The Digital Television Transition and Public Safety Act of 2005 requires broadcasters to broadcast only in digital after February 17, 2009. Digital television promises to provide a clearer picture and more programming options and will free up some of the nation’s airwaves for use by emergency responders.

If you receive television programs over-the-air using “rabbit ears” or a rooftop antenna, you must take action to continue using your analog TV after February 17, 2009. You have three options:

1. buy a converter box that will plug into you current analog TV
2. buy a TV with a digital tuner, or
3. connect your analog TV to cable, satellite or other pay service

A government sponsored program is available to help cover the cost of purchasing an eligible converter. For more information go to www.DTV2009.gov, call toll free 888-388-2009, or TTY at 877-530-2634