The ultimate viewing experience is achieved when all these aspects of HDTV come together; a show or movie that is produced using high definition technology, is transmitted via an HDTV television signal (from an HDTV channel), and enjoyed on an HDTV television (preferably as part of a total home theater package. The Philips Store offers a wide range of DVD players, audio, and televisions to help you put together the perfect high definition experience.

HDTV televisions
Televisions that take advantage of high definition broadcast signals can be divided into HD-ready sets and HD-capable sets. An HD-capable TV provides you with a screen that is able to display an HDTV signal, but it requires an additional external HDTV receiver/decoder to fully interpret the high definition broadcasts. Conversely, the HD-ready sets have an HDTV receiver/decoder built right into the television itself. If you purchase an HD-capable set, you should plan on spending from $300 to $600 on an HDTV receiver. Phlips has an extensive line of HDTVs. View their selection online now.

How high definition is different
Most people are watching TV with an analog set. And most TV broadcasts are still coming to your TV as an analog signal. Understanding analog is a good way to begin to grasp what's makes HDTV so much better. So what makes HDTV so much better? Comparing the two technologies can give you a glimpse.

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