TV Converter Box Coupon Program
As many of you probably know, TV broadcasting will switch from analog to digital in February 2009. This will require older analog TV sets to use a converter box. The only reason you don’t need a box is if you already have satellite, cable, or you have a newer TV with a digital tuner.
Now that TV converter boxes are available, retail stores will set the price. TV converter boxes are expected to cost between $50 and $70. The Federal Government permits each U.S. household up to two $40 coupons to help pay for the cost of the converter box. After applying the coupon, participating retailers will charge consumers the remaining balance of between $10 and $30.
You can apply for coupons until March 31, 2009. Here’s the website: https://www.dtv2009.gov/
Consumers can begin enjoying the benefits of digital television today. Because most full-power stations are currently broadcasting both in digital and analog, viewers can plug in their converter boxes and generally receive a clearer picture and “multicast” channels, where they are available.
For frequently asked questions, visit https://www.dtv2009.gov/FAQ.aspx. You can also call the hotline that is available to answer questions or take coupon requests 24 hours a day, 7 days a week at 1-888-DTV-2009.
BE CAREFUL – follow the basic guidelines:
- Only apply for the coupons from the government mandated website. I am sure many fake sites will be popping up trying to use this situation to get you information.
- Especially when ordering you converter box online, be sure to use one of the ‘certified converter box retailers’ listed on the government sponsored website. A list of eligible make and model numbers for purchase with the coupon can be found at the same website, by clicking here.
- If you have a newer TV, you can check your owner’s manual or the manufacturer’s website to see if your model has a digital tuner. If so, you don’t need a box.
- Save yourself time and gas; before shopping for your converter box, you might want to call ahead to make sure retailers have converter boxes available.
Hope this helps!
- Presario
Now that TV converter boxes are available, retail stores will set the price. TV converter boxes are expected to cost between $50 and $70. The Federal Government permits each U.S. household up to two $40 coupons to help pay for the cost of the converter box. After applying the coupon, participating retailers will charge consumers the remaining balance of between $10 and $30.
You can apply for coupons until March 31, 2009. Here’s the website: https://www.dtv2009.gov/
Consumers can begin enjoying the benefits of digital television today. Because most full-power stations are currently broadcasting both in digital and analog, viewers can plug in their converter boxes and generally receive a clearer picture and “multicast” channels, where they are available.
For frequently asked questions, visit https://www.dtv2009.gov/FAQ.aspx. You can also call the hotline that is available to answer questions or take coupon requests 24 hours a day, 7 days a week at 1-888-DTV-2009.
BE CAREFUL – follow the basic guidelines:
- Only apply for the coupons from the government mandated website. I am sure many fake sites will be popping up trying to use this situation to get you information.
- Especially when ordering you converter box online, be sure to use one of the ‘certified converter box retailers’ listed on the government sponsored website. A list of eligible make and model numbers for purchase with the coupon can be found at the same website, by clicking here.
- If you have a newer TV, you can check your owner’s manual or the manufacturer’s website to see if your model has a digital tuner. If so, you don’t need a box.
- Save yourself time and gas; before shopping for your converter box, you might want to call ahead to make sure retailers have converter boxes available.
Hope this helps!
- Presario
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