Coupons For Digital Converters at www.dtv2009.gov

If you're a low-tech TV owner then listen up:

Starting with the New Year, you will be able to obtain $40 coupons from the government to help you make the transition into digital broadcasting.

The coupons will help pay for special converter boxes that will convert digital signals to old-style analog signals.

The converter boxes are expected to cost between $50 and $70. Viewers who have satellite or cable service won't need a box.

To request a coupon, consumers can apply online at http://www.dtv2009.gov starting tomorrow. The government also has set up a 24-hour hotline to take requests.

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