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Those interested in coupons for digital TV converter boxes can apply now by calling (888) 388-2009 or by logging on to www.dtv2009.gov

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Coupons Available For Digital Switch in 2009

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Posted: 12:15 PM Jan 1, 2008
Last Updated: 1:22 PM Jan 3, 2008

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Beginning January 1st, consumers can apply for coupons to cover some of the costs of equipment upgrade for the digital switch set to take place February 17th 2009. This means those who use rabbit ears or do not have a digital T.V. set will have to make the necessary adjustments. Digital transmission offers better picture and sound and will allow for more channels. If you are a cable subscriber with an analog T.v. your cable provider is required to convert the digital signal for you. Those interested in the coupons can apply by calling (888) 388-2009 or by logging on to www.dtv2009.gov

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Posted by: Yasmin Ramirez Location: San Diego CA. on Apr 20, 2008 at 10:19 PM
i need the coupons to get the digital box for the t.v.

Posted by: Liz Location: IL. on Apr 14, 2008 at 07:40 AM
I have a television in my van that runs of airwaves. Will there be a converter box option for vehicle tv receivers?I can't seem to find any info on this part of the switch over. Anyone have an idea? Thanks much in advance.

Posted by: parmonica Location: detroit, mi on Apr 13, 2008 at 04:11 PM
Hello! I already signed up a couple of coupons earlier on-like back in late January or February. When are the coupons going to be sent off-when should we look for them. I like to start my switch now!! Please reply to my e-mail when you can. THANK YOU AND HOPE TO HEAR YOU REAL SOON!!! P. STEVENSON

Posted by: Ron Location: Machesney Park on Apr 13, 2008 at 04:09 PM
I just saw on the news that cable companies may make people rent the converter box, should've known someway to make more money, it said comcast will not but they have time to change thier minds.

Posted by: mary Location: illinois on Apr 11, 2008 at 08:39 AM
i signed up for my free coupons on the internet 0n 3-3-2008 but i haven't got any thing through the mail yet.how long does it take.i also helped my brother and children sign up on the web site and they haven't got a thing either.so now what do we do.does seinor citizens and the disabled get a more discount on these since we live on a very limit income and barely make ends meet.since we don't get the $300.00 rebate check we're left out.at times we have to make a choice gas for heat or eletric, but the furnace will not run without eletric.the government gives us a raise on ssi checks but cuts our food stamps so with all the high gas (heating gas-not gasoline)and high eletric and water bills and house payments how can we surive. which one of the people for presdinent will help the poor, the homless families,the unemployed that can't find jobs cause there ain't none in our small town don't have cars to go 60 miles to get a job,& us people on ssi.i'll vote for them when they make a diffence

Posted by: Jeff Location: 23 WIFR on Mar 25, 2008 at 12:34 PM
"Companies" are not the cause of the DTV transition. The government made it a law to make room on the airwaves for future technology.

Posted by: wayne Location: Illinois on Mar 22, 2008 at 07:32 PM
I think switching over to digital is unheard of.all these companies want to do is force you to spend more money to get a new T.V. or spend money on buying their conversion box. Money is very tight this day and age.

Posted by: iris n marrero Location: newark nj 07102 on Mar 19, 2008 at 05:27 PM
i need the cupon sfor cable box purscharge

Posted by: Theresa Location: Illinois on Mar 8, 2008 at 01:15 PM
I think is sucks. I don't have cable. Like they say "you can't fight city hall" It's just one more thing us seniors have to deal with. I will need two coupons for the switch.. Thanks in advance.

Posted by: DD Location: Rockford on Feb 19, 2008 at 01:08 PM
We just ordered our coupons. We have 90 days to use them. Can you please post where the boxes are available for purchase?Are the boxes available now?

Posted by: rachel Location: belvidere on Feb 14, 2008 at 04:14 PM
why is everyone posting here asking for the coupons? it clearly states the telephone number to call or website to visit to request the coupons.

