Do I Need an 811 HD Receiver?

[deborahtomasi]

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I just purchased a Panasonic PT53WX54 HDTV Projection Monitor, and was told when I bought it that I could hook up to any outside antenna to get HD local channels (without going through DishNetwork). I have the antenna and the cable. Do I need an 811 HD Receiver too?

 

[zubinh]

You would only need an 811 if your TV does NOT have a built in HD tuner.

Most TV's (except for the real high priced ones) do not have a built in HD tuner but I suggest you check first before buying an 811.

 

[Bobby]

It looks like your model has a built-in ATSC tuner. No need for the 811, simply hook your antenna up to the TV and scan for channels.

 

[ShadowEKU]

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I just purchased a Panasonic PT53WX54 HDTV Projection Monitor, and was told when I bought it that I could hook up to any outside antenna to get HD local channels (without going through DishNetwork). I have the antenna and the cable. Do I need an 811 HD Receiver too?

I just looked up this TV it has a built in HD tuner... you should be able to hook up your OTA antenna and scan

Edit: Beaten to the punch

 

[styxfix]

Of course, if you want the HD channels of ESPN, HD-NET, HD-NET MOVIES, HD DISCOVERY, TNT, HBO, SHOWTIME and perhaps CBS West or East (if you qualify) you'll need an 811 receiver.

 

[deborahtomasi]

Thank you so much for your help! That answers my question.
Deborah T.