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:

* 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

* Connect to cable, satellite or other pay service, or

* Purchase a television with a digital tuner.

Between January 1, 2008 and March 31, 2009,
you can request a coupon while supplies last in
one of four ways:

Apply online

Call the Coupon Program 24-hour hotline 1-888-DTV-2009 (1-888-388-2009).

Mail a coupon application to: PO BOX 2000, Portland, OR 97208-2000.

Fax a coupon application to 1-877-DTV-4ME2 (1-877-388-4632)

Deaf or hard of hearing callers may dial 1-877-530-2634 (English/TTY) or 1-866-495-1161 (Spanish/TTY).

TTY Service is available from 9 AM - 9 PM Eastern Time Monday through Friday.

Will the transition affect me?

You will need to take action before February 17, 2009 if you currently watch TV on an analog TV set that is not connected to cable, satellite or other pay TV service. If you own a television with a digital tuner or subscribe to a pay TV service, you will likely continue to receive TV programming as usual after the transition.

If you're still unsure, answer these questions and we'll let you know if you need a converter box.

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