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1. How much do I have to pay for a TV converter box? |
| TV converter boxes are available NOW. TV converter
boxes 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, we will charge consumers the
remaining balance of between $10 and $30 (depending on the converter box
you select). |
| 2. When can I buy a TV
converter box? |
| TV converter boxes are available NOW. You can click
here to see a full listing of available digital converter boxes. |
| 3. What is meant by an
“eligible” TV converter box? |
| TV converter box models must meet technical and
performance standards determined by the National Telecommunications and
Information Administration (NTIA) in order to qualify for the Coupon
Program. A list of eligible make and model numbers for purchase with the
coupon can be found at our website, by clicking
here. |
| 4. Which manufacturers are
making the TV converter boxes? Are there differences? |
| See a complete list of eligible TV converter boxes
here.
TV converter box features may vary depending on the brand; however all
models will allow your analog TV to continue to operate after February
17, 2009. The best way to get information on individual converter boxes
is to browse our web site - or contact our offices and speak with a customer
service specialist. |
| 5. Does someone have to
come into my home to install the converter box? |
| No, you should be able to install the converter box
yourself using the instructions provided by the manufacturer. For
specific questions, you should call the manufacturer’s technical support
hotline or contact our offices for more assistanec. The NTIA program does not provide
technical support. |
| 6. How big is the
converter box? |
| Converter boxes are about the size of a paperback
book. Most will fit on top of a small to medium TV set. |
| 7. Can I use the converter
box along with my cable box? |
| No. Converter boxes from this program work only
with over-the-air broadcast television signals, not cable or satellite
service. |
| 8. Will I receive Closed
Captioning through a converter? |
| Yes. Manufacturers of converters are required to
provide Closed Captioning for display on your television. |
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9. Do I need to purchase a TV converter box that is the same brand as my
TV |
| No. |
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10. I have a handheld or battery-powered TV. Will this work after
February 17, 2009? Can I connect it to a TV converter box? |
| Generally not. |
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11. Will my VCR or DVD player still work once I plug my converter box
into my TV? |
| The analog equipment you currently use will
continue to work with (output to) your analog TV set just as before, but
they will not be able to receive over-the-air programming without the TV
converter box. Attach the converter to your VCR, TiVo, DVD-R, etc.
instead of hooking it directly to your TV. |
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12. Can I start using my TV converter box now or do I need to wait until
after February 17, 2009 for it to work? |
| 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. |
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13. Will I receive High-Definition TV with a converter box? |
| No. Analog televisions are not capable of
displaying High-Definition resolution, but the picture will generally be
better with a TV converter box. If you want to view High-Definition TV,
then you will need one of the newer sets rated for “High-Definition”
resolution. |
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