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Since the 1990s, Congress determined that broadcast stations must transition from analog television broadcasting to the broadcasting digital television. The conversion to digital television will free up broadcast bands to be used for public safety and emergency services. New wireless broadband, and also be able to use the airwaves free. Consumers also benefit from this transition, because Digital broadcasting allows stations to offer high quality picture and sound.
Does this mean that you should run and buy a new one in the near future? Consider first what type of TV you have now. Each television manufactured before 1998 was a top traditional "analog" television. If you purchased a large screen projection TV between 1998 and 2004, the possibility exists that has a digital tuner. Before 2004, only a limited percentage of televisions projection sets a digital tuner.
If you currently receive programs over the air through a flat roof or rabbit ears antenna, whether you will to buy a digital-analog converter, or buy a TV equipped with a Digital TV tuner. If you plan to buy a converter box, you can call the Department National Telecommunications and Information Administration 1-888-DTV-2009 to request up to two $ 40 coupons per household that can be used for purchase. Note that these Coupons expire 90 days after posting.
TVs connected to cable, satellite or other pay services will not be a converter. Be sure to check with your cable provider or satellite before February 17, 2009, to determine how they handle the switch. After 17 February 2009, all analog televisions that have not been updated to accept the digital signal can not receive over-the-air television.
Now that you have a better understanding of the signals changes ahead, you feel you still need to upgrade your existing set? Well me too, but spend much money in your search could be avoided by following these easy steps:
1. Do your work – Once you've decided what size, mark, and (technology LCD, plasma or DLP) you want, be sure to search the Internet for product reviews. There are literally hundreds of websites that are built by the auditors professional product that you explain how your product stands up against the competition. A simple search by brand and model number can save future disappointment, and possibly hundreds of dollars in future repairs.
2. Bargain Shop – Black Friday or the day after Thanksgiving traditionally marks the start of the season Christmas shopping. A slowing economy, low housing market and rising unemployment, some experts predicting a slow holiday shopping season. In order to meet sales quotas, have forced retailers to cut prices to attract buyers and more competition, which could start a price war among retailers. The mean prediction great news for consumers looking to find a price, "Rock Bottom" in a new HDTV.
3. Space Available – Get lots in a new TV can leave you frustrated or depressed when you realize that does not match your entertainment center.
In short, if the TV not receive television signals via cable or satellite, it's time to buy a digital to analog converter, or buy new digital televisions. If you decide to buy a new TV, make sure you know what you buy. Make sure that they fit into the allotted space you have available and the store to negotiate the best deal within your budget.
About the Author:
Anthony Luna is the founder and creator of BFGear.com LLC. Black Friday Gear posts the up-coming sales weeks before they arrive in your Thanksgiving Day newspaper. Providing direct links to products, and an “Online Shopping Tutorial” makes shopping this year easier than it has ever been in the past. Visit BFGear.com today to start planning your holiday shopping strategy.
Article Source: ArticlesBase.com – What Consumers Need to Do Before the Digital Switch on February 17, 2009
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