This is the Safari online edition of the printed book.

On February 17, 2009, analog television broadcasting in the United States will end. As of that date, all television stations will switch to digital TV broadcasts -- effectively making obsolete every analog television set in the country.

What do you need to do to keep watching television after the switch to digital? Do you need to buy a new television set? If so, what kind of set? Do you need a fancy high definition TV? Or is there a way to make your old TV still work with the new digital broadcasts? Should you switch to cable or satellite television? And what is digital television, anyway? These are just a few of the questions people are asking as the switch to digital TV approaches. 

All of these questions and more are answered in this short book. Don't be one of the tens of millions of people who are confused about the switch to digital TV and may lose their broadcast signal on February 17! Buy this book and take the guesswork out of the switch to digital TV!

What you can learn in this book -

o        What is the difference is between Digital TV and HDTV

o        How to switch your analog antenna reception to digital

o        What you need to do if you are a cable, DSL or satellite subscriber

o        How to connect a digital converter box

o        Tips on shopping for a new digital TV

o        Great solutions to your digital TV problems

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Switching to Digital TV - 2009-01-22
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You've probably seen those notices that say that as of February 17, 2009 all television stations will be going digital. But what does "going digital" mean for you. On February 17, will your television suddenly go blank? Will you have to run out and get a new television so you can watch all your favorite television shows?

Switching to Digital TV explains the process in everyday language. Once you've read this little guide, you'll know where you stand. You'll know if your television is ready for digital viewing and how if the changes will affect you in any way. The author even includes information on digital converters: where to find them, how to hook them up, and how to get your government rebate for up to two televisions in your household.

Don't wait until February 17, 2009. If you have any questions about digital broadcasting or wonder if your television will even work after that date, be sure to pick up a copy of Switching to Digital TV.

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