Pamela recently posted a question: I have a DTV digital converter box but I have both the DVD and a VCR that I would like to connect and to watch, first I can’t the proper connection and second I can’t figure out how to get it to play now, can you help guide me, I [...]
Archive for May, 2008
Where is my Digital Converter Box Coupon?
Sandra recently posted a question: I REQUESTED A COUPON FOR MY TV ABOUT TWO MONTHS AGO.WHEN CAN I EXPECT THE REQUEST FOR THE CONVERTER BOX. Hello Sandra, Thanks for your question. Here is a link for you to browse when you get a chance… http://www.tvconversionhelp.com/2008/05/15/dtv-coupon/ Towards the bottom of the page is a section titled [...]
Will I Need A Converter Box to Watch DTV With My VCR?
Daniel recently posted a question: I have a Magnavox model No. 19PR14 C227 with a Magnavox modelVRT342 video cassette recorder. I do not know if the vcr has a built in digital converter. Do I need to install a digital converter to receive digital TV signals? Hello Daniel, After doing some net research, that particular [...]
Is America ready for DTV?
Tom Howe, executive director of North Carolina’s UNC-TV network thinks the government will probably delay the Feb. 17th, 2009, analog shut-off. “People are confused and the affordable digital-to-analog converter boxes are arriving too late in the stores. I don’t think this country is ready” Michael Soper, DTV consultant and former PBS exec has some not [...]
Can i Set the VCR for timer recording without having to set the digital converter box to the channel I want to record?
A recent email to TVConversionhelp asks: We installed the Magnavox DTV Converter through our VCR, can I set the VCR for timer recording without having to set the converter box to the channel I want to record? We have asked several different “customer service reps.” and get different answers. If not, I guess I have to [...]
If I Have Cable Do I Need A Converter Box?
Barbara on TVConversionhelp asks: If I have cable with Time Warner do I need a converter box? Hello Barbara, After doing a little bit of browsing on Time Warner Cable’s webpage. I found the following link: http://www.timewarnercable.com/Corporate/Products/DigitalCable/dtv/default.html?menu=27671 which states that: “As long as your televisions are connected to Time Warner Cable service, you’ll continue to [...]
Our digital converter box has a coax connector labled “in from antenna” and a different type of input for a smart antenna, what are these?
Liz recently asked a question on TVConversionHelp I have received my coupons and am now waiting to get my converter boxes,there is a waiting list, however when I saw one (rca) I noticed it has a coax connector for “in from antenna” and a different type of input for a smart antenna, what are these? [...]
Will I Need A Digital Converter Box For The VCR if I have a Digital TV?
Larry recently sent in a question asking: I currently record shows on my vcr from my digital tv during the day while at work, will i need a converter for the vcr? Good afternoon Larry, I have a couple of questions for you before I can answer your question. #1. Do you have a digital [...]
Where Can a I Buy a Digital Converter with Analog-Passthrough?
A recent email from a TVConversionhelp viewer asked: “Who sells converters with analog pass-through? Local stores do not have them and a Internet search finds list of converters with features, but few who offer analog pass-through are out of stock and my coupon expires May 22.” Thanks for the question – it’s a good one! I wanted to [...]
DTV Coupon Program
Important: Consumers have from January 1, 2008 until July 31, 2009 to apply or until supplies last. Converter Coupon Application Program Details and How to Sign Up The NTIA is responsible for administering the application program. (Please note that coupons will expire 90 days after mailing). It is responsibility of the consumer to verify the [...]
