The Consumer Electronics Association reports that 44 percent of high-definition television set owners are receiving HD programming now, and that confusion exists among these HD adopters as to whether the programming received is high definition.

“USA Today” reported last week findings on an IDC survey that shows confusion is preventing many HDTV owners from fully enjoying their new sets.

The Consumer Electronics Association said its latest survey shows that consumers are chomping at the bit to buy HD sets and programming, yet are pretty much in the dark regarding the peripherals necessary to receive HD programming. According to the CEA, a random sample of consumers in more than 1,000 households indica

A new survey has found that half of HDTV owners identify sports viewing as a major reason for purchasing a high definition television

A new survey has found that half of HDTV owners identify sports viewing as a major reason for purchasing an HDTV

The transition to HDTV is well under way, and many households are now watching their favourite programs in HD. However, there still remain a substantial number of homes that do not yet enjoy HDTV, or other rooms in the homes of HDTV owners that can be upgraded—leaving a substantial market opportunity.

Several Fox primetime programs will broadcast in HD starting in 2004.

The HRRC said the FCC's allowance of a “downres trigger” on non-broadcast programming would disenfranchise all owners of older HD receivers with analog interfaces.