Switch to Digital TV Programming is Scheduled for February 17, 2009!

Information about the transition from an analog to a digital television signal is provided so that people will better know what to expect when the change occurs.

You can find a plain language fact sheet concerning the digital transition at http://www.dtv.gov/transitionbasics.pdf. The fact sheet explains consumer options and what they will need to do to be ready for the digital transition in 2009.

Television serves as a focal point for many people.  It is a link to the outside world, a daily companion, and a source of local information during emergencies. Many of the vulnerable, elderly and disabled are confused about the upcoming transition to digital television. They have heard the news about the switch to digital television programming and erroneously think they must buy a new, expensive DTV or HDTV or be without TV after February 17, 2009.