DTV Converter Box Coupons Going Fast

Americans have already redeemed more than 6.6 million coupons for digital TV converter boxes, according to the Department of Commerce. To date consumers have requested over 21.3 million of the government’s Digital TV Converter Box Program coupons worth $40 towards the purchase of a converter box.

Background: On Feb. 17, 2009, all analog TV sets -- generally, TVs without a digital tuner and not connected to cable, satellite or other pay TV service -- will stop receiving signals. The government has estimated that up to 45 percent of all U.S. households have at least one TV set that will stop working after the conversion. To help with the conversion, the government is offering free coupons worth $40 toward the purchase of digital TV converter boxes. [Learn more...]