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Get Ready for the switch to digital television (DTV)

Get Ready for the switch to digital television (DTV). The Transition to Digital Television (DTV) is Coming. To assist Emergency First Responders, a portion of present analog airwaves will be used for safety communications.

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Get Ready for the switch to digital television (DTV)

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  1. Get Ready for the switch to digital television (DTV)

  2. The Transition to Digital Television (DTV) is Coming To assist Emergency First Responders, a portion of present analog airwaves will be used for safety communications. As a result, television stations nationwide must switch from analog to digital broadcasts by February 17, 2009.

  3. What are the advantages of Digital Television (DTV)? Dramatically clearer picture Better sound quality More TV programming options

  4. Who will be affected? Every household with an analog TV that receives free over-the-air broadcasting signals via outside antenna or “rabbit ears” will be affected by the transition. Cable service or dish network subscribers will not be affected.

  5. How many U.S. households will need to convert? 19.6 million households are analog only An additional 15 million households receive over-the-air signals on at least one analog set 69 million analogsets are being used across the country! FEB 17, 2009

  6. Tucson Households • In Southeastern Arizona, a total of 74,000 households receive their television programming free (over the air). Each of these households will be directly affected by the digital conversion and must take action.

  7. How do I Prepare for the DTV Transition? It’s easy! The simple, low cost solution is to purchase a converter box – a one-time expense.

  8. What is a DTV Converter Box? A DTV converter box is an easy-to-install electronic device that hooks up to your present television set. The box converts the digital TV signal into analog and makes it viewable on your analog TV. The boxes are expected to cost between $40 and $70 and are available for purchase at retail stores that sell electronic equipment. Once installed, you can continue to receive free over-the-air television.

  9. You are eligible for a coupon to help defray the expense of the converter box. The Federal Government (through the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA)) is issuing coupons NOW for DTV converter boxes. Households may apply for up to two coupons (valued at $40 each). These MUST be redeemed within three months (90 days) of receipt and they can only be used to purchase an approved converter box. Coupons have no cash value. Apply for coupons: www.DTV2009.gov or call 888-DTV-2009

  10. TV Converter Box Coupon Program How to Apply: ONLINE www.DTV.2009.gov BY PHONE 1-888-DTV-2009 BY MAIL P.O. Box 2000 Portland, OR 97208 BY FAX 1-877-DTV-4M32 Indoor/OutdoorAntenna TV Converter Box Requests must be received by March 31, 2009.

  11. National & Local TV Converter Box Retailers • Best Buy • Circuit City • RadioShack • Roh’s Fine Home Electronics • Wal-Mart • Western Communications

  12. DTV offers more channels from Arizona Public Media™

  13. Where can I get more information about the DTV Transition? For more info about the DTV transition, visit: www.AZpublicmedia.org OR www.DTVAnswers.com, the official website of the National Association of Broadcasters’ digital television (DTV) transition campaign.

  14. Local Digital TV Conversion Resources • To schedule a group presentation contact: Dianne Janis, Communications Manager Arizona Public Media (520) 621-1500 djanis@azpm.org

  15. Get Ready for Dramatically Better Television!

  16. QUIZ When will analog TV end in the United States?

  17. QUIZ What steps do you need to take if you subscribe to cable or satellite TV?

  18. QUIZ What steps do you need to take if you subscribe to cable or satellite TV? No steps are necessary if you subscribe to a cable or satellite service. The cable or satellite operator will deliver a signal that will display on current television sets.

  19. QUIZ If you watch over-the-air TV using an antenna, what must you do to continue to receive TV after Feb. 17, 2009?

  20. QUIZ If you watch over-the-air TV using an antenna, what must you do to continue to receive TV after Feb. 17, 2009? • Select ONE of the following options: • Install an inexpensive converter box • Purchase a digital television • Subscribe to cable television • Cox Communications • Comcast • Subscribe to satellite television DirecTV Dish Network

  21. QUIZ Where can I find more info on this topic?

  22. QUIZ Where can I find more info on this topic? www.AZpublicmedia.org www.dtv.2009.gov www.DTVanswers.com

  23. Questions?

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