DTV 2009 - Converter Boxes - Coupons - FAQs

You’ve seen the ads on TV. In February of 2009 you television set will go black. You’ll no longer have access to analog television stations.

According to the TV Converter Box Coupon Program website, they say:

At midnight on February 17, 2009, all full-power television stations in the United States will stop broadcasting in analog and switch to 100% digital broadcasting. Digital broadcasting promises to provide a clearer picture and more programming options and will free up airwaves for use by emergency responders.

This issue can be confusing. The TV Converter Box Coupon Program website has the facts. Here are a few links to their site:

1) Frequently Asked Questions(FAQs)
2) Your Options.
3) Application for a coupon
4) Locate a converter box retailer near you.

For additional information, including eligible converter boxes and partners, including fact sheets in English and Spanish, click on the TV Converter Box Coupon Program website.

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September 16, 2008 | Filed Under Archives, At Home, At Work, Saving Money, Shopping

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4 Responses to “DTV 2009 - Converter Boxes - Coupons - FAQs”

Cath Lawson on September 16th, 2008 11:20 pm

Hi Barbara - I’d heard about his and I’d though folk would have to get new TV’s. It’s good news that they can convert them.
Linda Abbit on October 1st, 2008 7:03 pm

Hi Barbara,

Thank you for these resources. I’ve read a little about this and have in mind to do a post on how this impacts the senior population. If us “youngsters” (cough, cough) get confused on the converters, imagine if you’re 80 years of age and trying to keep your TV working when this switch occurs.

Glad Blogger Dad did his interview with you b/c it nudged me over here — finally!!!!

Thanks for ALL you do!

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Patricia - Spiritual Journey Of A Lightworker on October 1st, 2008 8:38 pm

Barbara, thanks for sharing this information. I printed out some of it to share with my mother-in-law who is not on cable or satelite so her TV won’t work after Feb. 2009. I have been meaning to do the research for her online. You saved me some steps in doing that. Thanks.

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Barbara Swafford on October 22nd, 2008 2:04 pm

Hi Catherine - I thought that at first too. My first thought was what will we do with all of those old TVs?

Hi Linda - You’re welcome. Technology. It’s great, but the changes can keep us confused if we’re not careful.

Hi Patricia - You’re welcome. I thought I should post this as we just got our cable converter boxes. It’s confusing, isn’t it?