TV199 Wants You to Be Ready for the Coming Digital Transition!

On June 12, 2009, if you have what we call an Analog TV set, and you turn it on, you will see nothing on your screen. Why? Because Congress passed a law saying that as of that date, all full-power broadcasters - your local networks, satellite companies - all must transmit their programs in a new Digital Format.

What does that mean? It means you must have a digital converter box, or a Digital TV to watch your television programs. The following will help you determine what kind of set you have, and what you must do to be prepared for 2009.

All TV sets sold prior to Fall 1998 are Analog
All TV sets sold after May 25, 2007 should be digital

Converter Box Average Cost = Around $60.00
Cost After Government Coupons = Around $20.00

To help defray the cost of the boxes, should you need one, the Federal Government is offering discount coupons (on a first-come-first-serve basis). Use them at certified retailers. Supply is limited, so apply for yours as soon as possible.

Government-Certified Electronics Retailers Include:
BEST BUY – CIRCUIT CITY – RADIO SHACK – SEARS TARGET – WAL-MART – and more (including online retailers)

Phone: 1-888-DTV-2009
Internet: www.dtv.gov

Mail:
Converter Box Coupon Program
P.O. Box 2000
Portland, Oregon, 97208