Get your HDTV Convertor box coupons here and now

[LynneSin]

https://www.dtv2009.gov/

As you know, the government is providing a limited number of coupons for free convertor boxes for those who do not have HDTV. I'm getting both coupons. I figured if I don't need them by 2009 then perhaps I can donate my coupons and/or boxes to a family who might need them and doesn't have access to a computer to sign up for it (my mother said the phoneline is impossible to get through - she called and asked me to sign up)

[Felix Mala]

1. You only need it if you're using an antenna. Your cable company will take of the signal for you if

you're on cable.

[RebelOne]

2. Also, you don't need it if you have satellite, which I do.

[LynneSin]

4. True but there may be people on rabbit ears plus...

I'm thinking there are people on Rabbit ears because they can't afford cable and perhaps they don't have computers too.

I had rabbit years up until 2001. I order 2 coupons - if I don't need them (and I won't) I'll donate my boxes to someone who might need them. Perhaps Goodwill might help distribute boxes.

[Felix Mala]

11. People with rabbit ear probably need the vouchers.

If you have questions about cable, call your company. I don't have any boxes on any of my sets from the cable company and they're still saying they'll take care of the HD signal.

[meegbear]

7. What about having cable, but no box?

I have an analog TV in the bedroom with cable plugged directly in. I would think in that situation, one would need a box.

[MissMillie]

10. is that all cable, or just digital cable?

I have one TV hooked up to a digital cable box, and one that isn't.

[Tommy_Carcetti]

3. What about a battery powered portable TV?

Living in Florida, having the battery powered 6 inch TV was a godsend during the hurricanes. Does this mean if there is another hurricane or power outage I won't be able to get a signal?

[LynneSin]

8. I think the box is placed between the TV and the Rabbit ears

They have information about the Rabbit Ears so I would check it out and order some boxes. Better to have one then to realize you need it when it's too late!

[ThatsMyBarack]

5. *Do I need to do anything else??*

I have a flat-screen TV and a digital-cable DVR right now. Am I ready for 2009?

[KitchenWitch]

6. Thank you, Lynnesin!

:yourock:

[supernova]

9. Good information,

Thanks LynneSin. :D

Right now, I have sat tv and a DVR, but I don't know how much longer I can maintain that set up. I was thinking of letting go of the sat and just using the TV for movies and my DVDs. And I don't know if I'll be able to afford flat screens by the due date or not. So, the converter box may be an option for me.

[texanwitch]

12. Kick ofr the afternoon crowd.

Thanks for the info.

I have neighbors without cable.

[crispini]

13. Thanks, I signed up!

Getting one for my friend who would forget to sign up on his own. It will be a nice surprise for him!