Posted by: Kenneth Hahn Location: Davis, Illinois on Feb 2, 2008 at 01:39 PM
I will need 2 coupons for the switch Thank you

Posted by: ILSE Location: p.o.box 685, TAOS, NM, 87571 on Jan 20, 2008 at 03:48 PM
I have rental properties with analog TVs in them. I would need about 6 more coupons. How can I get 6 more coupons?

Posted by: Patrice Location: Reading, PA on Jan 17, 2008 at 10:30 PM
Please send me 2 coupons for digital switch set. Thank you.

Posted by: B KASAN Location: TWIN LAKES WI on Jan 14, 2008 at 09:11 AM
I NEED TWO COUPONS FOR MY TV'S

Posted by: Rosalina Diaz Location: Rio Grande, Puerto Rico on Jan 13, 2008 at 06:02 PM
I need to get 3 coupons for my 2 tv's and one for my father

Posted by: craig mckee Location: 1537 trapp ct. fridley mn 55432 on Jan 7, 2008 at 09:24 PM
I would like 2 coupons please. thank you

Posted by: richard pulk Location: rockford on Jan 6, 2008 at 11:22 PM
i see that i can get coupon worth $40,i also read that these converts will cost $50-$70,then why is a company advertising on TV that they will get me one for the low price of $180.sounds like somebody is trying to take advantage of others.

Posted by: Deborah Lang Location: 6022 Mustang Drive, Riverdale, MD 20737 on Jan 6, 2008 at 12:59 PM
How can I get 3 DTV coupons?

Posted by: james Location: randolph wisc. on Jan 2, 2008 at 08:44 PM
have older tv will need digital switch

Posted by: Larry Location: Caruthersville Mo. on Jan 2, 2008 at 03:35 PM
I am trying to get A DTV cupon for my camping trailer , that has A TV intena.

Posted by: R.Thomas Whaley Location: Cascade, Idaho on Jan 2, 2008 at 02:23 PM
How do I receive the coupons?

Posted by: gary Location: finlayson minnesota on Jan 2, 2008 at 02:07 PM
sorry I just sent you the wrong email address in my request for coupons for the digital switch boxes.thanks

Posted by: gary Location: finlayson minnesota on Jan 2, 2008 at 02:02 PM
I would like to get 2 coupons for the digital switch boxes. Please. Thank you for your time.

Posted by: Bobby Southern Location: 1147 smith Avenue Paducah,Ky. 42003 on Jan 2, 2008 at 12:24 PM
Would like to receive coupons for didgital tv convertor

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February 17, 2009 (in ) the era of analog broadcast television in the United States will end as the nation completes its transition to an all-digital system. While this change will mark the end of the traditional analog method of broadcasting over-the-air television, it won’t signal the end of free broadcast television, and your favorite broadcast programs and local television stations will still be available.

Consumers that subscribe to a "pay" television service such as cable and satellite aren’t likely to be affected by the switch, but if you currently receive analog television over the air or via an antenna, you’ll need to take action to continue watching your favorite stations.

TV sets that currently receive programming through cable or satellite are not likely to be affected by the transition to digital.

However, TV sets that rely on "over the air" broadcasting with an antenna (set-top or rooftop) to receive a signal will be affected by the cutoff of analog broadcasts in 2009. You will need to consider one of the following options:

Purchase a digital-to-analog converter box that plugs into an existing television. The boxes, which are expected to cost between $50 - 70 will be available for purchase in 2008. Beginning on January 1, 2008, U.S. households can request up to two coupons valued at $40 each. Each coupon can go toward the purchase of a single set-top converter box that will allow you to continue watching FREE "over-the-air" television on an analog set.
Subscribe to a cable, satellite or telecommunications service provider if all desired local broadcast stations are carried by that service.
Purchase a new television set with a built in digital tuner.

Any of these steps will ensure that "over-the-air" television consumers will continue to receive programming.

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