I'm new to all this and you all seem so much more advanced than I am, so here are my questions. I just purchased an HDTV and don't know whether I really need HDMI cables or not (is this only for games?). I also would like to know if I really need RGB cables or will the old red & white audio and yellow video cables suffice? What is the advantage of RGB? Better picture? I am connecting to a satellite box and also have a DVD/VHS connected. Does anyone know how to connect the "S" video cables to these three units? I'm lost!

HDMI is not only for games - you'll likely see it in most newer equipment that you would attach to a TV. It is a digital connection, and for the casual user, the main advantage is that one cable carries both the video and the sound.

You can keep using the yellow/red/white cables - they will still work, but you may not be taking full advantage of your new set. I'm guessing by RGB, you are referring to a component video connection (where the video is split into three connections coloured red, green, and blue). The component connection will likely give you a better picture.

Start by attaching your 3 units in the same way that they were connected before. You won't be lost anymore. Tell us how you have it connected, and we can then make some improvements if necessary. Good luck to you.

At minimum, you should use component (the 3 RCA cables) for your video signal. HDMI is nice in that it's all digital, and it transports both the audio & video in one cable. The S-video (round looking connector) and the composite connector (a single RCA cable) are the lowest quality and will send support HD signals.

Also, remember you'll need up upgrade your satellite box and DVD player to one that have high definition capabilities if you really want to make your new HDTV shine. The TV can only look as good as the signal you put in.