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Zinwell: ZAT-857, ZAT-950A *, ZAT-970, ZAT-970A *ġ) Analog Pass-Through, so you can easily switch to low-power channels which can still transmit analog after 2/17, and to switch to stations which won't go digital before 2/17 if you install before then.Ģ) An improved Electronic Program Guide (EPG), so you can search for programs you want and find the channel they're on now, as well as find program details.ģ) Resistance to interference from VCR, DVD player, and other electronics.Ĥ) Remote control to let you switch in and out of 'letterbox' mode.ĥ) Complete with a coaxial cable from converter to TV, a 'balun' adapter from flat antenna wire to the cable TV-stype "F" connector on the back of the converter, and a video+stereo cable to attach to a VCR or TV video and audio in sockets.Ħ) A longer warranty with local or very fast exchange if it fails. Insignia: NS-DXA1, NS-DXA1-APT * (Note: A BestBuy house brand) Q: What are the NTIA-approved converters available for sale nowadays? What makes and model numbers can be bought with coupons?Ī: Here's a list. Q: Which converter boxes are NTIA-approved?Ī: They're listed at - see the next item. If you don't use a coupon, you can buy whatever converter you wish.Ī $40 credit on the spot from participating dealers.Ī: No, some have extra features and are as spendy as $300.
Q: Must I have a coupon to get a converter?Ī: No. Q: What are the rules for the converter coupon program?Ī: You must buy a converter on the NTIA approved list after getting a coupon. There is no 'digital' antenna the same antenna design works for digital as analog, but you may need a better antenna because your favorite stations are changing to UHF from VHF (like our ABC and CBS affiliates) or because digital requires a better quality of signal snow now equals problems later. Many indoor antennas will work well in the Portland Metro area, especially if you can see Council Crest from home.
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My next blog post on this subject will explain how to estimate if you do. Do I need an outdoor antenna for the converter?Ī: Maybe. Q: I use 'rabbit ears' or an indoor antenna now. Q: Do I need a converter if my building has a community or shared antenna?Ī: Maybe, so check with your building management to ask if they will be doing the digital-to-analog conversion for you.
The satellite system handles conversion for you. Q: Do I need a converter if I have satellite TV?Ī: If you use satellite TV, you don't need a converter. The cable system handles conversion for you. Q: Do I need a converter if I have cable TV?Ī: If you use cable TV, you don't need a converter. Q: Do I need a converter if I have an HDTV set or a Digital-Ready Set? Here's a chart which shows channels now and after for Portland. Some small stations will stay on analog channels, but only small channels and small transmitters. Some major stations will switch on February 17th. The digital signals are now on different channels to avoid interfering with analog channels.
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There are other advantages to television stations they can split their channels into sub-channels and have multiple signals with different programming.Ī: All converters receive the digital signals from new transmitters and convert the signals to analog so they can be used with older TVs and VCRs.Ī: Most stations have digital signals, plus analog signals, now. Sometimes, reception quality improves even on older analog-only sets using converters. Where can I find that?Ī: It happens Tuesday, February 17th, by Federal law.Ī: Digital channels can fit closer together without interfering, so the Federal government can sell the old frequencies to use for police, fire, public service, and new cellular data services. Q: I need an explanation in another language.
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