http://disqus.com/people/ffbe8f6acc5b8be41b770d95f1909f66/enThu, 26 Jul 2007 12:16:44 -0000http://jrblog.disqus.com/pick_up_hdtv_signals_over_the_air_with_a_tuner/#comment-2940164HDTV signals are currently being broadcast along with the current analog signals. In 2009 the analog signals will no longer be broadcast, so if you want to watch free TV then, you will need to have an HDTV decoder.<br><br>Alot of the new TV's already have HDTV tuners (also called ATSC tuners) built in, so you don't need to get this Samsung tuner (or any other brand) if you plan to buy a new TV. You will only need it if you want to use your old TV to watch HDTV programs. If you do alot of recording of TV shows, there are some DVD recorders that have HDTV decoders built-in so you can use them to replace your VCR.<br><br>The location of the TV/tuner is irrelevant. What matters is the location of your HDTV antenna. If you have a antenna of the roof of your house, chances are you will have get excellent reception. If you don't have a roof antenna, most likely the reception will be weaker than a roof antenna and you will need to move the antenna around to see where you get the best reception.JohnThu, 26 Jul 2007 12:16:44 -0000