February 17 was the original date for converting from analog to digital TV but Congress has allowed some flexibility in the conversion. Stations now have till June 12, 2009, to implement the change. KQED Television Station has useful information and a video. It says that most Bay Area stations are delaying the conversion but KOFY TV20 CABLE 13 has converted. Read more at the KOFY website. Other local stations ceasing analog broadcasts are KCNS TV38, KICU TV36 (scroll to the bottom), KFTY TV 50 and KTVU TV2 (scroll to the bottom).If you don't have a cable subscription or a newer television you may be in the market for a digital tuner to upgrade your older television. Coupons for reducing the cost of a digital tuner will still be available for those applying before July 31, 2009. Consumer Reports information on tuners is available at the Consumer Table at the top of the stairs on the second floor of Central Park Library.
For additional information, visit the FCC site for Digital Television Conversion.
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