By law, television stations will end analog broadcasts on February 17, 2009 and broadcast exclusively in digital. This process is referred to as the digital transition. Digital Television (DTV) is 100% free of interference, allowing broadcasters to deliver crisp, clear pictures and surround sound. With DTV, you benefit by having more options like additional programming choices and interactive video and data services. When traveling the broadcast spectrum, a digital signal takes up less space than an analog signal. The extra space will allow public safety and emergency responders to better communicate. The digital transition will also allow for advanced wireless and broadband technologies when the spectrum is auctioned by the federal government. |
Relax! As long as you subscribe to BLTV service, you won’t be affected by the digital transition! |
Reference our Digital Transition Quick Guide to learn if you're Ready4DTV!
| Television | Cable | Over-the-Air Antenna | |
| Analog | Nothing – make sure the TV’s you want to view are directly connected | Purchase a digital converter box for each television, subscribe to cable, or purchase a digital television | |
| Digital | Nothing – you will view a true digital quality picture | Nothing – make sure your antenna receives UHF signals and is in good condition | |
| High-Def | Nothing – subscribe to HD service to view a true HD quality picture | Nothing – subscribe to HD service to view a true HD quality picture | |
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