HDTV Ready means the TV can accept HDTV signals but can't process them itself. This is good actually. Most likely you will have a HDTV decoder/tuner from your cable company - and you don’t need a full "HDTV". For it to be HDTV it has to accept ATSC signals and be able to process them. I love my high def more than anyone - and it does not matter to me if my TV is "HDTV Ready" or "HDTV".
To get HDTV you need a HDTV decoder box from your satellite company. They will probably charge you $10 to $30 more per month - but it's worth it!
By the way - I have quite a lot of experience with HDTVs. I actually proudly own a Samsung DLP. That is my favorite TV, so you went with a good brand.





