for answer the last question first......I have one of those "lower native res" plasma screens and have not had a problem with it. But I am not bothering with HD until it becomes more widespread, which given the current progress will not happen in my lifetime.

As for the other questions, I would answer with more questions.
What is your source that only has coax?
Is it a receiver or cable/sat box?
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