2007-11-28 06:26:50 · 4 answers · asked by peetex1 3 in Consumer Electronics ➔ TVs
There will still be free TV that you can get with an antenna. Almost all analog TV broadcasts will be shut off on 2/17/09 but they are already being replaced with free digital TV broadcasts.
The digital broadcasts have the same programs as the old ones. Some people will pick up channels they couldn't get before.
All your old TV needs to receive the new digital channels is a converter box. If you get good UHF (analog channels 14-69) now, you should be able to use your old TV antenna. With a converter box you should get DVD like quality when watching broadcasts on your old TV.
Starting in Jan 2008 the government will be starting a coupon program that will let you buy a couple of these converters for about $20 each.
2007-11-28 07:47:42 · answer #1 · answered by Stephen P 7 · 2⤊ 2⤋
No, not true. All cities have broadcast stations, at least for the major networks. However, it's in the suburbs and small towns where broadcast is not available.
However, the major reason that users are switching to cable and satellite is the larger variety of channels available, and because of poor reception from broadcast.
However, be warned that all TV broadcasts will switch modes from analog to digital in a few years (Feb 09), and after that point you will need a special converter box for older TVs.
2007-11-28 06:41:04 · answer #2 · answered by billrussell42 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
In 2009 you will need to buy a digital converter box to hook to your TV, but if I understand correctly you will still be able to use your antenna
2007-11-28 06:34:44 · answer #3 · answered by Jessica S 2 · 1⤊ 1⤋
I think 5 channels are available over the air.
ABC
NBC
UPN
CBS
MPT
2007-11-28 06:33:28 · answer #4 · answered by dpbhyd 1 · 0⤊ 1⤋