New theatre setup, how many HDMI inputs do I need?

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I'm wanting to connect a PS3 (hdmi), Wii (composite av), tv converter box (coaxial) and a 5.1 home theater audio setup to this tv I'm planning on getting.

http://www.bestbuy.com/site/sharp-50-class-49-1-2-diag--led-1080p-120hz-hdtv/8976104.p?id=1218960138258&skuId=8976104&ref=06&loc=01&ci_src=14110944&ci_sku=8976104&extensionType=

Trouble is I don't know exactly how this works. So would I plug all my devices into the av receiver for my surround system and then into my tv? If so, what input jacks will I actually need in my tv? I've never done a setup like this before.

(Note that I don't know what surround system I'm getting yet, I'm gonna have a friend help me with that later. I hope that won't make a big difference.)
 
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In general all your sources are connected to the AV receiver and that feeds your TV. This is done with HDMI all around. Your TV converter box should be connected with HDMI to get an HD picture (with RF connection you won't). The Wii will connect with composite av so make sure that the receiver you get will upconvert to HDMI (most do). If you do this then your TV need 1 HDMI input. It will certainly have more. Many AV receivers will also send the HDMI from the cable box to the TV when turned off. This allows you to use the TV without the surround sound system (good for late night or kids).
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In general all your sources are connected to the AV receiver and that feeds your TV. This is done with HDMI all around. Your TV converter box should be connected with HDMI to get an HD picture (with RF connection you won't). The Wii will connect with composite av so make sure that the receiver you get will upconvert to HDMI (most do). If you do this then your TV need 1 HDMI input. It will certainly have more. Many AV receivers will also send the HDMI from the cable box to the TV when turned off. This allows you to use the TV without the surround sound system (good for late night or kids).
 
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