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Cable vs. Satellite for HD Content

The big question everybody asks is: "What channels can I receive in digital or high definition format in my local area?" The answer is not quite as simple...
There are three ways of getting HDTV content, and all three ways will get you different channels and different HDTV resolutions. These options are listed below:

HDTV Reception Methods:



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HDTV over Satellite

A satellite company such as DirecTV or Dish Network will allow you to get high definition programming from them. If you go this route, you will have to pay a little extra to receive local channels if you wish to watch your local network broadcasts. Even if your local networks are broadcasting in High Definition, you will only get standard definition signals as DTV and HDTV take up too much bandwidth. Your HDTV channels will most likely include an east or west cost feed of CBS, HBO, Showtime, Pay Per View, HD Net and so forth. Look at the corresponding pages on this site to see which high definition channels each satellite company provides. If you decide to get HDTV programming from a satellite company you will have to:

Get a subscription from the specific satellite company that includes HDTV programming.
Buy a satellite dish that is capable of receiving HDTV signals from the satellite company you wish to receive high definition broadcasts from.
Buy a Set-Top-Box that is capable of decoding High Definition channels and is compatible with the specific satellite provider you choose.
Buy a High Definition TV to view the signals.

 

HDTV through Local Cable Companies

Cable companies are just starting to provide HDTV broadcasts, but many of them still don't offer the service. Two companies currently providing HDTV signals are Comcast and TWC. AT&T is in the process of rolling out HDTV as well. When exactly it is you will get HDTV from a local cable company, we don't know. If you decide to do this you will have to:

Get a subscription from the cable provider who supports HDTV and drops a coaxial cable into your house.
Buy or rent a Set-Top-Box that is capable of decoding High Definition channels and is compatible with the specific cable company you choose.
Buy a High Definition Television to view the signals.
Many people are confusing Digital Cable with HDTV and DTV. These are two completely different things. If you get Digital Cable, this usually does not mean you are already set up to receive HDTV signals. (Though it is possible...)


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