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  • Phone: 1-888-DTV-2009 (1-888-388-2009) 24-hour hotline
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  • DTV Converter Box Coupon Program
  • PO Box 2000 Portland, OR 97208-2000
  • Online: www.dtv2009.gov
  • Fax: 1-877-DTV-4ME2 (1-877-388-4632)

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How to Watch Digital TV

OPTION 1:

Buy a converter box

OPTION 2:

Buy a TV with a digital tuner

OPTION 3:

Subscribe to cable or satellite

Option: 1 Option: 2 Option: 3

If you currently watch TV over the air with an analog TV, an antenna and/or rabbit ears, you need a set-top converter box to receive digital channels.

Once you’ve hooked up your set-top converter box, you can start watching all four of KCET’s digital channels for free!

Order your converter box coupon.

What kind of antenna do I need?

Do you live in a rural area? Your digital conversion date will likely be later than February 2009. Find out more.

If you have a TV with a built-in digital tuner, you can receive KCET’s digital signal over the air for free, provided you are in reach of one of KCET’s digital transmitters. Just tune in KCET’s four digital channels and start watching –– it’s all free!

What kind of antenna do I need?

Do you live in a rural area? Your digital conversion date will likely be later than February 2009. Find out more.

 

 

If you subscribe to cable or satellite, you can receive their package of digital channels on either your analog TV or digital TV.

Digital TV

Your Best Option May Be A Converter Box

There are a number of reasons why buying a converter box may be the most cost effective for you:

  • It’s a one-time purchase.
  • You get a $40 government coupon to help with the cost.
  • There are no ongoing monthly cable or satellite charges.
  • You’ll enjoy more KCET channels and more programs.
  • Your viewing experience will continue to be absolutely free.
 
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