Congress created the TV Converter Box Coupon Program for households wishing to keep using their analog TV sets after February 17, 2009. The Program allows U.S. households to obtain up to two coupons, each worth $40, that can be applied toward the cost of eligible converter boxes.
A TV connected to cable, satellite or other pay TV service does not require a TV converter box from this program.
Consumers have a variety of options. Options to explore include:
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Keep your existing analog TV and purchase a TV converter box. A converter box plugs into your TV and will keep it working after Feb. 17, 2009, or
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Connect to cable, satellite or other pay service, or
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Purchase a television with a digital tuner.
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Eligible Converter Boxes
Below is a list of eligible TV converter boxes by brand name. All eligible converter boxes are certified by the NTIA to meet Federal Coupon Program requirements.
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DigitalSTREAM D2A1D10
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DigitalSTREAM D2A1D20
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Zenith DTT900
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Magnavox TB100MW9
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Philco TB150HH9
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MicroGEM MG2000
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Sansonic FT300RT
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MaxMedia MMDTVB03
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Apex DT1001
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ECHOSTAR TR-40
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AMTC AT-2016
The list of Eligible Converter Boxes is available
here
. This list is updated regularly but may not be a 100% comprehensive list of all converter boxes that meet NTIA requirements and are eligible for the program.
NTIA requirements for converter boxes are available
here
.
