HDTV For Dummies by Danny Briere (PDF)

Description

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!

User’s Reviews

Editorial Reviews: 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 HDTVPlasma 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 toTranslate the jargon, standards, and acronymsIncorporate HDTV into your home theaterBe sure you’re getting true HD channelsAdd a game consolePrepare for the transition to digital TV 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.

Reviews from Amazon users which were colected at the time this book was published on the website:

⭐Before I read this book, I was intimidated by the TV salespeople! By the time I finished the first three chapters, I was able to decipher most of the jargon, and realized that they really did not know a whole lot more than I did. I taught myself many things by reading (cooking, household repairs, wiring, even computers), but I really had my doubts about the HDTV thing. Well, it turns out that things are changing as fast in the TV world as they are in the computer world, and parts of this book are outdated, but that’s OK because the author anticipates many of the changing standards and explains many of the improvements that have arrived since the book was written. This is a real buy, because there really isn’t anything as comprehensive for the beginner out there now, and the book’s price is very reasonable. A tip: buy a “new” copy that hasn’t been written in, because you will want to make your own notes in the margins! Read and Learn!

⭐I found this book to be very helpful in hooking up my new HDTV, VCR, Cable box and Tivo. By doing it myself, it saved me quite a bit of money. In addition to hooking everything up, I feel much more informed and understanding of how the whole system works. I actually enjoyed the learning experience and would recommend this book to anyone who simply wants to know how the whole thing works, or who wants to save money by doing it yourself. I do kind of think that someone who has no interest in computers, or anything technical might find the book not to their liking.

⭐The book is primarily designed for consumers interested in finding out more about the hasics of HDTV for a home environment. It was not intended to be a technical discussion on HDTV. It was published before the US switched to the new DTV format from analog broadcasting. With the new broadcast standards, TV sets on sale are basically DTV, but some aspects of the book are still useful, particularly for such considerations as choice of set types, mounting, etc.

⭐Good book, but a little out of date.

⭐Comprehensive and covers many aspects of this generation of TVs.

⭐Just okay.

⭐It is very out-of-date.

⭐Good Product and Fast Shipping.

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