Will your TV work after February 17, 2009?

• On February 17, 2009, full-power analog broadcasting will end and analog-only televisions may be unable to display fullpower broadcast programming unless the viewer takes action.



• The change will only affect customers currently using over-the-air signals to watch TV. If you’re getting your TV signal through rabbit-ears or outdoor antennas, and you have an older, analog TV, you may need to purchase a converter box to receive over-theair broadcast with an antenna. Analog-only TVs should continue to work as before with cable and satellite services, gaming consoles, VCRs, DVD players, and similar products.



• If you’re currently receiving cable TV service from Consolidated, you do not need to do anything. You are already using a converted signal that will work after the DTV transition.

How do you make sure you’re ready?

• If you have an older TV, purchased before March 1, 2007, check the labeling on your set to determine if it has a digital tuner. If you’re not sure, check with your electronics dealer or your TV’s manufacturer. Note that “Digital Ready” and “HDTV Ready” labels don’t always mean a digital receiver is included in your TV.



• For those wishing to use their analog TVs after the transition, the Federal government is offering up to two $40 coupons per household (while supplies last) to help pay for the cost of certified converter boxes. The boxes are expected to cost between $50 and $70 each and will be available at participating retailers. Coupons will be good for 90 days after they are mailed.


For more details on the digital TV transition, visit www.dtv.gov or call our office at 1-800-742-7464. For more on the digital-toanalog converter boxes, visit www.DTV2009. gov or call 1-888-DTV-2009.