Well, TV is a tool when norm is on?
Too lazy to do my own research right now, but did send in for the coupons.
Anyone found a site that offers delivered converters for the coupons with no extra cash or credit card needed?
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Here you go.
https://www.dtv2009.gov/
"It is what it is."
Anyone found a site that offers delivered converters for the coupons with no extra cash or credit card needed?
The Dtvpal/echostar unit seems to be the best choice, will retail for 39.99, and is scheduled to hit the stores in June. Many states are waiving sales tax on the coupon, so that is likely to be free with the coupon.
A lot of the early boxes have had issues. I'd wait until two weeks before coupon expiration to get a box. Be aware that there are more coupons than boxes, though, so it can be hard to find a box to buy with your coupon.
If you need to buy sooner, the Magnavox G9 is schlocky looking but works OK - and has analog passthrough, so you can receive the stations that will not be converting to digital.
"hdtv coupon"
Ain't no such thing.
All of the coupons are limited to equipment that SDTV receivers and RF outputs.
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A-holes. Hey every group has to have one. And I have been elected to be the one. I should make that my tagline.
Slightly OT.
I bought a 26" Olevia HDTV last year for $400 from http://www.compusa.com Great set, with a broadcast receiver of course. Plug ins for everything, including computer monitor. I can look at photos posted on BT in giant scale, or any photo I have on file, as an example.
It's hard to describe how much better everything on TV is in wide screen hi def. Live sports and movies, in particular. Like night and day.
HDTV has come down in price by about half since it was first introduced.
Check http://www.crutchfield.com for excellent descriptions of how the technology works and where it's going.
They're a highly rated full service electronics dealer with competitive prices. I've been buying stereo equipment from them since the early 80's. Very competent sales and tech people available by phone.