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Old 08-23-2002, 07:50 PM   #1
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Question Help! Newbie: do I need a set top box to use HDTV in my DVD-xbox?

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?


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Old 08-23-2002, 09:24 PM   #2
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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.
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Old 08-23-2002, 09:40 PM   #3
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Old 08-24-2002, 09:37 AM   #4
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DVD's aren't HD.
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