Sep 18, 2008 4:13 pm US/Eastern
CBS 2 HD To Host DTV Meeting Sept. 20 In Brooklyn
NEW YORK
Television as we know it is about to change. By law, television stations nationwide must switch from the old method of transmitting TV signals known as analog to digital television (DTV) on February 17, 2009. DTV is a new type of broadcasting technology that delivers movie-quality pictures and sound, more channels and even high definition television (HDTV) to consumers with HD television sets.
While the benefits of DTV are remarkable, millions of households risk losing television reception unless they take the easy steps to receive a digital signal. The CBS Television Stations Group and the National Association of Broadcasters will assist you throughout the entire transition process.
On Monday, Oct. 20, from 11:00am-1:00pm, WCBS-TV will be answering all of your DTV questions at St. Francis College (180 Remsen Street Brooklyn, NY). WCBS-TV is committed to making sure you and your fellow citizens will be able to continue to watch daily local programming on CBS 2 HD after February 2009. To continue this effort, it is vital for us to obtain the input of our influential members of our community as well as answer those unanswered questions about digital transitioning.
What is DTV?
When can I obtain a DTV converter box?
What is analog television?
Who's affected?
What is the DTV transition?
How do I switch?
What equipment do I need?
Converter Box Details
What is a DTV converter box?
Choosing an Antenna
Why the switch?
Can I recycle my analog TV?
What are the benefits of DTV?
During this meeting, we will provide you with information on what you need to know about digital television. Moreover, you will have the opportunity to ask as many questions as necessary to our very educated staff that has made it their mission to make sure you are watching us after February 2009.
WCBS-TV is part of CBS Television Stations, a division of CBS Corporation.
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Contact: Joel D. Goldberg, SVP of Station Operations- WCBS-TV jdgoldberg@cbs.com
Steve Pair, VP of Engineering- WCBS-TV spair@cbs.com
Sharon Persaud, Public Affairs Manager- WCBS-TV spersaud@cbs.com
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