How Do I Switch to Digital? The Switch to Digital TV is Easy, But You Need To Act!
Switching to digital television is easy to do. KCET, and many other local TV stations, are already broadcasting in digital. So once you make the switch, you can start watching DTV right away – and take full advantage of better picture and sound quality, along with more channel choices.
| IF YOUR TV IS: |
…AND YOU GET YOUR PROGRAMMING WITH: |
YOU WILL NEED BY
JUNE 12, 2009: |
| Analog |
An antenna or rabbit ears |
A digital converter box. |
| Analog |
Cable or satellite |
Nothing; your cable or satellite provider will address any issues. |
| Digital |
An antenna or rabbit ears |
Nothing |
| Digital |
Cable or satellite |
Nothing; your cable or satellite provider will address any issues. |
The government has created a coupon program to help households who wish to keep their analog TV sets after June 12, 2009. The program which allows U.S. households to obtain two coupons, worth $40 each, can be applied to the cost of eligible converter boxes. (https://dtv2009.gov/ApplyCoupon.aspx)
Due to overwhelming demand, the government program offering $40 coupons to help offset the cost of DTV converter boxes has temporarily run out of money,much sooner than anticipated.
However, when you submit your request for a coupon, your name will automatically go on a waiting list. When more expired coupons go unused each week, more coupons will be issued to those on the waiting list on a priority basis.
Again, we apologize for the temporary inconvenience. Thank you.
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