TV is changing. By 2012 all our broadcasts will be digital - meaning crisper pictures, better reception and a greater choice of channels. DVD and digital TV recorders are ready to make the most of these changes too. There are several options for embracing this digital switchover - this guide takes you through them.
Whether you want the slimness of an LCD or the sharpness of a
plasma,
it's easy to see the differences with the Argos
Guide to flatscreen TV.
For brilliant image quality, look at a High
Definition TV. The different types
(720, 1080i and 1080p) carry different
benefits – it’s easy to see which is right
for
you with the Argos
Guide to High Definition TV and Picture Enhancement.
How will the switch to digital improve your viewing
experience?
Click here for the facts about the digital switchover.
To make sure you don't miss a thing, choose a digital
TV recorder – record
your shows on an integrated hard disk at the
touch of a button, so no fumbling
with tapes or discs. If you like to keep your recordings long-term, look at DVD recorders and DVD recorders with built-in hard drive.
Click here for the Argos Guide to digital TV recording.
Click here for the Argos Guide to DVD playing and recording.
Confused about the terms? From digital switchover to High
Definition TV,
the Jargon Buster has the answers.
What are you looking for?
| IF YOU WANT... | TAKE A LOOK AT... |
|---|---|
| To make sure your current TV can receive
digital broadcasts |
A set top box, digital TV recorder or DVD recorder. These devices can receive the digital signal and display it even on older televisions! |
| A new TV that's ready for digital broadcasts |  Equipment featuring
the digital tick logo. All these TVs are designed to continue working after the digital switchover |
| A new TV that's as slim and light as possible | A flatscreen TV. These screens are the slimmest available – models
from 15-50 inch can be mounted on your wall |
| A new TV with the sharpest possible images |
A High Definition TV. With many more 'lines' making up the image, High Definition TV is much more detailed than standard TV. |
| To record your favourite shows while you are out | A digital TV recorder, storing shows you choose from
the Electronic Programme Guide (EPG) on an internal hard disk for easy playback. |
| To build a library of your favourite shows |
A DVD or combi recorder, storing shows permanently on recordable DVD discs |
| To see live sport as it happens |
A box compatible with Setanta Sports or Sky, which brings you Premier League games, Scottish league matches and a huge range of other sports coverage |