Help! Newbie: do I need a set top box to use HDTV in my DVD-xbox?

[manotas83]

Hi I have a doubt
If I have a HDTV ready TV that supports 1080i and 480p but still needs a decoder (set top box)
Do I need this set top box in order to enjoy HDTV in my xobx or DVD?
Is it (the set top box) just for cable/satellite tv?---> to convert tehir signals
Or do I need the box for everything?


Thanks guys!

[57U]

The set top box (STB) is a tuner for picking up over the air (OTA) signals, or converting cable or satellite signals. You don't need it for X-Box or DVD. They can be input directly to the HDTV or to a receiver, then to the HDTV.

The cable connections (S-Video, Component Video, composite video, etc) will be dependent on the type of signal transmitted and the various inputs and outputs available on your equipment.

[manotas83]

thanks!!!!!!!!!!!;) ;) ;) ;)

[kevinw]

DVD's aren't HD.