Digital TV converters: which one is right for you?
(photo: Glenn Fawcett/Baltimore Sun)
Digital TV decisions got you down?
The folks at Consumer Reports want to help you pick the right digital television converter model to best convert the new digital signals that broadcasters will be sending out starting next year.
If you rely on over-the-air television signals and an older television, and haven't already cashed in your $40 coupon from the federal government for a converter to turn your broadcast signals into analog ones that your old television can process, check out their digital television converter reviews. Today's models retail for $50 or more, but $40 options are on their way.
CR's advice?
No one converter will work the same for everyone, but you can try to get one that has above-average picture quality. And any model that qualifies for the government subsidy will have the same basic features but you might consider one that works with a VCR, if you schedule recordings of your favorite shows.
The Sun's tech columnist Mike Himowitz has also put together a nifty series of digital converter reviews and hints.
Comments
The consumer reports link is a good one. I ended up with the Philco TB100HH9 (one of their best buys) and couldn't be happier. The picture is super clear, and the sound is very crisp. It was really easy to set up too.
Greg, thanks for reporting back! --- lfk
Posted by: greg danes | November 6, 2008 11:09 PM