News: Digital converter box coupons available January 1st

With just over a year to go before the forced mandate to all digital broadcasting in the United States on February 17, 2009, several retailers have announced they will be accepting the government issued coupons for the new digital-to-analog converter boxes. These will allow analog viewers to continue using their older sets with the new digital technology.

Coupons are available beginning January 1st. To read my full article about this on WKYC.COM, CLICK HERE.

The following is the application information you need to know --

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:
Between January 1st, 2008, and March 31st, 2009, consumers can request coupon applications through four easy methods:

1) Complete an application online: http://www.dtv2009.gov/

2) Call for an application 24/7: 1-800-DTV-2009 (1-888-388-2009), TTY 1-877-530-2634

3) Request an application via mail: Converter Box Application, P.O. Box 2000, Portland, Oregon, 97208-2000

4) Fax an application request to: 1-877-DTV-4ME2 (1-877-388-4632)

REDEEMING PROCESS: (You can not use coupons until 2/17/08).
Starting February 17, 2008, - these coupons of $40 each (limit 2 per TV household) will be good towards the new digital-to-analog converter boxes at certified retailers.

RELATED LINKS:
*List of currently approved retailers: CLICK HERE
*List of approved converter box manufacturers: CLICK HERE
*View a sample application form: CLICK HERE
*Read more about the converter coupon progam: CLICK HERE
*Government converter coupon rules: CLICK HERE

VIDEO FEATURE
To watch a video package about the converter boxes: CLICK HERE

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