109035 1517 Technology Home Entertainment Systems TVs true Wed, 17 Dec 2008 06:01:52 -0800 /system/videos/3/35/90/10/109035.flv television, T.V., preparing, switching, home, entertainment, technology, cable, converter How To Prepare For the Switch To Digital TV http://www.howcast.com/videos/109035-How-To-Prepare-For-the-Switch-To-Digital-TV http://www.howcast.com/videos/109035-How-To-Prepare-For-the-Switch-To-Digital-TV/edit approved 158 640 360 <object width="425" height="273" classid="clsid:D27CDB6E-AE6D-11cf-96B8-444553540000" id="howcastplayer"><param name="movie" value="http://www.howcast.com/flash/howcast_player.swf?file=109035"></param><param name="allowFullScreen" value="true"></param><param name="allowScriptAccess" value="always"></param><embed src="http://www.howcast.com/flash/howcast_player.swf?file=109035" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" width="425" height="273" allowFullScreen="true" allowScriptAccess="always" ></embed></object> 18 BajillionairesClub http://img.howcast.com/system/thumbnails/109035/digital_tv_hd_4_xxlarge_maintained_aspect.jpg 4736 false false false 52161 1 34 Step http://img.howcast.com/system/thumbnails/109035/34.jpg Understand what's happening On February 17th, 2009, television stations must stop using the old method of transmitting a signal to your set, called analog, and start using digital, a new method that offers improved picture quality and, in some cases, more channels. Your TV set may be affected by the switch, but it’s easy to adjust to the digital world.

]]> 52162 2 56 Step http://img.howcast.com/system/thumbnails/109035/56.jpg Figure out if your set is digital First, determine what type of TV you have. If you bought it before 1998, it’s definitely analog. If your set dates to 1998 or later, check your owner’s manual. Sets with built-in digital tuners are in the clear. For analog televisions, you’ve got three options.

]]> 52163 3 72 Step http://img.howcast.com/system/thumbnails/109035/72.jpg Buy a converter One way to receive digital transmissions is to buy a digital-to-analog converter box for your TV set at an electronics store, and follow the manufacturer’s directions to connect and operate it. Depending on the broadcast quality in your area and whether or not you already use one, you may need an antenna along with the converter.

]]> 52164 4 93 Tip Government-issued coupons for digital converters are available online at dtv2009.gov.

]]> 52165 5 100 Step http://img.howcast.com/system/thumbnails/109035/100.jpg Subscribe to a pay-TV service The second option is a satellite, cable, or other pay-TV subscription. If you currently subscribe or decide to sign up, your signal should continue without interruption even if your TV doesn’t have a digital tuner or converter box.

]]> 52166 6 122 Step http://img.howcast.com/system/thumbnails/109035/122.jpg Buy a digital TV Your third alternative is to scrap your old analog set and buy a TV with a pre-installed digital tuner. You won’t need a converter or pay-tv service with this option. Just relax, and enjoy your favorite shows. (Your new set might even receive more channels.)

]]> 52167 7 147 Fact The last day to request converter coupons is March 31, 2009, but supplies may run out before then.

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