdtvultimate.com
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