Television as we know it
is about to change.

By law, full-power television stations nationwide must switch from the old method of transmitting TV signals known as analog to digital television (DTV) on February 17, 2009. DTV is an innovative new type of broadcasting technology that delivers movie-quality pictures and sound, more channels, and even high definition television (HDTV) to consumers with HD television sets.

While the benefits of DTV are remarkable, millions of households risk losing television reception unless they take the easy steps to receive a digital signal.

Antenna on Analog TV
Consumers who receive free broadcast television signals through antennas on television sets that are equipped with analog tuners - and who do not subscribe to cable, satellite or a telephone company service provider - will be affected by the transition.* You can upgrade to DTV by following one of three steps by February 17, 2009:
Purchase a DTV converter box.
Purchase a digital TV set
Subscribe to a cable, satellite or a telephone company service provider
* Low-power TV stations may remain in analog after Feb. 17, 2009. Watching analog programming may require specific equipment.

Antenna on Digital TV
All TVs with a digital tuner are able to receive digital signals broadcast by television stations, so you can continue to receive your free programming with no monthly fees.

To check whether your TV set can receive over-the-air digital broadcast signals, take a look at your owner's manual or look on the set for an indication that it has a built-in Advanced Television Systems Committee (ATSC) tuner. You can also go to the manufacturer's Web site and check the capabilities of the set by manufacturer model number.

Cable Television
Any TV set in your home that is connected to a cable, satellite or a telephone company television service should not be affected by the transition. But if you have any TV sets–perhaps in a bedroom or kitchen–that are not connected to a paid TV service, you will need to upgrade those sets to continue receiving a television signal on those sets after the transition to digital television

Satellite Service
Any TV set in your home that is connected to a satellite, cable or telephone company television service should not be affected by the transition. But if you have any TV sets–perhaps in a bedroom or kitchen–that are not connected to a paid TV service, you will need to upgrade those sets to continue receiving a television signal on those sets after the transition to digital television.

In some areas, satellite companies do not provide local television channels, or the companies may charge extra to receive local stations. If you currently pick up local stations using an antenna, your TV set may need to be upgraded with a converter box if it does not have a built-in digital tuner.


How do I switch?
You can prepare for the transition to digital television by following one of three simple steps:



1- Purchase a DTV converter box that will convert
the digital signal into analog for an existing television set.

The DTV converter box, sometimes referred to as a set-top box, is an electronic device that makes the new digital signal viewable on an older “analog” television set. DTV converter boxes will be available for purchase in February of 2008, and are expected to cost between $40 and $70. To help consumers cover the cost of the converter box, the federal government will be offering up to two converter box coupons valued at $40 each to households. Each coupon may be used toward the purchase of a single DTV converter box and the coupon program will be administered by the U.S. Department of Commerce through the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) www.dtv2009.gov.
You will still need an over-the-air antenna in addition to the converter box to receive a digital signal on your analog television set. Your current antenna should work the same as before. For more information visit www.antennaweb.org.




2- Purchase a new television set with a built-in digital tuner

Another option you may choose is to upgrade to a new television set with a built-in digital tuner. As with older sets, you will need an over-the-air antenna that provides quality reception of over-the-air analog television signals to pick up free digital broadcast programming from local stations. Before deciding to purchase a new digital TV, you should make sure your current TV doesn’t already have a built-in digital tuner. Most sets sold in the last few years that are larger than 27 inches will likely have a digital tuner.

To check whether your TV set can receive over-the-air digital broadcast signals, take a look at your owner's manual or look on the set for an indication that it has a built-in Advanced Television Systems Committee (ATSC) tuner. You can also go to the manufacturer's Web site and check the capabilities of the set by manufacturer model number.

3- Can I recycle my TV?

Yes. For more information about how to recycle your television and other electronics, visit mygreenelectronics.com.

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thats why i only buy monitors instead of tvs. if you buy a tv without a tuner its a lot less expensive and anyway who watches tv with an antenna anyway. 99% of people will use a box of some sort to watch tv anymore. my plasmas are all monitors and i watch a great pic everyday. just thought i would share. example my 50 in plasma only cost me 1500.00 as opposed to 4500.00 with a tuner in it. good luck everyone

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